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Faberge In America-new
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The Outstanding Legacy Of The Russian Goldsmith And Jeweler Carl Faberge Has Captured The Publics Imagination For Many Years. During His Lifetime, Faberges Exquisitely Made Jewelry And Fantastically Extravagant Objets Dart Brought Him Patronage From The Worlds Most Affluent People, Including Royalty And Throughout This Century His Work Has Been Avidly Collected. Faberge In America Is The First Book Dedicated To The Works That Have Been Amassed By American Collectors. More Than Just An Assembly Of Objects And Names, It Places The Social History Of American Collecting Against The Backdrop Of The Nations Ongoing Fascination With Imperial Russia.Spanning Almost A Century Of Collecting, The Book Combines Biographical Accounts Of The Most Important American Faberge Clients And Collectors With Exceptional Photographs Of The Treasures. Following A Brief Background History Of The House Of Faberge, The First Section Of The Book Is Devoted To The Period Before World War I And The Objects Acquired By Americans In St. Petersburg And London During Faberges Lifetime. The Second Part Covers The Years Between 1930 And 1950 When, In The Aftermath Of The Russian Revolution, Members Of The Royal Family And Russian Aristocrats Brought Faberge Treasures To America. It Was During This Period That The First Great American Collections Were Formed, Including Those Of Matilda Geddings Gray, India Early Minshall, Lillian Thomas Pratt, And Marjorie Merriweather Post. A Final Section Looks At The Collections Formed Between 1950 And The Present Day, With Particular Emphasis On Malcolm S. Forbes, Who Built Up What Is Undoubtedly The Biggest And Most Impressive Faberge Collection In The World.Published To Accompany A Traveling Exhibition Organized By The Fine Arts Museums Of San Francisco And Commemorating The 150Th Anniversary Of The Jewelers Birth, Faberge In America Provides Both A Spectacular Survey Of Some Of The Most Beautiful And Intriguing Objects Ever Created And An Unrivaled History Of Art Collecting In America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Faberge in America'? A: 'Faberge in America' specifically highlights the collection of Faberge works amassed by American collectors, showcasing the social history of American art collecting in the context of the fascination with imperial Russia.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Faberge in America'? A: The book is authored by Geza Von Habsburg-Lothringen, an expert on Faberge and Russian art.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Faberge in America' have? A: 'Faberge in America' is available in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Faberge in America'? A: The book contains 366 pages, filled with rich content and exceptional photographs.
- Q: Is 'Faberge in America' suitable for casual readers? A: Yes, the book is accessible to both casual readers and collectors, providing a blend of historical context and visual appeal.
- Q: What time period does the book cover regarding American Faberge collections? A: 'Faberge in America' spans nearly a century of collecting, focusing on key periods such as before World War I and the years between 1930 and 1950.
- Q: Does 'Faberge in America' include photographs of the objects? A: Yes, the book features exceptional photographs of the Faberge treasures, enhancing the reader's experience and understanding of the artworks.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Faberge in America'? A: 'Faberge in America' was published on January 1, 1996.
- Q: Is this book part of an exhibition? A: Yes, 'Faberge in America' was published to accompany a traveling exhibition organized by the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Faberge in America'? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the history of Faberge's work, the significance of American collectors, and the evolution of art collecting in America.