Saint-Petersburg, a museum to the glory of the Fabergé universe
In Saint-Petersburg, the Fabergé museum retraces the universe of a jeweller known worldwide for his amazing egg-shaped jewelry, created for the Czars.
Along the embankment of the Fontanka river, the Shuvalov Palais, built at the end of the 18th century by Pierre-Karl Fabergé, in a neo-classic style, gathers the masterpices of the eponymous jewelry house... After a walk along the red carpet of the main staircase, leading you through the art and the history of Great Russia, you will discover a dream come true.
Fabergé, the glory of Saint-Petersburg
4,000 art objects are showcased in these rooms and amongst them, the superb Easter eggs offered as presents to the Czars. Unique pieces, worked on with impeccable technical mastering, according to the Byzantine tradition and with a touch of Art Nouveau, through the know-how of icon creators.
In the past, this imperial egg hid gems that were inlaid between its panels. © DR
Marvelously intricate, the Pearl and Seasons Spring eggs open up to reveal their treasures. © DR
Iconic treasures of the Czars' court
Thier refinement results from the incredible wealth of the materials and amazing silversmith work. Massive gold, silver, transparent or colored crystal, precious stones, semi-precious gems, emeralds, sapphires, lapis-lazuli are placed between 2 plaques of paneled enamel, then inlaid. These unequaled treasures made Fabergé the exclusive supplier of Europe's sovereigns and the Imperial Court…
Sheltering a flower or a miniature version of the imperial coach, each egg was manufactured only on order. © DR
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