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RUSSIAN PALEKH LACQUER BOX BY N. SUSLOVA,1985 - Russian (USSR), 1985. A hinged rectangular papier-mâché trinket box by N. Suslova, executed under the auspices of the Palekh Art-Production Workshops. The polished black lacquer exterior is bordered by scrolling gold foliate bands, opening to reveal a bright red interior. The lid features a finely executed miniature in egg tempera and gold leaf depicting Prince Gvidon and the Swan Princess from Alexander Pushkin's fairy tale, set against rolling waves, a domed citadel, and stylized trees under a night sky. The miniature is inscribed along the lower edge in gold Cyrillic script, reading ”3100 Палех” at lower left and signed ”Н. Суслова 1985 г.” at lower right. The underside of the base is inscribed in gold lettering ”Made in USSR” at the upper right corner. Accompanied by the original printed Art Fund of the RSFSR workshop certificate identifying the artist, title, and model number, as well as an associated card from Smythson of Bond Street, London. casket, Fedoskino, Mstera, Kholuy, folklore, Slavic, collectible, Ivanovo, Buyan, handcrafted, keepsake Dimensions 4 3/4 x 4 3/4 in. Condition Overall excellent condition consistent with age. The painted lacquer lid retains high gloss and vibrant pigments without apparent flaking or craquelure. The black lacquer exterior displays minor surface scuffs, primarily on the underside of the base, while the brass hinge shows localized tarnish and verdigris. Accompanied by original paper documentation displaying light age wear.