Kholui Miniature Box

Description A Work of art. Hand Painted, Artist Signed Miniature hinged Papier-Mache Lacquered box from Kholui Village in Russia. Signed by the artist who unfortunately I can't identify this is a stunning item with amazing detail. It comes with a certificate of Quality from the association "Blistatelny mir", Kholui. Approximate Sizes Length            12 cm   -  4.75 inches Weight            136g . Condition Excellent. (please see photographs) Please also study the photographs as these form part of the description and condition report. From Wiki A Kholuy miniature is a Russian folk handicraft of miniature painting, made with tempera on a varnished box of papier-mâché. This form of Russian lacquer art is produced exclusively by students of the Kholuy school. The Kholuy school of icon painting was founded in 1883. The school continued the local handicraft of icon painting known since the 16th century, but after the Russian Revolution the icon painting workshops were closed. In the 1930s, a group of artists formed an association to open a workshop for miniature lacquer art, and a new school was opened in 1943. Subjects for Kholuy miniatures vary from Russian fairy tales (e.g. Snowmaiden) to cities. Kholuy miniatures seem to be less bounded by tradition than the boxes from Palekh, Fedoskino and Mstyora. Postage and Packing All items are safely and appropriately packaged. I take great care when packing to ensure that your item arrives safely. I post within 3 days of payment. I am happy to post worldwide but please note that sending heavy items overseas can be very expensive. I am happy to combine postage where possible. Returns Policy Returns can only be accepted where the item is not as described. I consider myself to be honest and endeavour to describe each item as accurately as possible. If I miss anything or am mistaken in my description I am happy to refund payment (excluding return postage) once I have received the item back in the same condition that it was sent. Other If you have any questions about the item, postage, payment or anything else please email and I will respond as soon as possible.