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EGG

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Egg is in two parts and divided lengthwise by a gilt band. Front is enamelled in a pinkish color with a view of the Russian church painted in gold. Back has the same enamel and the letters Kh V (XB) in cyrillic for "Christ is risen".

Object name:
EGG
Made from:
Gold -- enamel
Made in:
Russia
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
1.4 cm (9/16 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
15.123
Class:
ENAMEL
Signature marks:
INSCRIPTION XB
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973