This landscape, created by Fedoskino artist Nazarova, brings us to a small cove with several trees on either side. Many of the leaves have changed to shades of brown and the season is undoubtedly fall. The mist on the lake in the background suggests it is morning. The setting is a perfect one for quiet and introspection. Two birds fly high in the heavens and two small houses can just barely be seen behind the haze. The composition has a gold line ornament at the edges, and another line ornament adorning the sides. The interior is red. The box is made out of high quality papier mache and signed with the name of the artist. village and year. A very lovely work.

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.)