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Title: Rare 19th-Century Imperial Russian Lacquer Box – O.F. Vishnyakov & Sons Workshop (Attributed)
For sale is an authentic 19th-century Tsarist-era Russian lacquer box featuring an extraordinary, hand-painted Winter Troika scene set against a snowy village at night. Executed in the classic academic miniature style, the painting showcases exceptional atmospheric depth, realistic lighting, and fine detail on the horses and architecture. This piece was produced by the world-famous O.F. Vishnyakov & Sons (Вишняковъ) workshop during the Imperial period (pre-1917).
Key Features & Physical Details
Era: 19th Century / Imperial Tsarist Russia (Pre-1917).
Subject: Fine oil painting depicting a galloping Winter Troika (Тройка) passing through a village landscape.
Construction: Classic hand-molded and lathe-turned papier-mâché with a smooth friction-fit lift-off lid (no metal hinges).
Interior: Authentic bright vermilion/crimson red lacquer interior coating.
Provenance & Marking: Features an eroded, semi-circular relief factory stamp on the base with Cyrillic text ("ВИШНЯКОВЪ") and the Imperial Double-Headed Eagle crest. (Included in the gallery photos is a graphite pencil rubbing verifying the physical impression of the Tsarist stamp).
Dimensions:
• Diameter: 3 in (76 mm)
• Height: approximately 1 in (25 mm)
Condition: Excellent antique condition given its 100+ year age. Features natural, micro-fine surface crazing in the organic lacquer finish, giving it a rich historical patina. Light, authentic age wear to the gilt trim along the border. No structural cracks or missing pieces to the papier-mâché.
Shipping & Terms:
• Shipped securely via Free USPS Priority Mail with Full ShipCover Insurance and Signature Confirmation required.
• Domestic US shipping only.
• 30-day returns accepted (buyer pays return shipping).
