The design museum’s exhibition on the Russian goldsmith, who died in 1920, will open in London in November. Expand Close VandA (Tim Ireland/PA) / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp VandA (Tim Ireland/PA)Faberge was famous for creating golden bejewelled egg-shaped ornaments. Kieran McCarthy and Hanne Faurby, curators of the exhibition, said in a statement: “The story of Carl Faberge, the legendary Russian Imperial goldsmith, is one of supreme luxury and unsurpassed craftmanship. “Celebrating Faberge’s extraordinary achievements, this exhibition focuses on the over-looked importance of his London branch, the only one outside of Russia. “Through Faberge’s creations the exhibition will explore timeless stories of love, friendship and unashamed social climbing.

Source: Irish Independent March 30, 2021 23:21 UTC