Vintage Russian Palekh Lacquer Box "Firebird" Signed Pimenov USSR Era Folk Art

Vintage Russian lacquer trinket box originating from the famous art village of Palekh. This footed, architectural piece features incredibly detailed, fine-miniature hand-paintings depicting scenes from the classic Russian fairy tale, The Firebird. Lid Painting: Depicts the young archer Ivan capturing the glowing, radiant Firebird against a dark lacquer background accented with intricate gold filigree. • Front Panel Painting: Shows Ivan looking on with raised arms toward two mystical horses. • Authenticity Inscriptions: The front edge of the lid is hand-lettered in traditional gold Cyrillic script: • Left: Палех (Palekh - origin village) • Center: Жар-птица ('The Firebird - title) • Right: Пименов (Pimenov - artist signature Specifications: Material: Traditional layered papier-mâché base, treated and lacquered. • Interior: Classic bright red lacquer finish. • Estimated Era: Late Soviet Period (circa 1970s-1980s). • Dimensions: 3.5” x 2.5” x 1.5” Excellent vintage condition with a glassy, high-shine lacquer finish and no chips or scratches.