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Author: Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens (Washington, D.C.) Publisher: Lion Fiction ISBN: 9781911282167 Category : Art objects Languages : en Pages : 224
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Presents 90 outstanding pieces made by celebrated jeweller Fabergé, including two of the famous imperial Easter eggs.
Author: Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens (Washington, D.C.) Publisher: Lion Fiction ISBN: 9781911282167 Category : Art objects Languages : en Pages : 224
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Presents 90 outstanding pieces made by celebrated jeweller Fabergé, including two of the famous imperial Easter eggs.
Author: Will Lowes Publisher: Scarecrow Press ISBN: 9780810839465 Category : Antiques & Collectibles Languages : en Pages : 332
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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.
Author: Toby Faber Publisher: Random House ISBN: 158836707X Category : History Languages : en Pages : 337
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In Stradivari’s Genius, Toby Faber charted the fascinating course of some of the world’s most prized musical instruments. Now, in this enthralling new book, he tells the story of objects that are, to many, the pinnacle of the jeweler’s art: the Fabergé imperial eggs. The Easter presents that Russia’s last two czars gave to their czarinas have become synonymous with privilege, beauty, and an almost provocative uselessness. They are perhaps the most redolent symbols of the old empire’s phenomenal craftsmanship, of the decadence of its court, and of the upheavals that brought about its inevitable downfall. Fabergé’s Eggs is the first book to recount the remarkable story of these masterpieces, taking us from the circumstances that inspired each egg’s design, through their disappearance in the trauma of revolution, to their eventual reemergence in the global marketplace. In 1885, Carl Fabergé created a seemingly plain white egg for Czar Alexander III to give to his beloved wife, Marie Fedorovna. It was the surprises hidden inside that made it special: a diamond miniature of the Imperial crown and a ruby pendant. This gift began a tradition that would last for more than three decades: lavishly extravagant eggs commemorating public events that, in retrospect, seem little more than staging posts on the march to revolution. Above all, the eggs illustrate the attitudes that would ultimately lead to the downfall of the Romanovs: their apparent indifference to the poverty that choked their country, their preference for style over substance, and, during the reign of Nicholas II, their all-consuming concern with the health of the czarevitch Alexis, the sickly heir to the throne–a preoccupation that would propel them toward Rasputin and the doom of the dynasty. More than a superb new account of a classic tragedy, Fabergé’s Eggs illuminates some fascinating aspects of twentieth-century history. The eggs’ amazing journey from revolutionary Russia features a cast of characters including embattled Bolsheviks, acquisitive British royals, eccentric artifact salesmen, and such famous business and society figures as Arm and Hammer, Marjorie Merriweather Post, and Malcolm Forbes. Finally, Toby Faber tantalizingly suggests that some of the eggs long thought lost may eventually emerge. Darting from the palaces of a besieged Russia to the showcases of New York’s modern mega-wealthy, Fabergé’s Eggs weaves a story unparalleled in its drama and extravagance. Praise for Stradivari’s Genius “Fascinating . . . lively . . . more enthralling, earthy and illuminating than any fiction could be.” –The New York Times Book Review “A celebration of six instruments and the master craftsman who made them . . . [Faber] brings to the subject an infectious fascination with Stradivari’s life and trade. . . . He writes with clarity and fluency.” –Chicago Tribune “An extraordinary accomplishment and a compelling read. Like strange totems that cast an irresistible spell, these instruments bring out the best and the worst of those who would own them, and Faber deftly tells the stories in all their rich and surprising detail.” –Thad Carhart, author of The Piano Shop on the Left Bank “A worthy contribution to the ongoing legend of Stradivari.” –Minneapolis Star Tribune “Fascinating, accessible, and enjoyable.” –Tracy Chevalier, author of Girl with a Pearl Earring
Author: Géza von Habsburg-Lothringen Publisher: Thames & Hudson ISBN: 9780500092392 Category : Art objects, Russian Languages : en Pages : 476
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The works of Carl Faberge are among the world's outstanding artistic treasures. Imperial Jeweller to the Russian court, Faberge enjoyed acclaim across Europe: a status epitomized by his creation of a miniature replica of the Russian crown jewels for the 1900 Paris Exposition: from 4,000 diamonds.
