Product Overview
This beautiful box was painted by Lapshina Elena, from the village of Kholui. The subject of this scene is based on the popular Russian fairy-tale "Snowmaiden". The Snowmaiden walks through the forest at night with her animal friends.
The Snowmaiden's beautiful fur-lined overcoat keeps her warm in the crisp night air. The scene is framed with silver beading whereas the sides are decorated with a silver waving ornament.
The box is constructed from paper-mache. Black lacquer covers the exterior and red lacquer covers the interior of the box. The lid is hinged to the left of the composition and the box rests on a flat bottom. It is signed with the initials of the artist, the village of Kholui and the title "Snowmaiden". Approx. 5"x3.5"x 1.25".
