Boîte à musique “Swan Lake” – House Of Fabergé et...

Magnificent fine porcelain collectible music box, created by Franklin Mint under official license from the House of Fabergé, inspired by the famous ballet by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovski: Swan Lake. Model: Swan Lake (Le Lac des Cygnes) This elegant music box pays homage to one of the most famous classical ballets, a symbol of grace, beauty, and eternal love. It embodies the refinement characteristic of Fabergé-inspired creations, combining finely worked porcelain, polychrome decoration, and rich 24-karat gold gilding. The box features a superb, delicately painted frieze depicting majestic white swans gliding on the waters of an intensely blue lake, surrounded by gorgeous floral compositions in vibrant colors. This romantic and poetic setting evokes all the magic of the renowned Russian ballet. The lid, sumptuously worked in relief, is adorned with elegant golden scrolls, floral motifs in pink hues, and a deep blue central cabochon. The generous 24-karat gold gilding highlights the contours and details of this remarkable collector’s piece. The box rests on small gold feet and houses a mechanical musical movement located beneath its base, operated by rotation. Specifications: Manufacturer: The Franklin Mint / Franklin Mint Medalier Brand: House of Fabergé Model: Swan Lake (Le Lac des Cygnes) Period: 1990-2000 Type: Collectible music box Materials: Fine porcelain, polychrome decoration, and 24-karat gold gilding Decor: White swans on a blue background, floral compositions Lid: Relief decoration, golden scrolls and central blue cabochon Musical movement: Mechanical mechanism under the base Style: Fabergé, Russian imperial art Marks: Fabergé / Franklin Mint Condition: Very good overall presentation condition. Superb colors, well-preserved polychrome decoration, and beautiful shine of the gilding. Note: there is a crack in the lower white porcelain portion, visible in the detailed photograph. This defect is located beneath the box and remains discreet when on display. Please carefully review the many photographs, which are an integral part of the description. Shipping: especially careful and secure, tracked and insured. Happy bidding on Catawiki!!! ZélioCambra

Estimate:£101.53

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