A Russian papier mache cigar box, late 19th century

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A Russian papier mache cigar box, late 19th century
of rectangular form,the cover slightly raised in moulded relief, depicting two maidens carrying a basket and ewer respectively, the interior with gilt heightened split eagle motif above an inscription Qui - vent boire and a name in Cyrillic script (restored) -- 5.1/8in. (13cm) wide

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