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This is a vintage oval keepsake box. A Russian, papier-mâché and lacquer lidded trinket case, dating to the Art Deco …
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This is a vintage oval keepsake box. A Russian, papier-mâché and lacquer lidded trinket case, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930.
Fascinating clamshell form with iconic figural decor
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Lacquered finish to the oval case, with deep black hues
Interior finished in cinnabar red for striking contrast
Lid decorated with an image of St. George fighting the dragon
Superb colour palette accentuates the scene
Annotated in Church Slavonic script to the top edge
Translated, it reads The Miracle of Saint George and the Dragon
This is a charming vintage keepsake box, presenting a colourful imagining of the famous scene with St George. Delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 10.5cm (4.25'')
Max Depth: 13.5cm (5.25'')
Max Height: 3.5cm (1.5'')
Internal Width: 8.5cm (3.25'')
Internal Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')
Internal Height: 1.5cm (.5'')
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- Dimensions
- 4.25ʺW × 5.25ʺD × 1.5ʺH
- Styles
- Art Deco
- Period
- 1930s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lacquer
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Presented in good, original vintage condition. Presented in good, original vintage condition. less
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