Bogorodsk Carved and Painted Boxes
On this page, you will find traditional carved boxes from Bogorodsk
from the late 1990s. The paintings and compositions are
colorful and more complex than the older Zagorsk boxes. Also, the ornamental
carving around the boxes is much more complex.
Pokerwork, also known as pyrography, has been around for 500
years as a decorative element. It was in the late 19th century that
painting combined with pokerwork became popular. The main
composition is drawn in the wood with a heated needle. This
picture is painted and coated
with a thin lacquer. All these boxes have carved designs around the
perimeter and are hinged.
Boxes, such as the one on this page
would depict Troika sleigh rides, the countryside, street fairs, and, of course, old Russian
architecture. They are titled and signed by the artists. Being labor intensive, they are seldom produced today.
Click on the picture to see a closer view.
"Moscow Kremlin". By Piala.
Pokerwork and painted decoration. Intricate carved sides.
Dark stain wood. Hinged lid. 8" x 4 1/2" x 2 1/2".
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