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This work presents detailed technical descriptions of 66 Faberge eggs, as well as the stories of people involved in their making or presentation.
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A fascinating tale of history and culture, this rich narrative traces the story of the fabulously ornate Faberg eggs, from their opulent inception in the Russian royal family to their eventual fate as priceless icons of a lost era. 16-page color photo insert.
This book provides a full and richly illustrated catalogue of all the Fabergé egg objects produced in the Victor Mayer manufactory. The attention of the art historical reflections lies with the stylistic development and the iconography of the pieces all the while taking into account the particular challenges of their design. The company histories of the House of Fabergé as well as of the artificer Victor Mayer round off this comprehensive portrayal.
A magnificently illustrated volume devoted to the Jeweled extravagances created by the last Czars of Russia, by Hermione Waterfield and Christopher Forbes ; illustrated with works from the Forbes magazine Collection, New York, [color photography, H. Peter Curran, black and white photography, Robert Forbes, original ill., B. Robert Shapiro].
Each known Easter egg is documented with invoice records, correspondence, provenance and correspondence.
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Faberge Eggs are presented in a way that will bring enjoyment to countless lovers of art and beauty everywhere with their splendor and virtuosity. The volume includes A Catalogue Raisonne of Imperial Eggs with line drawings of all known Faberge eggs presented by Czars Alexander III and Nicholas II to Czarinas Maria Feodorovna and Alexandra Feodorovna.
This book shows how the simple egg can be transformed into Christmas tree decorations, christening gifts, flowers, jewellery boxes and photograph albums.
Peter Carl Faberge, court jeweler to the czars, is a name synonymous with beauty, craftsmanship, and sumptuous excess. This exciting book features some of the best photographs ever made of Faberge objects. Over 350 illustrations, 80 in full color.