A clutch of youngsters cower behind their mother's skirts as their father urges them to climb into his lap for a sled ride. If none of the children will go, perhaps mama will. "No!" the children teasingly cry, holding her back as she laughingly agrees to a ride.The sides of the box are decorated with tiny winter scenes. This box is made of high quality papier mache and is signed on the lid with the title, artist's name (V. Gorelev), and village. There is a hinge at the top,and the interior is red lacquer. It rests on four curved legs.--BOX1293

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

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