Ivan and the Humbbacked Pony furrow their brows in determination as they leap into the night with the fair princess, who seems intrigued by her unlikely captors. (To read the whole fairy tale, click here.)Thick banks of clouds frame the trio, parting to reveal a black lacquer sky strewn with shimmering golden stars. This well made box is signed on the lid with the title, artist's name (S. Potekhina), and village. There is no hinge, and the interior is red lacquer. The flush base bears the Kholui insignia and the phrase, "Made in Russia."--BOX1375

Lacquerbox Condition Ratings

Surface Condition (exterior)	Surface Condition (interior/bottom)	Box Materials and Soundness	Hinge and Lid Placement	Signature	Total Rating	Mother-of-pearl Condition
9.5	9.5	10.0	10.0	10.0	49	N/A

(Each category rated 1-10. For low scores, look for explanation in the description of box. In general, any total rating over 40 is excellent. For more information on rating system, click here.)