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- What is a Fabergé egg?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Fabergé egg is an egg-shaped decorative accent produced by the jeweler Peter Carl Fabergé of the House of Fabergé or in his style. The original eggs were gifts for the Russian royal family. Find a large collection of Fabergé on 1stDibs.
- How many Fabergé eggs are there?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022There were 69 original Imperial Fabergé eggs produced by the jeweler Peter Carl Fabergé for the Russian royal family. Only 57 of these originals survived. The House of Fabergé continues to produce decorative accents inspired by the eggs. Find a range of Fabergé on 1stDibs.
- How is a Fabergé egg made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To make a Fabergé egg, an artisan first crafts the body of the egg from a precious metal like platinum or gold. The hand-crafting process continues with embellishments like metalwork, enamel, gold leaf and gemstones. Find a variety of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Fabergé eggs are hand-crafted in Russia using gold, diamonds and other gemstones. Each design is one-of-a-kind and features intricate layers of enamel, metalwork and gold leaf. Find your own one-of-a-kind Fabergé egg from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Imperial Fabergé eggs were created for members of the Russian royal family, including czars Alexander III and Nicholas II. The first one was an Easter gift for Alexander III's wife, Empress Maria Feodorovna. You'll find a range of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How big are Fabergé eggs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How big a Fabergé egg is depends on the individual item. The sizes of Peter Carl Faberé's original Imperial eggs varied, but most of them were between 3 and 5 inches tall. Shop a collection of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What do Fabergé eggs symbolize?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What Fabergé eggs symbolize is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Many people associate them with power and wealth because they are rare collectibles, while others associate them with the Russian Imperial family, who owned several. Best known for creating the lavishly ornate and intricately devised Imperial Easter eggs given by the last czars to their families as annual holiday gifts, the House of Fabergé was the most prestigious Russian luxury goods maker of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Fabergé jewelry and decorative objects.
- Are Fabergé eggs fragile?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Fabergé eggs are fragile. They may break if dropped or handled too roughly. Because they are so delicate, several of the original Imperial eggs are no longer in existence. Fabergé produced 69, but only 57 remain. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Fabergé jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, there is one Fabergé egg in the collection of the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It is the Rothschild egg, made of gold and enamel. On the front of the egg is a clock. Shop a selection of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- When did the Egg chair come out?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Egg chair came out in 1959. Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created it along with a number of other famous mid-century modern chairs, including the Series 7, the Swan and the Ant. Find a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fabergé eggs are valuable for a number of reasons. Peter Carl Fabergé only produced 69 of them, and their original owners were members of the Russian royal family. The precious metals and gemstones used to handcraft the eggs also add to their value. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Fabergé jewelry.
- What are Fabergé eggs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fabergé eggs are made of a variety of materials including gold and other precious metals, enamel and gemstones. They are all handmade and of the highest quality, with each one being a unique design. You'll find a collection of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Who invented the Egg chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Arne Jacobsen invented the Egg chair. Designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, it is a Scandinavian classic that has over the years become a fixture of corporate offices. The Egg chair is notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. Unlike the furniture maker's previous range of shell chairs designed in laminated wood for Fritz Hansen, the Egg reflected a soulful new vision of modernity. Its finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather (or, in the cost-conscious hotel's case, fabric). Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are Fabergé eggs still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Fabergé does still make decorative eggs in the tradition of Peter Carl Fabergé's original Imperial eggs. In 2021, the jewelry maker offered “Pearl Egg,” a decorative accent covered in mother of pearl and genuine diamonds. The object holds a 12.17-carat gray pearl. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Fabergé jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether Egg chairs are actually comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the curved shape of the frame provides plenty of support. Shop a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if an Arne Jacobsen egg chair is real, check for the label. Newer models have a Republic of Fritz Hansen label attached to the fabric, older models have them attached to the base of the chair. You can also look for a sticker on the cylinder that attaches to the base with a Fritz Hansen label and a four-digit date. Shop a large collection of Arne Jacobsen and other egg chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To hang an egg chair from the ceiling, you must drill into a joist and install a hook. Then, attach a chain to the top of the chair and hang it from the hook. Having an experienced handyman tackle the job for you can help to ensure secure installation and reduce the risk of damaging your ceiling. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of egg chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022As of December 2021, Elizabeth II the Queen of England owned four Fabergé eggs. Three of the pieces in her collection are original Imperial eggs. Her grandparents, King George V and Queen Mary, purchased them. Find a selection of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How much is an egg chair worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An egg chair can be worth up to $20,000. The price of an egg chair depends on the condition, upholstery material, and model.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fabergé eggs have a distinctive egg shape but are up to two times the size of a chicken egg. Designs vary, but most of the Imperial eggs feature ornate embellishments like solid gold molding and gemstones. You'll find a range of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
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