{"product_id":"vintage-russian-palekh-lacquer-box-the-frog-princess-signed-romanova-c4bc5d0e","title":"Vintage Russian Palekh Lacquer Box The Frog Princess Signed Romanova","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis authentic Russian lacquer box originates from the village of Palekh, a region historically recognized for its master-level miniature tempera painting on papier-mâché. Signed by the artist Romanova, the lid illustrates the classic Russian folktale \"The Frog Princess\" (Царевна-лягушка). The composition depicts Ivan Tsarevich alongside his brothers and the enchanted frog holding an arrow. A traditional black lacquer exterior contrasts with the vibrant red lacquer interior. Intricate gold leaf scrollwork borders the piece and accents the narrative scene. Palekh miniatures represent a direct lineage of icon-painting techniques adapted to secular folklore in the early twentieth century, making them notable additions to global folk art collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecs\u003cbr\u003e Maker\/Artist: Romanova (Palekh)\u003cbr\u003e Year Made: 1980\u003cbr\u003e Materials: Papier-mâché, black and red lacquer, tempera paint, gold leaf\u003cbr\u003e Dimensions: 1.75\" H x 4\" W x 2\" D\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eThe piece remains in excellent vintage condition with vibrant, intact paint and a properly functioning brass hinge. There is minor adhesive residue on the underside of the base and faint superficial wear to the clear lacquer consistent with age and careful handling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Gilded Fossicker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53214807949493,"sku":"Unassigned","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/1327\/8133\/files\/p1_e09981e8-9871-4a2a-9af0-f4ee5e635131.jpg?v=1788580864","url":"https:\/\/thegildedfossicker.com\/products\/vintage-russian-palekh-lacquer-box-the-frog-princess-signed-romanova-c4bc5d0e","provider":"The Gilded Fossicker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}