Gemme E Diamanti Dal Kremlino / Gems And Diamonds From The Kremlin
Moscow: State Museums of the Kremlin, 1994. First edition. Hardcover. Large Quarto. 28 [7]pp. Original red buckram with gilt lettering on cover and spine, in original color-illustrated dustjacket with white lettering and publisher's device on spine. Illustrated endpapers. Gray/white title page with large emblem on title page.
The objects presented in this catalog represent a subtle synergy of their native cultural background and their spiritual and artistic experience echoing from various countries of the world: the Byzantine preciosity, Islamic love for ornaments, and the rococo and floral styles of western Europe. The artistic work of the Russian master-goldsmiths is above all a delight for the eye. The beautiful pieces trigger contemplation relating to the core and personality of the people. "The Kremlin gems and diamonds write a new page in the ideal book of a story which continues to develop and fascinate." (Fredrico Di Roberto, Italian Ambassador in Moscow). Profusely illustrated with color photographs of beautiful galleries, icons, crowns and necklaces, purses, etc. Contains family tree of the Russian Royal family and a color advertisement of the Hotel Metropol in Moscow at rear. Text in Italian and English. Minor wear. Near fine condition. Item #56074
Price: $75.00