Beautiful Russian hand-painted fine lacquer box from the personal collection of Ronald and Nancy Reagan, used by the couple while they resided at the White House and then at their home in Bel Air, California. Measuring 4.75 x 3.75 x 1, the gorgeous black box is accented with gold leaf highlights along the sides, with the cover featuring a stunning miniature painting in the unique style of the Palekh village artistry, depicting a bowman and toad in a lush forest setting. The bottom edge of the cover also bears gold artist markings, "A. Kobareb, 1965r, N3893." The bottom of the box bears a green sticker, which Nancy Reagan used to identify pieces removed from the White House, as well as a Christie's lot sticker. Includes a John Reznikoff/University Archives authentication tag. In fine condition. Consignor notes that the box was doubtlessly obtained by the Reagans during their trip to Russia for the 1988 Moscow Summit. Additionally, the box has been photographed in the White House, displayed on a desk amongst other keepsakes. Provenance: The Private Collection, President & Mrs. Ronald Reagan, Christie's, September 2016.
