AN AGITLAK LACQUERWARE BOX PAINTED BY I. ZUBKOV, PALEKH, 1934
miniature painting, done with tempera on varnished article made of wood, portrays how Soviet budget is being distributed with central panel depicting Soviet State Emblem stating "Earned kopek saves Soviet dollar" (penny and penny laid up will be many.) Black exterior decorated with gold-colored patterns, red interior. 15.2 x 22.7 cm (6 x 8 7/8 in.), height: 8.2 (3 1/4 in.); numbered 1244 and signed lower left I. Zubkov s. Palekh 1934 g.
Estimate: $12,000 – $14,000
Result: $35,000 (including premium)