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Bedros A Sevadjian (1918-77)
Tray 1965
22ct gold | 51.4 x 78.8 x 5.5 cm (whole object) | RCIN 50103
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A rectangular, Ethiopian gold tray, with rocaille scroll rim and lateral handles; engraved with a wide band of scrolling foliage, flowers and rococo cartouches, applied with an Ethiopian Imperial crown at one end and British crown at the other.
Emperor Haile Selassie employed the goldsmith Bedros Sevadjian to create some of his diplomatic gifts, including insignia; The Grand Cross Order of Solomon's Seal, The Star of Ethiopia Grand Cross, The Order of the Star of Ethiopia and The Order of The Queen of Sheba. Sevadjian received his warrant to work for the Emperor in 1950.Provenance
Presented to Queen Elizabeth II by Haile Selassie of Ethiopia during her State Visit to Ethiopia, 1-8 Feburary 1965.
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Creator(s)
(goldsmith)(goldsmith)(nationality)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
22ct gold
Measurements
51.4 x 78.8 x 5.5 cm (whole object)
Place of Production
Ethiopia
Featured in
ExhibitionRoyal Gifts: Buckingham Palace
This exhibition tells the story of Her Majesty's reign through the official gifts she has received
