1900 Pine Cone Royal Russian Inspired Egg
Similar Sale History
View More Items in JewelryRelated Jewelry
More Items in Jewelry
View MoreItem Details
Description
The Pine Cone egg is a jeweled enameled Easter egg made under the supervision of the Russian jeweler Peter Carl by workmaster Mikhail Perkhin in 1900. One end of the pine cone, a symbol of resurrection, is set with four diamonds, forming a quatrefoil enclosing the date “1900”. The opposite end is set with a diamond star, enclosing a portrait diamond over a later miniature of a young woman. The eggshell opens to reveal a surprise, an Indian elephant. When wound with the original gold key, the tiny elephant, lumbers forward, shifting its weight from one side to the other, all the while turning its head and flicking its tail. Ownership: The pre-sale estimate was $3 to 4.5 million.
Buyer's Premium
- 15%
1900 Pine Cone Royal Russian Inspired Egg
Estimate $150 - $300
Get approved to bid.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Cobourg, ON, caOffers In-House Shipping
Payment
Related Searches
TOP