Lot #66: Vintage 1970s Latvian Wood Marquetry Wall Art Panel – Large Riga Dome Cathedral 22.5"

Vintage 1970s Latvian Wood Marquetry Wall Art Panel – Large Riga Dome Cathedral 22.5" Add a piece of history to your home with this vintage Latvian wood marquetry wall art panel featuring the iconic Riga Dome Cathedral. Up for auction is a stunning, large-scale vintage Soviet-era marquetry (wood inlay) wall plaque depicting the iconic Riga Dome Cathedral in Latvia. Crafted in the 1970s under the USSR, this striking mid-century architectural piece is made entirely from precisely cut, natural wood veneers pieced together like a puzzle. No paint was used—the varying colors and textures come completely from different tree species, finished with a beautiful, high-gloss protective lacquer. Size & Maker Marks Substantial Size: Measures approximately 11.75 inches wide by 22.5 inches tall, making it a major statement piece (much rarer than the common small tourist souvenirs from this era). Authentic Factory Label: The reverse side retains its original gold foil manufacturer sticker from the prestigious "Mēbeļu firma Rīga" (Furniture Firm Riga) in Soviet Latvia. Catalog Details: Features the original hand-stamped catalog Article Number (1787). It also shows its original luxury price tag of 55 Rubles—a very high price for the era, equal to about a third of an average monthly salary at the time. Condition Very Good Vintage Condition: The wood colors remain warm and vibrant. The backboard is clean and solid. Surface: The thick, glossy lacquer finish shows beautiful depth. As is expected with authentic vintage pieces of this age, there may be minor surface faint hairline scuffs or light lacquer age lines under direct lighting (please review all photos closely) Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Pickup category timeslot {A}