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The French architect Montferrand had created in St. Petersburg his main construction - St. Isaac’s Cathedral about 40 years and died soon after the building was completed. The artwork of the firm - The Easter Egg - is a tribute of respect and admiration to the great Master. All the architectural details of the Cathedral, statues on the roofing and inscriptions on pediments are made of gold according to the original.
Gold, silver, gilt, jasper, porphyry, nephrite, cloisonne enamel, transparent enamel on a guilloche ground.
Height 31cm
Height of the Cathedral 9,8 cm
1998 Private collection
February 22nd, 2006
From the Snake Collection… a serpentine necklace made from black coral and sterling silver and set with 28.233 carats of rose-cut diamonds. The eyes are set with Burmese rubies, and pear-shaped citrines enhance the design. The serpent coils seductively around the neck and secures in front with a hooked clasp. About Lotus Arts de Vivre: The exquisite designs of Lotus Arts de Vivre are inspired by the religions and cultures of Asia. Each piece is handcrafted, and all work is done by artisans living in remote villages in India, Nepal, Indonesia and Burma. Working with 18 karat gold, ebony, pearls, diamonds, rubies and emeralds, the pieces reflect the ancient techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation by these extraordinarily talented craftsmen. Lotus Arts de Vivre designs are instantly recognizable collector’s items that are cherished by patrons such as the Royal Family of Thailand, Princess Michael of Kent, the Rajmata of Jaipur, the Queen of Spain, Elizabeth Taylor, Roman Polanski, Goldie Hawn and Sharon Stone.
Price: $22,560.00
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February 19th, 2006
The royal totem, hand-carved in ebony wood and decorated with 18 karat gold, pearls, emeralds, rubies and full-cut diamonds. To wear as a brooch or as a pendant.
About Lotus Arts de Vivre: The exquisite designs of Lotus Arts de Vivre are inspired by the religions and cultures of Asia. Each piece is handcrafted, and all work is done by artisans living in remote villages in India, Nepal, Indonesia and Burma. Working with 18 karat gold, ebony, pearls, diamonds, rubies and emeralds, the pieces reflect the ancient techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation by these extraordinarily talented craftsmen. Lotus Arts de Vivre designs are instantly recognizable collector’s items that are cherished by patrons such as the Royal Family of Thailand, Princess Michael of Kent, the Rajmata of Jaipur, the Queen of Spain, Elizabeth Taylor, Roman Polanski, Goldie Hawn and Sharon Stone.
Price: $7,000.00
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February 19th, 2006
Coloured crocodile and galuchat handbag; chain handle with coloured crystal pav�; buckle set with crystals using Ceralun(TM) technique; limited edition.
Size: 23.5 x 14.5 cm
Price: EUR 4,800.00
www.swarovski.com
February 16th, 2006
The latest gem cuts delighting jewelry designers are a little rough round the edges.
With organic, nature-inspired jewelry designs among the most important trends for 2006, the perfect example of the natural look isn’t always perfect. Rather than the pristine and polished look of traditionally cut gemstones, the latest gem cuts are a little rough around the edges. These shapes, such as “rough cut” briolettes, maintain more of the precious stones’ real face. Irregular, asymmetrical, and “tumbled” cuts add the natural look to high-end jewelry designs. Even precious metals are being molded into naturalistic forms like nuggets, sometimes also combined with naturally shaped baroque pearls. In the extreme, diamonds and gemstones are used in their unadorned natural crystal forms. It’s truly the ultimate in back-to-nature luxury.
February 13th, 2006
Kathy Van Zeeland handbags is commited to constantly develop new, exclusive materials of the highest quality and focus on the most fasionable trends each season. Kathy Van Zeeland wants you to look and feel great wearing her handbags, and she is confident that you will receive many compliments on your sense of style. Kathy Van Zeeland handbags truly believe that luxury should be affordable. This spice faux-suede hobo features a metal belt, chunky studs that complement the embossed shoulder strap, a full zippered pocket in the back for easy access to essentials and a deep, roomy inner compartment with signature lining. 13×3.5×13”.
More details on www.kathyvanzeeland.com
February 13th, 2006
Platinum and gold mounted Burma ruby single stone ring with a diamond trilliant in each shoulder by Harry Winston, ruby 12.02cts
February 13th, 2006
Elsa Peretti BONE cuff bracelet, small. Eighteen karat gold. Original designs copyrighted by Elsa Peretti.
$5,500
February 12th, 2006
Messenger heart - Another heart brings the timeless message: I love you, enhanced by a sparkling 0. This large double heart opens onto the CHARRIOL initial and is hooked to the cable that will carry the keys to happiness.
Plum-coloured heart. The watch and key-ring are presented in a splendid dedicated heart-shaped gift-box. Proudly adopting the famous CHARRIOL plum-coloured identity code, it provides this exceptional pair of lovebirds, issued in a limited edition, with a leather-lined and tenderly dedicated nest.
February 12th, 2006
The French-born Jean Schlumberger was a famous 19th-century figure, an artist sensitive to fashion trends who worked for over 30 years with the American luxury company, Tiffany & Co. As a master of the use of vividly-colored enamels, Schlumberger worked like a painter, starting with a drawing that he gradually enriched with details and finished with precious stones selected from a rich palette. Lovers of jewelry created by a true master won’t want to miss the auction that Sotheby’s has organized for Nov. 20 in Geneva, where Luisa Fanti Melloni’s collection will be on the auction block.
Jean Schlumberger Sixteen Stone ring. Round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight 1.18, color grade G, clarity grade VS. Platinum. $6,400
February 12th, 2006
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