Hand-painted Firebird ballet lacquer box

The Firebird ballet was the inspiration for this striking lacquer box. Based on the Russian fairy tales it gave international popularity to its creator Igor Stravinsky. The miniature artfully conveys the feeling and mood of the wild beauty of this ballet. Vibrant colors and golden patterns make it beautiful and collectible decorative accent in your home.

• 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 accents within the miniature
• Many times covered with a clear glossy lacquer finish
• Polished by hand to the smooth and even condition
• Lift-off lid
• Certificate inside
• Signed by artist

Dimensions: H 4" x L 3.5" x W 1.2" (10 x 8 x 3 cm)
The sign in gold below the miniature painting: Kholui, Firebird ballet, 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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