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Finding Aids to Special Collections in the VMFA Archives | Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers SC-07

Special Collection 07 (SC-07)


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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Archives

Margaret R. and Robert M. Freeman Library
200 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23220-4007
Business Number: 804-340-1495
library@vmfa.museum
URL: https://vmfa.museum/library/special-collections-archives/

Courtney Yevich Tkacz, VMFA Archivist

Repository
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Archives
Identification
SC-07
Title
Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07) 1901-1947
URL:
https://archives.vmfa.museum/repositories/2/resources/8
Quantity
1.5 Linear Feet, 2 boxes (15 folders), 1 oversize item and 1 binder, 723 items
Creator
Pratt, Lillian Thomas, 1876?
Creator
Schaffer, Alexander S.
Creator
Schaffer, Ray
Creator
Schaffer Collection
Creator
A La Vieille Russie (Firm)
Creator
Hammer Galleries
Creator
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Language
English .
Abstract
The collection documents the formation of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Collection of Fabergé decorative artworks at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Bequeathed to the museum upon her death in 1947, Pratt's Fabergé collection consistently remains one of the highlights of the museum's permanent collection. Pratt purchased most of her Fabergé collection from the Schaffer Collection and Hammer Galleries, both of New York City, in the 1930s and 1940s. Comprised of correspondence, invoices, price tags, and detailed item descriptions, this collection illuminates Pratt's mind as a collector, as well as her relationship with one of her dealers, Alexander Schaffer.

Administrative Information

Publication

The collection is subject to all copyright laws. Digitized content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License . The only exception are the letters written by Alexander and Ray Schaffer, in which the Schaffer family retains copyright ownership. Transmission or reproduction of other materials protected by copyright, beyond that allowed by fair use, requires the researcher to obtain permission of copyright holders.

Access

The collection is open for research.

Digitization of the collection has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The digital collection can be accessed through the VMFA Collections Search website .

Provenance

The collection was transferred over time to the VMFA Library in the 2000s by museum staff members Dr. David Park Curry, Curator of the Fabergé collection, David Bradley, Foundation Director, and Richard Woodward, Deputy Director for Architecture and Design. The estate tax information was given to Woodward from the Honorable John D. Butzner, Jr. in the 1970s. The bulk of the collection was accessioned into the VMFA Archives' collection in February 2011. In January 2015, an additional collection of original documents were transferred from the Curatorial files to the Pratt collection.

Preferred Citation

Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

Processing Note

A large number of publications (almost entirely sales and exhibition catalogs) were interfiled into this collection over the years. None of the publications indicated that they were actually Pratt's personal copies, and almost all had been stamped by the VMFA Library or other departments. Therefore, all of the publications were removed and added to the VMFA Library's holdings during processing. A complete list of these publications is available from the Archivist.


Biographical Note

Two months after Lillian Thomas Pratt's death in June 1947, her stunning and expansive collection of Fabergé artworks were unexpectedly bequeathed to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Thought to have been born in 1876 in Philadelphia, details of Pratt's life still remain sketchy and limited. By 1900, she was working as a stenographer at the Puget Sound Flouring Mill, and in 1917, married her second husband, John Lee Pratt, a self-made millionaire engineer and businessman with General Motors. By 1931, they had settled at Chatham Manor in John's native Virginia, and Pratt spent over a decade amassing a collection of over 500 items, eighty percent of which is Russian decorative art, mainly Fabergé.

Pratt began collecting while accompanying her husband on business trips to New York City, shopping in her spare time, and possibly becoming enchanted with the Hammer Galleries' "Russian Imperial Exhibit" at Lord and Taylor in the early 1930s. While the total amount she spent during that time is unknown, she spent $100,000 alone at New York City's Schaffer Collection. She simultaneously purchased items, including four of her five imperial Easter eggs, from the Hammer Galleries. Her collection includes not only the finest imperial eggs, but also miniature eggs, jewelry, framed photographs, boxes, handles, flowers, and animal figures, among many other types of objects. Whatever her collecting may have been (besides simply furnishing her new home), her fascination with Russian royalty was enduring, and has been shared with museum visitors for over 60 years.

Source: Fabergé: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Scope and Content Note

The collection's inclusive dates are 1901-1947, with the bulk of the material dating from 1933-1945. The collection is comprised of correspondence, invoices, price tags, item descriptions, exhibition labels, estate tax information and inventories, newspaper clippings, drawings and photographs.

Arrangement

The collection is organized into five series, and items are generally arranged chronologically within each series. Price tags are arranged numerically by item number. Items with no date are placed at the end at each series.

Series 1
Schaffer Collection, 1934-1947, undated
Series 2
Hammer Galleries, 1933-1945, undated
Series 3
Estate, 1932-1947, undated
Series 4
Clippings, 1932-1937, undated
Series 5
Museum Records, 1936-1947, undated

Subjects and Indexing Terms

  • Art objects, Russian
  • Easter eggs
  • Fabergé eggs
  • Fabergé (Firm)
  • Fabergé, Peter Carl, 1846-1920
  • Pratt, Lillian Thomas, 1876? -- Art collections

Related Materials - VMFA Library: Pratt's Personal Library

The Fall of the Romanoffs: How the Ex-Empress & Rasputine Caused the Russian Revolution, 1917
Confessions of the Czarina, 1918
Mother Dear: The Empress Marie of Russia and Her Times, 1926
The Tragic Bride: The Story of the Empress Alexandra of Russia, 1927
The Life and Tragedy of Alexandra Feodorovna, Empress of Russia, 1928
The Intimate Life of the Last Tzarina, 1928
The Real Romanovs, as Revealed by the Late Czar's Physician and His Son, 1931
Russia - My Home: An Intimate Record of Personal Experiences Before, During and After the Bolshevist Revolution, 1931
Education of a Princess: A Memoir, 1931
A Princess in Exile, 1932
Twice Seven, 1937
Russian Imperial Treasures: Collection of Lillian T. Pratt, undated

Related Materials - VMFA Library: Catalogs

Imperial Russian Easter Eggs Presented by Tsar Nikolai II, 1940
Handbook of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Collection: Russian Imperial Jewels, 1960
Fabergé: A Catalog of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Collection of Russian Imperial Jewels, 1976
Fabergé: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 1995
Fabergé Revealed: At the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 2011

Related Materials - VMFA Library: Video

Lillian Thomas Pratt's Fabergé: Shopping, Collecting, Remembering, 1996

Related Materials - VMFA Library: Exhibition Files

Selections from the Lillian Thomas Pratt Collection of Jewels, 1947
12th Anniversary Exhibition: The Pratt Collection of Jewels, 1948
Imperial Russian Easter Eggs, 1949
Imperial Russian Easter Eggs, 1950
Imperial Russian Easter Eggs, 1951
Imperial Russian Easter Eggs, 1952
Jewelry by Fabergé, 1953
Jewels by Fabergé, 1954
Fabergé in America and the Lillian Thomas Pratt Collection of Fabergé, 1996
Fabergé Revealed, 2011

Related Materials - VMFA Library: Subject Files

VMFA Collections: Decorative Arts: Metalwork: Fabergé
VMFA Donors: Pratt, John Lee and Lillian Thomas
VMFA Gallery Design: Fabergé

Related Materials - Library of Virginia

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Director's Correspondence, 1936-1976 (Coll. No. 33863 and 44067)
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Exhibition Files, 1936-1992 (Coll No. 31633, 32958, 33041, 33160, 34679, 36342, 36957 and 37636)

Significant Persons Associated With the Collection

  • Alexandra, Empress, consort of Nicholas I, Emperor of Russia, 1798-1860
  • Anna Aleksandrovna Vyrubova, 1884-1964
  • Constance Harriet Stuart Milnes Gaskell, Lady, 1885-1964
  • Fabergé, Peter Carl, 1846-1920
  • Fulmer, Rosamond
  • Nicholas, Emperor of Russia, II, 1868-1918
  • Pratt, Lillian Thomas, 1876?
  • Pratt, Lillian Thomas, 1876? -- Art collections
  • Schaffer, Alexander S.
  • Schaffer, Ray
  • Virginia Clarke Taylor

Significant Places Associated With the Collection

  • Fredensborg (Sjælland, Denmark)
  • Fredericksburg (Va.)
  • Great Neck (N.Y.)
  • Kew Gardens (New York, N.Y.)
  • London (England)
  • New York (N.Y.)
  • Philadelphia (Pa.)
  • Richmond (Va.)
  • Saint Petersburg (Russia)
  • San Francisco (Calif.)

Container List

SC-07-01
Series 1: Schaffer Collection
Schaffer, Alexander S.Schaffer, RaySchaffer CollectionA La Vieille Russie (Firm)
370 items Box 1 (6 Folders and 1 Binder)
1934-1947, undated
Scope and Contents

This series is comprised of correspondence, invoices, price tags, and item descriptions that detail the purchases Pratt made from the Schaffer collection in the 1930s and 1940s. Correspondence between Alexander S. Schaffer, his wife Ray Schaffer, and Pratt discuss sales, payments, display cabinets, family matters, and books and articles he sent to Pratt about Russian history, war, and family matters. After 1944, some of the correspondence, invoices and item descriptions came from A La Vieille Russie, where Schaffer continued to deal in Russian art and antiquities after closing his own shop.

The invoices are often annotated with check numbers as balances were paid off, and dates given often refer to the handwritten notes on the invoice detailing payment history. Similarly, price tags were often annotated with price reductions or alterations in the item's description. Item descriptions are extremely detailed, and include the item number and often the date purchased. Many of the Schaffer descriptions are not dated, and while most of them can be cross-referenced with dates on the invoices, Schaffer often invoiced Pratt much later than the original purchase date, and in some cases, many years later. Finally, most of the item descriptions were annotated by museum staff at some point with VMFA accession numbers.

The series is divided into five subseries: Series 1.1: Alexander Schaffer Correspondence, 1934-1947; Series 1.2: Ray Schaffer Correspondence, 1937-1947; Series 1.3: Invoices, 1934-1945, undated; Series 1.4: Price Tags, undated; Series 1.5: Item Descriptions, 1934-1945, undated.

  • SC-07-01.1
    Series 1.1: Alexander Schaffer Correspondence
    1934-1947
    • Folder 1
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.001 SC07.01.1.001
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Apr. 14, 1934
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. 36 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York April 14, 1934

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        My dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Please forgive me for the delay in answering your kind letter of the 12th, but I was trying to trace the cause of wrong delivery, as I note that the envelope was properly addressed by you. The Mr. Schaeffer in the building should have indeed had the courtesy to forward it to me.

        I have received your note and also the book, and am sorry that you have had this unpleasantness.

        I hope that my letter finds you in the best of health, and remain, with best wishes, and kindest personal regards, in which Mrs. Schaffer joins me,

        Yours very sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        ASS:RS

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.002 SC07.01.1.002
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        July 1, 1935
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.003 SC07.01.1.003
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        Nov. 19, 1935
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. 36 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York November 19, 1935

        Mrs. John L. Pratt "Chatham" Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        My dear Mrs. Pratt,

        I am most disappointed to hear that the cabinet is not the size that you should have. It is a pity that all your lovely objects could not be displayed without being crowded.

        I will try my very best to get another cabinet for you, the size you want, and exchange it for the one you have now. Of course I cannot tell just how soon I could get one, but in the meantime you can use the one you have.

        Or maybe you could find room for another cabinet which would give you a chance to display all of your lovely things without crowding them, regardless of their size. This would really be the best solution.

        I am sorry you had to be annoyed paying

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        the freight for the cabinet. I gave specific instructions to send it prepaid. I have also spoken to them about packing, and I am only glad that at least it arrived safely. It is so hard to make people understand sometimes, or have them do what you want them to do.

        With best wishes and kindest regards, in which Mrs. Schaffer joins me, I am

        Yours most sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        ASS:RS

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.004 SC07.01.1.004
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        June 2, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.005 SC07.01.1.005
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 8, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.006 SC07.01.1.006
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        Aug. 3, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        Alexander S. Schaffer 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York August 3, 1936

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Thank you for your check on account and your kind inquiry about Mrs. Schaffer. She is feeling fine and is at the seashore at the present. I have given her your regards and she wishes to be remembered to you. She is getting along very nicely, but of course is anxiously awaiting the great event.

        Sorry to hear about the trouble you have with your servants and hope you will be able to solve it to your satisfaction.

        I have designed something myself for the little stand and am taking the liberty of going ahead with it, hoping that you will approve of it. It will be made of 14 karat gold, and will be larger than the one you had and entirely different, and will cost approximately $150.00. The only thing I am not certain about is the size, not having the egg here. I have to guess more or less from the old stand, and therefore would like very much to have the egg to take measurements.

        On second thought I don't think this will be necessary, as I expect to be in Washington next Tuesday, the 11th, when I would like to go out to your place for an hour or so, to see

        (over please)

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        your things, and at the same time I could measure the egg.

        I think I could be in Fredericksburg around 2:00 P.M. and then take a train about 5:00 P.M. back to New York, unless it is necessary for me to stop over at Washington until Wednesday.

        The heat is terrific in New York, and I am so glad that Mrs. Schaffer consented to go away.

        Hoping that my letter finds you in the best of health, with kindest regards from Mrs. Schaffer and myself,

        Sincerely yours, Alexanders S. Schaffer [signed]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.007 SC07.01.1.007
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        Aug. 14, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.008 SC07.01.1.008
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 7, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York October 7, 1936

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Just a line to let you know that I am planning to have an exhibit at my galleries, beginning November first, of the work of CARL FABERGE, and I thought you may be willing to loan me some of the lovely things you own. Although I really hate to put you to all this trouble, but maybe you could just have someone pack the things that you want to lend to me, and send them railway express, insured, at my expense.

        So far I have only borrowed the big Easter egg, but I do not know whether I will have anything else outside of my own things.

        Believe it or not, Paul is asking about you and sends his love, in which Mrs. Schaffer joins him.

        With kindest regards and best wishes,

        Cordially, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        ASS:RS

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.009 SC07.01.1.009
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 10, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.010 SC07.01.1.010
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        Oct. 27, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        Alexander S. Schaffer 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York October 27, 1936

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        I was so glad to receive your letter, as I was worried already that you may be ill, and that this was the reason that you did not come to New York as you planned. And judging from your letter, I was almost right, but I am glad to know that it isn't anything serious, and I hope that by the time this note reaches you, you will be in perfect condition again.

        I would not think of letting you make that trip to Washington. I would much rather wait until the 3d and then you could bring the things with you.

        Regarding the Egg, you have apparently forgotten that in one of my letters I have definitely promised it to you for September, and which I meant. Although it is now October, as you see I kept my promise, except for being late, which was beyond my control. I am sorry to learn that you cannot find a way of getting it at present. However, I must tell you this – should I be successful in making a substantial sale, I shall buy it back myself and then, needless to say, I will let you have it regardless of when you could pay for it. I only hope that they do not change their minds in the meanwhile.

        I could not buy it myself presently, because I have just paid a huge amount in duties for some fine things I have bought about a year ago. If not for

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        this, I would have probably settled the whole affair with them without even writing to you about it, because to get it back is my one ambition, and I would not worry about selling it again. I shouldn't have done it in the first place.

        With kindest regards and best wishes, and love from the family,

        Cordially, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.011 SC07.01.1.011
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Nov. 21, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.012 SC07.01.1.012
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 11, 1936
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.013 SC07.01.1.013
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        June 11, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.014 SC07.01.1.014
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 17, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York June 17, 1937

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        I am very sorry you didn't have a chance to come in while you were in New York, as I have some very beautiful pieces that I know you would have greatly enjoyed seeing.

        I am going abroad on Wednesday, the 23d, and will take some of them with me for a client in London. I don't know who long I will be. I hate to leave Mrs. Schaffer and the baby, but I guess I will have to.

        I am carefully packing and shipping the things to you, as I have them all photographed now. I am enclosing the photographs and the histories in the package.

        With kindest regards and best wishes,

        Sincerely yours, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.015 SC07.01.1.015
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 21, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

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        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York June 21, 1937

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        It was quite a shock to learn of your illness, but we are happy to read that the danger is over, and I can't tell you how glad we are that you are back home. We do hope that you will take good care of yourself so that you will get well and strong again, and never get ill again, ever.

        If I weren't going to Europe, I would pay you a visit to cheer you up by showing you some of the things, but as it is, it will have to wait. However, I will keep the choicest [underlined] for you.

        Mrs. Schaffer sends her love. Paul too made some sound, whatever he meant by it. Please do cheer us up as soon as possible, to tell us that you are better as we are still worried.

        With kindest regards and wishes for your speedy recovery,

        Sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.016 SC07.01.1.016
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Aug. 6, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.017 SC07.01.1.017
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Aug. 10, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

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        Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

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        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York August 10, 1937

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        It is good to know that someone else thinks as much of the baby as we do. I was glad to see that you have noticed how much he changed. It is quite true he is not a doll any more, but a boy, and does not look like either of us especially.

        I am glad you kept the two pins. The one in question is a spinel ruby and not a garnet. I received the pink one today.

        I am sending to you today by railway express, insured, a few very choice pieces, of which I am enclosing the tags. I know that you will have great pleasure in seeing them and sincerely hope that you can manage to keep some.

        Trusting that my letter finds you greatly improved (you didn't say anything about it in your letter), with kindest regards and best wishes from the whole family,

        Sincerely yours, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        ASS:RS

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.018 SC07.01.1.018
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Sep. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

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        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York

        September 1, 1937

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Thank you for your letter and check which I have received today.

        I was glad to read that you like the photos of the baby. He is a little imp but he is adorable. I know you will like him. He does look like his mother I think. Both send their love.

        The raspberry red gold mounted box that you mention, you already have in your collection. I have sold it to you before you went to Egypt and had it repaired during your absence. That is the only one I can think of. At any rate, I only have three Faberge pieces in raspberry red enamel in my whole collection. One is a little match case. One is a little perfume bottle and one is a seal.

        However, I am glad that we had this little confusion about the boxes, because at least it gave you an opportunity to see the little yellow enamel box which you decided to keep.

        I am looking forward to seeing you soon. With kindest regards and best wishes, I am

        Yours sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        ASS:RS

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.019 SC07.01.1.019
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 7, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

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        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York

        October 7, 1937

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        We are very much relieved that you have found the box. I would have felt miserable otherwise.

        I am enclosing the bill and the histories of the objects you have taken with you. In this bill is included the yellow enamel box which I have sent to you previously, and the two presentation icons that I am sending to you today by Railway Express, insured against all risks. Please let me know whether they reach you in good condition.

        I hope that the trip to New York did not tire you too much, and that I will have the pleasure of seeing you very soon again. I was sort of hoping that you could find time to see Paul, but I guess you just could not manage.

        Trusting that my letter finds you in the best of spirits, with kindest regards and best wishes from both of us, I am

        Yours sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        P.S. Mrs. Schaffer seems to think that you wanted the panagia with the jasper cameo of Christ. Please let me know whether I should keep it for you, as I myself am not certain.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.020 SC07.01.1.020
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 11, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.021 SC07.01.1.021
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 29, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.022 SC07.01.1.022
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Apr. 15, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.023 SC07.01.1.023
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Apr. 25, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.024 SC07.01.1.024
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        May 2, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.025 SC07.01.1.025
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        May 11, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York

        May 11, 1938

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        I am sorry for not answering your letter before this, but a freak accident kept me away for a few days. While moving furniture around at home, I dropped a small but heavy table full of books on one of my toes. It was quite painful, but I am glad to say that I think nothing serious will develop now.

        I am so sorry to read that you also have not been very well. I know it is not as easy to do as to say, but one should try not to let things upset one. Ones health is more important than anything else. At least I am trying to practice what I preach even if I do not always succeed.

        I sincerely hope that conditions will improve very soon now, which would make it so much easier for all of us. This depression did hit everybody I think. It's worse than in 1932, because now one cannot buy anything, yet it is very hard to sell or to collect money. At least in 1932, even if it was hard to sell, one could buy fine things at reasonable prices, and eventually good things always find a market.

        Of course I would not dream of taking interest from you for the money you owe me. I am convinced that if you could pay more than $500 a month, you would, and if you cannot, I certainly will wait rather than let you sacrifice any of the things that I know you love so much.

        Looking forward to the pleasure of seeing you soon, with kindest regards, I am

        Very sincerely yours, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        ASS:RS

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.026 SC07.01.1.026
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 3, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.027 SC07.01.1.027
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        July 1, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.028 SC07.01.1.028
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Aug. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York

        August 1, 1938

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Thank you for your kind letter and check on account.

        I was most sorry to hear that you were ill, and I am glad to know that you are up and around again. Please do take care of yourself. Remember, we need your help for Paul's wedding.

        It is remarkable how time flies! He is growing every day and you will find that he is not the little baby you have seen. Of course, we still think he's very sweet and lovable.

        We are on the beach and would enjoy it very much except that there's a plague of mosquitoes which is not very pleasant, but we hope that they'll disappear soon.

        With kindest regards and love from the family,

        Sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signature]

        ASS:RS

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.029 SC07.01.1.029
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Aug. 12, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.030 SC07.01.1.030
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 4, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.031 SC07.01.1.031
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Nov. 2, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York

        November 2, 1938

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Thank you for your letter of the 1st and check on account. I am glad that business is on the upswing. It's about time – we all need it, and with the war scare behind us, we may be looking forward to better times.

        Have you seen on page 219 of the October Connoisseur the editorial about my topaz Fabergé vase? I know you will be thrilled to see it, but the description will give you some idea of its beauty. If you haven't this copy, I have an extra one and will be glad to send it to you.

