Bidspirit auction | A RUSSIAN RARE KORELIAN BIRCH

A RUSSIAN RARE KORELIAN BIRCH TREE ENAMELED FRAME - This unique wood is found only in the Gulf of Finland and the surrounding area through which St Petersburg’s River Neva flows, and is distinguished by a creamy white grain with contrasting brown flecks. Decorated with the double-headed eagles of the Romanov dynasty, enamel, gemstones, and gilt. Dimensions: 6 1/8 x 6 1/8 in., (15.5 x 15.5 cm.)