Imperial Egg of 1942

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Fabergé_egg
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Fabergé_egg
gptkbp:acquisition Acquired by museum in 2000
gptkbp:artwork Highly detailed craftsmanship
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Russian_Revolution
gptkb:Alexandra_of_Russia
gptkb:Nicholas_II_of_Russia
Fall of the Romanovs
gptkbp:budget $2 million
gptkbp:collection gptkb:Fabergé_egg_collection
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:Peter_Carl_Fabergé
gptkbp:cultural_impact Influenced modern jewelry design
gptkbp:cultural_significance Represents Russian heritage
gptkbp:dimensions Width: 10 cm
Height: 14 cm
gptkbp:exhibition gptkb:Fabergé:_A_Brilliant_Vision
gptkb:2014
gptkb:Virginia_Museum_of_Fine_Arts
gptkb:collection
Displayed at various museums
The Art of the Egg
gptkbp:features Imperial blue enamel
Surprise mechanism
Gold base
gptkbp:historical_context Created during World War II
gptkbp:historical_significance Symbol of Russian opulence
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Imperial Egg of 1942
gptkbp:influenced Luxury brands
Contemporary artists
gptkbp:influenced_by European decorative arts
gptkbp:inspiration Easter egg tradition
gptkbp:inspired Modern egg designs
gptkbp:inspired_by Russian folklore
gptkbp:location gptkb:Virginia_Museum_of_Fine_Arts
gptkbp:material gptkb:item
Enamel
gptkbp:notable_features Imperial crown on top
Hidden compartments
Intricate floral patterns
gptkbp:notable_for Museums
Art collectors
Royal families
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Historical_Society
Private collector
gptkbp:restoration Restored in 2000s
gptkbp:style gptkb:festival
gptkbp:symbolizes Wealth and power
gptkbp:technique Goldsmithing
Enamel painting
Gem setting
gptkbp:year_created gptkb:1942