Bidspirit auction | Interesting Russian Fine Lacquer and

Interesting Russian Fine Lacquer and Malachite Incrustation Cigar Box In The Form of a Book - A Russian Cigar Box with a Russian Lacquer Plaque by Vishnyakov (?) manufactory. Fedoskino (?), second half of the 19th century Lacquer panel, leather, malachite mounts, gilded metal Dimensions: 23 × 20 × 6 cm The lid features an oval lacquer miniature of a peasant couple offering bread and salt with produce. The album’s binding is framed with malachite panels and gilded metal and fitted with a clasp. A striking combination of Russian lacquer painting and stone-inlaid décor from the late 19th century. PROVENANCE: Sotheby's London, 28th November 1991, lot 849