DEPICTING HISTORY: The designs for the Imperial eggs were inspired by historical art works that Faberge imitated or copied from his travels, and depicted historic occasions.
There were eggs to commemorate the coronation of Czar Nicholas II, the completion of the Trans-Siberian Railway, and anniversaries. There were eggs portraying 'Standart' the Imperial yacht; the Uspensky Cathedral; the Gatchina Palace; even the Red Cross and the military.
The Faberge Rosebud Egg, part of 'Imperial Treasures: Faberge from the Forbes Collection.' The Rosebud Egg, was presented by Czar Nicholas II to his wife, Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna and its value is estimated at $3-4 million.
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