Hand-Painted Lacquered and Gilded Wood Jewelry Box in Blue, "Blossoming Blue"
The city of Bukhara in Uzbekistan has been renowned since the 16th century for being a capital of the folk art style called lacquer miniature painting, which are paintings on small objects like decorative boxes, powder cases and more finished with several coats of lacquer for extra gloss and protection. This awe-inspiring jewelry box crafted from walnut wood is entirely decorated by hand by Uzbek artisan Mukhamedali using gold leaf accents, tempera paints and five layers of lacquer that make the floral and vine-themed accessory a stylish way for keeping your beloved treasures safe and organized.
- 60 grams
- 0.1 lbs
- 7 cm H x 7 cm W x 3.5 cm D
- 2.8" H x 2.8" W x 1.4" D
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