Imperial Egg of 1942

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:egg
gptkbp:acquisition Acquired by museum in 2000
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:craftsmanship Highly detailed craftsmanship
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:Permanent_Collection
gptkbp:exhibition_history Displayed at various museums
gptkbp:exhibition_location gptkb:Virginia_Museum_of_Fine_Arts
gptkbp:exhibition_year gptkb:2014
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:Diamonds
gptkb:gold
Enamel
gptkbp:notable_collection Museums
Art collectors
Royal families
gptkbp:notable_exhibitions gptkb:Fabergé:_A_Brilliant_Vision
The Art of the Egg
gptkbp:notable_features Imperial crown on top
Hidden compartments
Intricate floral patterns
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Emperor
Private collector
gptkbp:restoration Restored in 2000s
gptkbp:style gptkb:Art_Nouveau
gptkbp:symbolizes Wealth and power
gptkbp:technique Goldsmithing
Enamel painting
Gem setting
gptkbp:year_created gptkb:1942
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:egg
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4