Cigar case - Papier-mache - Fedoskino School style

Russian lacquered box or case – Hand-painted papier-mâché – 19th century

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Description :

Rare Russian box/case of oval shape with rounded ends, hand-decorated in the refined style of the Fedoskino school, active in the 19th century.
Origin: Russia, Fedoskino school? No visible signature.
• Period: 19th century (circa 1830–1870)
Technique: Oil painting on lacquered papier-mâché.
• Dimensions: about 14 cm x 7.5 cm
Motifs:
Portrait of an elegant woman holding a basket of flowers.
Verso: Romantic scene of a couple embracing near classical architecture.
Colors: A soft and nuanced palette, typical of Fedoskino.

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State:

Good overall condition considering its age.
Visible wear on the edges
Some surface cracks and small missing areas in the varnish.
Slightly deformed structure, but functional closure.

Please examine the photos carefully for a thorough assessment of the condition.

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Packaging and Shipping

Careful and tracked shipment, with packaging suitable for the fragility of the item. Insurance included for the declared value.

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Note:

The objects of the Fedoskino school are highly sought after for their artistic quality and rarity. This one represents a fine example of Russian romanticism in miniature.