Bronze Horseman in Petersburg lacquer box

A beautiful and dark miniature of St Petersburg in a winter night. Hand-painted with contrasting shades of tempera on a sparkling blue background  the box is highlighted with gold details and an elegant pattern. A wonderful gift for someone missing St Petersburg.

• Entirely handmade
• Handcrafted and shaped from papier-mache
• Cloaked in rich smooth black lacquer outside and red inside
• Thoroughly dried after each coat (up to 10 coats before painting starts)
• Hand-painted with freshly made egg tempera
• Embellished with patterns made from gold leaf
• Artfully detailed with gold leaf within the picture and for patterns on the lid and borders
• Many times covered with a clear glossy lacquer finish
• Polished by hand to the smooth and even condition
• Detachable lid
• Certificate inside
• Signed by artist

Dimensions: H 2.6" x L 3.6" x W 1.9" (9 x 6.6 x 4.7 cm)

The inscription in gold below the miniature painting: Bronze Horseman,  Kholui, artist's name

To keep it clean and beautiful:
Wipe with a soft microfiber cloth.
Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners.

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