This is a hand-painted Russian lacquer box from Palekh, dated 2000, depicting a scene from the famous Russian fairy tale: “The Tale of Ivan Tsarevich” The composition shows a dynamic battle scene with mounted warriors set against a detailed architectural and forest background — a classic Palekh narrative style combining folklore, movement and fine ornamental detailing. The underside is inscribed: • Палех 2000 г. (Palekh, year 2000) • Сказка об Иване-царевиче (The Tale of Ivan Tsarevich) • худ. Антонов (Artist: Antonov) This confirms: • Authentic Palekh origin • Dated work (year 2000) • Individually signed by the artist Antonov The box is executed in traditional tempera on papier-mâché with layered lacquer finish and delicate gold ornamentation along the borders.