        Paul and Mrs. Schaffer send their love. You should hear him talking – a mile a minute – and most of the time we don't know what he's talking about.

        I hope the weather there has been just as nice as it has been in New York, although I think it might be better for business if the cold weather would set in.

        With kindest regards, Sincerely yours, A.S. Schaffer [signed]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.032 SC07.01.1.032
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Apr. 3, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.033 SC07.01.1.033
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Apr. 21, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.034 SC07.01.1.034
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        May 6, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.035 SC07.01.1.035
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        May 29, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.036 SC07.01.1.036
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 2, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.037 SC07.01.1.037
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 19, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.038 SC07.01.1.038
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 30, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.039 SC07.01.1.039
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        Aug. 1, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.040 SC07.01.1.040
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Sep. 1, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.041 SC07.01.1.041
        A. Schaffer to Pratt (enclosure from Macomber and Company)
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 20, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.042 SC07.01.1.042
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 31, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.043 SC07.01.1.043
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 18, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.044 SC07.01.1.044
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 29, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.045 SC07.01.1.045
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Apr. 1, 1940
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.046 SC07.01.1.046
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        May 1, 1940
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.047 SC07.01.1.047
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Sep. 3, 1940
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.048 SC07.01.1.048
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Nov. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.049 SC07.01.1.049
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 11, 1940
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.050 SC07.01.1.050
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Mar. 31, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.051 SC07.01.1.051
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        May 1, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.052 SC07.01.1.052
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 3, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.053 SC07.01.1.053
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        June 18, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.054 SC07.01.1.054
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        June 23, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.055 SC07.01.1.055
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        July 3, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.056 SC07.01.1.056
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Aug. 4, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.057 SC07.01.1.057
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Sep. 3, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.058 SC07.01.1.058
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.059 SC07.01.1.059
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Nov. 1, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.060 SC07.01.1.060
        A. Schaffer to Pratt (enclosure retirement notice)
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        Nov. 13, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.061 SC07.01.1.061
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 8, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.062 SC07.01.1.062
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        2 pages
        Dec. 8, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.064 SC07.01.1.064
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 15, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York

        December 15, 1941

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        I have just received your letter of the 14th, and hasten to let you know that the egg arrived safely. Before I forget, my home address is: 117-01 Park Lane South Kew Gardens, L. I., N. Y. Building A, Apartment 2-B.

        I am sorry you cannot afford to keep the red and emerald egg. Would you kindly return the parchment #2753? I must have misunderstood about the jade chest egg. I am enclosing an itemized bill as requested.

        The silver tray will be packed and shipped to you as soon as possible, and if I haven't sold the necklaces before the end of the year, I will return them to you. I think I told you that I sold the bracelet and the icon.

        With kindest regards and very best wishes for a happy Christmas and New Year, in which the family joins me,

        Sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed]

        ASS:RS P. S. The parchment just arrived. Thank you.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.065 SC07.01.1.065
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Dec. 30, 1941
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747 Cable Address "Russianart"

        [double-headed eagle emblem]

        Russian Imperial Treasures, Inc. "The Schaffer Collection" 15 West 50th Street Rockefeller Center New York

        December 30, 1941

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Thank you for your kind letter and check on account.

        We have just finished packing and will be out by tomorrow. Let's hope it is all for the best!

        We both want to thank you for your good wishes, and to express our sincere gratitude for having had the good fortune to acquire a friend like you.

        We do hope to be able to see you every now and then. If we go down south, we might even surprise you for a short visit. (should we decide to drive).

        With kindest regards, and very best wishes for the truly happiest New Year you have ever had, and with love from the family,

        Sincerely, Alexander S. Schaffer [signed] Alexander S. Schaffer

        ASS:RS

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.066 SC07.01.1.066
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Jan. 21, 1942
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.067 SC07.01.1.067
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        Nov. 21, 1945
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, A La Vieille Russie, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Royal warrant seal] "BY APPOINTMENT TO H.M. THE KING OF EGYPT"

        [Royal warrant seal] "BY APPOINTMENT TO H.M. THE KING OF SWEDEN"

        A La Vieille Russie Incorporated 785 Fifth Avenue, New York El Dorado 5-6889

        November 21, 1945

        Mrs. John Lee Pratt P. O. Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt:

        Please forgive me for not answering your letter of the 14th at once, but I wanted to receive the articles before writing to you.

        I am enclosing a receipt for them. They all arrived in good condition including the flower.

        Regarding the Globe Flowers, there was one stem without jade leaves. That is the way it was made. It is all complete so you needn't worry about it.

        I am glad you like the little blue velvet stand. I am indeed sorry that you could not manage to visit us during your last visit. I do hope you can do so when you come again.

        With kindest regards and best wishes, I am, Cordially yours,

        Alexander S. Schaffer [signed] Alexander S. Schaffer

        ENC. ASS:GMD

        Cable: Russianart, New York Established 1851 18 Faubourg St., Honore, Paris

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.068 SC07.01.1.068
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        June 4, 1946
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, A La Vieille Russie, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Royal warrant seal] "BY APPOINTMENT TO H.M. THE KING OF EGYPT"

        [Royal warrant seal] "BY APPOINTMENT TO H.M. THE KING OF SWEDEN"

        A La Vieille Russie Incorporated 785 Fifth Avenue, New York El Dorado 5-6889

        June 4, 1946

        Mrs. John L. Pratt P. O. Box 118 Fredericksburg, Virginia

        Dear Mrs. Pratt:

        The man who bought the Faberge Easter Egg which you always said you should have bought and which you didn't because I discouraged you, was in today. He wants to sell the Egg for $12,000.00, federal tax included.

        He claims that someone else also wants to buy the Egg, so I decided to let you know at once in case you are interested. He is not in need of money so I think you could have about six months in which to pay for it.

        Please do not misunderstand me - I don't want to be a salesman in this case but you did mention several times how sorry you were that you didn't buy it. Therefore, I do want you to have a chance to do so if you are still interested.

        With kindest regards and best wishes, I am, Sincerely,

        Alexander S. Schaffer [signed] Alexander S. Schaffer

        ASS:GMD

        Cable: Russianart, New York Established 1851 18 Faubourg St., Honore, Paris

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.069 SC07.01.1.069
        A. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Alexander S.
        1 page
        May 6, 1947
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, A La Vieille Russie, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 1 Item: SC07.01.1.070 SC07.01.1.070
        Original envelopes (9)
        Schaffer, Alexander S.undated
        Paper
        Envelopes
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

  • SC-07-01.2
    Series 1.2: Ray Schaffer Correspondence
    1937-1947
    • Folder 2
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.001 SC07.01.2.001
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        1 page
        July 1, 1937
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.002 SC07.01.2.002
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        2 pages
        Nov. 19, 1938
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.003 SC07.01.2.003
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        1 page
        Feb. 3, 1942
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747

        Cable Address "Russianart"

        Alexander S. Schaffer 117-01 Park Lane So. Kew Gardens, L.I. New York

        February 3, 1942

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Many thanks for your very kind letter and check on account.

        Well, we still haven't left New York, but if all goes well, should be on the way in a few days. Unless I write in the meantime, I think it would be best to send your next check to Kew Gardens.

        Alex has been away for a few days rest. He should be back very shortly, but I didn't want to delay writing to you.

        The children are very well. I have a new governess for them, and that's one of the reasons it's taken us longer to get away. I didn't want to take them with us, as it would have been too much for them, and no rest for anybody, and I couldn't leave them until I was absolutely sure that everything was running smoothly at home.

        I hope that we'll be seeing you soon.

        Peter and Paul send their love, as do I.

        Sincerely, Ray Schaffer [signed]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.004 SC07.01.2.004
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        2 pages
        Apr. 10, 1942
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.005 SC07.01.2.005
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        1 page
        Apr. 24, 1942
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Telephone Circle 7-0747

        Cable Address "Russianart"

        Alexander S. Schaffer 117-01 Park Lane So. Kew Gardens, N. Y.

        April 24, 1942

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Thank you very much for your check and letter. I do appreciate it.

        My husband just went away for a few days to recuperate, as he is still not up to par.

        Yes, the place that you saw near the Sherry-Netherland is where we have given our collection for sale, but so far they have sold few of our things. People seem to think however, that things will improve. Let's hope it will be soon.

        Love from us all,

        Cordially, Ray Schaffer [signed]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.006 SC07.01.2.006
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        1 page
        June 3, 1942
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.007 SC07.01.2.007
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        1 page
        July 5, 1942
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Handwritten letter]

        July 5, 1942

        Dear Mrs. Pratt,

        Many thanks for your nice letter and check on account.

        We just moved last Monday so I'm sure you can visualize how busy I've been and will forgive me for not having written before. Please overlook the stationery too, as I'm not even all unpacked!

        The children love it here and are thriving. I hope it will do Alex lots of good too, as he certainly needs it. He's still been very jumpy! As for me, I love it.

        I hope you are taking good care of yourself and keeping well.

        Love from us all,

        Ray Schaffer

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.008 SC07.01.2.008
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        2 pages
        Nov. 2, 1945
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.009 SC07.01.2.009
        Pratt to R. Schaffer
        Pratt, Lillian Thomas, 1876?
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1945
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Handwritten letter]

        Copy

        Dec. 4th '45

        My dear Mrs. Schaffer –

        Herewith my check for two hundred eighty-five dollars in full payment of account. When you acknowledge please mention the amount, and that it is in full payment for my files. Thank you and Mr. Schaffer for your kindness. A great weight is off my shoulders.

        Tell Mr. Schaffer I will pay for the Globe Flower and paper-cutter as soon as I can. My Income Tax on the 15th will leave me a very small balance for December.

        Kindest regards, Sincerely yours,

        (Signed) Lillian T. Pratt

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.010 SC07.01.2.010
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        2 pages
        Dec. 7, 1945
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 2 Item: SC07.01.2.011 SC07.01.2.011
        R. Schaffer to Pratt
        Schaffer, Ray
        2 pages
        Mar. 13, 1947
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

  • SC-07-01.3
    Series 1.3: Invoices
    1934-1945, undated
    • Folder 3
      Schaffer Collection
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.001 SC07.01.3.001
        73/44, 38, 23
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.002 SC07.01.3.002
        70, D2
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1934
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.003 SC07.01.3.003
        86, 5, 36
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 4, 1934
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.004 SC07.01.3.004
        461, 462, 463, 558, 181, 150, 309
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        461, 462, 463, 558, 181, 150, 309


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100562473/   101652450.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.005 SC07.01.3.005
        572, AS26, 438, 504, 571, 760, 774, 780, 598, 417, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, 430, 431, 432, 435, 436, 437, 445, 447, 449, 450, 458, 459, 639, 673, 676, 779, 779A
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 1, 1935
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        572, AS26, 438, 504, 571, 760, 774, 780, 598, 417, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428, 429, 430, 431, 432, 435, 436, 437, 445, 447, 449, 450, 458, 459, 639, 673, 676, 779, 779A


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100562605/   101652451.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.006 SC07.01.3.006
        110, 905, 909, 904, 911, 907, 908, 901, 893, 888, 912, 894, 1017, 1041, 1049
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Nov. 1, 1935
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        110, 905, 909, 904, 911, 907, 908, 901, 893, 888, 912, 894, 1017, 1041, 1049


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100562738/   101652453.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.007 SC07.01.3.007
        1006, 972, 1043, 1176
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 2, 1936
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.008 SC07.01.3.008
        1088, 1097, 37, 991, 1306, 982, 987, 478, 482, 1166, 1035, 537, 476, 804, 1189, 1291, 986
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 1, 1936
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        1088, 1097, 37, 991, 1306, 982, 987, 478, 482, 1166, 1035, 537, 476, 804, 1189, 1291, 986


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100562936/   101652455.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.009 SC07.01.3.009
        533, 1317, 535, 1167
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 3, 1936
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.010 SC07.01.3.010
        533, 1317, 535, 1167 Duplicate
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 3, 1936
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        533, 1317, 535, 1167 Duplicate


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563135/   101652457.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.011 SC07.01.3.011
        1359
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 10, 1936
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.012 SC07.01.3.012
        1101, 539, 997, 509, 989, 481, 536, 480, 665, 538, 477, 479, 75, 1350, 1315, 1075, 1078, 1073, 1317
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 1-Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        1101, 539, 997, 509, 989, 481, 536, 480, 665, 538, 477, 479, 75, 1350, 1315, 1075, 1078, 1073, 1317


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563267/   101652459.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.013 SC07.01.3.013
        1597, 1537, 1562, 1575, 1578, 182, 1589, 1549, 1464, 1546
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 1, 1937
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        1597, 1537, 1562, 1575, 1578, 182, 1589, 1549, 1464, 1546


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563399/   101652460.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.014 SC07.01.3.014
        G.3, G.5, G.8, G.13, G.14, G.16, 1556, 1573, 1576, 1580, 1661, 1736, 1737, 2237, 2238
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        G.3, G.5, G.8, G.13, G.14, G.16, 1556, 1573, 1576, 1580, 1661, 1736, 1737, 2237, 2238


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563465/   101652461.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.015 SC07.01.3.015
        1479, 1524, 1543, 1735, 2247, 2278, 2281
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 1-June 1, 1939
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        1479, 1524, 1543, 1735, 2247, 2278, 2281


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563597/   101652462.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.016 SC07.01.3.016
        "Vulture, frame, frame, egg, parrot," handwritten list with prices on Hotel McAlpin stationary
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        [Apr. 1-June 1, 1939]
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        "Vulture, frame, frame, egg, parrot," handwritten list with prices on Hotel McAlpin stationary


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563663/   101652463.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.017 SC07.01.3.017
        Rock crystal handle
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 16, 1939
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.018 SC07.01.3.018
        G.22, 1509, 1568, 1591, 2136, 2243, 1934, 1956
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 30-Sep. 1, 1939
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        G.22, 1509, 1568, 1591, 2136, 2243, 1934, 1956


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563861/   101652465.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.019 SC07.01.3.019
        1182, 778, 1183, 906, 1343, 1367, 1345, 1364
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 2-Nov. 1, 1939
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        1182, 778, 1183, 906, 1343, 1367, 1345, 1364


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100563993/   101652466.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.020 SC07.01.3.020
        798, 1205
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Nov. 1-Dec. 28, 1939
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.021 SC07.01.3.021
        One cabinet, complete, including packing and shipping
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 26, 1939
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        One cabinet, complete, including packing and shipping


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100564257/   101652468.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.022 SC07.01.3.022
        2299, 2340, 2419
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 28, 1939-Feb. 1, 1940
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.023 SC07.01.3.023
        2322, 2323, 2326
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 1-Mar. 1, 1940
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.024 SC07.01.3.024
        2353, L-14, Gold stand
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 1, 1940
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.025 SC07.01.3.025
        2497, 2496, 2325, 2498
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1-June 1, 1940
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.026 SC07.01.3.026
        2453, 2421, 1569, 1546
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 1-Aug. 1, 1940
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.027 SC07.01.3.027
        1022, 2279, G.25, 1749, 2297, 2300
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 3, 1940-Feb. 1, 1941
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        1022, 2279, G.25, 1749, 2297, 2300


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100564653/   101652474.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.028 SC07.01.3.028
        2692, 2691
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1941
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.029 SC07.01.3.029
        2445, 2454, 2455, 2456, 2460, 2465, 2470, 2472, 2457, 2461, 2467, 2474, 2464, 2468
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1-June 2, 1941
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        2445, 2454, 2455, 2456, 2460, 2465, 2470, 2472, 2457, 2461, 2467, 2474, 2464, 2468


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100564785/   101652476.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.030 SC07.01.3.030
        2445, 2454, 2455, 2456, 2460, 2465, 2470, 2472, 2457, 2461, 2467, 2474, 2464, 2468 Duplicate
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1-June 2, 1941
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        2445, 2454, 2455, 2456, 2460, 2465, 2470, 2472, 2457, 2461, 2467, 2474, 2464, 2468 Duplicate


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100564851/   101652477.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.031 SC07.01.3.031
        Gold bracelet, lapis and gold necklace, turquoise necklace with credit attachments
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 6, 1941
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        Gold bracelet, lapis and gold necklace, turquoise necklace with credit attachments


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100564917/   101652478.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.032 SC07.01.3.032
        2821
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 24, 1941
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.033 SC07.01.3.033
        2524, 93
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 1-Dec. 29, 1941
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.034 SC07.01.3.034
        1326
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 2, 1942-Dec. 1, 1944
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.035 SC07.01.3.035
        1326 Duplicate
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 2, 1942-Dec. 1, 1944
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.036 SC07.01.3.036
        X-1937
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 23, 1944
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.037 SC07.01.3.037
        1763, 2723, JZ-1, JZ-2, JZ-3, JZ-4
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 30, 1944-Jan. 31, 1945
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        1763, 2723, JZ-1, JZ-2, JZ-3, JZ-4


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100565445/   101652484.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.038 SC07.01.3.038
        2786
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Jan. 31-Apr. 2, 1945
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.039 SC07.01.3.039
        2722, 2859, 2882, 2868, 2869, 2870
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2-June 1, 1945
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        2722, 2859, 2882, 2868, 2869, 2870


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100565577/   101652486.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.040 SC07.01.3.040
        2568, 2680, 1044, 2657
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 1-Sep. 1, 1945
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.041 SC07.01.3.041
        2675, 2525, 2651, 1578, Star ruby ring
        A La Vieille Russie (Firm)
        1 page
        Sep. 1-Nov. 8, 1945
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        2675, 2525, 2651, 1578, Star ruby ring


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100565709/   101652488.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.042 SC07.01.3.042
        2433, 2891
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Nov. 7, 1945
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, A La Vieille Russie

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.043 SC07.01.3.043
        X.2366, X.2367, X.2368
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Nov. 21, 1945
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

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        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.045 SC07.01.3.045
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.046 SC07.01.3.046
        1085, 980, 1167
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.047 SC07.01.3.047
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
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        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.048 SC07.01.3.048
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
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        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.049 SC07.01.3.049
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.050 SC07.01.3.050
        "Handles," handwritten list with prices
        Schaffer Collection
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        "Handles," handwritten list with prices


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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 3 Item: SC07.01.3.051 SC07.01.3.051
        Original envelope
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        Envelopes
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #D2. Bronze commemoration medal portraying Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, and Alexandra Feodorovna, his wife. On the reverse side of the medal can be seen the Russian Imperial eagle and the emblem of the Republic of France, and the following inscription: "Visite en France de Leurs Majestes L'Empereur et L'Imperatrice de Russie. Cherbourg. Paris. Chalons. 5-9 Octobre, 1896." On the bottom is a beautifully chased wreath of various flowers and ribbon. It was struck on the occasion of their visit to France in 1896, and is signed by the artist "J.C. Chaplain." $30.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.002 SC07.01.4.002
        G.3
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] G. 3. Rectangular miniature picture frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is executed in gold on silver bearing a ground of rose colored enamel. Borders of wreath design frame the enameled ground and around the opening for a picture is enclosed with beadwork. Bears a piece of beveled plate glass to cover the picture and is paneled with ivory. Signed "FABERGE". $300.00 From the Youssapoff Collection. Originally it was presented to the Princess Youssapoff by the Empress Maria Feodorovna.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.003 SC07.01.4.003
        G.5
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] G. 5. Miniature picture frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is executed in unusually small dimensions in solid gold with a jade center surrounding the tiny opening for a picture. Concentric fluted gold rims separate these areas. The jade is of a dark spotted green and in contrast to it a pale mauve enamel is employed everlaid [sic] by an interweaving green-gold wreath. At top a ribbon with bow and loose ends is fixed bearing a ruby in the center. It is mounted with a gold easel. $275.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.004 SC07.01.4.004
        G.8 (2 tags)
        Schaffer Collection
        2 items
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #G. 8. A miniature icon by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian court jeweler. It is in the form of triptych and very simply on the exterior is paneled with a dark wood bearing a four-petaled catch centered by an emerald. It opens to disclose a solid gold interior. The three panels are executed in a brilliant yellow gold bearing three Russian arch-shaped panels bordered by pearls. The yellow-gold ground bears arabesques of the filigree and studded at significant points in the design are emeralds, rubies, sapphires, and diamonds. The central panel frames "The Resurrection". Against a dark background the figure of Christ appears holding aloft a pennant. His form radiates light and in the foreground two angels kneel. It is an extremely small painting even for a miniature but is complete in every detail. At top there is the Russian cross studded with emeralds and rubies. $1500.00 The inscription is as follows: Left panel: "Resurrection of Thine, O Christ, Savior, about which the Angels sing in Heaven. Right panel: and we on Earth try to be worthy to glorify Thee."

