Organized
in partnership with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, “Fabergé Revealed”
showcases 238 rare Fabergé artifacts. A part of the largest public collection
of Fabergé outside of Russia, these treasures are synonymous with exquisite
craftsmanship, impeccable taste and the rich history of the Russian imperial
family from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Unique to this exhibition
is a small collection of “Fauxbergé” objects – Fabergé look-alikes once
believed to be originals.
“Our
guests will be fascinated by these treasured objects that not only encompass
the beauty of art, but also tell one of the most powerful stories in history –
the fall of the Russian imperial family,” said BGFA Executive Director Tarissa
Tiberti. “‘Fabergé Revealed’ highlights each of the distinct styles displayed
in the original House of Fabergé stores in St. Petersburg, Moscow and London
centuries ago.”
Throughout
the late 1800s and early 1900s, the House of Fabergé produced more than 150,000
objects of art, jewels and silver articles – many of which were one of a kind
with detailed design and artistry. “Fabergé Revealed” features signature pieces
from Fabergé’s original collection, including the Imperial Pelican Easter Egg
(1897), created to celebrate the Dowager Empress of Russia. The red-gold egg
unfolds into eight oval frames graduated in size, each rimmed with pearls and
inscribed with the names of the institutions that appear on the front. A
pelican stands in a nest atop the egg and feeds her young, symbolizing maternal
care.
Tickets
are $17; $14 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older; and $12 for students,
teachers and military with valid ID. Children 12 and younger are free. Audio
tours are included in the price of admission and complimentary docent tours are
available daily at 2 p.m.
BGFA
is open daily 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Last admissions are sold 30 minutes prior to
closing.
Additional
information is available by calling (702) 693-7871 or (877) 957-9777, or online
at bellagio.com/bgfa.
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