Imperial Russia

Inspiring ideas evoking the splendour of the Imperial Court. The House of Romanov ruled the Russian Empire from 1721 until 1762, and the House of Holstein-Gottorp-Romanov, from 1762 until 1917. The Tsars were significant patrons of the arts, commissioning paintings, objets du vertu, jewellery that reflected the traditions of Russian art but also looking West with the adoption of Art Nouveau. virtuoso Russian jeweller Peter Carl Fabergé (1846 – 1920) created some of the most exquisite and enduring pieces for the Tsars, including bejewelled eggs presented as Easter gifts. Decorative styles referenced neo-Rococo to Renaissance in a gilded era of design. Our opulent collection includes magnificent jewellery sets created with glittering costume crystals, gilded detailing, and semi-precious gemstones. Enamelled trinket boxes recall the illustrious Imperial court at St Petersburg and lavish miniatures created by Fabergé. Other fine gifts and accessories take inspiration from The State Hermitage Museum, a reminder of old Russia and its past splendour. Hand-painted accessories give a glimpse into centuries-old folk art and handicrafts, referencing literary works, fairy tales, and songs.