Black and Gold Lacquer Turtle Shaped Box folk art In great use vintage condition

In great use vintage condition with a fantastic patina

I love the various framing devices that position the woman—who

I am not certain of the wood --it may be cherry

Beautifully proportioned and in excellent condition

each one unique

Black and Gold Lacquer Turtle Shaped Box folk art In great use vintage conditionJust a charming little vintage trinket box made of paper mache in the shape of a turtle and lacquered in gold and black. I love the geometric black patterning against the shiny gold, and how protective the shell lid feels in relation to the box below, plus those great tiny little eyes of the turtle peering out curiously on either side! Very sweet, and a great little box for stashing something special. 5" long x 3" wide x 2" tall and in great vintage