- 2.6 Inches Tall (on a stand) x 1.5 Inches Wide
- Gold Plated Pewter, Austrian Crystals
- Enameled
- The Egg is Openable
- Hand Painted
- Padded Satin Lined Gift Box
The hand-painted sparkling egg is adorned with high-polished red enamel and radiant golden trim. This beauty stands gracefully on a decorative gold-tone stand. The egg opens on a hinge and closes securely with a magnetic clasp to keep contents safely inside. The piece comes in a beautiful gift box.
Inspired by the legendary jeweled Easter eggs created between 1885 and 1917 for European imperial families, this elegant miniature reflects a tradition of extraordinary artistry and innovation. Historic examples were commissioned as annual Easter gifts and became celebrated for their rich enamel finishes, intricate gold detailing, and hidden surprises concealed within the shell.
Original masterpieces were produced under the direction of Peter Carl Fabergé by highly skilled workmasters using precious metals, diamonds, and the famed guilloché enamel technique — layering translucent enamel over finely engraved patterns to create a luminous depth of color. Many historic eggs incorporated symbolic motifs, portrait miniatures, clocks, or mechanical features, elevating them from decorative objects to technical marvels.
Echoing that refined heritage, this vibrant red interpretation showcases lattice-style gold accents and sparkling crystal embellishments that capture the opulence of those iconic creations. Designed as both a keepsake box and a display piece, it embodies the elegance, craftsmanship, and timeless grandeur associated with the golden age of jeweled decorative arts.
