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Pavel Ovchinnikov (1830-88)

Casket c. 1870

Nephrite, rubies, sapphires, enamel, pearls, silver gilt | 7.0 x 17.0 x 10.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 40102

Pavel Ovchinnikov (1830-88)

Casket c. 1870

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Description

Rectangular double-lidded box of Siberian nephrite with gold mounts is set with sapphires, rubies and pearls.

Provenance

Possibly a gift to the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh in 1874
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Pavel Ovchinnikov (1830-88)
(workmaster)

Search the collection Fabergé
(jeweller)

Search the collection Russia
(nationality)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection Prince Alfred of Edinburgh and Saxe-Coburg & Gotha (1874-99)

Search the collection Grand Duchess Maria of Russia, Duchess of Saxe-Coburg & Gotha (1853-1920)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Nephrite, rubies, sapphires, enamel, pearls, silver gilt

jade, ruby, nephrite, gold, pearl

Measurements

7.0 x 17.0 x 10.0 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Fabergé
Object type(s)
containers
boxes
References

Alternative title(s)

Double lidded box

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