Fedoskino, a village near Moscow, has been well known since the 18th century as a place where refined lacquered miniatures were produced. Using old techniques and materials (oil, mother-of-pearl and gold leaf) contemporary Fedoskino artists represent both traditional and new subjects. The Cathedral of St Isaac in St Petersburg created by Auguste de Montferrand in 1818-58 became a visiting card of the city.

Lacquered papier-mache.
6 1/4 x 8 x 1 3/4 in. (16 x 20 x 4.5 cm).