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.005 SC07.01.4.005
        G.13
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #G. 13. Dome-shaped jade push button by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. In the classic French style adapted by Faberge, the jade is of a dark green color cut into relief with rows of small rococo scrolls curving up over the top to join a central motif bearing the button. The button is a cabochon-cut ruby set in a nine-petaled mounting of diamonds. The jade is mounted in solid gold of a bright yellow color and following in this style is finely chased with flutings which are crossed with evenly spaced ribbons. Mounted on three short feet in the form of rococo scrolls. $650.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.006 SC07.01.4.006
        G.14
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #G. 14. Gold-mounted jade calendar device by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. In the form of a rectangular piece of dark translucent green jade it is designed in his classic manner and mounted with gold-gilt back and easel. At the top swags of green gold are contrasted with a reddish gold, the latter taking the form of crossed ribbons and exuberant ribbon bows, a larger one in the center and two smaller ones flanking it. In the very center two oval openins [sic] bear red enameled mounts which have the numbers for the day of the month and these are changeable each day by clicking the buttons on either side. Below on a set of gold gilt plaques the months are engraved and held in place by red enamel and moonstone mounts. Signed "Faberge". $1200.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.007 SC07.01.4.007
        G.16
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #G. 16 Large jade Easter egg mounted in gold gilt silver by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. Of a fine green jade bearing a spotting of a darker green, the stone is cut out to paper-like thinness, making it translucent. Mounted in a bright yellow gold gilt silver, and bearing ruby catches with which to open it. $450.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.008 SC07.01.4.008
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #5. Gold and silver vodka cup with dates "1894-1904" inlaid in blue enamel and surmounted by gold crown which is studded with diamonds. From the personal belongings of Czar Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, to whom it was presented by his wife, Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, on the tenth anniversary of his reign. It is signed by the well-known master "Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $300.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.009 SC07.01.4.009
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #23 Very fine gold and silver frame beautifully enameled in lavender on one side and grayish-blue on the other. It contains a photograph on one side of Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch, and on the other, a photograph of his wife, the Grand Duchess Elizabeth. Signed and dated 1909. (After the revolution, Czar Nicholas II abdicated in favor of his brother, the Grand Duke Michael, but the latter declined to become Czar of Russia.) The frame is designed by "Fabergé", famous court jeweler to the Czar. It is an exceptionally good example of his fine work. From the personal belongings of Czar Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $240.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #36 Small round gold frame with beautiful green translucent enamel, containing a small round photograph of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, holding in her arms the Grand Duchess Tatiana, her second daughter. The photograph is surrounded by pearls. The frame bears evidence of the artistry of the famous court jeweler, "Fabergé", by whom it is signed. The back is of ivory. From the personal belongings of Grand Duchess Tatiana. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 2354. $240.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.011 SC07.01.4.011
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #38 Gold and silver frame with grayish-blue enamel panel with sunray effect. In center, round photograph of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, surmounted by Roman ten (X), studded with diamonds. It is signed by the well-known master "Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. The back is of ivory. This was a present from the Czarina to the Czar on the tenth anniversary of their marriage. From his personal belongings at the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $150.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.012 SC07.01.4.012
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #70 Unusual photograph taken during the World War in one of the hospitals, portraying the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, seated on a chair in the center, sewing. Behind her can be seen the Grand Duchess Olga and the Grand Duchess Tatiana, dressed in nurses uniforms. They are surrounded by wounded officers and members of the hospital staff. The photograph has the original frame, the simplicity of which is surprising, and is from the personal belongings of Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Nicholas II. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 1955. $60.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.013 SC07.01.4.013
        73/44
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #73/44 Ivory finished birch frame with gold and silver bead mounting, and crown in top center, containing a group photograph of the Russian Imperial family, portraying the late Czar, Nicholas II; his wife, Alexandra Feodorovna; at their knees, seated, Alexei Nicholaievitch, the Czarevitch; standing in the back, Grand Duchess Olga and Grand Duchess Tatiana; on the left, Grand Duchess Marie; and on the right, seated on a chair, Grand Duchess Anastasia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 10369a. $120.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.014 SC07.01.4.014
        75.WM
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [doubleheaded eagle] #75.WM Cream leather frame with beautiful gold tooling and crown, top center, containing a photograph of the Grand Duchesses Olga and Tatiana. [from "containing" on, words are scratched through] The frame was made by A. Peterson at St. Petersburg, by appointment to the Czar of Russia. From the Winter Palace, where it was catalogued under #430/2. $36.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.015 SC07.01.4.015
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #86 Unusually fine icon portraying "St. Panteleimon" in a very fine gold and siver frame richly enameled. A fine example of the work of "Kuzmechev", (By Appointment to the Czar of Russia.) On the back of the icon is a large silver plaque with engraved inscription which reads as follows: "Blessing from the Monastery of St. Martyr and Healer Panteleimon on the Sacred Mount Athos. To His Imperial Highness Heir Apparent and Czarevitch Grand Duke Alexis Nicholaievitch for Divine Assistance and Protection. October 5, 1904." From the bedroom of the Czarevitch, at the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 33. $1,000.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.016 SC07.01.4.016
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        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #93 Gold and silver unusually fine icon portraying "Madonna and Child" and 9 saints in miniature as follows: 1 - St. Peter – Metropolitan of Moscow 2 – St. Alexis - " " " 3 – St. Ivann - " " " 4 - St. Prince Michael 5 – St. Boyard Theodor 6 – St. Dimitry the Blessed 7 – St. Vasily the Blessed (In whose name the famous church in Moscow was built by Ivann the Terrible. The church upon completion was so beautiful, that the Czar, fearing that it might be duplicated, had the architect blinded.) 8 – St. Michael the Martyr 9 – St. Ivann the Clairvoyant In a most unusually fine hand-made frame with beautiful enamel inlay and various Ural stones. It also bears a nameplate which reads as follows: "To His Imperial Highness Czarevitch and Grand Duke Alexis Nicholaievitch from the Nobility of Nijni Novgorod." It was made by "Chlebnikoff" (By Appointment to the Russian Royal family.) It is from the bedroom of the Czarevitch at the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 70. $3,500.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.017 SC07.01.4.017
        477
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #477 Very lovely cane holder, of crystal, with fine enameling, and gold mounting, and studded with diamonds. Made by the famous court jeweler "Faberge" (By Appointment to the Czar of Russia.) From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Czar Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $150.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.018 SC07.01.4.018
        479
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #479 Very beautiful rock crystal parasol handle mounted in beautifully chased gold and enameled in soft shades of blue and studded with two rows of oriental pearls. Made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Faberge" (By Appointment to the Czar of Russia), who was often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th century. From the private collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $350.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.019 SC07.01.4.019
        480
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #480 Very fine cane handle enameled in white. With gold striped and two Roman tens (X), enameled in orange. Made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Faberge", who was often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th century. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $250.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.020 SC07.01.4.020
        481
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #481 Very fine cane handle made of Russian nephrite (jade), mounted in gold and enameled in a beautiful red translucent enamel, in spiral design. With two rows of diamonds. Made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Faberge", who was often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century." Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $350.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.021 SC07.01.4.021
        509
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #509 Very fine parasol handle of amethyst, carved with a spiral design. Gold mounting and two rows of diamonds. Enameled in a lovely shade of translucent pink in a woven effect. It is the creation of the famous Russian artist "Carl Faberge", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. He was often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th century because of his unusually fine craftsmanship. Originally in the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $200.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.022 SC07.01.4.022
        534
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #534 Very fine parasol handle made of a solid piece of amethyst, with most unusual gold and silver mounting. Made by the famous Russian artist "Carl Faberge", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who was often referred to as the "Cellini" of the 19th century. From the collection of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $250.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.023 SC07.01.4.023
        536
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #536 Very fine cane handle made of Russian nephrite (jade), with gold mounting, very finely chased and hammered. Made by the famous Russian artist "Carl Faberge", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who was often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century." From the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $300.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.024 SC07.01.4.024
        538
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #538 Unusual parasol handle made of Russian nephrite (jade), with very fine gold mounting in the shape of a serpent coiled around the handle. Made by the famous Russian artist "Carl Faberge", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who was often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century." From the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $150.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.025 SC07.01.4.025
        539
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #539 Unusual red/Russian nephrite cane handle, in the shape of duck's head. With gold mounting, enameled in green and white, and set with diamonds. Made by the famous Russian artist "Carl Faberge", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who was often referred to as "The Cellini of the 19th century." From the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $350.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.026 SC07.01.4.026
        665
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #665 An exceptionally fine gold and silver oval miniature icon (panagia), bearing in center beautifully painted portrait of "Madonna and Child" in enamel, and framed with filigree work which is filled with shaded enamel showing tulips and other flowers, in the center of each of which topazes and garnets alternate. Surmounted by crown which has two aquamarines one topaz and one garnet. Made by the House of Nemirova Kolodrina (By Appointment to the Russian Royal Family.) Moscow. From the private belongings of Czarina Alexendra [sic] Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $325.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.027 SC07.01.4.027
        989
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #989 Exquisite little octagonal nephrite box mounted with gold, and having hinged lid minutely chased with cherubs and flower garlands in low relief. It is bordered with an egg and dart motif and tiny beadwork of classical derivation, while the canted sides are set with alternating rows of diamonds and rubies. The craftsmanship displayed in this piece adequately shows the reason why Carl Faberge is often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century." From the Collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $450.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.028 SC07.01.4.028
        997
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #997 Exceptionally fine circular cigarette container of gold and silver, enameled in brilliant translucent red and ornamented with swags and ribbons done in two shades of gold. At top and bottom there are finely fluted borders with crossed ribbons at intervals. It is by Carl Faberge, court jeweler to Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, and who is often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century." $350.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.029 SC07.01.4.029
        1073
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1073 Exceptionally beautiful and rare [scratched out "graphite" and ?] jade (handwritten) frame mounted with gold borders in pure classical taste composed with a meticulously chased wreath design in two shades of gold around the outside and surmounted at the top by a ribbon and bow enrichment. A finely fluted border frame the picture (handwritten), while on the [nephrite scratched out] jade (handwritten) margin green gold festoons are attached to reddish gold rosettes. A superb example of the fastidious workmanship lavished upon the small creations of Carl Faberge, celebrated court Jeweler to the Court of Russia. This example aptly illustrates Faberge's unique use of the rare semi-precious stons [sic] which were found in the Russian Impire [sic]. [Scratched through: In original Hollywood case] From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $750.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.030 SC07.01.4.030
        1075
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1075 Circular gold picture frame of the most exquisite and delicate workmanship chased with a shimmering "guilloche" pattern and enameled rich translucent amethyst. The circular opening is bordered with pearls while the outside is finely chased with a wreath design executed in two shades of gold. The back is paneled with ivory. [In original case - scratched through] Signed by Carl G. Faberge, famous jeweler to the Imperial Court of Russia, [and who has so often been referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century." – scratched through] From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $450.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.031 SC07.01.4.031
        1078
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1078 Exceptionally beautiful gold and silver picture frame of most unusual size enameled in translucent sky-blue over a scintillating chased (guilloche) surface. The broad enamel border is framed on the inside by a beadwork edge and on the outside by a delicately chased wreath design. At top laurel leaf festoons of classical inspiration are caught by rosettes and held in the middle by an elaborately wrought bow and ribbon enrichment. [crossed out: The frame contains a photograph portraying Czar Nicholas II and King George V of England, his cousin, and the two heirs to the throne, the Prince of Wales of England and the Czarevitch Alexis of Russia.] The fine craftsmanship displayed in this example typifies the work of Carl G. Faberge, celebrated court Jeweler to the Imperial Russian Family. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. [$600.00 scratched through] 450 handwritten

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.032 SC07.01.4.032
        1101
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1101 Exceptionally beautiful and rare gold (handwritten) miniature icon depicting the "Holy Virgin and Child Enthroned" set in an oval frame meticulously carved and chased with roses and emerald green leaves. The painting is of the most minute dimensions and is superbly painted with a perfection of details and beauty of characterization rarely achieved. At top an interesting attachment is mounted with a blue sapphire while from the bottom hang a pink ruby an emerald and a pearl [last phrase handwritten]. Mounted in a beautifully designed triptych of "Old Russian" design. [Scratched through: lined with an ancient piece of brocade]. Hinges conform to the design of the case and are in solid silver intricately chased. [An "X" appears here, referring to where the last paragraph at the end of the text should be inserted] From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $300.00 "X" - The icon bears an inscription meaning "Save and Protect". It is signed by the artist: "M. Chuknovsky".

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        1315
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1315 Very fine miniature picture frame delicately designed with fluted and wreath design borders enclosing a chased (guilloche) surface enameled brilliant orange. At the corners of the actual opening for the picture pearls are set in while on the enamel circular wreaths are mounted together with crossed arrows. By "Carl (G) Faberge," celebrated jeweler to the Russian Imperial court, who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century." $180.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.034 SC07.01.4.034
        1350
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1350 Paper knife of richly grained tortoise shell of unusual personal interest mounted with a solid gold facsimile reproduction of the inscription: "For Dear Alix (the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna) from Misha." (Grand Duke Michael, brother of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia). From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $150.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.035 SC07.01.4.035
        1556
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1556 Small silver triangle frame by CARL G. FABERGE the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, enameled in a brilliant Russian blue over a chased guilloche surface, the latter by its zigzag pattern emanating from the center, imparting an additional richness. The circular picture opening is bordered with pearls and set with a bevelled [sic] glass with the outside border in beadwork. Back with ivory and signed and in the original hollywood case bearing FABERGE'S name and the Russian eagle. [Last sentence crossed through] $350.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.036 SC07.01.4.036
        1573
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle} #1573 A small pin in the shape of the regular octagon executed in a brilliant yellow gold with chased (guilloché) surface in the form of a sunburst enameled translucent white. In the center of each of the eight sides a diamond is inset and in the very center surrounded by a laurel wreath the Roman number "ten" in diamonds signifies a tenth anniversary. Signed by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th Century." From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $300.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.037 SC07.01.4.037
        1576
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1576 A pin by CARL G. FABERGE in the Egyptian style formed of a large scarab cut from a spinel ruby enclosed with conventionalized lotus flowers in blue enamel with diamond stems, large diamond center and gold and silver mounting. A superb example of the work of the celebrated Russian Court jeweler who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th Century." From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $1200.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.038 SC07.01.4.038
        1580
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1580 An exceptionally beautiful Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE, executed in solid gold in his French classic style. It follows in technique the French 18th century gold snuff boxes with a ground of cobalt translucent enamel. Unlike most of Fabergé's surfaces, the chased (guilloche) pattern also follows the traditional type used on the snuff boxes, and is merely visible as faint rays on the enamel surface. Around the center there is a broad vari-colored gold band carved in a minute serpentine pattern together with leaves and berries enameled red and green, giving the appearance of tiny jewels. On top and bottom of the egg circular caps bear ten-pointed rosettes enameled in green. The three divisions are further enhanced by the addition of 3 bands of white matte enamel dots, one of which in the center row is a tiny diamond catch. As one opens the egg, the inscription may be seen: "Christ is Risen". In the original case bearing the name "Faberge". From the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $450.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.039 SC07.01.4.039
        1591
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1591 Small cushion-shaped box of gold and silver by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is executed entirely in canary yellow enameled over a chased (guilloche) surface and opens with a small pearl bordered lid having a ruby catch. Decorated on top with a diamond and ruby six-petaled flower which forms the center of the fine guilloche pattern. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. $300.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.040 SC07.01.4.040
        1661
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1661 Small solid gold handle with sharply curved top, by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is executed in Fabergé's classic style with three shades of gold employed. The shaft is delicately fluted and is overlaid with a green gold festoon and diamond rosette. About it, a delicately carved green gold wreath design is chased. From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $250.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.041 SC07.01.4.041
        1736
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1736 Jade parasol top mounted in gold by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is designed with fluted ball-shaped handle of a deep green jade set into a circular gold mounting chased in a plaid design and studded all over with rubies and diamonds. On the summit it bears a cabochon-cut ruby surrounded by a row of diamonds. From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $350.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.042 SC07.01.4.042
        1737
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #1737 Jade parasol top mounted in gold, by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is designed with slender handle in a deep green translucent jade set into a circular white enameled mounting. A green gold wreath is festooned around it and mounted on top with a fine moonstone. From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. $300.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.043 SC07.01.4.043
        2237
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #2237 Tiny solid gold oval box, by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is designed with alternating green and narrow blue enamel stripes, and bears on the cover an oval carnelian minutely engraved in the Arabic script with exerpts [sic] from the Koran. It is surrounded by a row of diamonds. Like all of Fabergé's boxes, the fit of cover to box is a notable example of his craftsmanship. Here also he has employed the hinges which appear on the finest 18th century gold snuff boxes. $850.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.044 SC07.01.4.044
        2238
        Schaffer Collection
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] #2238 Rare miniature Easter egg, by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian court jeweler. The egg form is executed in solid gold overlaid by settings of silver for the bands of diamonds which rise from the bottom and cover the lower portion of the egg. From these bands, tendrils arise, and entwining over the gold surface of the egg, are executed in diamonds. The bottom bears a brilliant cabochon-cut ruby. $250.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.01.4.045 SC07.01.4.045
        "Miniature gold and platinum charm in the form of a bulldog..."
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English

        "Miniature gold and platinum charm in the form of a bulldog…"


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100572991/   101652543.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle, no identification number] Miniature gold and platinum charm in the form of a bulldog. The collar is gold, and the eyes are rubies, while the body is set with ten large diamonds and many smaller ones. $250.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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    • Folder 4
      Schaffer Collection
      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 4 Item: SC07.01.4.046 SC07.01.4.046
        Original envelope
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Envelopes
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Rockefeller Ce [ripped] ekly FOR IMMEDIATE [ripped] O

        Alexander S. Schaffe [ripped] 15 West 50th Street [ripped]

        Center Publications, Inc. NEW YORK N Y

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  • SC-07-01.5
    Series 1.5: Item Descriptions
    1934-1945, undated
    • Folder 5
      Schaffer Collection
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.001 SC07.01.5.001
        572
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Jan. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York January 1, 1934 #572. Exceptionally fine "Fabergé" handle, made of an unusually formed beautiful green jade, enclosed in two gold gilt bands which are chased in a simple design. The top of the handle is studded with sixty-five various sized blue sapphires in a triangular setting. Set on a stick of very fine tortoise shell. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.002 SC07.01.5.002
        "A most unusual topaz brooch…"
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Jan. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English

        "A most unusual topaz brooch…"


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100573266/   101652546.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York January 1, 1934

        A most unusually fine topaz brooch in the shape of the face of a lion, with two rubies as eyes. The lion is holding in his mouth a large diamond, also gold ring, which is studded with seven smaller diamonds. It is mounted in beautifully chased and engraved gold wreath, which is decorated with various hunting implements executed in red gold. Originally among the possessions of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.003 SC07.01.5.003
        23
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 1, 1934 #23. Very fine gold and silver frame, beautifully enameled in lavender on one side and grayish-blue on the other. It contains a photograph on one side of Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch, and on the other, a photograph of his wife, the Grand Duchess Elizabeth, (Countess Brassov, morganatic wife of Grand Duke Michael.) Signed and dated 1909. (After the revolution, Czar Nicholas II abdicated in favor of his brother, the Grand Duke Michael, but the latter declined to become Czar of Russia.) The frame is signed by "Fabergé", famous court jeweler to the Czar. It is an exceptionally good example of his fine work. From the personal belongings of Czar Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.004 SC07.01.5.004
        23 Duplicate
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 1, 1934 #23. Very fine gold and silver frame, beautifully enameled in lavender on one side and grayish-blue on the other. It contains a photograph on one side of Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch, and on the other, a photograph of his wife, the Grand Duchess Elizabeth. Signed and dated 1909. (After the revolution, Czar Nicholas II abdicated in favor of his brother, the Grand Duke Michael, but the latter declined to become Czar of Russia.) The frame is signed by "Fabergé", famous court jeweler to the Czar. It is an exceptionally good example of his fine work. From the personal belongings of Czar Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.005 SC07.01.5.005
        38
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 1, 1934 #38. Gold and silver frame with grayish-blue enamel panel with sunray effect. In center, round photograph of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, surmounted by Roman ten (X), studded with diamonds. It is signed by the well-known master, "Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. The back is of ivory. This was a present from the Czarina to the Czar on the tenth anniversary of their marriage. From his personal belongings at the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.006 SC07.01.5.006
        73/44
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 1, 1934 #73/44. Ivory finished birch frame with gold and silver bead mounting, and crown in top center, containing a group photograph of the Russian Imperial family, portraying the late Czar, Nicholas II; his wife, Alexandra Feodorovna; at their knees, seated, Alexei Nicholaievitch, the Czarevitch; standing in the back, Grand Duchess Olga and Grand Duchess Tatiana; on the left, Grand Duchess Marie; and on the right, seated on a chair, the Grand Duchess Anastasia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 10369a. [handwritten: 12 1/8" hegl (?) x 14 5/8"]

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.007 SC07.01.5.007
        315
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Easter [Apr. 1], 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York Easter, 1934 #315. Porcelain Easter egg, bearing on one side the gold monogram and crown of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, and on the other, a small red cross. It was the custom of the Czarina to present these eggs to wounded officers, while she served as a nurse during the World War, as a token of Easter greetings. From the Winter Palace.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.008 SC07.01.5.008
        70
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York April 2, 1934 #70 Unusual photograph taken during the World War in one of the hospitals, portraying the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, seated on a chair in the center, sewing. Behind her can be seen the Grand Duchess Olga and the Grand Duchess Tatiana, dressed in nurses [sic] uniforms. They are surrounded by wounded officers and members of the hospital staff. The photograph has the original frame, the simplicity of which is surprising, and is from the personal belongings of Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Nicholas II. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo where it was catalogued under number 1955.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.009 SC07.01.5.009
        D2
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures April 2, 1934 #D2. Bronze commemoration medal portraying Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, and Alexandra Feodorovna, his wife. On the reverse side of the medal can be seen the Russian Imperial eagle and the emblem of the Republic of France, and the following inscription: "Visite en France de leurs Majestés L'Empereur et L'Imperatrice de Russie. Cherbourg. Paris. Chalons. 5-9 Octobre, 1896." On the bottom is a beautifully chased wreath of various flowers and ribbon. It was struck on the occasion of their visit to France in 1896, and is signed by the artist "J.C. Chaplain."

