The grand prince Alexander Nevsky, who would later become a saint, leads the Russian forces to victory, thwarting an invasion by the Swedes in this box by Chugunov. The scene is nicely painted in vivid colors, with a dynamic composition. This box is made of high quality papier mache and is signed on the lid with the title, artist's name, and village. There is a hinge at the top, and the interior is red lacquer. The flush base bears the phrase, "Made in USSR."

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
9.0	9.0	10.0	10.0	10.0	48	N/A

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