Description
Discover the exquisite beauty of Russian treasures that extend beyond Faberge with the remarkable hardback book by Marie Betteley. 'Beyond Faberge' invites you on a stunning journey through Imperial Russia, revealing the spectacular craftsmanship of jewelers and artisans who created magnificent tiaras, gem-encrusted necklaces, and exquisite snuffboxes for the opulent court of the Romanovs. This lavishly illustrated book contains over 600 stunning images that highlight the brilliance of the artisans whose creations once adorned the tsars and tsarinas, offering a rare insight into a world filled with unmatched elegance and artistry.
With dimensions of 215 x 279 mm and 384 pages, this definitive survey details the historical context and profiles the leading jewelers and silver masters of the era—such as Pauzie, Bolin, and Sazikov—who contributed to the rich legacy of Russian jewelry. Discover how the exquisite jewelry of Imperial Russia not only symbolized power and wealth but also became a statement of artistic achievement, rivaling the best from Europe's renowned capitals.
Perfect for collectors, history enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by the allure of fine jewelry, this book also explores the modern market for these exquisite masterworks and delves into the current auction world.
Order with confidence, knowing that this product is in stock in NZ, which means no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes. Additionally, we are happy to combine shipping to enhance your purchasing experience—embrace the elegance of Russian jewelry today!
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 215 x 279 mm
Pages: 384
Bind: hardback
Author: Marie Betteley Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 20-10-2020
A rare look at the exquisite world of Russian treasures that lies beyond Faberge. Imperial Russia evokes images of a vanished court's unparalleled splendor: magnificent tiaras, gem-encrusted necklaces, snuffboxes, and other diamond-studded baubles of the tsars and tsarinas. During that time, jewelry symbolized power and wealth, and no one knew this better than the Romanovs. The era marked the high point of the Russian jewelers' art. Beginning with Catherine I's reign in 1725, in the century when women ruled Russia, until the Russian Revolution of 1917, the imperial capital's goldsmiths perfected their craft, and soon the quality of Russia's jewelry equaled, if not surpassed, the best that Europe's capitals could offer. Who created these jewels that helped make the Russian court the richest in Europe? Hint: it wasn't Carl Faberge. This is the first systematic survey in any language of all the leading jewelers and silver masters of imperial Russia. The authors skillfully unfold for us the lives, histories, creations, and makers' marks of the artisans whose jewels and silver masterworks bedazzled the tsars. The previously unheralded names include Pauzie, Bolin, Hahn, Koechli, Seftigen, Marshak, Morozov, Nicholls & Plincke, Grachev, Sazikov, and many others. The market for these exquisite masterworks is also explored, from its beginnings to today's auction world and collector demand. More than 600 stunning photos reacquaint the world with the master artisans and their creations.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
With dimensions of 215 x 279 mm and 384 pages, this definitive survey details the historical context and profiles the leading jewelers and silver masters of the era—such as Pauzie, Bolin, and Sazikov—who contributed to the rich legacy of Russian jewelry. Discover how the exquisite jewelry of Imperial Russia not only symbolized power and wealth but also became a statement of artistic achievement, rivaling the best from Europe's renowned capitals.
Perfect for collectors, history enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by the allure of fine jewelry, this book also explores the modern market for these exquisite masterworks and delves into the current auction world.
Order with confidence, knowing that this product is in stock in NZ, which means no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes. Additionally, we are happy to combine shipping to enhance your purchasing experience—embrace the elegance of Russian jewelry today!
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 215 x 279 mm
Pages: 384
Bind: hardback
Author: Marie Betteley Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 20-10-2020
A rare look at the exquisite world of Russian treasures that lies beyond Faberge. Imperial Russia evokes images of a vanished court's unparalleled splendor: magnificent tiaras, gem-encrusted necklaces, snuffboxes, and other diamond-studded baubles of the tsars and tsarinas. During that time, jewelry symbolized power and wealth, and no one knew this better than the Romanovs. The era marked the high point of the Russian jewelers' art. Beginning with Catherine I's reign in 1725, in the century when women ruled Russia, until the Russian Revolution of 1917, the imperial capital's goldsmiths perfected their craft, and soon the quality of Russia's jewelry equaled, if not surpassed, the best that Europe's capitals could offer. Who created these jewels that helped make the Russian court the richest in Europe? Hint: it wasn't Carl Faberge. This is the first systematic survey in any language of all the leading jewelers and silver masters of imperial Russia. The authors skillfully unfold for us the lives, histories, creations, and makers' marks of the artisans whose jewels and silver masterworks bedazzled the tsars. The previously unheralded names include Pauzie, Bolin, Hahn, Koechli, Seftigen, Marshak, Morozov, Nicholls & Plincke, Grachev, Sazikov, and many others. The market for these exquisite masterworks is also explored, from its beginnings to today's auction world and collector demand. More than 600 stunning photos reacquaint the world with the master artisans and their creations.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.