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.010 SC07.01.5.010
        86
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 30, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Imperial Russian Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York April 30, 1934 #86. Unusually fine icon portraying "St. Panteleimon" in a very fine gold and silver frame richly enameled. A fine example of the work of "Kuzmechev", (By Appointment to the Czar of Russia.) On the back of the icon is a large silver plaque with engraved inscription which reads as follows: "Blessing from the Monastery of St. Martyr and Healer Panteleimon on the Sacred Mount Athos. To His Imperial Highness Heir Apparent and Czarevitch Grand Duke Alexis Nicholaievitch for Divine Assistance and Protection. October 5, 1904." From the bedroom of the Czarevitch, at the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 33.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.011 SC07.01.5.011
        5
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 4, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York June 4, 1934 #5. Gold and silver vodka cup with dates "1894-1904" inlaid in blue enamel and surmounted by gold crown which is studded with diamonds. From the personal belongings of Czar Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, to whom it was presented by his wife, Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, on the tenth anniversary of his reign. It is signed by the well-known master "Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.012 SC07.01.5.012
        36
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        June 4, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York June 4, 1934 #36 Small round gold frame with beautiful green translucent enamel, containing a small round photograph of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, holding in her arms the Grand Duchess Tatiana [name underlined in pencil with ? following name], her second daughter. The photograph is surrounded by pearls. The frame bears evidence of the artistry of the famous court jeweler "Fabergé", by whom it is signed. The back is ivory. From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Tatiana. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under the number 2354.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.013 SC07.01.5.013
        461
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 28, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York July 28, 1934 #461 Most exceptionally fine miniature icon (panagia), painted in enamel in very beautiful soft tones which produce a most pleasing effect. Signed in the lower left corner. The icon portrays "St. George Slaying the Dragon", the Insignia of the Romanoff family. It is set in very fine gold and silver filigree work and is studded with rubies. It is mounted in highly polished holly wood, similar to the original fitted case which is lined with satin and bears the gold stamp of the House of Fabergé, typical of the beautiful boxes that Fabergé made for his creations. The icon is a fine example of the work of "Carl Fabergé", who was often referred to as the "Cellini" of the 19th century. From the private collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.014 SC07.01.5.014
        462
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 28, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York July 28, 1934 #462 A most unusual enamel miniature icon (panagia), portraying "Madonna and Child". It is mounted in a very beautiful gold and silver frame surmounted by crown and studded with turquoises and pearls of very good quality. From the private collection of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.015 SC07.01.5.015
        463
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 28, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures July 28, 1934 #463 A most unusual enamel miniature icon (panagia), portraying the "Madonna and Child". It is set in a very fine gold and silver frame inlaid with vari-colored enamel in very fine filigree work. Surmounted by crown and studded with pearls and garnets of very good quality. From the private collection of the Grand Duchess Olga, the eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.016 SC07.01.5.016
        558
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 28, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York September 28, 1934 #558 A most exceptionally fine silver bunny made from life by the well-known Russian jeweler, "Carl Fabergé", who was often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th century. It is made up of two sections; the head opens on a hinge, and the hollow inside was probably used for bonbons. The eyes of are Ural rubies. It is a very good example of this type of work that was made by this master craftsman. The life-like effect and charm, as well as the characteristically fine detail, will win one over readily to the many admirers that he already has all over the world, in both royal houses and humble alike. The bunny bears on the bottom a most exceptionally clear hallmark and signature "K. Fabergé," surmounted by Russian Imperial eagle, the date "1894", and the St. Petersburg hallmark. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.017 SC07.01.5.017
        150
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 3, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York December 3, 1934 #150 A most exceptional blue and silver brocade cope, with an all-over "Baroque" floral and leaf design woven in silver threads which will never tarnish, as they were treated with an unknown process which is today a lost art. It is bordered with a very fine hand-made silver lace of the period. Russian, 18th century. From the private collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.018 SC07.01.5.018
        309
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 3, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York December 3, 1934 #309 Very interesting gold gilt silver ice pail in the shape of a basket, executed in very fine detail, true to the fine workmanship of the well-known court silversmith, "Ovchinnikov", who made so many outstanding pieces for the Russian Royal family. It is signed and dated 1873. Originally in the Winter Palace.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.019 SC07.01.5.019
        597
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Christmas [Dec. 25], 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York Christmas, 1934 #597 A most unusual gold pin in the shape of a tree trunk, showing a snake coiled around the tree, hypnotizing a bird which is perched directly above. It is chased in very fine detail of vari-colored gold which is typical of Fabergé. Originally in the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.020 SC07.01.5.020
        504
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Jan. 2, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK January 2, 1935 #504 Very important gold and silver vase enameled in beautiful, rich coloring, which can hardly be described. One can scarcely distinguish the enamel from the various precious stones, such as emeralds, rubies, sapphires, pearls, etc., with which it is embellished, true to the splendor of a jewelled [sic] crown, which is incorporated in the design of the vase. It is the work of that outstanding master "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, and who was often referred to as the "Cellini" of the 19th century. It is one of his most outstanding creations and is signed on the bottom of the vase. From the Alexander Palace.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.021 SC07.01.5.021
        438
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 26, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York February 26, 1935 #438 Very fine miniature Easter egg, enameled in a translucent pink and studded with one large and two smaller sapphires and two diamonds mounted in gold. The work of Carl Faberge [sic], famous craftsman of the 19th century who was often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th century. From the private belongings of Olga Nicholaeovna, eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.022 SC07.01.5.022
        571
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 25, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 25, 1935 #571 Exceptionally beautiful parasol handle by Carl Faberge [sic], Court Jeweler of the Czar of Russia, often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th century. This fine specimen of Faberge's [sic] art shows the ingenuity and artistry of this master craftsman. The curved part of the handle, formed of a single piece of jade, is finely incised and mounted with rubies. The main body of it, a single piece of tortoise shell, polished and tapered, is connected by a fine gold and enamel mounting. This gold mounting, so typical of Faberge's [sic] art, is chased and enameled in a lovely translucent red, and ornamented by a fine design of festoons in yellow gold.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.023 SC07.01.5.023
        760
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 25, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 25, 1935 #760 Very fine gold gilt silver frame beautifully enameled in a rich cobalt and decorated with a wreath. Top surmounted by beautifully designed gold ribbon. The back is covered with Russian birch, finished to simulate ivory. Frame contains well-painted miniature portraying wife of Alexander II, grandfather of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.024 SC07.01.5.024
        774
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 25, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 25, 1935 #774 A most exceptionally fine gold gilt silver ash tray, beautifully chased and enameled in a very fine shade of canary yellow transparent enamel, supported by three ball feet; studded in the front with a beautiful round moonstone and an oval moonstone at the top of the handle. A fine example of the creations of the famous Russian Court Jeweler, Carl Faberge [sic], who was often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th Century. From the Alexander Palace.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.025 SC07.01.5.025
        780
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 25, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 25, 1935 #780 Very fine miniature carnelian Easter Egg, studded with three small rubies and diamonds mounted in gold. The work of Carl Faberge [sic], the famous craftsman of the 19th century who was often referred to as the Cellini of the 19th Century. From the private belongings of Olga Nicholaeovna, eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.026 SC07.01.5.026
        818
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Easter [Apr. 21], 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York Easter, 1935 #818 Very interesting white porcelain Easter egg with floral design, bearing monogram "A.F." surmounted by crown, standing for Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. Made in the Russian Imperial Porcelain Factory at St. Petersburg. The decoration of this porcelain Easter Egg is beautifully composed of a handsome wreath of roses going around the middle of the egg from one side of the monogram to the other. The roses, exquisitely painted in varying shades of magenta, together with the leaves, are bound about by a blue ribbon recurring at different intervals throughout the wreath. The monogram of the Czarina is finely rendered in gold laurel leaves, and with the crown, is placed in the center of an oval from which start symetrical [sic] borders in gold going around the egg.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.027 SC07.01.5.027
        417, 419, 420, 421, 639
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 2, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York May 2, 1935

        #417. Exceptionally fine miniature Easter egg made of lapis. #419. Miniature gold Easter egg, composed of three Russian semi-precious stones mounted in gold and set with three tiny rubies. #420. Miniature gold Easter egg in the shape of a cage, set with a turquoise. #421. Miniature gold Easter egg engraved in a spiral design and set with a band of blue sapphires. #639. Very interesting miniature Easter egg carved from a dark blue lapis lazuli with a gold ring. Made by the famous court jeweler, "Carl Fabergé". From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Anastasia, the youngest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.028 SC07.01.5.028
        422, 423, 424, 445, 447
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 2, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York May 2, 1935

        #422. Miniature gold Easter egg, beautifully enameled in white, and bearing the red cross. #423. Miniature Easter egg, made of a gray Russian semi-precious stone set on the bottom with a ruby and on the top mounted with a gold leaf. #424. Miniature Easter egg made of Russian pink agate. #445. Miniature gold Easter egg, beautifully enameled in green, white, and red, with tiny red enamel dots on the green enamel, and decorated with gold wreath. #447. Very interesting miniature gold Easter egg enameled in turquoise blue and and placed in a gold cone which is suspended from a gold ring. Made by the famous court jeweler, "Carl Fabergé". From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Maria, the third daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.029 SC07.01.5.029
        425, 426, 427, 428, 429
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 2, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York May 2, 1935 #425. Gold and silver miniature Easter egg set with blue transparent enamel. Opening on a hinge. #426. Miniature gold Easter egg decorated with tiny bell shaped flowers, each studded with a diamond, and on the bottom a blue sapphire. #427. Miniature Easter egg made of pale blue Russian semi-precious stone, mounted in beautifully chased various colored gold. #428. Miniature gold Easter egg in the shape of a perfume bottle hanging from a chain, the lid opening and studded with an amethyst. #429. Miniature Easter egg in the shape of a Russian icon lamp (lampadka), with garnet in the gold lamp, which hangs from three chains. Made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Fabergé". From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.030 SC07.01.5.030
        430, 431, 432, 435, 436
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 2, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York May 2, 1935 #430. Miniature Easter egg, made of a gray semi-precious Russian stone mounted in various colored beautifully chased gold, and studded with four rubies. #431. Miniature gold Easter egg enameled in white, the upper part studded with rubies and one diamond, and in the center, beautifully chased gold wreath. #432. Miniature Easter egg made of Russian agate mounted in various colored beautifully chased gold. #435. Miniature Easter egg of Siberian jade (nephrite), decorated with a gold leaf design studded with rose diamonds and two rubies. #436. Miniature gold Easter egg set with five rubies and various rose diamonds. Made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Fabergé". From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Olga, the eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.031 SC07.01.5.031
        437, 458, 459, 673, 676
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 2, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York May 2, 1935 #437. Miniature gold Easter egg beautifully enameled in red and white, and inlaid with gold leaves. #458. Very interesting egg-shaped pearl supporting a beautifully chased gold cock which is suspended from a ring. #459. Very fine miniature gold Easter egg studded with pearls and turquoises, stones divided in four sections. #673. Very interesting gold gilt silver miniature Easter egg in the shape of a bee hive, studded with a green Ural stone. #676. Very fine gold gilt silver miniature Easter egg enameled in soft shades of Russian enamel set in filigree work.

        Made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Fabergé." From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Olga, the eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.032 SC07.01.5.032
        449, 450, 779, 779A
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 2, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York May 2, 1935 #449. Very beautiful miniature gold Easter egg nicely chased and enameled in translucent red on top and bottom; in center small squares of yellow and green enclosed in two white bands of opaque enamel. #450. Very fine miniature gold Easter egg beautifully enameled in a soft shade of turquoise translucent enamel encircled with an engraved wreath which is enameled in emerald green. #779. Most unusual miniature Easter egg composed of rock crystal and garnets divided in various sections with many rows of small diamonds mounted in gold. #779A. A very fine miniature Easter egg composed of an unusual star sapphire colored agate mounted in gold which is finely chased and enameled in [sic] soft shade of green and decorated with a row of diamonds.

        Made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Fabergé". From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.033 SC07.01.5.033
        110
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 27, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK July 27, 1935 #110 Exceptionally fine gold and silver Russian icon portraying the "Holy Virgin of Iverskaya with the Child". The trappings, consisting of the exquisitely chased and modelled robes of the Virgin, together with the frame and borders of ancient Byzantine design, are a superb contrast to the magnificent haloes done in all the brilliant shades of the Russian enamel. In a lovely design of filigree, the enamel combines rare shades of turquoise blue, ruby red and deep greens interspersed with white. Within the recessed panel of the icon there is inscribed at top in old Russian characters: "The Mother of God", while within the halo of the Child, there is in the form of an abbreviation: "From the Father Proceeds". The back of the icon is mounted with a plaque which is inscribed "To Her Imperial Highness the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaievna from the Nobility of Moscow." This icon, notable alike for the beauty of characterization of the "Virgin and Child", together with its technical perfection in the use of gold, silver and enamel, was from her personal belongings at the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.034 SC07.01.5.034
        888
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 #888 Very unusual penholder of the Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, constructed of a brilliant shaft of lapis lazuli mounted in gold and picked out with a conventionalized chasing. The top is set with the seal of the Empress, consisting of her monogram "MF" surmounted by crown, and is engraved in a round, milky-colored agate. It is a fine example of the work of "Carl Fabergé", the famous court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, and who is often referred to as the "Cellini" of the 19th century. From the Winter Palace. MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.035 SC07.01.5.035
        893
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 #893 Small round gold picture frame of more than ordinary beauty and quality by "Carl Fabergé", celebrated court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family. The ground of this piece chased with a shimmering pattern, is enameled translucent white and bordered with a minutely detailed wreath design in green gold on the outside. The inside is bordered with pearls while the enameled surface is painted with conventionalized trees. The back is of ivory, and it contains a photograph of Czarevitch Alexei Nicholaievitch, son and heir apparent of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.036 SC07.01.5.036
        894
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 #894 Small oval picture frame made of a deep ultramarine piece of lapis lazuli mounted on the outside with a chaste wreath design in two shades of gold. On the inside, a border of pearls lends an air of rare quality and refinement. The back is of ivory, and it contains a photograph of Maria Nicholaievna, the third daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. It is by "Carl Fabergé", famous court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who is often termed the "Cellini" of the 19th century. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.037 SC07.01.5.037
        901
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 #901 Perfectly square small silver gilt frame finely fluted and enameled in pale translucent blue. It contains a photograph of the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaiovna [sic], the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. It is signed by "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, often referred to as the "Cellini" of the 19th century. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.038 SC07.01.5.038
        905
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 #905 Very beautiful miniature gold Easter egg. Chased and translucently enameled in deep Russian blue, it is finely festooned with ribbons and wreath in two shades of gold, which is so typical of the work of "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family. From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Anastasia, the youngest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.039 SC07.01.5.039
        907, 908
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 [#907, #908] #907. Very lovely miniature gold Easter egg chased and enameled translucent white and studded with a beautiful yellow and a white diamond. #908. Very beautiful miniature Easter egg of pink quartz. It is encircled by a gold ring having two diamonds and two sapphires in the form of leaves attached to it. Both of these eggs were made by "Carl Fabergé", well-known court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who was often referred to as the "Cellini" of the 19th century. From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Olga, eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.040 SC07.01.5.040
        909, 904, 911
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 [#909, #904, #911] #909. Very fine miniature Easter egg made of an unusual green Ural stone. Mounted in gold with a conventionalized flower design, it is set with three groups of three diamonds, three sapphires and three rubies. #904. Very lovely gold miniature Easter egg. The upper half is chased and enameled in translucent white. The lower half is of gold wire. It is mounted with a large oval sapphire and two sprigs of gold leaves. #911. Most unusual miniature Easter egg made of red porphyry. (This stone was so rare that whenever found it was always presented to the Imperial family.) It is mounted in a beautiful gold ropework design.

        These eggs were made by "Carl Fabergé", celebrated court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who was so often termed the "Cellini" of the 19th century. From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.041 SC07.01.5.041
        912
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Sep. 30, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK September 30, 1935 #912 Diamond-shaped gold pin, ornamented with the Russian Imperial Eagle, against a translucent mauve enamel ground in a chased sun-ray design. The eagle, studded with various sized diamonds, is of very fine craftsmanship. From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.042 SC07.01.5.042
        1017
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 29, 1935 #1017 Unusually beautiful solid gold cigarette case, elegantly embossed with sprays of leaves into which are mounted cabochon-cut rubies of beautiful color. A ruby of the same color, mounted in gold, serves as the catch which opens the case. It is signed by "Carl Fabergé", famous jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who, because of his excellent craftsmanship and artistry, has often been termed the "Cellini" of the nineteenth century. From the belongings of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.043 SC07.01.5.043
        1041
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 29, 1935 #1041 Beautifully conceived and executed miniature frame of the supreme quality achieved by "Carl Fabergé". Mounted on a nephrite pedestal of pure classical inspiration, it is encircled at the top with a gold wreath mounted with rubies. From it hang festoons of leaves minutely chased and carved out of green and yellow gold. The gold enrichment of the base is also in two shades of gold and here is finely wrought with acanthus leaves. The frame which is double to hold two miniatures, is enclosed with a round wreath, carved out of greenish gold and at the top is mounted with a ribbon, rubies and an oval terminal pearl. It was made by the celebrated court jeweler to the Russian Imperial Court, "Carl Fabergé", who has often been termed the "Cellini" of the nineteenth century. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Seloe.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.044 SC07.01.5.044
        1049
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 29, 1935 #1049 Exceptionally fine and long lapis lazuli necklace composed of one hundred and ninety graduated Siberian lapis beads of an exceptionally beautiful blue. From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.045 SC07.01.5.045
        92
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK February 1, 1936 #92 Exceptionally beautiful and rare Imperial triptych icon, designed and executed by the celebrated Russian Court silversmith, "Ovchinnikov", and presented by the Nobility of the City of Charcoff to the Czar and Czarina, Alexander III [sic] and Maria Feodorovna, in celebration of the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriage. In this example, all the ingenuity and resources of the artist were concentrated upon the workmanship of so important a piece, created to celebrate so momentous an occasion. Opening the icon, the central panel of sumptuous Russian design frames the exquisite portrait of the Blessed Virgin, clad in golden robes finely chased and patterned. The Virgin is wearing a crown sparkling with the brilliance of diamonds, rubies and emeralds, against a halo of filigree and enamel mounted with ovular-shaped pearls. The faces of the Virgin and Child are painted in miniature, and it is remarkable with what perfection the characterization and the details are rendered. Necklaces of diamonds and rubies appear around their necks, and on the cuff of the Virgin's sleeve, a diamond star with ruby center is mounted. The Child is also portrayed wearing the diadem of diamonds against the small halo, on which appears in Old Russian the inscription in the form of an abbreviation: "From God Proceeds". The background of the panel, filling in the serpentine-shaped Russian arch, is of sky-blue and forms a superb color contrast to the yellow gold of the Virgin's robes. Over this background, a vinelike design is entwined, studded here and there with rosette-like stars. Magnificently framing the large central panel, as well as the side ones, borders ingeniously wrought in all different types of chasing and filigree work are set with a variety of rubies, emeralds and sapphires, interspersed with rectangular panels done in soft shades of blue and red matte enamel. The side panels appropriately depict in fine relief, left, "St. Alexander Nevsky" (the patron saint of Alexander III [sic]), in armor and wearing ermine robes wrought in virgin silver, and on the right, "St. Maria Magdalene", (the patron saint of Maria Feodorovna). Above each at left and right, guardian angels kneel in the clouds in an attitude of devotion. Closed, the icon presents the fine filigree exterior framed in enamel, in the center of which there is a large Greek Catholic cross studded with rubies and sapphires. The reverse is inscribed as follows: "To Their Imperial Majesties from the Nobility of Charcoff. 1866-1891. October 28." It is signed by the artist "Ovchinnikov" and dated "1891", the year of its presentation to the Emperor and Empress of Russia. It is considered the finest jeweled icon ever created in Russia, and is the best witness to the mastery of this great artist. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.046 SC07.01.5.046
        972
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK February 2, 1936 #972 Small gold picture frame of outstanding beauty, by "Carl Fabergé", famous court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. Of rounded, triangular shape, it has as its main area the chased guilloche surface enameled in light translucent blue, in a very graceful drape design. "Fabergé" was greatly renowned for this type of enameling and in this example, the enameling is further set off by a gold border chased with a wreath design of great delicacy. The actual opening for the picture is surrounded with a row of diamonds and surmounted by a ribbon bow. The back of the frame is paneled with ivory. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.047 SC07.01.5.047
        982
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK February 2, 1936 #982 Particularly beautiful icon depicting the "Transfiguration", showing "Christ" in an aura of light with (left), Elias, and (right), The Prophet Moses. Below Him are James, Peter and John, (lower left, center and right, respectively). Of the most exquisite workmanship, both for its very expressive quality and perfection of detail, it is painted in an almost monochromatic color scheme, relieved by the touches of purple, green and blue in the gowns of the saints. It is framed in translucent pale gray enamel with leaf and tendril design mountings, which are further [sic] enhanced by sapphires, emeralds and rubies. It is by "Carl Fabergé", celebrated court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, and is a superb example of his genius. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.048 SC07.01.5.048
        1006
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK February 1, 1936 #1006 Extremely interesting water color luncheon menu of the 21st of June, 1896, in the domain ""Eleenskole", which belonged to the Grand Duke Sergei Alexandrovich, uncle of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. This menu was written and designed by the Grand Duchess Victoria Mellita of Hesse, wife of the Empress' brother, Grand Duke Ernst-Ludvig of Hesse, and who later became the wife of the Grand Duke Cyril Vladimirovich under the name of Victoria Feodorovna. The menu bears the following original signatures: Czar Nicholas II; Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna; Grand Duke Sergei Alexandrovich; Grand Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna, sister of the Czarina and wife of the Grand Duke Sergei; Grand Duke Ernst-Ludwig of Hesse, brother of the Czarina; Victoria Mellita, his wife; and Victoria, Princess of Battenberg, sister of the Czarina.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.049 SC07.01.5.049
        1043
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK February 17, 1936 #1043 Exceptionally beautiful gold and silver picture frame containing a photograph of the Grand Duchess Anastasia, the youngest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. This frame of very imposing character with a large Imperial Crown and ribbons at the top, is enameled in a raspberry red, the shade which immediately became so popular upon its creation by "Carl Faberge [sic]". Surrounding the enameled guilloche surface, leaf design borders of green gold are finely accented with ribbons of reddish-gold. Also the enameled surface is picked out with formally placed rosettes and leaves, in this same combination so skillfully employed by "Carl Faberge [sic]". The back is paneled with ivory and is signed by this famous master. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.050 SC07.01.5.050
        1176
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK March 1, 1936 #1176 A most interesting umbrella handle in the form of an Easter egg sculptured of very fine dark green jade. On the bottom it is mounted in gold gilt silver which is exquisitely chased and enameled in translucent mauve. It is a good example of the work of the outstanding master "Carl Faberge [sic]", who was so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century."

