Show all images on one page	#001008 Title: Tea party (Pies) Artist: Gudkova V. Size: 12x15x5 Price : $330 SOLD!

This charming box has been painted by Gudkova V. from Fedoskino. In the composition the artist depicts the theme of tea drinking which is traditional for Fedoskino lacquer miniature painting. This kind of scene was very popular during the Vishnyakov and Lukutin era. The depiction of peasants, their daily life, feasts, and traditions excellently show us the soul of Russian people. The characters of such scenes sit still as if they pose to a photographer or perform a play for the public.
The scene shows a young beautiful woman, serving up a plateful of appetizing pies. Two men talk, drinking tea and eating tasty pies. Among kitchen utensils on the table we can see a bottle of wine. May be, a little later, after drinking some glasses of wine the depicted characters will begin singing a beautiful song. There is always something genuine and attractive when people sit together at one table and enjoy a snack and song.
The miniature is neatly done and follows the traditions of old Fedoskino masters. The characters have their own personalities and facial expressions, showing various levels of emotion. The artist uses a palette with realistic browns, skin tones, and infusions of bright paints for emphasis. By fading the scene towards the edges of the composition, there is a spotlight effect on the characters and what is taking place. A beautiful inlay of gold and aluminum metallic powder lights up almost all elements of the composition and provides a nice enhancement to the work without overpowering the painting.
The box is made out of paper-mache. Black lacquer covers the exterior and red lacquer covers the interior of the box. The lid is hinged from the left of the composition and the box sits flat. The sides of the box are decorated with intricate gold floral pattern. Signed with the name of the artist, village and year (2001).