Mariinsky ballet theatre lacquer box Petersburg art Christmas Gift Wrapping

**Mariinsky ballet theatre lacquer box ** • Entirely handmade • Handcrafted from papier-mache • Cloaked in rich smooth black lacquer outside and red inside • Thoroughly dried after each coat (up to 10 coats before painting starts) • Hand-painted with a freshly made egg tempera • Artfully detailed with gold leaf within the picture on the lid and sides • Many times covered with a clear glossy lacquer finish • Polished by hand to the smooth and even condition • Lift-off lid • Certificate inside • Signed by artist **Dimensions**: 2.4" x 2" x 2.1" or (6 x 5 x 5.3 cm). **Discover our collection of St. Petersburg lacquer boxes at WhiteNightSPb!**