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.051 SC07.01.5.051
        37
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 2, 1936 #37 Most intimate and rare photograph of the late Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. It is set in an unusually fine frame of lapis lazuli. The photograph was taken by her husband, the Czar, on their private yacht, and is from the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Nicholas II. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. It bears the original catalogue number 2004.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.052 SC07.01.5.052
        991
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 2, 1936 #991 Very lovely little nephrite vase of deep green coloring, with fine gold and silver mounting on the rim. This piece by "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, is of minute proportions, and is charming in both shape and design. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.053 SC07.01.5.053
        1088
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 2, 1936 #1088 Very fine gold and silver calendar frame beautifully chased with translucent lavender enamel. Finely carved borders of beadwork and closely set anthemions enhance the beauty of the design. It is signed by "Carl Fabergé", the outstanding Russian Court jeweler, who has so often been termed the "Cellini of the nineteenth century", because of the perfection of his craftsmanship. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.054 SC07.01.5.054
        1097
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 2, 1936 #1097 Exceptionally fine gold and silver picture frame of outstanding beauty. It is enameled over a chased (guilloche) pattern in translucent pink, the edges bordered with finely carved wreath design terminated with rosettes. The small oval opening for the picture, attached at the top to swags of laurel leaves, is bordered with pearls. It is signed by "Carl Faberge[sic]", the celebrated court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, and who has so often been referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.055 SC07.01.5.055
        1179
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 2, 1936 #1179 Most unusual and rare miniature ivory Easter egg by "Carl Fabergé", the celebrated court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. It opens on a hinged cover to disclose the surprise feature within, - a pale nephrite egg set in the white satin lining. It is an ingenious creation which is typical of "Fabergé's" work. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.056 SC07.01.5.056
        1306
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 2, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 2, 1936 #1306 A most exceptionally fine dark green jade elephant very sensitively modelled, with upturned trunk and diamonds for eyes. It is a magnificent specimen of the fine sculptures which were created by the master "Carl Fabergé", and shows very beautifully his singularly perfect craftsmanship. It is rendered in most complete detail. Ears, trunk, tusks, legs, etc., are all carefully cut and polished. It is one of the rare examples of miniature sculpture executed in stone by "Carl Fabergé", and for which he is today so justly famous.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.057 SC07.01.5.057
        476
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #476 A most unusually fine handle of nephrite, pale green in color, mounted with a cobra naturalistically carved out of yellow gold and entwined about the handle. The scales and small details are meticulously rendered, while on top of the snake's head, a pink cabochon-cut ruby is mounted as the eye of the cobra. Made by "Carl Fabergé", celebrated court jeweler to the Imperial family of Russia. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.058 SC07.01.5.058
        478
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #478 Very beautifully designed parasol handle in the shape of a fin, made of nephrite. It is mounted with gold and finely enameled in an unusual shade of pink, and is studded with four pearls and two rows of diamonds. It was made by the famous court jeweler "Carl Fabergé" (By Appointment to the Czar of Russia), and is a fine example of his craftsmanship. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.059 SC07.01.5.059
        482
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #482 Very fine parasol handle made of nephrite, in the shape of a duck's head, with rubies for eyes and a most unusual green enamel band. At the base it is mounted in gold and set with two rows of diamonds. It is exceptionally finely enameled in translucent pink, giving the effect of trees in sunshine, which is enclosed in borders of white matte enamel, with translucent green enamel dots completing the design. It is the creation of the famous Russian court jeweler "Carl Fabergé", who has so justly been termed the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.060 SC07.01.5.060
        537
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #537 Exceptionally fine cane handle of pale green nephrite, exquisitely designed with an open-work gold mounting of rococco [sic] scrolls and tiny flowers in two shades of gold. The rim is studded with a row of diamonds. Made by the famous artist and court jeweler "Carl Fabergé", who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.061 SC07.01.5.061
        986
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #986 A particularly beautiful and rare solid gold picture frame of a graceful, oriental shape, designed with entwining leaf tendrils set with the richest shades of the transparent enamel, which has today become a lost art and cannot be duplicated. It is a fine example of the work of the famous court jeweler "Hahn", who created some of the most prized specimens of the Russian Court Jewels. The superb workmanship of this master is evident in such details as the execution of the panel of ivory which holds the picture, also the gold easel supporting the frame. It is seldom indeed that one has the privilege of seeing a piece created by this great artist. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.062 SC07.01.5.062
        987
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #987 Rectangular gold picture frame of exceptional quality and refinement, by "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia. In this specimen, "Fabergé's" unique enamel, a translucent mauve is set off by a border wreath design of minute workmanship in two shades of gold. The opening for the picture, a tiny oval, is enclosed with beadwork attached at the top to festoons and ribbons of classical inspiration. The back is paneled with ivory. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.063 SC07.01.5.063
        1035
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #1035 Most unusual gold and silver picture frame enameled in brilliant emerald green over a finely chased surface. Designed in a five-petal arrangement, the center bears a photograph of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, enclosed in beadwork, while in each of the five sectors, oval panels frame the portraits of the five children of the Czar: the Czarevitch Alexis, and the Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana, Maria and Anastasia. The borders of this very rare example are embellished with wreaths, rosettes and bows of classical derivation. The back is paneled with ivory. Executed by "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who has so often been termed the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.064 SC07.01.5.064
        1166
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #1166 Very fine silver triptych frame of translucent white enamel applied over a chased (guilloché) surface, framed in a conventionalized leaf border of meticulous carving. The actual openings for the portraits, two rectangular ones in the outer panels and octagonal one in the center, are placed with the formalized precision of the classic taste. Exquisite borders, festoons with ribbons, together with rosettes and beadwork, complete the ensemble. Signed by "Carl Fabergé", celebrated court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who is today referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century" because of the perfection of his craftsmanship. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.065 SC07.01.5.065
        1189
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 9, 1936 #1189 A very lovely handle of pale green nephrite, gracefully curved and tapered. It is mounted with a gold cylindrical band chased and enameled in translucent white over a shimmering surface. Rubies are placed over it and are incorporated with a design of green-gold festoons. This example typifies the fastidious craftsmanship of "Carl Fabergé", celebrated Russian Court jeweler, who has so often been referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.066 SC07.01.5.066
        804
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 11, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 11, 1936 #804 A very beautiful brooch in the shape of a laurel wreath exquisitely cut out of green and a reddish gold and studded with many small diamonds which form a part of the design. The center bears the monogram "M" and crown, in diamonds, of the Grand Duchess Maria, executed with two cabochon-cut rubies with the Cross on top. It is a very good example of the superb workmanship of "Carl Fabergé," celebrated Russian Court jeweler who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth Century." From the personal belongings of Maria Nicholaiovna, third daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.067 SC07.01.5.067
        1291
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Apr. 11, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK April 11, 1936 #1291 An unusually fine gold and silver seal of the round fluted type, mounted on the top with an exquisitely modelled monkey holding in its hands a human skull. The monkey is contemplating the skull and in its animated attitude is a rare example of the silversmith's art. In the base is set a white agate which is engraved with the monogram of Alexander Alexandrovitch, or Alexander III, father of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. Made by Thomas Cole of London. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.068 SC07.01.5.068
        980
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 18, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK May 18, 1936 #980 Magnificently conceived and executed Imperial Russian seal made with gold and silver stem, supporting a perfectly carved and polished agate Easter egg. The setting holding the egg is of the most unusual and finely detailed workmanship. It is in the form of garlands of roses carved out of several shades of gold, as well as silver, and is bordered with beadwork. The stem likewise, is finely chased and consists of a polka dotted surface bound with a green gold wreath which flares out at the bottom into a circular base, the underside of which is minutely incised with the Russian Imperial double-headed Eagle. It is one of the creations of "Carl Fabergé, and fittingly illustrates his unique use of gold and rare semi-precious stones. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.069 SC07.01.5.069
        1085
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 18, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK May 18, 1936 #1085 A most unusual egg shaped, gold mounted nephrite bookmark, encrusted with diamonds and rubies in the form of the initials "XB", which is an abbreviation for the Russian "Christ is Risen". A good example of the work of the celebrated court jeweler "Carl Fabergé", showing his rare ability to combine beauty with utility. In the original Faberge [sic] case. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.070 SC07.01.5.070
        533
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 20, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK May 20, 1936 #533 A very fine cane handle of pale reddish jade in a solid gold setting, paneled and enameled in matte white. Superimposed over the surface are crossed arrows of gold, each of which bears in the center a deep-red cabochon-cut Ural stone. By "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.071 SC07.01.5.071
        533 Duplicate
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 20, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK May 20, 1936 #533 duplicate A very fine cane handle of pale reddish jade in a solid gold setting, paneled and enameled in matte white. Superimposed over the surface are crossed arrows of gold, each of which bears in the center a deep-red cabochon-cut Ural stone. By "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Russian Imperial family, who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.072 SC07.01.5.072
        535
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 20, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK May 20, 1936 #535 A very fine solid gold parasol handle of elongated pear shape, enameled in a most unusual shade of pink over a chased surface which imparts a scintillating tint of lavender. A gold band dividing the enameled area into panels is chased with a wreath design of green gold, punctuated with tiny rosettes in red gold. In the top a diamond is inset, and about the rim a lapis blue band is enameled. Made by "Carl Fabergé", the celebrated Russian Court jeweler who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.073 SC07.01.5.073
        535 Duplicate
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        May 20, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK May 20, 1936 #535 duplicate A very fine solid gold parasol handle of elongated pear shape, enameled in a most unusual shade of pink over a chased surface which imparts a scintillating tint of lavender. A gold band dividing the enameled area into panels is chased with a wreath design of green gold, punctuated with tiny rosettes in red gold. In the top a diamond is inset, and about the rim a lapis blue band is enameled. Made by "Carl Fabergé", the celebrated Russian Court jeweler who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.074 SC07.01.5.074
        539
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 28, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK July 28, 1936 #539 A very unusual and rare red Russian nephrite cane handle carved in the shape of a duck's head. It is mounted in vari-colored gold which is partly chased and enameled in beautiful translucent green and matte white and set with small diamonds. Made by the famous Russian artist "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who has so often been termed the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.075 SC07.01.5.075
        1101
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        July 28, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK July 28, 1936 #1101 Exceptionally beautiful and rare miniature gold icon depicting "The Holy Virgin and Child Enthroned", set in an oval frame meticulously carved and chased with roses and emerald green leaves. The painting is of the most minute dimensions and is superbly painted with a perfection of details and beauty of characterization rarely achieved. At top, an interesting attachment is mounted with a blue sapphire, while from the bottom hang a pink ruby, an emerald and a pearl. The icon bears an inscription meaning "Save and Protect", and is signed by the artist "M. Chuknovsky". It is mounted in a beautifully designed triptych case of "Old Russian" design. Hinges conform to the design of the case and are in solid silver intricately chased. From the personal belongings of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.076 SC07.01.5.076
        509
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 26, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 26, 1936 #509 Exceptionally beautiful handle carved of a single amethyst set in a gold mounting and forming an exquisite terminal to a parasol. The amethyst, beautifully carved, consists of two shells placed together on a Russian capital. The gold mounting, so typical of "Fabergé's" workmanship, is intricately embellished with a repeating design punctuated all over with diamonds and enameled a lovely translucent pink. The piece, combining as it does two shades of gold, is exquisitely bordered with two rows of diamonds superbly demonstrating the infinite amount of craftsmanship employed in a "Fabergé" creation. It is the work of the famous Russian artist "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who was so often termed the "Cellini of the nineteenth century" because of his unusually fine craftsmanship. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.077 SC07.01.5.077
        997
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 26, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK AUGUST 26, 1936 #997 Exceptionally fine circular cigarette container of gold and silver, enameled in an unusually beautiful shade of brilliant translucent red, and ornamented with swags and ribbons done in two shades of gold. At top and bottom are finely fluted borders crossed at intervals with ribbons. It is an unusually beautiful example of the painstaking craftsmanship of the celebrated artist "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who has so justly been termed the "Cellini of the nineteenth century."

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.078 SC07.01.5.078
        477
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK OCTOBER 29, 1936 #477 Small handle of exquisite delicacy and refinement composed in its miniature dimensions of a "T"-shaped piece of rock crystal set in a gold mounting finely bordered with a bead edge of yellow gold. Between these borders in incredibly small scale, the gold is chased into a design of waving lines, enameled in light blue and set with three rows of diamonds alternately placed. This is a specimen typical of the unsurpassed craftsmanship of "Carl Fabergé", and worthy of the most discriminating taste. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.079 SC07.01.5.079
        479
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK OCTOBER 29, 1936 #479 Particularly beautiful handle, exquisitely wrought and decorated in a most beautiful manner. The handle proper, a piece of rock crystal, is set in a cylindrical gold mounting embellished with various gold and enamel borders. At the top and bottom there are green gold wreaths against a deeper shade of gold. The enameled decoration is formed of three gold bands exquisitely enameled in a light shade of blue. Each one is minutely chased with a scale design which imparts a shimmering quality. Over the central band of a very pale shade of blue, there is a fine gold double wreath. On each side of this middle portion two rows of pearls enhance the superlative quality of this "Fabergé" creation. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.080 SC07.01.5.080
        480
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK OCTOBER 29, 1936 #480 Beautiful handle perfectly illustrating the artistry of "Carl Fabergé". This handle, a combination of a well-cut and polished piece of milky-green nephrite, is set off by the complementary shade of orange in its gold and enameled mounting. This mounting, connecting the handle proper with the main body of the cane, is wrought with great delicacy and refinement. Against a curved surface of white matte enamel, minutely striped with gold, there are superimposed two crossed ribbons chased of greenish-gold and enameled with translucent orange. Above and below there is a tiny row of diamonds effectively set in quite another shade of gold. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.081 SC07.01.5.081
        481
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK OCTOBER 29, 1936 #481 Very fine handle made of nephrite of a pale golden greenish shade, symmetrically curved and mounted in brilliantly enameled gold. The main part of the mounting is chased with a design of many short curves and enameled raspberry red. Curving around it in a ribbon effect there are four bands of leaves exquisitely worked in two shades of gold, namely, yellow gold and green gold. Above and below, there are two rows of diamonds. It is a good example of the fine workmanship of the celebrated court jeweler "Carl Fabergé". Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.082 SC07.01.5.082
        536
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK OCTOBER 29, 1936 #536 Very fine handle of attractive simplicity composed of a beautifully shaped and polished piece of nephrite in a gold mounting. This mount, which forms the connection between the handle proper and the body of the cane is of hand-hammered yellow gold and is bordered at top and bottom with two green gold wreaths. It is the work of the famous Russian artist "Carl Fabergé", court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, who is often termed the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." Originally in the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.083 SC07.01.5.083
        538
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK OCTOBER 29, 1936 #538 "Fabergé" handle executed in a most unusual manner of soft green nephrite in the shape of an egg affixed to a hand-hammered cylindrical gold mounting. Starting from this mount and entwined over the egg-shaped surface, there is a golden snake, chased in all the precision of its naturalistic details. Originally in the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.084 SC07.01.5.084
        665
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK OCTOBER 29, 1936 #665 An exceptionally fine gold and silver oval miniature icon (panagia), bearing in the center a beautifully painted portrait of the "Madonna and Child" in enamel, and framed with filigree work which is filled with unusually fine shaded enamel, showing tulips and other flowers, in the center of each of which topazes alternate with garnets. The icon is surmounted by a large crown which is studded with a topaz, a garnet and two aquamarines. Made by the House of Nemirova Kolodrina (By Appointment to the Russian Royal Family). Moscow. From the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.085 SC07.01.5.085
        989
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 29, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 29, 1936 #989 Exquisite little octagonal nephrite box mounted with gold, and having hinged lid minutely chased with cherubs and flower garlands in low relief. It is bordered with an egg and dart motif and tiny beadwork of classical derivation, while the canted sides are set with alternating rows of diamonds and rubies. Made by "Carl Fabergé", the famous court jeweler to Nicholas II. The craftsmanship displayed in this piece adequately shows the reason he is so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the collection of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.086 SC07.01.5.086
        75
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #75 Cream leather frame with beautiful gold tooling, and crown in top center, made by "A. Peterson" at St. Petersburg (By Appointment to the Czar of Russia.) From the Winter Palace, where it was catalogued under the number 430/2.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.087 SC07.01.5.087
        93
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #93 Gold and silver unusually fine icon portraying "Madonna and Child" and nine saints in miniature as follows: 1 – St. Peter – Metropolitan of Moscow 2 – St. Alexis – Metropolitan of Moscow 3 – St. Ivann – Metropolitan of Moscow 4 – St. Prince Michael 5 – St. Boyard Theodor 6 – St. Dimitry the Blessed 7 – St. Vasily the Blessed (In whose name the famous church in Moscow was built by Ivan the Terrible. The church upon completion was such a beautiful example of Russian architecture that the Czar, fearing that the church might be duplicated, had the architect blinded.) 8 – St. Michael the Martyr 9 – St. Ivann the Clairvoyant In a most unusually fine hand-made frame with beautiful enamel inlay and various Ural stones. It also bears the nameplate of Alexei Nicholaievitch, to whom it was presented by the Nobility of Nijni Novgorod. The plate reads as follows: "To His Imperial Highness Czarevitch and Grand Duke Alexei Nicholaievitch from the Nobility of Nijni Novgorod." It was made by "Chlebnikoff" (By Appointment to the Russian Royal Family). It is a remarkable example of the work of this fine Russian silversmith, who has made many outstanding objects for the Imperial family. It is from the bedroom of the Czarevitch at the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo, where it was catalogued under number 70.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.088 SC07.01.5.088
        906
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #906 Miniature Easter egg by "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Russian Court jeweler cut out of a brilliant cerise-colored Ural stone set in a delicate open-work gold mounting. From the collection of the Grand Duchess Maria Nicholaievna, third daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.089 SC07.01.5.089
        1073
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #1073 Exceptionally beautiful and rare jade frame, mounted with gold borders in pure classical taste composed with a meticulously chased wreath design in two shades of gold around the outside, and surmounted at the top by a ribbon and bow enrichment. A finely fluted border frames the picture, while on the jade margin green gold festoons are attached to reddish gold rosettes. It is a superb example of the fastidious workmanship lavished upon his creations by "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Court Jeweler to the Czar of Russia, and aptly illustrates his unique use of the rare semi-precious stones which were found throughout the Russian Empire. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.090 SC07.01.5.090
        1075
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #1075 Circular gold picture frame of the most exquisite and delicate workmanship, chased with a shimmering guilloche pattern and enameled rich translucent amethyst. The circular opening is bordered with pearls, while the outside is finely chased with a wreath design executed in two shades of gold. The back is paneled with ivory. It is in the original case and is signed by "Carl G. Fabergé", the famous jeweler to the Imperial Court of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.091 SC07.01.5.091
        1078
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #1078 Exceptionally beautiful gold and silver picture frame of most unusual size, enameled in translucent sky-blue over a scintillating chased (guilloché) surface. The broad enamel border is framed on the inside by a beadwork edge and on the outside by a delicately chased wreath design. At the top, laurel leaf festoons of classical inspiration are caught by rosettes and held in the middle by an elaborately wrought bow and ribbon enrichment. The back is paneled by hollywood. The fine craftsmanship displayed in this example typifies the work of "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Court Jeweler to the Russian Imperial family. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.092 SC07.01.5.092
        1182, 1183, 778
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #1182, #1183, #778 #1182. Miniature solid gold Easter egg signed with the initials of "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Russian Court jeweler chased with the "guilloche" all-over pattern enameled brilliant emerald green. Serving as complement to the green enamel a gold circle and stripes are set with a small ruby. #1183. Solid gold miniature Easter egg by "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. Of a yellow gold it is chased and set with nine cabochon-cut rubies. #778. Solid gold miniature Easter egg by "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Russian Court jeweler executed in yellow gold with green gold wreath design and filigree volutes set with two small diamonds. From the collection of the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaievna, second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.093 SC07.01.5.093
        1315
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #1315 Very fine miniature picture frame, delicately designed with fluted and wreath design borders enclosing a chased (guilloche) surface, enameled brilliant orange. At the corners of the actual opening for the picture, pearls are set in, while on the enamel, circular wreaths are mounted, together with crossed arrows. By "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated jeweler to the Russian Imperial court, who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century."

