A papier-mâché painted lacquer desk-set, Palekh, late 19th century

Estimate

7,000 - 9,000 GBP

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Description

ink-stand: 20.5cm by 30.5cm., 8 by 12in

comprising: two inkwells and stand, a quill-handle, quill-holder, desk-jotter, ink blotter, paperknife and box decorated with scenes from Ivan Tsarevich and the Firebird, and other folktales, all framed with fine gilt foliate borders, the interior box with faded factory mark