Faberge Imperial Easter Eggs

Presenter: Marina Forbes

This unique and beautifully illustrated presentation focuses on the life and remarkable work of master jeweler and artist, Peter Carl Fabergé. The program features a spectacular photo-tour of Fabergé collections at world-famous museums and from private collectors around the world. Emphasis is on the important role of egg painting in Slavic culture and on the unique development of this major art form from a traditional craft to the level of exquisite fine art under the patronage of the tsars. The fascinating history of these eggs and their role in the dramatic events of the last decades of Romanov rule in Russia and in the years following the Bolshevik Revolution will also be discussed. 

 

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of bringing the humanities to your community!

This unique and beautifully illustrated presentation focuses on the life and remarkable work of master jeweler and artist, Peter Carl Fabergé. The program features a spectacular photo-tour of Fabergé collections at world-famous museums and from private collectors around the world. Emphasis is on the important role of egg painting in Slavic culture and on the unique development of this major art form from a traditional craft to the level of exquisite fine art under the patronage of the tsars. The fascinating history of these eggs and their role in the dramatic events of the last decades of Romanov rule in Russia and in the years following the Bolshevik Revolution will also be discussed. This program is only available as an in-person presentation. 

Event Details

When:

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 11:00am

Where:

Moffatt-Ladd House Warehouse
154 Market Street
Portsmouth NH 03801

Hosted By:

National Society of Colonial Dames of America - NH

Contact Info:

Moffatt-Ladd House
603-430-7968