in a matt and bezel polish and
handmade alligator straps.The
masculine version of this watch is
studded with black diamonds.
The organic shape of the
Émotion
Orange Sapphire Ring from the ‘
Les
Fauves de Fabergé’ collection
reflects
the Russian affinity with the natural
world. Its fluidity is particularly inspired
by Russia’s great rivers and mountain
streams. Modelled in 18 carat white
and yellow gold, the ring features 299
orange sapphires and mixes gemstone
sizes to create an exceptional softness
of light and shades.Another piece
from the collection, the sensually and
organically shaped Émotion Rouge Ring
in an intensely painterly gem colour
is one of the rings inspired by the
Symbolists and their preoccupation of
the emotional content of a work of art.
Sculptured in 18 carat gold and silver,
the ring is set throughout with perfectly
matched rubies. Both of these one-of-
a-kind jewelled masterworks designed
by leading artist-jeweller, Frédéric Zaavy
capture the modernity, refinement and
technical perfection of the Fabergé
original captivating works of art.
Fabergé’s first all-white diamond
jewellery consisting of contemporary
classic jewels from the ‘Le Carnet de Bal’
collection reflects the banquets, balls
and soirees of St Petersburg society of
that day. Le Carnet de Bal, a tiny and
elaborate booklet encased in silver with
ivory pages called ‘dance cards’ was used
by the ladies at these prestigious events
to write down the names of partners
for particular dances.The order of dance
and partners held special significance
and often fuelled the romantic intrigue
that rippled around the ballroom. One
of the exquisite pieces
from the collection is
the pear-shaped white
diamond Ruben de Bal
Earring of over one carat.
The jewel is suspended in
each earring from Fabergé’s
signature ribbon design and
loops are tied energetically
at their centre in a knot that
brings a young, casual spirit to
an elegant classic.
The collection of bold
and contemporary pendants,
rings and earrings enhances
the beauty of the ‘Matelassé’
theme.These soft, tactile and
gem-set quilted luscious
cushions in white, yellow and
rose gold take inspiration
from the great Romanov
Palaces, which instil the
intimacy and comfort of
Empress Alexandra’s favourite
salon, the Mauve Room at the
Alexander Palace in Tsarkoe
Selo.The detailed lines of the
quilted pattern recall the classical
century-revival style that dominated
decorative design at the turn of the
century, from Paris to St Petersburg.
Inspired by the luxurious button-back
furniture of Belle Epoque opulence, the
sleek, sculptural and sensual designs
embrace the richness of the collection.
To view Fabergé’s new collection of
exquisite jewellery, visit their website
at
www.faberge.com
or boutiques
in Grafton Street (Bond Street Corner)
in London, Madison Avenue in New
York, and Rue Pierre-Fatio 5 in Geneva,
Switzerland and Lane Crawford in Tsim
Sha Tsui, Hong Kong.
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