Bangle
1908-1913 (made)
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In 1882 Fabergé showed archaeological-style jewellery at the Pan-Russian Industrial Exhibition in Moscow. Visitors to the Exhibition greatly admired these pieces, which were based on the Greek jewellery in the Hermitage. Like many jewellers at this time, Fabergé was fascinated and inspired by these ancient pieces. This simple bracelet, based on Roman jewellery, shows the enduring popularity of the archaeological style.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Gold, set with a star ruby and a star sapphire |
| Brief description | Gold bangle set with a ruby and a sapphire, made by Fabergé, Russia, St Petersburg, 1908-13 |
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| Credit line | Bequeathed by Miss Julie Gollan, through Art Fund |
| Object history | Wartski Exhibition RF.2004/531 |
| Summary | In 1882 Fabergé showed archaeological-style jewellery at the Pan-Russian Industrial Exhibition in Moscow. Visitors to the Exhibition greatly admired these pieces, which were based on the Greek jewellery in the Hermitage. Like many jewellers at this time, Fabergé was fascinated and inspired by these ancient pieces. This simple bracelet, based on Roman jewellery, shows the enduring popularity of the archaeological style. |
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| Accession number | M.170-1976 |
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| Record created | January 17, 2003 |
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