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 5 Item: SC07.01.5.094 SC07.01.5.094
        1350
        1 page
        Dec. 1, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK December 1, 1936 #1350 Paper knife of richly grained tortoise shell, of unusual personal interest. It is mounted with a solid gold facsimile reproduction of the inscription "For Dear Alix" (the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna) "from Misha" (the Grand Duke Michael, brother of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.) From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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    • Folder 6
      Schaffer Collection
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.095 SC07.01.5.095
        1343
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Jan. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York January 1, 1937 #1343 Very fine Easter egg cut out of a blue agate and decorated with a continuous motif of sprigs of four-pointed flowers and leaves cut out of silver and set with a myriad of tiny diamonds. It is a signed piece by "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Russian court jeweler who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the 19th century."

        Mrs. John L. Pratt.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.096 SC07.01.5.096
        1364
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Jan. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York January 1, 1937 #1364 An exceptionally choice fantaisie by "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Russian court jeweler. Signed and in the original case, this unique tray of gold gilt silver is mounted with a stand to which is attached an ivory swing on which perches a paraquet [sic] cut directly out of a rare brilliantly colored agate, the natural markings of which delineate the feathers in the minutest detail. Emeralds are set in for the eyes and the whole presents an astonishingly life-like aspect. On either side of the swing tiny containers hold the golden kernels of birdseed.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.097 SC07.01.5.097
        1367
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Jan. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York January 1, 1937 #1367 A circular gold box signed by "Carl G. Fabergé", the celebrated Russian court jeweler. It is enameled brilliant red over a broad guilloche line pattern, and mounted with intricate little vari-colored gold motifs of interlaced wreaths and rosettes having diamond centers. Five wreaths ornament the cover and frame a portrait of Catherine the Great which is dated 1773.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.098 SC07.01.5.098
        1464
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 19, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 19, 1937 #1464 Miniature picture frame by CARL G. FABERGE cut from lapis lazuli in a quaint design, the bright blue surface overlaid with a vine-like wreath of tiny flowers executed in the greatest delicacy from green, reddish and yellow gold. It is set with three diamonds. The actual opening for the picture is bordered with pearls. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.099 SC07.01.5.099
        1537
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 19, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York March 19, 1937 #1537 A most important miniature sculpture of a horned owl by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is rather larger than many of his famous bird and animal sculptures and is cut entirely from a moss agate, the green and gray markings creating a superb sense of the texture of feathers which are finely incised all over. The claws are of gold and beautifully chased, and, together with the gold-mounted diamond eyes, the whole creates an astonishingly life-like aspect.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.100 SC07.01.5.100
        1546
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 19, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK March 19, 1937 #1546 Silver gold-gilt buzzer for the table, of conical beehive shape with a large cabochon-cut ural stone in the center. It is a device with clock-like movement, to be wound up, and when used gives a quiet, low, buzzing sound. Cut into the silver by hand, a collar of long leaves surrounds the stone button. The sides are decorated with chased garlands and around the base there is a beadwork border. Bears the hallmark and signature of CARL G. FABERGÉ, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.101 SC07.01.5.101
        1578
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Mar. 19, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK March 19, 1937 #1578 Gold chain bracelet of large heavy links, by CARL G. FABERGÉ, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is mounted with an Imperial Crown studded with diamonds and two cabochon-cut sapphires, and is mounted also with a small safety catch chain arrangement. From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaiovna, the eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.102 SC07.01.5.102
        1556
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #1556 Gold gilt silver triangle frame by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, enameled in a brilliant Russian blue over a chased (guilloche) surface, the latter by its zigzag pattern emanating from the center, imparting an additional richness. The circular picture opening is bordered with pearls and set with a beveled glass with the outside border in beadwork. The back is paneled with ivory, while the easel is of gold gilt silver. In the original hollywood case.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.103 SC07.01.5.103
        1573
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #1573 A small pin in the shape of the regular octagon executed in a brilliant yellow gold with chased (guilloché) surface in the form of a sunburst enameled translucent white. In the center of each of the eight sides, a diamond is inset and in the very center, surrounded by a laurel wreath, is the Roman number "ten" in diamonds. Signed by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.104 SC07.01.5.104
        1576
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #1576 A pin by CARL G. FABERGÉ in the Egyptian style, in the form of a large scarab cut from a spinel ruby enclosed with conventionalized lotus flowers in blue enamel with diamond stems, large diamond center and gold and silver mounting. A superb example of the work of the celebrated Russian Court jeweler who is today so often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.105 SC07.01.5.105
        1580
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #1580 An exceptionally beautiful Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], celebrated Russian Court jeweler, executed in solid gold in his French classic style. It follows in technique the French eighteenth century gold snuff boxes with a ground of cobalt blue translucent enamel. Unlike most of FABERGE'S [sic] surfaces, the chased (guilloche) pattern also follows the traditional type used on the snuff boxes and is merely visible as faint rays on the enamel surface. Around the center, there is a broad vari-colored gold band carved in a minute serpentine pattern, together with leaves and berries enameled red and green, giving the appearance of tiny jewels. On top and bottom of the egg, circular caps bear ten-pointed rosettes enameled in green. The three divisions are further elaborated by the addition of three bands of white matte enamel dots, one of which in the center row, is a tiny diamond catch. Bears the inscription which may be seen as one opens the egg "Christ Has Risen." From the collection of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.106 SC07.01.5.106
        1661
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #1661 Small solid gold handle with sharply curved top, by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is executed in his classic style with three shades of gold employed. The shaft is delicately fluted and is overlaid with a green-gold festoon and diamond rosette. About it, a delicately carved green-gold wreath design is chased. From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.107 SC07.01.5.107
        1736
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #1736 Jade parasol top mounted in gold by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the Russian Court jeweler. It is designed with fluted ball-shaped handle of a deep green jade set into a circular gold mounting chased in a plaid design and studded all over with rubies and diamonds. On the summit it bears a cabochon-cut ruby surrounded by a row of diamonds. From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.108 SC07.01.5.108
        1737
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #1737 Jade parasol top mounted in gold, by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is designed with slender handle in a deep green translucent jade set into a circular white enameled mounting. A green-gold wreath is festooned around it and mounted on top with a fine moonstone. From the personal belongings of Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.109 SC07.01.5.109
        2237
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #2237 Tiny solid gold oval box by CARL G. FABERGÉ, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is designed with alternating green and narrow blue enamel stripes, and bears on the cover an oval carnelian minutely engraved in the Arabic script with excerpts from the Koran. It is surrounded by a row of diamonds. Like all of FABERGÉ's boxes, the fit of cover to box is a notable instance of his technique. Here also he has employed the hinges which appear on the finest eighteenth century gold snuff boxes. It is one of the best examples of his craftsmanship.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.110 SC07.01.5.110
        2238
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #2238 Rare miniature Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. The egg form is executed in solid gold overlaid by settings of silver for the bands of diamonds which rise from the bottom and cover the lower portion of the egg. From these bands, tendrils arise and, entwining over the gold surface of the egg, are executed in diamonds. The bottom bears a cabochon-cut ruby.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.111 SC07.01.5.111
        G-3
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #G-3 Rectangular miniature picture frame by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is executed from gold-gilt silver and is enameled over a chased (guilloche) surface in a very beautiful shade of rose. Borders of wreath design frame the enameled ground, while the opening for the picture is enclosed with beadwork. The back is paneled [sic] with ivory. From the Youssoupoff collection. Originally it was presented to the Princess Youssoupoff by the Empress Maria Feodorovna.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.112 SC07.01.5.112
        G-5
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #G-5 Miniature picture frame by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is executed in unusually small dimensions in solid gold with a jade center surrounding the tiny opening for a picture. Concentric fluted gold rims separate these areas. The jade is of a dark, spotted green and in contrast to it, a pale mauve enamel is employed overlaid by an interweaving green-gold wreath. At top, a ribbon with bow and loose ends is fixed, bearing a ruby in the center. It is mounted with a gold easel. Originally in the collection of the Countess Brassoff.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.113 SC07.01.5.113
        G-8
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #G-8 A miniature icon by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is in the form of a triptych and is very simply panelled [sic] on the exterior with a dark wood bearing a four-petaled [sic] catch centered by an emerald. It opens to disclose a solid gold interior. The three panels are executed in a brilliant yellow gold bearing three Russian arch-shaped panels bordered by pearls. The yellow-gold ground bears arabesques of filigree and is studded at significant points in the design with emeralds, rubies, sapphires, and diamonds. The central panel frames "The Resurrection." Against a dark background, the figure of Christ appears holding aloft a pennant. His form radiates light and in the foreground, two angels kneel. It is an extremely fine painting for a miniature and is complete in every detail. It is surmounted by a Russian Cross studded with emeralds and rubies. The inscription on the left panel reads as follows: "Resurrection of Thine, O Christ, Saviour, about which the Angels sing in Heaven." And on the right panel: "And we on Earth try to be worthy to glorify Thee." Originally in the collection of the Countess Brassoff.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.114 SC07.01.5.114
        G-13
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #G-13 Dome-shaped jade push-button by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. In the classic French style adapted by FABERGE [sic], the jade is of a dark green color cut into relief with rows of small rococo scrolls curving up over the top to join a central motif bearing the button. The button is a cabochon-cut star ruby set in a nine-petaled [sic] mounting of diamonds. The jade is mounted in solid gold of a bright yellow color and, following in this style, is finely chased with flutings which are crossed with evenly spaced ribbons. Mounted on three gold feet in the form of rococo scrolls. Originally in the collection of Countess Brassoff.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.115 SC07.01.5.115
        G-14
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #G-14 Gold-mounted jade calendar by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. In the form of a rectangular piece of dark, translucent green jade, it is designed in his classic manner and mounted with gold-gilt back and easel. At the top, swags of green gold are contrasted with a reddish gold, the latter taking the form of crossed ribbons and exuberant ribbon bows, a larger one in the center and two smaller ones flanking it. In the very center, two oval openings bear red enameled mounts which have the numbers for the day of the month, and these are changeable each day by clicking the buttons on either side. Below, on a set of gold-gilt plaques, the names of the months are engraved and held in place by red enamel and moonstone mounts. Originally in the collection of the Countess Brassoff.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.116 SC07.01.5.116
        G-16
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Aug. 18, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK August 18, 1937 #G-16 Large jade Easter egg mounted in gold-gilt silver by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. Of a fine green jade bearing a spotting of a darker green, the stone is cut out to paper-like thinness, making it translucent. Mounted in a bright yellow gold-gilt silver and bearing ruby catches with which to open it. It originally served as a jewel case.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.117 SC07.01.5.117
        1509
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #1509 "The Cathedral", a most important nineteenth century Russian icon painted in the miniature technique on gold over silver. Against a ground of geometrical chasing, the various figures are painted with flowing gowns of white, purple, red, and bluish-green, with their haloes inscribed in the Old Slavonic. In the clouds, the Holy Virgin stands, her halo emanating rays of light, with kneeling saints and angels on either side. Below Her, appear, left; Czar Lev, and St. Czarina Zoia; center, St. Roman; right, St. Epiphanie, St. Andrew, St. Martyr Lubov (the small figure in white), and the Archangel Michael. It is in the original frame of filigree, inset with the Russian enamel in jewel-like colors.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.118 SC07.01.5.118
        1568
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #1568 Cross cut out of a fine rich blue piece of lapis lazuli. It is mounted in gold and has a moveable diamond and pearl studded link. The center of the cross is overlaid with a diamond studded rosette which has a pearl center. From the belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.119 SC07.01.5.119
        1591
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #1591 Small cushion-shaped box of gold and silver by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is executed entirely in canary yellow enameled over a chased (guilloche) surface, and opens with a small pearl-bordered lid having a ruby catch. It is decorated on top with a diamond and ruby six-petaled [sic] flower which forms the center of the fine guilloche pattern. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.120 SC07.01.5.120
        1934
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #1934 A large and most important Russian icon of gold gilt silver by KLEIBER, (By Appointment to the Russian Imperial family), presented to the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaiovna, the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, on her birthday, May 29, 1897. In the long rectangular panel it depicts "St. Martyr Tatiana", the patron saint of the Grand Duchess. Against a background of chased geometrical motifs, she appears, clad in a long blue gown reaching to the floor, over which is a loose flowing mantle of rose red. In her left hand she raises the white sash of her garment and with the other is seen carrying a lampadka. Above her in the clouds, "The Holy Virgin" appears, Her arms upraised in benediction. The icon is bordered with elaborate frame, entirely of hand-carved and chased work, showing a profusion of acanthus scrolls, rosettes and anthemions. At the corners, eight-winged cherubims are placed. The presentation inscription at the bottom of the icon reads: "May 29, 1897. The City of Peterhof". From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.121 SC07.01.5.121
        1956
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #1956 Miniature diptych icon by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the Russian Court jeweler. It is executed in gold-gilt silver and in design follows an ancient prototype. The doors are of the Russian foliated arch-shape coming to a point at the top, with the front one decorated in a most elaborate manner. Perhaps harking back to the Byzantine reliquaries and ecclesiastical utensils, this is studded with large stones. Against the gilt surface, red Ural stones are contrasted with turquoise and pearls, and set into an entirely hand-carved design of Byzantine scrolls which twist and entwine over the entire panel. A border of evenly spaced pearls frames this panel, and within the icon, is repeated around the meticulously painted miniatures of the two Saints. On the right is "St. Nicholas the Miracle Worker" and on the left "St. Princess Alexandra", the patron saints of the late Czar and Czarina, to whom the icon was presented. The reverse is inscribed with the names of the donors, as follows: Princess Galizina; Countess Belefskaya; E. A. Schneider; Countess A. A. Olsufeva; E. H. Kozlaninova; Princess A. H. Lubanova-Rastovskaya; M. A. Vasilchikova; Count and Countess G. G. Stanbok; M. P. Stepanov; V. S. Gadon; Prince and Princess Youssoupoff; A. A. and M. P. Stakhovitch; Count and Countess Shuvalov; B. Q. Junkovsky; K. A. and L. G. Balasnaya; A. P. Korniloff; A. L. Martinoff From the Winter Palace. MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.122 SC07.01.5.122
        2136
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #2136 Jade parasol top mounted in gold-gilt silver by CARL G. FABERGE [sic], the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is cut from the jade in a very curious manner with tapering, bulbous areas up the sides, flaring outwards to the top which is designed in a four-petaled [sic] manner. In this specimen, the jade is of a soft but brilliant green coloring. From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.123 SC07.01.5.123
        2243
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #2243 An example of the miniature sculpture of CARL G. FABERGE [sic]: a pig cut out of lapis lazuli. In this example of the Russian master's work, the lapis selected is a brilliant blue with rich markings and flecks of gold. It is executed in an extremely naturalistic manner with such details as hooves, ears, and mouth minutely detailed.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.124 SC07.01.5.124
        G-22
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct. 1, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 1, 1937 #G-22 Very unusual miniature diptych icon of solid gold by GRATCHOV, by Appointment to the Russian Imperial Family. Its design is perfectly plain on the exterior, and on opening it discloses miniatures of Jesus Christ on one panel and the Holy Virgin of Kazan on the other.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.125 SC07.01.5.125
        798
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        Oct.11, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 11, 1937 #798 Very unusual panagia portraying "Christ Blessing the Universe". It is carved out of green jasper in a two-colored effect, and mounted in a very interesting hand-made silver frame surmounted by crown [sic] and studded with amethysts, rubies and aquamarines. Attached to it is a gold gilt silver chain cut out by hand. Russian, early nineteenth century. From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.126 SC07.01.5.126
        1205
        A La Vieille Russie (Firm)
        1 page
        Oct.11, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK October 11, 1937 #1205 Exceptionally fine solid silver triptych icon designed with serpentine pointed top, and overlaid on the front with gold leaves and tendrils molded and chased to perfectly simulate the gold bullion work motifs to be found on the finest Russian brocades. Opening the side panels of the icon, which bear in the center the Greek Catholic cross, the central panel is painted with the "Transfiguration", against a pure gold ground. Christ stands in the center with Elias on the left and Moses on the right, while below there are: left, "John"; middle, "James"; and right, "Peter". The side panels frame at the left, "St. Elizabeth", and on the right, "St. Sergius of Randanezh". All of the individual paintings are equally notable for a beauty of characterization as well as for the unusual finish of details. A narrow border frame in emerald green, gold, red and black completes the design. The icon bears on the reverse the dedication to Grand Duke Serge as follows: "Blessing of the Preobrajensky Regiment, June 3d, 1884". "A new commandment I give unto you, that ye love one another as I have loved you". "From the New Testament, St. John, Chapter 13, Verse 34). The names of the donors are inscribed (etched in the silver) over the sides of the icon. They are as follows: Middle lower: Baron Medem, Kovansky, Count Murafief, Amursky, Neidhart, Kornileff, Count Titischoff. Right wing lower: Martinoff, Count Von Preil, Penherzhevsky, Gadon. Left wing lower: Belgard, Martinoff, Obahoff, Dolgoff II. Right top dome (front): Hartons, Belhart, Domerishkov, Veltzin, Kazin, Zhehacheff; (back): Chekmareff, Komaroff, Palivin, Muravieff, Shipoff, Schmitt. Left top dome (front): General Major Prince Obolensky, Left top dome (front) continued: Evreinoff (meaning in Russian "Son of the Jew"), Korniloff, Ladishensky, Dolhoff. (back): Second Lieutenant Shemiakin, Bakalin, Lt. Peshkoff, Baron Medem. Right side (top): Admiral Ozeroff, Novisitzogg, Kasherinoff, Under Captain Haller, Heirot, Epanchin, Baliasny, Forselles, Vosnesensky, Surelius. Right side (bottom): Kashneff, Malahoff, Bashiloff, Mescherinoff, Merder, Neidhart II, Prince Troubetskoy, Loshhereff, Delsal, Count Loris-Melikoff. Left side (top and bottom): Pensky, Kushkovsky, Adjutant Reiters, Count Stenbok, Captain A.G. Korostovitz, Kakoshkin; Schlitter, Delsal, Janetzky, Mirkuloff, Veimarn, Gardenin, Navrotsky.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.127 SC07.01.5.127
        2443
        A La Vieille Russie (Firm)
        1 page
        Nov. 1945
        Paper
        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, A La Vieille Russie

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures A LA VIEILLE RUSSIE, INC. 785 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

        #2443

        Golden flowers in a rock crystal pot. Three (3) gold "TROLLIUS EUROPAEUS" (Globe Flowers) are made of solid gold, the actual blooms being enamelled (sic) in a clear translucent yellow. The petals are all finely chased underneath the enamelling (sic), emphasizing the translucency of the enamel. The stem, which is also of gold, is grooved with hair-like stripes and is lightly colored in the palest of green tints. The leaves which are very realistically carved from a dark green jade are veined and folded in an accurate duplication of nature's own. Each stem is signed, K. FABERGE, in Russian characters and bears the Russian Imperial Eagle. The conical pot in which these removable flowers stand, is carved from a solid block of rock crystal in such manner as to suggest a natural water-line which is as true to life as the actual would be. On the underside of the pot appear the Russian characters for K. FABERGE.

