Russian Imperial Egg Placecard Holders

Description

Our ornate placecard holders are adapted from original jeweled eggs created by Peter Carl Fabergé (Russian, 1846–1920), famed jeweler to the czars of Russia.

Made expressly for The Metropolitan Museum of Art in the United States.

Set of 4. 24K gold overlay. 1 5/8''H each.

Art History

Peter Carl Fabergé (Russian, 1846–1920) revolutionized the way jewelry was evaluated in Russian society by emphasizing creativity and workmanship over the use of precious stones and metals. His studio produced a wide variety of objets d'art, including magnificent jewelry, clocks, enamel cigarette cases, boxes, frames, and his ultimate achievement, a series of jeweled Easter eggs created for czars Alexander III and Nicholas II of Russia.