Author: Phyllis Vega Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA ISBN: 1616734094 Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 481
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Astrology meets numerology in this fascinating guide to the secrets of your birth date! Born on December 3rd? You’re an ambitious, hardworking “idea person” and a dynamic leader. Born on December 14th? You’re the “traveling salesperson” of the zodiac and a gifted marketer. All Sagittarians are charming, intelligent, and adventure-seeking—but which day of the month you’re born on can determine the way in which you use those traits to your best advantage. In this exciting new book, master astrologer Phyllis Vega gives a detailed analysis for each birthday in the year, combining astrology and numerology to paint a true picture of the characteristics, desires, and destinies of people born on that day. If you were born October 5th, you’re a skilled negotiator with a gift for making money. But if you were born just four days later, you’re a compassionate dreamer with spiritual inclinations. Aries is the sign of the determined ram, but if you were born on April 7th, you are idealistic and inspiring. Discover what’s revealed in this guide about you, your loved one, coworkers, or even your favorite celebrity in this entertaining, enlightening reference!
Author: Larry Ketchersid Publisher: Infinity Publishing ISBN: 0741430169 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 214
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Combining nanotechnology, martial arts and a struggle for world domination, Dusk Before the Dawn follows people struggling to not only survive in a new world order, but to shape it.
Author: Geoffrey C. Munn Publisher: Victoria & Albert Museum ISBN: Category : Antiques & Collectibles Languages : en Pages : 136
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The book explores the origins of the word tiara which derives from the head ornaments of Persian kings. The term tiara encompasses the diadem, said to have been invented by Dionysos, god of wine, the Kokoshnik from early Russia, and the wreath of flowers, perhaps the most appealing source of inspiration for the modern jeweller. Tiaras are considered as emblems of love and marriage, as symbols of aristocratic heritage, and as works of art in their own right in a range of styles from the antique and neo-classical to art deco. The stunning array of contemporary designs indicates that tiaras are now most definitely items of high fashion. Many are shown alongside either their original designs or photographs of their owners from the Queen Mother to Madonna. Tiaras, Past and Present traces the history of these magnificent jewels from ancient time to their re-emergence in the First Empire, through the work of famous jewellers like Faberg , Cartier and Boucheron to the extravagant contemporary creations of Vivienne Westwood and Versace. Tiaras of all types glitter throughout the pages, breathtaking in the sumptuousness of their stones and the intricacy of their design. The tiara is indeed pre-eminent among jewels, and this book is a celebration of them.
Author: Abraham Kenneth Snowman Publisher: Gramercy ISBN: Category : Antiques & Collectibles Languages : en Pages : 170
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Think Faberge, and what comes to mind are images of fabulous, glittering jewelry, the mystery and allure of Europe's great royal courts and, of course, the magnificent Imperial Easter Eggs made for the Russian Tsars. Carl Faberge was, first and foremost, a goldsmith, and the exquisite objects that came out of the Faberge workshop at its peak represent the ultimate refinement of the goldsmith's art. Each piece was designed with the express purpose of bringing joy to its recipient. Accomplishments of the Faberge workshop were not limited to precious metals and lapidary work. Their enameling techniques consistently attained a subtlety adn brilliance of technique that had rarely been matched elsewhere - the work glows with richly colored enamels used with unrivaled virtuosity.
Author: Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens (Washington, D.C.)
Author: Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens (Washington, D.C.)
Author: Will Lowes
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Author: Toby Faber
Author: Géza von Habsburg-Lothringen
Author: Phyllis Vega
Author: Larry Ketchersid
Author: Geoffrey C. Munn
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Author: Abraham Kenneth Snowman