Palekh - Kotov - Casket - Wood, Lacquer

For sale is an exceptionally well-preserved, authentic Russian lacquer box from the world-famous artist colony of Palekh (Palech).
The special feature of this piece: Unlike the common papier-mâché mass production, this high-quality item was crafted on a real wooden body. The box features a classic, elegant octagonal shape.
• Motif: Traditional Russian "Troika" (a sleigh drawn by three horses) with highly detailed horses, figures, and a stylized silhouette of an Orthodox church with golden domes in the background. The painting is framed by intricate gold leaf ornaments (Zolotopis).
• Signatures (in gold on the lid):
• left : „Тройка“ (Theme: Troika)
• middle: „Палех“ (Origin: Palekh)
• right „Котов“ (Artist signature: Kotov)
• Interior: Lacquered in the traditional, vibrant cinnabar red/coral red.
• Condition: Excellent, near-mint condition. No chips, no visible scratches; the interior lacquer shines beautifully and looks like new.
A rare and highly collectible masterpiece of Russian miniature art, standing out due to its wooden execution and pristine condition.