        This very beautiful object was made by the celebrated Russian Court Jeweler, KARL FABERGE and the piece is extremely rare in that seldom were objects of this type marked with his full name.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        November, 1945

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.128 SC07.01.5.128
        2891
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
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        Paper
        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, A La Vieille Russie

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures A LA VIEILLE RUSSIE, INC. 785 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

        November, 1945 #2891 Lapis-Lazuli combination seal and letter-opener. The handle is a long, bulbous-shaped piece of Lapis-Lazuli, beautifully curved in symmetrical pattern with a gold, hand-chased, ferrule. The blade and the seal, which are interchangeable, are of silver-gilt. MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.129 SC07.01.5.129
        181
        Schaffer Collection
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York #181 Very fine enamel miniature portrait of the Grand Duchess Olga, the eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. It is painted on silver and is enclosed in a gold and silver frame of beautiful bead design, surmounted by crown. Both the frame and the miniature are exceptional in quality. From the personal belongings of her father, Nicholas II. From the Alexandrovsky Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.130 SC07.01.5.130
        540
        Schaffer Collection
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York #540 Very unusual and rare rock crystal cane handle, with the head of a dog etched and enameled inside of the crystal ball in amazingly realistic fashion. It is a superb example of the artistry and craftsmanship of the famous court jeweler to the Czar of Russia, "CARL G. FABERGE", by whom it was made, and who was often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century." The globe of crystal, bound about by gold, is affixed to a wide stippled mounting studded at intervals with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.131 SC07.01.5.131
        598
        Schaffer Collection
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures Rockefeller Center, New York. #598 Pair of superb Wedgwood medallions, one portraying Czar Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, the other, his wife Czarine Alexandra Feodorovna. These rare masterpieces of Wedgwood ware, the greatest of all ceramics, are exquisitely executed in white low relief on a soft green ground. In the perfection of the details and the characterization of the personages represented, they show the painstaking craftsmanship and distinctive elegance of this art. On the back of each of the medallions there is the mark "Wedgwood" and in script "The Czar of Russia" and "The Czarina of Russia", respectively. They were purchased from Madame Anna Viroubova, former lady-in-waiting and personal friend of the Empress Alexandra Feodorovna.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.132 SC07.01.5.132
        1022
        Schaffer Collection
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1022 Most artistically conceived and executed miniature triptych icon sculptured out of solid gold, and signed by K. HAHN, who made some of the Crown Jewels of Russia. Of tiny proportions, this triptych is of a most exquisite design. Shown with the two side panels closed, it exhibits the pierced work border which frames panels with cherubs enameled blue and red. At the top, these doors are surmounted with a sunburst, in the center of which is a dove with outspread wings. On opening the icon, one sees "Christ Blessing the Universe". On the left is "St. Nicholas", the patron saint of Nicholas II, and on the right is "St. Alexander Nevsky", the patron saint of Czar Alexander III. It was presented by Alexander III to his son and successor Nicholas II, with his blessings. At top, the Almighty is depicted with surrounding inscription which reads "Save O Lord Thy People". Placed over the hinges and crowning the top of the central panel, three fluted Russian domes are placed, each surmounted by the Greek Catholic Cross.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.133 SC07.01.5.133
        1044
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1044 Circular gold picture frame of unusually small proportions by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is finely enameled over a chased (guilloche) surface in sky-blue. The border and the inner round opening for the picture are enameled in matte white, bordered with gold. It is surmounted by a gold bow and ribbon enrichment. It contains an original miniature of the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaiovna, the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.134 SC07.01.5.134
        1291
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #1291 Gold gilt silver pencil bearing at its summit a tiny, finely formed mongoose, also of gold gilt silver. It was part of a complete writing set of Czar Alexander III, made by Thomas Cole of London. From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.135 SC07.01.5.135
        1326
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #1326 To celebrate the two hundredth anniversary of the founding of the capital-city St. Petersburg, the late Czar, Nicholas II, commissioned the court jeweler CARL G. FABERGE, to execute an Easter egg to be presented to the Czarina in honor of the occasion. CARL G. FABERGE, jeweler to Czar Nicholas II and to his father Alexander III, had since 1885 executed an Easter egg yearly to be presented by the sovereign to his wife. However, to celebrate so great an occasion in the annals of the Romanoff family, this egg was planned many years before the date of the anniversary and was ready in 1903. When completed, it proved to be the most sumptuous and magnificent of any ever constructed. At the highest point, the egg measures almost six inches, and at the widest four inches, and is constructed entirely of solid gold. (It is marked "72", the equivalent of eighteen karat gold). Covering its surface, an elaborate rococo design forms in its many curves, panels and areas perfectly suited to the particular type of workmanship which Fabergé excelled in designing and his workmaster M. Perchin in executing. The rococo curves are perfectly suited to the egg-shape, and are studded with hundreds of diamonds and scores of rubies. Intertwined bullrushes [sic] arising from the lower part of the egg are done in green gold, against the yellow gold surface, and show Perchin's superb chasing and minute detail. Cat-tails of square cut rubies give the touch of color which is so significant a feature of the egg, and are entwined with garlands of roses contrasting various shades of gold with platinum. On the top of the egg, the diamond monogram of the Czar is enclosed in a wreath enameled in white and emerald green. Around the upper and lower part of the egg are white enameled ribbons, explaining in Russian the significance of the occasion for which the egg was created. Two miniatures around the middle bear portraits of Peter the Great, founder of St. Petersburg (in 1703), and Nicholas II, during whose reign the bicentenary was celebrated (in 1903). Emphasizing the evolution of St. Petersburg during these two hundred years, two other miniatures frame views of the cottage which Peter built on the low-lying ground by the sea, and which was to be the Russian capital, in contrast to the Winter Palace with its grounds as it was under Nicholas II. In the distance of the latter can be seen the Fortress of Peter and Paul with its spire. These four paintings are by VASSILY ZOUEV, with whom Faberge collaborated. He was the most celebrated miniaturist in Russia and was as well miniature painter to the court. Rock crystal was employed instead of glass to cover these paintings and it exactly fits the many-sided panels. The egg bears at the top the monogram and crown of Czar Nicholas II done in diamonds and the date 1703 when St. Petersburg was founded, as well as the date 1903, when the egg was made in celebration of that event. At the bottom, the double-headed Eagle, insignia of the Imperial family, is enameled in black surmounted by the Imperial crown set with diamonds. Over its breast a portrait diamond covers a tiny crest of "St. George and the Dragon" enameled in color. The greatest feature of all, however, is concealed within the egg. On opening it, the mechanism within raises a miniature statue of Peter the Great from the interior. It is executed in solid gold by the Russian Court sculptor G. MALYSHEW, and stands on a sapphire pedestal. It is an exact replica of the colossus representing Peter which to this day stands on a square in St. Petersburg, and which was created on the order of Catherine the Great by Falconet. It is interesting to note that besides the usual hallmarks that were always used, the egg bears the engraved signature "K. Fabergé" and the date 1903. This egg is considered to be the chef d'oeuvre of this great master. It was illustrated on page 3 of the Russian magazine "Stolitza et Usadba" in the April 1, 1916 issue, which was devoted to a description of the Imperial Easter eggs. They were reproduced by special permission of the Czar, and the Peter the Great egg is the first illustrated. It was also reproduced and described in the November, 1936 issue of "The Connoisseur" on page 284, as well as in the "Art News", in its issue of November 7, 1936, on page 16, and in "The New York Sun" of October 31, 1936, page 17. MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.136 SC07.01.5.136
        1479
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1479 A good example of the miniature sculpture of CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler; a baby vulture carved from obsidian and shown seated in a most natural attitude. In its small dimensions every detail of the anatomy is correctly and precisely cut even to a chasing of the individual feathers. The sheen of light within the stone running through front to back creates a varying surface texture as the piece is moved in the light, shifting from a downy grayness to jet black. Diamonds are set in for the eyes. Signed "C. Fabergé." From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo. MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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        1524
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1524 Covered jade vase in a brilliant gold gilt silver mounting. It is designed as a small covered chalice cup, the deep green jade forming the cup part, and mounted on a narrow stem flaring out into a circular base. The jade body is slightly tapered and curves out by means of concentric flutings into a rounded underside. The upper part bears a fluted gold rim and above it the cover is fitted. This is slightly domed and bears on its summit a high, cabochon-cut pink tourmaline as a knob. Signed by FABERGE, the well-known Russian Court jeweler, who is today referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century".

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.138 SC07.01.5.138
        1543
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1543 Miniature picture frame enameled in mauve, signed by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler. It is designed in his French classical manner with a narrow mauve-enameled ground bordered by the motifs associated with this style. Around the beveled glass there is an edge of white matte enamel separated from the mauve surface by a tiny fluted border crossed with ribbons. An outer border of beadwork encloses the frame and over the enameled surface rosettes with short swags are mounted. Bears a hinged easel with the name "Victoria" lettered in openwork.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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        1569
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1569 A large Imperial Russian Crown in gold and silver, and designed with leaves, tendrils and flower forms set with numerous cabochon rubies, cabochon sapphires and diamonds. It is mounted at the top with a diamond-set Greek cross, and a diamond-encircled sapphire. From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.140 SC07.01.5.140
        1735
        Schaffer Collection
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1735 Gold-gilt silver triptych picture frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the Russian Court jeweler, containing an exquisite drawing. The entire frame is paneled with the ivory-like hollywood and the triptych doors are clasped in the middle by a Greek Catholic cross. Opening the doors, he drawing is seen to be set into an oval opening covered with beveled glass and surrounded by a row of pearls. The ground surrounding the drawing is in Faberge's white enamel, given a great brilliance by the chased undersurface. At the corners winged cherubs are placed.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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        1749
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1749 Umbrella handle in the form of an eagle's head, by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. The head is carved in a highly stylised (sic) manner out of a light green jade, with the eyes fashioned of two large beautiful red Ural stones mounted in gold. The white translucent enamel of the mounting is the type which Fabergé perfected and its sheen is further heightened by the guilloche under-surface. At the top and bottom it is bounded by bands of wreaths in vari-colored gold. From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        1763/2723
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #1763/2723 Very rare miniature animal studies of an elephant by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. One is in silver, and is fully signed by the master, while the second, in gold, is unmarked. This was most likely made as a mate to the silver one. Presumably, they were silver and golden wedding anniversary gifts. They are both modelled in an extremely naturalistic manner, with all the characteristics of the animal carried out with great fidelity to nature.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2122
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2122 An original photograph from the collection of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia. It shows a whole group of photographs of the Czar, Czarina and their children. A large photograph of the Czar himself, is in the center, flanked by smaller ones showing the Czarina with the Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana and Maria. From the Hermitage Museum. Originally in the Winter Palace.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2247
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2247 Gold mounted sapphire-studded rock crystal perfume vial by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is designed in a cylindrical manner banded about the opening with gold, and bears a gold cover enameled in a translucent white. The whole bottle is studded all over in a polka-dot arrangement with cabochon-cut sapphires and bears about the opening a Greek fret chased in the gold.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2278 A charming fantaisie by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. In a solid gold cage perched on a golden bar on which rest two tiny golden containers for seed, is a parrot cut out of a single piece of pink quart with ruby gold-mounted eyes and gold claws. It is a very fine example of Fabergé's animal sculpture. In its life-like presentation, all the details of feathers, wing and attitude are faithfully rendered and, most naturalistic in aspect on one side of the cage, is a tiny door of fine construction which is typical of the work of this master. The cage rests on a slab of red nephrite highly polished and harmonizing so beautifully in color with the red gold cage and the pink color of the parrot. It is a signed piece by this celebrated artist and is indeed a creation making him worthy of the title "Cellini of the 19th century."

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2279 Kovsh by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, carved out of rock crystal into which is etched a highly conventionalized all-over leaf pattern. The shape is exquisite, being wide and flat. It stands on a gold base with four feet each extending from a leaf. Around the rim is a gold mounting which comes to a point at the front and bears on its summit a pear-shaped pearl in an open-work gold mounting. The handle also, is carved out of gold into the form of a female head surrounded by leaves and flowers, and is embellished with nine small and one larger ruby and two rows of diamonds, one of which serves as a necklace for the figure. The piece, elaborate as it is in its sumptuous decoration, somehow give the feeling of utter simplicity because of the harmony of the movement of line. It is a specimen of Fabergé's work which amply earns for him the title "Cellini of the nineteenth century".

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

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        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2281 Interesting miniature Easter egg carved out of opal. It combines most beautifully a rich brown with iridescent shades of greens and blues. By CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. From the personal belongings of the Grand Duchess Olga, eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT.

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        2297
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2297 Solid gold pin in the shape of a wild rose, very beautifully enameled in a soft shade of pink and giving a most delightful and lifelike effect. From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.149 SC07.01.5.149
        2299
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2299 A most unusual flower creation by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, who is often referred to today as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century". Beautifully conceived and executed, it represents a spray of lilies-of-the valley [underlined] fashioned of pearls with diamond tips, on a gold stem and with two large leaves of jade. The spray stands in what appears to be a red clay flower [underlined] pot filled with moss, but the pot actually is of silver and enameled in a matte brick red, the color of the natural clay, while the moss is of gold, so artfully employed that one can scarcely believe that it is not actually moss. So ingeniously is the entire object executed that it gives a most lifelike and naturalistic effect. One feels that the flower is planted in the pot, and only upon closer examination does one realize that the whole is created from such precious materials as gold, silver, pearls, diamonds and jade.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2300 Unusual flower creation by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. Beautifully conceived and executed, it represents a spray of lilies-of-the-valley [underlined] fashioned of pearls with diamond tips, on a gold stem and with two large leaves of jade. The spray stands in what seems to be a glass of water, but what is actually a rock crystal vase so created as to give the perfect illusion of water. So ingeniously is the entire object executed that it gives a most lifelike effect. One actually feels that the lily-of-the-valley is standing in the water and only on close examination does one realize that the whole is created from gold, pearls, jade, crystal, etc.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.151 SC07.01.5.151
        2322
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2322 An exceptionally fine miniature sculpture of a blood hound by the celebrated Russian Court jeweler CARL G. FABERGE. The animal is carved from a single piece of vari-colored agate ranging in shade from a light gray to a reddish brown. He is shown in the attitude of following the scent, and most noteworthy in this specimen is the impression one gains of his great strength and power. The lowered head, the sniffing nose, the upcurled tail, and long ears almost touching the ground, are all most remarkable, and most life-like. One actually seems to feel that the dog is following one, so realistic is the whole creation. In its small dimensions every detail of the anatomy is correctly and precisely carved, even to the chasing of the individual markings on the dog. Diamonds are set in for the eyes.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2323 Miniature sculpture by CARL G. FABERGE, of an eagle, carved from vari-colored brown and gray agate, and with feet of gold. It is an exceptionally fine example by this great Russian artist, and every portion of the bird's anatomy has been minutely carved with the greatest attention to detail. The bird is shown standing in repose with wings folded in, and head slightly turned to one side. The beak is carved to almost knife-like sharpness, and diamonds are set in for the eyes, giving a most naturalistic expression. Adding to the impression one has of the great strength and ferocity of this bird, are the highly polished and sharp claws which are rendered with the highest degree of precision.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2325 Miniature rooster carved out of transparent carnelian, by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. In its small dimensions, every detail of the anatomy is correctly and precisely cut, even to the chasing of the individual feathers. The legs are of gold with the paws minutely chased and with sharp claws, while diamonds are set in for the eyes. It is a fine example of the miniature sculptures in semi-precious stones for which Fabergé was famous.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2325 Unique sculpture of a hornbill by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. This exotic bird with its exceptionally long curved beak, is shown in a seated position, with its head upraised. It is carved from flawless smoky topaz, beautiful in color. The rendition of the bird is executed with broad, sweeping lines, yet with great attention and fidelity to detail. Diamonds mounted in yellow gold are set in for the eyes. It is in every respect an example typical of the fine animal sculptures by Fabergé.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK

        #2340 A magnificent specimen of the animal sculpture of CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, is this large owl carved out of a single piece of obsidian. This rare and excessively brittle stone is here used to the greatest advantage. It is so carved and polished as to bring out all the hidden lights. The model for the sculpture was apparently an old bird, who sits looking at us sideways in a most quizzical fashion. His large eyes are set with tiger eyes, mounted in each corner with tiny diamonds, all set in gold. The roving quality of the tiger eyes is in admirable harmony with the nature of the obsidian, which changes and gives such an unusual silvery-gray sheen when light strikes it at various angles. The fine carving and imbricated plumage are most typical of the genius of Fabergé. The wings are an interesting feature, being irregular in their foldings (sic), in conformity with the position of the bird, slightly turned. In the original Fabergé hollywood case.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2353
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2353 Very unusual gold pendant in the form of a lozenge, by BOLIN, the well-known Russian jeweler, who made many outstanding objects for members of the Russian Imperial family, as well as for other important personages. In the center is a large diamond surrounded by four smaller ones. At the top is set a star cabochon-cut ruby of unusual color, while on the other three points are large cabochon-cut star sapphires. Bordering the piece on both sides, are finely chased gold ropes.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2373
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2373 Rare Russian silver tray of the early nineteenth century, made in St. Petersburg circa 1815 during the reign of Czar Alexander I (1801-1825). It is a plain rectangular tray standing on four ball feet, and bordered with a pierced and beaded gallery, and baring two gracefully shaped handles, also beaded. MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2376
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2376 Gold link bracelet by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. The center bears a shield-shaped plaque which is translucently enameled over a chased (guilloché) surface in a rich red, and against this background is mounted the Russian Imperial double-headed Eagle, beautifully chased. The breast bears a diamond and the crown surmounting it is likewise set with a diamond. Of exquisite refinement and delicacy it is a piece typical of the work of this great artist.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2419
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2419 Rectangular gold gilt silver frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. The opening for the picture is large and square and the border rather narrow, which gives a most unusual effect. The border, is enameled over a chased "guilloché" surface in a rich translucent red, over which is appliqued formal scrollwork in gold gilt silver. Pilasters enameled in fine shades of green and white complete the decoration, and blend beautifully with the entire composition. The back is paneled with hollywood.

        MRS. JOHN. L. PRATT

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        2421
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
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        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2421 Exceptionally fine rectangular gold frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, enameled over a chased (guilloché) surface in an extremely pale blue. Both the inner rectangular border for the picture and the outer border are perfectly plain. Surmounting the frame is a gold riband from which are suspended pendant festoons of berried laurel, and in each corner are rosettes inset with tiny diamonds. The back is paneled with ivory and bears a fancifully designed easel.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2445
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2445 An exceptional piece by the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, CARL G. FABERGE, is this large ash tray fashioned of gold. The shape is most graceful and unusual, being of trefoil design. From each of the three points thus formed, a gold handle extends, each handle being set with a gold coin of Catherine the Great, and dated 1766, 1773, and 1783. Fabergé was very fond of using these old Russian coins in completing his designs and they are here used to perfection. The coins are of green gold and are a fine contrast to the interior of the tray, which is a highly polished red gold. The exterior is a surprise feature, as it is finely fluted, with typical Fabergé precision and painstaking craftsmanship.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2453
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
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        Sales records
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2453 A large goose carved out of a piece of rock crystal by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. The goose is shown in a standing position with the long neck gracefully lifted, and the head turned slightly to one side. Tiny gold-mounted diamonds are set in for the eyes. The imbricated plumage is finely rendered, and so life-like is the creation, that one feels that at any moment the goose will begin to waddle along. Fabergé was a great genius in the field of animal sculpture, and has here captured the charm of this bird, and given life to this finely carved stone.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        2454
        Schaffer Collection
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        Sales records
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2454 Amethystine owl by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. Carved out of a single piece of this stone, which was especially chosen for its unusual color and shading, the owl is finely chased in great detail. Tiny gold-mounted olivenes (sic) are set in for the eyes, and such a choice was a happy inspiration, as they add greatly to the character of the bird. He is shown with his meticulously chased gold feet perched on an ivory stand which has sapphire tips. The whole rests on a base which is composed of a single slap (sic) of lapis lazuli. A typical Fabergé nicety is added near the base: - two tiny enameled bands, one in white matte enamel, and the other in a lovely shade of translucent pink enamel, complete the color harmony, and are a charming surprise.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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        Sales records
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2455. Miniature gold Easter egg, with four sections finely enameled a deep blue, and set in each corner with a gold star and in the center with a cabochon ruby. In between these sections, the gold surfaces are beautifully fluted. #2456. Tiny Easter rabbit mounted in an egg-shaped gold ring. The bunny is beautifully carved out of a single piece of amethyst. Around his neck is a gold collar from which is suspended a gold-mounted olivene (sic), while olivenes (sic) are also set in for the eyes. Both of these are by the famous Russian Court jeweler, CARL G. FABERGE, and are from the belongings of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.165 SC07.01.5.165
        2457, 2461, 2467, 2474
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2457. Miniature Easter egg of rock crystal, finely etched with four four-leaf clovers, in the center of each of which is a ruby or an emerald. #2461. Miniature gold Easter egg enameled over a chased (guilloché) surface in a rich red, with a gold band running around its side. #2467. Miniature gold Easter egg enameled over a chased (guilloché) surface in a pale apple green. Superimposed are two white matte enameled lilies with leaves. #2474. Miniature gold Easter egg, very simple in design. Its sole decoration consists of a calyx outlined at the top in deep ultramarine blue enamel. They are by CARL G. FABERGE, the well-known Russian Court jeweler, and are from the belongings of the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaiovna, the second daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.166 SC07.01.5.166
        2460, 2465, 2470, 2472
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2460. Miniature gold Easter egg, beautifully decorated with alternating panels of red and white translucent enamel. The white portions are further embellished with overlaid tiny blue flowers and green leaves. #2465. Miniature gold Easter egg fashioned as a gold egg-shaped ring enameled over a chased surface in a shimmering white. From its center is suspended a gold-mounted ruby. #2470. Miniature gold Easter egg fashioned as a gold egg-shaped ring, in which stands a gold-mounted egg-shaped aquamarine. #2472. Miniature Easter egg carved out of a single piece of the rare Russian semi-precious stone, orletz. Wound about the egg is a gold serpent, exquisitely chased, its head set with an emerald. These are by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, and are from the belongings of the Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaiovna, the eldest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.167 SC07.01.5.167
        2464, 2468
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2464. Miniature Easter egg carved out of a single piece of dark green jade, mounted in a gold wreath which divides the egg into three portions. Two points of the wreath are set with rubies. #2468. Miniature gold Easter egg finely enameled over a chased (guilloché) surface in a rich red. One side is set with a . (sic) pearl, while the other bears abbreviations in gold letters, which stand for the traditional Easter greeting "Christ is Risen". These are by the celebrated Russian Court jeweler CARL G. FABERGE, and are from the belongings of the Grand Duchess Anastasia Nicholaiovna, the youngest daughter of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.168 SC07.01.5.168
        2496
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2496 Tiny vase with two small handles, beautifully carved out of rock crystal. The entire surface is cut with a basketwork design, while the top is mounted with a gold rim which is set with alternating diamonds and rubies. It is by the celebrated Russian Court jeweler CARL G. FABERGE, who is today often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century". From the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.169 SC07.01.5.169
        2497
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2497 Small gold cup by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is tapering in shape, and stands on a very short round base. On one side is a curiously formed openwork handle. The most engaging feature is the decoration around the side of the cup. The lower portion is so chased as to look like water, in which are swimming two fishes, the tails and heads of which are blue sapphires. So cleverly chased are the sapphires and the gold, that the bodies of the fishes seem to be submerged in the water. The artifice is so well executed, that one actually thinks the fishes are playfully swimming in the water. It is a piece typical of the fantaisies (sic) which Fabergé delighted in creating for members of the Imperial family, as well as for other important personages throughout the world.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.170 SC07.01.5.170
        2498
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2498 Exquisite brooch by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is designed as a horizontal figure eight, with a large cabochon emerald of lovely color set in each side. Each is surrounded by diamonds mounted in openwork gold setting. It is a piece typical of the craftsmanship of this great artist, and of his fine, discriminating taste. From the personal belongings of Czarina Alexandria Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.171 SC07.01.5.171
        2512
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2512 Unusual set of six large silver spoons, very simple both in design and in ornamentation. The bowl of each is sharply pointed, while the handle is of shield shape, and on which is chased a shield surmounted by crown, and which bears the date "1770" as well as the words: "Concordia et Laetitia". The center of the shield shows two hands clasped in a handshake. The reverse is dated 1850 and bears the initials "A.C.". The set was made in 1850 in St. Petersburg by the well-known firm "Nichols and Plinke", who made many outstanding objects for members of the Imperial family.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.172 SC07.01.5.172
        2524
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2524 Gold ring mounted with an exceptional emerald of over five carats and of remarkable brilliance and color. The mounting was designed with the greatest simplicity in order to fully bring out the beauty of the stone. Originally in the personal belongings of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.173 SC07.01.5.173
        2525
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2525 A most exceptional star ruby of thirty carats, unusual for its size, shape and color of great intensity and richness. It is mounted into an exquisite yellow gold ring, which consists of a broad band pierced throughout its entire surface, and chased with foliations and flowers which show exceedingly fine craftsmanship. The mounting for the stone is in the form of a collar of laurel leaves. The general composition of the ring, with its fine material and excellent workmanship, combined with its exquisite lightness and grace, mark it as an important example of the jeweler's art.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.174 SC07.01.5.174
        2568
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2568 Exquisite miniature gold frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian court jeweler, of the fine quality and discriminating taste associated with the work of this master craftsman. Its surface is chased (guilloché) in a sunburst pattern enameled pale green [underlined]. The inner border, enclosing photograph, is set with pearls, while the outer border is beautifully chased with an oak leaf motif of green gold, crossed at intervals with bands of red gold. The back is of ivory and bears a fancifully designed gold easel.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.175 SC07.01.5.175
        2651
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2651 Fine Russian lapis lazuli and gold snuff box. It is of cartouche form and is carved out of superb blue Russian lapis with the hinge and rims mounted in gold. The cover bears in the center the gold and diamond studded monogram and crown of Empress Maria Feodorovna, mother of Nicholas II, the late Czar of Russia, and wife of Czar Alexander III.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.176 SC07.01.5.176
        2657
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2657 Small eighteen carat gold Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian court jeweler. It opens through the center on a hinge and its entire surface is divided into four horizontal panels, each richly chased in typical FABERGE craftsmanship with interweaving foliations which stand out in bold relief against the finely stippled background. The top is set with a faceted ruby and upon opening the egg, one finds within, embedded in a lovely antique fabric, a small diamond and ruby ring. The central diamond is a golden color and this is surrounded by a circlet of six faceted rubies. It is an exquisite example of the discriminating taste and precise craftsmanship of this great artist. This piece, for quality and for beauty, is in a class with the Russian Imperial Master eggs which are today so justly famous.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.177 SC07.01.5.177
        2675
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2675 Circular ash tray by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It was executed during the World War from material captured at the front and melted. It is of copper and bears in the center a large Russian Imperial double-headed Eagle. At the top are the words "War 1914", and at the bottom is the signature "K. FABERGE" in large letters.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.178 SC07.01.5.178
        2680
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2680 Exceptionally fine miniature gold frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, enameled over a chased (guilloché) surface in a scintillating white. It is a small oval frame and the inner oval opening for the picture is bordered with pearls while the outer border is finely chased in typical FABERGE fashion with oak leaves in two shades of gold and set at intervals with lovely rubies in square gold mountings. At the top is a highly polished ribbon box attachment. The back is paneled with ivory and bears a beautifully fashioned gold easel.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.179 SC07.01.5.179
        2691
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2691 Paper knife with gold and topaz handle by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. The stone is of a rich golden color and is so shaped that it may be easily grasped. Around its collar is a gold band chased in typical FABERGE classical style. It is a good example of the fine craftsmanship and excellent taste of this great artist, who is today often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century".

