We are pleased to present an exceptional and rare miniature egg pendant from the Russian Imperial era. Crafted in the St. Petersburg workshop of the legendary master jeweler Michael Perkhin for the House of Fabergé in the late 19th century, this piece is a superb example of Fabergé's artistry in hard stones.
The pendant is meticulously carved from Russian white nephrite and mounted in gold. Its elegant proportions measure 16.2 mm in length (excluding bales) and 11.8 mm in width, with a weight of 3.6 grams.
It remains in excellent original condition.
The pendant bears several important original marks, confirming its provenance and authenticity:
The workmaster's Cyrillic initials "М.П" for Michael Perkhin (Михаил Перхин).
The Imperial Russian gold standard mark "56" (equivalent to 14 karats or 585 fineness).
The double-headed eagle, the state coat of arms of the Russian Empire.
About the Master: Michael Evlampievich Perkhin (1860–1903) was the leading workmaster of the House of Fabergé from 1886 until his death. His workshop was responsible for creating some of the most celebrated Imperial Easter Eggs and objects d'art. Pieces bearing his "М.П" mark represent the pinnacle of Fabergé's artistic innovation, spanning styles from Renaissance Revival to Neo-Rococo. Acquiring a work from his hand is a rare opportunity.
This pendant is a historically significant treasure, offering a tangible connection to the opulence of Imperial Russia. It represents a premier acquisition for the discerning collector of Fabergé, Russian works of art, or exceptional antique jewelry.
Please note: Works attributed to Karl Fabergé, the Fabergé workshops and their associated workmasters, as well as other objects produced during the Imperial Russian period of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, were not originally accompanied by certificates of authenticity at the time of manufacture.
Attribution and opinions regarding authenticity are based on examination of original maker’s and assay marks, analysis of materials and workmanship, assessment of construction techniques, and comparison with documented examples published in recognized scholarly literature and archival sources. Such evaluations represent informed expert opinion in accordance with accepted practices within the field of Russian Imperial decorative arts.