Case (2) - lacquered - Lacquered boxes with a scene





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Two lacquered boxes from Russia, dating to 1940–1950, with hand-painted scenes.
Description from the seller
These lacquered boxes date from the mid-20th century and represent a craft tradition that developed in several regions around the world, notably Russia (Palekh, Fedoskino), India (Kashmir), and Japan. The lacquer technique on papier-mâché or wood, with hand-painted scenes, is a decorative art that combines functionality and aesthetics.
Collectors of decorative arts and ethnographic objects especially value these boxes for their meticulous craftsmanship and their picturesque depictions of hunting scenes or wild animals. These pieces are sought after for their decorative value and as testament to traditional craftsmanship, drawing folk-art enthusiasts and interior designers who are looking for authentic, colorful objects.
Seller's Story
These lacquered boxes date from the mid-20th century and represent a craft tradition that developed in several regions around the world, notably Russia (Palekh, Fedoskino), India (Kashmir), and Japan. The lacquer technique on papier-mâché or wood, with hand-painted scenes, is a decorative art that combines functionality and aesthetics.
Collectors of decorative arts and ethnographic objects especially value these boxes for their meticulous craftsmanship and their picturesque depictions of hunting scenes or wild animals. These pieces are sought after for their decorative value and as testament to traditional craftsmanship, drawing folk-art enthusiasts and interior designers who are looking for authentic, colorful objects.

