Brief: Fabergé past and present meets in London

Fabergé's standalone London boutique is offering a glimpse at antique creations from the design house, including this exquisite emerald and diamond brooch. Photos courtesy Fabergé Ltd.

Fabergé’s standalone London boutique is offering a glimpse at antique creations from the design house, including this exquisite emerald and diamond brooch. Photos courtesy Fabergé Ltd.

 

The free-of-charge exhibit also features a gold laurel-framed brooch.

The free-of-charge exhibit also features a gold laurel-framed brooch.

BY KAREN AANONSEN

Visitors to Fabergé’s 14a Grafton Street boutique in London should prepare for an extra dose of ‘wow’ factor. From now through September 14, an exclusive exhibition of treasures created by Peter Carl Fabergé and his workmasters before 1917 is on view at the Mayfair store. Glittering with emeralds, sapphires, and one stunning amethyst, the rare collection makes clear that vibrant stones have been a brand signature since the beginning. As has artistry. The jewelry, photograph frames, cigarette cases, and pendant watch on display also don’t fail to impress with creative, impeccable detail.

—August 2015

 

 

Peter Carl Fabergé's work was adored by the Russian Imperial Court in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Peter Carl Fabergé’s work was adored by the Russian Imperial Court in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.