Books on Russian Lacquer.

Books on Russian Lacquer

Lacquer Miniatures: Kholui.
A. Kamorin.

An exquisite book on the subject of Kholui lacquer art. The author presents an in-depth history of this justly famous Russian center of icons and papier-mache lacquer miniatures. Kholui is believed to be one of the oldest settlements in the Vladimir-Suzdal Principality. High-quality color illustrations of 162 works of art from the early 19th century to the modern day, including artist's names. English text. Part of the "Masterpieces of Russian Folk Art" collection. High-quality enamel paper.
Moscow: Interbook, 1995. 152 pages. Hardcover with dustjacket. Sorry, sold.

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Kholui. Lacquered Miniatures.
Larissa Soloviova.

The most thorough and comprehensive study of Kholui Miniature Art to date. Index of biographical information on the important artists. Translated from the Russian by Evgeny Filippov, designed by Vassily Kiselev and Anatoly Savelov, photographs by Alexei Matveyev & Robert Papikian. Text in Russian and English. High-quality enamel paper.
Moscow: Interbook, 1991. 238 pages. Very large (12 3/4" square) hardcover with dustjacket. $48.

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Fedoskino.
An essential reference to the art of Fedoskino. Text in Russian with summary in English. Index of illustrations in English with detailed information about the boxes, themes and artists.Large hardcover in decorative slipcase. Moscow: Izobrazitel'noe Iskusstvo, 1984. 164 pages. Brand new. Another view. $55.

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Palekh: Village of Artists.
P. Kosolapov.

Extremely informative guidebook to Russian lacquer miniature painting. Text and pictures follow the creation of a lacquer box from beginning to end. Many photographs, including color photos of village life, architecture, artists and an assortment of Palekh icons. An essential reference. Small hardcover. Moscow: Progress, 1977. In 5 languages, including English. 96 pages. Special Price $12.95.

Palekh: The State Museum of Palekh Art.
Vitaly Kotov and Larisa Taktashova.

This profusely illustrated book depicts many visually stunning lacquer miniatures from the most famous Russian village of all -- Palekh. The vast panorama of Russian fantasy, folklore and fairy tales is fertile ground for this great tradition. Full color illustrations of boxes, jewelry, mural painting, sketches for panels, works for stage and screen, book miniatures, drawing and porcelain. Includes a beautiful collection of ancient Palekh icons. Printed on high-quality enamel paper.
Moscow: Izobrazitelnoye Iskusstvo Publishers, 1990. 3rd edition. 320 pages. Hardcover with dustjacket. Sorry, sold.

Russian Lacquered Miniatures.
Fedoskino. Palekh. Mstiora. Kholui.
Vladimir Guliayev.

With an introduction and detailed histories about the 4 justifiably famous Russian miniature art centers. Extensive annotated catalogue with sizes, dates, descriptions of painted scenes, and artists. English text.
Leningrad: Aurora Art, 1989. 287 pages. Hardcover, pictorial covers. Printed on high-quality enamel paper. Sorry, sold.

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