Petrodvorets small lacquer box

Petrodvorets or Peterhof is a beautiful and romantic emperors estate located in 30 km away of St. Petersburg. The painting on the box depicting the most enthralling view of this place - the Grand Cascade, a majestic fountain located in front of the Great Palace. Brightly colored and accentuated with gold details the miniature is still very delicate. Gold dots frame it on the lid, while golden floral ornamentation adorns sides of the box. Great item to give or collect.

• 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: L 3.7" x H 1.4" x W 1.4" (9.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm)

The inscription in gold:  Kholui, Petrodvorets, artist's name

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

Please, feel free if you have any questions. I will be happy to give you all the necessary clarifications as soon as possible. 

Thank you for your interest!