Fabergé egg - Porcelain, Gold plated

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Porcelain and 24‑carat gold‑plated Fabergé‑style egg, "The Baptism" by House of Fabergé for The Franklin Mint, estimated period 1990–2000, 11 cm high by 6 cm wide and 6 cm deep, in good condition with some wear and age-related stains.

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Magnificent collectible egg "The Baptism" (Le Baptême), produced by House of Fabergé for The Franklin Mint, in the tradition of the famous Fabergé jewelry eggs.

This remarkable creation depicts, in relief and in three dimensions, the baptism of Christ by Saint John the Baptist in the waters of the Jordan. The scene, delicately sculpted and hand-painted, is topped with a dove symbolizing the Holy Spirit.

The exterior of the egg features a sumptuous deep blue decoration, adorned with gold stars and raised botanical motifs. The whole is crowned by an elegant gold ornament.

It rests on a magnificent Baroque-style base, richly worked and 24-carat gold plated, underscoring the refinement and finesse of this creation.

Specifications:

Maker: House of Fabergé

Publisher: The Franklin Mint / Le Médaillier Franklin

Model: The Baptism (Le Baptême)

Materials: Porcelain and 24-carat gold-plated metal

Decoration: Bas-relief biblical scene, blue porcelain, gold stars and botanical ornaments

Base: Baroque style, richly sculpted and gilded

Condition:

Very good overall condition. Decorations, porcelain and gilding well preserved.

Photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciating the details and the condition of this piece.

Careful shipping, professional packaging and tracked shipping.

Happy bidding on Catawiki !!!

ZélioCambra

Seller's Story

Passionate and a collector, I specialize in Franklin Mint collectibles, which constitute the bulk of the pieces I offer: sculptures, figurines, porcelains, decorative objects and limited editions. Over the years, I have developed a particular knowledge of the Franklin Mint universe, of its different collections and its numerous editions. The items offered come mainly from private collections, estates, and curated sales. Each piece is examined carefully and presented with a precise description and numerous detailed photographs. Special attention is given to packaging and protection of the objects, especially porcelains and fragile pieces. Careful shipping with tracking. ZélioCambra — The passion of the collector, the professional’s exacting standards.
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Magnificent collectible egg "The Baptism" (Le Baptême), produced by House of Fabergé for The Franklin Mint, in the tradition of the famous Fabergé jewelry eggs.

This remarkable creation depicts, in relief and in three dimensions, the baptism of Christ by Saint John the Baptist in the waters of the Jordan. The scene, delicately sculpted and hand-painted, is topped with a dove symbolizing the Holy Spirit.

The exterior of the egg features a sumptuous deep blue decoration, adorned with gold stars and raised botanical motifs. The whole is crowned by an elegant gold ornament.

It rests on a magnificent Baroque-style base, richly worked and 24-carat gold plated, underscoring the refinement and finesse of this creation.

Specifications:

Maker: House of Fabergé

Publisher: The Franklin Mint / Le Médaillier Franklin

Model: The Baptism (Le Baptême)

Materials: Porcelain and 24-carat gold-plated metal

Decoration: Bas-relief biblical scene, blue porcelain, gold stars and botanical ornaments

Base: Baroque style, richly sculpted and gilded

Condition:

Very good overall condition. Decorations, porcelain and gilding well preserved.

Photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciating the details and the condition of this piece.

Careful shipping, professional packaging and tracked shipping.

Happy bidding on Catawiki !!!

ZélioCambra

Seller's Story

Passionate and a collector, I specialize in Franklin Mint collectibles, which constitute the bulk of the pieces I offer: sculptures, figurines, porcelains, decorative objects and limited editions. Over the years, I have developed a particular knowledge of the Franklin Mint universe, of its different collections and its numerous editions. The items offered come mainly from private collections, estates, and curated sales. Each piece is examined carefully and presented with a precise description and numerous detailed photographs. Special attention is given to packaging and protection of the objects, especially porcelains and fragile pieces. Careful shipping with tracking. ZélioCambra — The passion of the collector, the professional’s exacting standards.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Gold plated, Porcelain
Manufacturer/brand
Œuf « The Baptism » – House of Fabergé – The Franklin Mint
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
11 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
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Objects sold
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