- Origin and Style: Fedoskino lacquer miniatures originated in the village of Fedoskino near Moscow, Russia, and are renowned for their intricate details and realistic depiction of subjects. The boxes are typically made from papier-mâché and painted with oil paints, often incorporating mother-of-pearl, silver, or gold leaf for shimmering effects, a technique evident in the luminous sky of your box.
- Artist: The presence of a signature "Grinko Hand" on the box suggests the artist's name is Grinko, a contemporary Ukrainian artist specializing in this style, known for seascape themes.
- Characteristics: The painting style, particularly the realistic portrayal of the sea and ships and the use of light effects for the sunset, aligns with the Fedoskino school's emphasis on realism.
This box has 5 ships painted on shell.
5 by 3 by 1.5