Imperial surprises : a pop-up book of Fabergé masterpieces
1994, First Edition. Harry N. Abrams Inc., New York. Numbered volume from the Megan and Michael Dawson collection of pop-up books. Fine copy in the original colour-printed boards. Remains remarkably well-preserved overall. Item #468073
ISBN: 0810933306
Summary; Recaptures the beautiful objets d'art created by House of Faberg© . The Faberg© eggs exhibit the jewelry techniques for which Faberg© was famous: guilloch© grounds (decoratively engraved patterns on metal); exquisite enamel work in a multiplicity of shades; multi-colored gold mounts; and understated jewels, such as rose cut diamonds and cabochon rubies. Physical Description; [12] pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm. Subjects; Art objects. Art objects, Russian. Eggs in art. Faberge (Firm). Fabergé, Peter Carl, 1846-1920. Jewelry. Objets d'art. Pop-up books. Pop-up books Specimens. Specimens. Toy and movable books. Toy and movable books Specimens.
Price: €25.00