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.180 SC07.01.5.180
        2692
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2692 Miniature owl by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, carved out of a single piece of opal especially chosen for its fine color and shading. The bird, which is of exceptionally small proportions, is shown standing on a gold perch which rests on an agate base. In its small dimensions, the details of the anatomy are correctly and precisely rendered. Two rubies are set in for the eyes. A charming example of the work of this great artist, who made so many important objets d'art for members of the Russian Imperial family, as well as for other important personages throughout the world.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.181 SC07.01.5.181
        2722
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2722 Charming "fantaisie" by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, a tourmaline parrot of soft rose-color shading into a pale green tail and with emerald eyes, diamond collar and gold feet, perches on a swinging ivory bar which carries silver gilt pails on either end, filled with seed. Ingeniously contrived, the swing is suspended from a silver gilt stand mounted on a round tray in typical Fabergé classical inspiration.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.182 SC07.01.5.182
        2786
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2786 Gold kovsh by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian court jeweler, designed in the ancient Byzantine manner. The round full bowl is decorated with eight spade-shaped panels bearing alternating leaf patterns with four Russian Imperial double-headed Eagles, all in bold relief. The eagles are chased with amazingly fine precision, and show the ball and scepter of sovereignty, the three crowns, St. George Slaying the Dragon, and the tiny shields, all in wonderful clarity and detail. The kovsh stands on a short outflaring [sic] fluted foot, while the shoulder is absolutely plain. The most exotic feature is the handle which springs up from the base in the form of a horn, and which is surmounted by a finial consisting of a single large emerald. An outstanding work of this great artist, often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century".

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.183 SC07.01.5.183
        2821
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2821 Miniature gold and platinum charm in the form of a bull dog. The collar is gold, the eyes are rubies, and the body is set with ten large diamonds and many smaller ones.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.184 SC07.01.5.184
        2859
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2859 Gold frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, enameled over a chased guilloche surface in a most interesting pattern combining areas of various sizes in red, white, and blue enamel, the colors of the Imperial Standard.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.185 SC07.01.5.185
        2868
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2868 Miniature gold Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is enameled over a chased guilloché surface in a rich green. The top is decorated with classical fluted mounting and with chased gold garlands crossed at intervals with ribbons and from which are suspended pendant festoons. These are carried out in vari-colored gold, typical of the work of this master craftsman.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.186 SC07.01.5.186
        2869
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2869 Miniature gold Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is finely enameled over a chased guilloché surface in a raspberry red. One side of the egg is decorated with an applied miniature sculpture in gold of an elephant with up-turned trunk. This is outlined by a band of white matte enamel separated from the red by narrow gold bands. MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.187 SC07.01.5.187
        2870
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2870 Miniature gold Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. It is set around the center with a faceted emerald, a faceted ruby, and two faceted sapphires.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.188 SC07.01.5.188
        2881
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2881 Circular silver tray by Nichols & Plinke, outstanding silversmiths of English origin who settled and worked in Russia at the request of the Imperial family. Designed with the greatest simplicity the center bears an oval-shaped decoration suitable for monogramming, while the border is heavily chased and engraved with a classical pattern.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.189 SC07.01.5.189
        2882
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER NEW YORK #2882 Gold frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler. In typical Fabergé design, the rectangular opening for the picture is bordered by bead and dash pattern, while the outside border is likewise designed with a classical pattern, set in each corner with a rosette. In between these, the area is overlaid with a chased guilloché surface enameled a most unusual shade of greyish blue and this is overlaid with rich gold festoons and shell motifs. Bears a fancifully designed gold easel.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.190 SC07.01.5.190
        JZ-1, JZ-2, JZ-3, JZ-4
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK #JZ-1, 2, 3, 4. Group of gold animal charms, of fine quality. One represents a gold bear standing on a pearl [underlined]; one is a bulldog [underlined] with diamond collar and tail; another is a dog with ruby [underlined] eyes and diamond collar [underlined]; and the fourth is a dog carved in Chinese fashion [underlined].

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.191 SC07.01.5.191
        L-14
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK #L-14 Most unusual and rare split Easter egg by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian Court jeweler, who is today often referred to as the "Cellini of the nineteenth century". It is a particularly noteworthy example of his genius. Carved out of nephrite and beautifully polished, it is split lengthwise through the center, which is mounted in gold with a laurel leaf design. On front and back are oval openings for pictures bordered with gold chased with the classic dart and triple dot motif. The surprise feature however, is discovered upon opening the egg. Each portion bears on the back a beautifully fashioned gold easel, so that when the egg is open, it can easily stand upon its easels, enabling one to see both pictures at the same time. It is a very beautiful piece, and in every detail is typical of the fine taste and exacting craftsmanship of this great master.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.192 SC07.01.5.192
        G.25
        Schaffer Collection
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures, Rockefeller Center

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures ROCKEFELLER CENTER, NEW YORK #G.25 Diamond-shaped rock crystal frame by CARL G. FABERGE, the celebrated Russian court jeweler, of the utmost delicacy and refinement. The round opening for the picture is bordered with emeralds, and through the center on top and bottom runs a golden stem bearing three gold tulips, each with four tiny gold-mounted rubies. The border is finely fluted and is crossed at intervals with leaves of a contrasting shade of gold, while in each corner is set a diamond. The opening for the picture is backed with ivory, while the frame is supported by a gold easel exquisite in shape.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 6 Item: SC07.01.5.193 SC07.01.5.193
        Gold presentation box of Nicholas II of Russia
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English

        Gold presentation box of Nicholas II of Russia


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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Schaffer Collection, Russian Imperial Art Treasures

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] The Schaffer Collection of Russian Imperial Art Treasures

        GOLD PRESENTATION BOX OF NICHOLAS II OF RUSSIA BY FABERGE This exquisite example of the incomparable artistry of Fabergé is circular in shape. The top is enamelled [sic] in a lovely shade of rich iridescent blue over a guilloché surface. In the center is a raised oval reserve bordered by a row of pearls, a band of gold filigree and gracefully curved diamond set volutes extending to the outer rim. In this reserve is found the Russian Imperial Eagle, entirely set with diamonds and surmounted by the crown set with two rubies. In the eagle's center is placed a finely chased shield showing "St. George Slaying the Dragon". Upon opening the box, the bottom of the inside is found to be enameled in the same deep blue as the top. In the center is the coat-of-arms of the Romanoff's, completely surrounded by a rayed sunburst design. Presented to Nicholas II by his wife Alexandra Feodorovna, upon the occasion of the three hundredth anniversary of the founding of the Romanoff dynasty, 1613-1913. Fully signed by CARL G. FABERGE, jeweler to the Imperial Court, and bears the rare gold mark 72.

        MRS. JOHN L. PRATT

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SC-07-02
Series 2: Hammer Galleries
Hammer Galleries
220 items Box 1 (5 Folders, 1 Oversize Item and 1 Binder)
1933-1945, undated
Scope and Contents

This series is comprised of invoices, price tags, item descriptions, exhibition labels and correspondence that document the purchases Pratt made from the Hammer Galleries in the 1930s and 1940s. The Lord and Taylor invoices are undated, but the item numbers match up with Hammer Galleries price tags, and the Galleries did present and sell their collection at Lord and Taylor in the early 1930s (probably 1934 based upon letterhead from the item descriptions).

Price tags were often annotated with price reductions or alterations in the item's description. Item descriptions are extremely detailed, and include the item number and the date purchased. Most of the item descriptions were annotated by museum staff at some point with VMFA accession numbers. A note in Pratt's hand is written on the item description for a traveling clock (item number 5253, purchased June 16, 1933) and says "Given to H.R.H. Princess Margaret Rose of England May 1939." She received a letter of acknowledgment and appreciation back from Lady Constance Harriet Stuart Gaskell, a Woman of the Bedchamber to Queen Mary.

Finally, the few exhibition labels were used in the Hammer Collection's "Russian Imperial Exhibit" at Lord and Taylor. Four are still mounted on the original gold colored panels.

The series is divided into five subseries: Series 2.1: Lord and Taylor Invoices, [1933]; Series 2.2: Price Tags, undated; Series 2.3: Item Descriptions, 1933-1945, undated; Series 2.4: Exhibition Labels, 1933-1934, undated; Series 2.5: Correspondence, 1939.

  • SC-07-02.1
    Series 2.1: Lord and Taylor Invoices
    [1933]
    • Folder 7
      Hammer Galleries
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 7 Item: SC07.02.1.001 SC07.02.1.001
        Ikon 5278, Ikon 5282, Ikon 5283, Ikon 5279, Ikon 5277
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, [1933]
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        Ikon 5278, Ikon 5282, Ikon 5283, Ikon 5279, Ikon 5277


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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 7 Item: SC07.02.1.002 SC07.02.1.002
        Ikon 5281, Ikon 5280, Ikon 5286, Ikon 5284
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, [1933]
        Paper
        Invoices
        English

        Ikon 5281, Ikon 5280, Ikon 5286, Ikon 5284


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100586270/   101652739.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 7 Item: SC07.02.1.003 SC07.02.1.003
        5278, 5282, 5259, 5284, 5279
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, [1933]
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 7 Item: SC07.02.1.004 SC07.02.1.004
        5283, 5281, 5286, 5280
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, [1933]
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 7 Item: SC07.02.1.005 SC07.02.1.005
        Icon D 1000, Icon 4580
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, [1933]
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 7 Item: SC07.02.1.006 SC07.02.1.006
        Cope X 896, Ikon 5232
        1 page
        Feb. 23, [1933]
        Paper
        Invoices
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

  • SC-07-02.2
    Series 2.2: Price Tags
    undated
    • Binder
      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.001 SC07.02.2.001
        E-43
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.002 SC07.02.2.002
        A-104
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.003 SC07.02.2.003
        A-105
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.004 SC07.02.2.004
        D-1000
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.005 SC07.02.2.005
        H-3825
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.006 SC07.02.2.006
        H-4098
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.007 SC07.02.2.007
        4108
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.008 SC07.02.2.008
        X-4110
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.009 SC07.02.2.009
        4122-C
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.010 SC07.02.2.010
        4404
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.011 SC07.02.2.011
        4580 (2 tags attached together)
        2 items
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English

        4580 (2 tags attached together)


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100587854/   101652754.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.012 SC07.02.2.012
        4809
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.013 SC07.02.2.013
        4809
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.014 SC07.02.2.014
        4830
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.015 SC07.02.2.015
        5054
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.016 SC07.02.2.016
        5253
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.017 SC07.02.2.017
        5253
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.018 SC07.02.2.018
        5259
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.019 SC07.02.2.019
        5358
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.020 SC07.02.2.020
        5523
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.021 SC07.02.2.021
        5524
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.022 SC07.02.2.022
        5524
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.023 SC07.02.2.023
        5846
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.024 SC07.02.2.024
        X-6101
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.025 SC07.02.2.025
        6577
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.026 SC07.02.2.026
        X-6787
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.027 SC07.02.2.027
        X-6794
        1 item
        undated
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        Price tags
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.02.2.028 SC07.02.2.028
        10685-B
        1 item
        undated
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        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Icon A68, Icon, Icon, H3825, Cheese Scoop, Icon A105, Icon 5846, Snuffbox 6577
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        Icon A68, Icon, Icon, H3825, Cheese Scoop, Icon A105, Icon 5846, Snuffbox 6577


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100589977/   101652772.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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  • SC-07-02.3
    Series 2.3: Item Descriptions
    1933-1945, undated
    • Folder 8
      Hammer Galleries
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.001 SC07.02.3.001
        X 4110
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 25, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 25, 1933 Article No. X 4110 Runner made of 18th century brocade in a striped design of gold and various colors. From a portion of a Priest's robe woven and worn in Russia. From a collection used in the chapels of the Russian Imperial Palaces in St. Petersburg, consisting of hand-loomed brocades, damasks, handcut velvets, and altar sets. The metal brocades are woven with genuine gold and silver threads.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y. 

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.002 SC07.02.3.002
        F 99 D
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 25, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 25, 1933 Article No. F 99 D Knife of gold on silver, exquisitely chased and hand-hammered, with Mother-of-Pearl handle. Polish, Circa 1870. From the Winter Palace Collection in St. Petersburg, Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.003 SC07.02.3.003
        F 99 C
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 25, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 25, 1933 Article No. F 99 C Fork of gold on silver, exquisitely chased and hand-hammered, with Mother-of-Pearl handle. Russian, Circa 1870. From the Winter Palace Collection in St. Petersburg, Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.004 SC07.02.3.004
        H 4098
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 26, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 26, 1933 Article No. H-4098 Silver Hand Mirror bearing the initials "AN" under the Imperial Crown, for Grand Duchess Anastasia, who was the youngest daughter of Nicholai II, the last Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.005 SC07.02.3.005
        5054
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 26, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 26, 1933 Article No. 5054 A small modern Icon of "St. George the Conqueror." Painted on metal and framed by the well-known Klebnikov of St. Petersburg. The frame is decorated in beautiful enamel work and bears the Russian hallmark "84" denoting the finest quality silver; also bears the stamp of the Imperial Double-headed Eagle, showing that it was made especially for a member of the Russian Royal Family. From the collection belonging to Nicholai II and his wife Alexandra, in the Winter and Alexander Palaces.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.006 SC07.02.3.006
        5358
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 26, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 26, 1933 Article No. 5358 Large Serving Spoon of gold on silver. On the handle appear the Imperial coat-of-arms, crown and monogram of Grand Duchess Elizabeth Mauvriekovna, wife of Grand Duke Konstantin. It was made by Hunt and Roskell of England.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.007 SC07.02.3.007
        H 4108
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 26, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 26, 1933 Article No. H 4108 Photograph in a silver frame of Serge Alexandrovitch, who was the brother of Alexander III, and his wife, Elizaveta Feodorovna, who was the sister of Czarina Alexandra. On one side is engraved a crown and the inscription: "Serge;" on the other side, a crown and the inscription: "Elizaveta." At the bottom, the dates "1891-1904;" at the top, a small crown and an enamel plaque of St. George Slaying the Dragon. Made by Faberge, the famous jeweler of the last Court of the Romanoffs.

        From the Collection in the Winter Palace, St. Petersburg, Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg, Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.008 SC07.02.3.008
        4809
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 26, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 26, 1933 Article No. H 4809 Fruit Spoon of gold on silver, beautifully designed, with an urn and shield engraved with the Imperial Crown. On the reverse side are the various silver marks, - "84" denoting sterling quality in Russia, the initials "MF" for the maker, the date 1850, and the Imperial Russian Double-headed Eagle. An interesting feature of this spoon is the manner in which the crown is engraved, being cut through the gold surface to show the silver beneath. From the Anitchkov Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.009 SC07.02.3.009
        X 6101
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 27, 1933 Article No. X 6101 Square of red velvet richly embroidered with gold stars of passementerie, also a design worked in beads and various colored stones. Finished with gold Gothic galoon. Part of a chasuble. Russian, Circa 1880. From a collection used in the chapels of the Russian Imperial Palaces in St. Petersburg, consisting of hand-loomed brocades, damasks, handcut (sic) velvets, and altar sets. The metal brocades are woven with genuine gold and silver threads.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.010 SC07.02.3.010
        4830
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 27, 1933 Article No. 4830 Icon, "The Twelve Apostles." Seventeenth century, Northern School. Gold on bronze mounting. From the collection in the Winter Palace, St. Petersburg, of Nicholai II, the last Czar of Russia

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.011 SC07.02.3.011
        4809
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 27, 1933 Article No. 4809

        Set of twelve Fruit Spoons of gold on silver, beautifully designed, with an urn and shield engraved with the Imperial Crown. On the reverse side are the various silver marks, - "84" denoting sterling quality in Russia, - the initials "MF" for the maker, the date 1850, and the Imperial Russian Double-headed Eagle. An interesting feature of these spoons is the manner in which the crown is engraved, being cut through the gold surface to show the silver beneath. From the Anitchkov Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia. Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.012 SC07.02.3.012
        10685-B
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 1, 1933 Article No. 10685-B Cup of gold on silver, with handsomely chased "neilo" (black enamel effect) decorations. Made in Russia and dated 1834. From the collection in the Winter Palace, St. Petersburg, Russia, of Nicholai I.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.013 SC07.02.3.013
        5253
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 2, 1933 Article No. 5253 Thin gold watch made by Leroy, Paris, for the Czarina Alexandra, whose monogram and crown in red enamel are delicately inlaid on the back. This simple but graceful time-piece was one of the last acquisitions of the Czarina. From her personal quarters in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.014 SC07.02.3.014
        5259
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 14, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 14, 1933 Article No. 5259 Gold on silver enameled Caviar Spoon. Russian, hallmarked "88" denoting the highest quality of Russian silver. Also bears the initials "I.M." of the maker. From the collection in the Alexander Palace of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, who was the wife of Nicholai II, the last Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.015 SC07.02.3.015
        D 1000
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 17, 1933 Article No. D 1000 Silver and enamel Tryptich, set with semi-precious stones. In the center is shown the head of Christ; on the left is Saint Nicholas; on the right, the Guardian Angel. From the collection of Alexandra Feodorovna, who was the wife of Nicholai II, the last Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.016 SC07.02.3.016
        4580
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Exhibit, E. 52nd Street

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 17, 1933 Article No. 4580 Icon of the early seventeenth century, Ulanov School, "Dormition of the Virgin." Below, among the prophets, disciples and saints, lies the Virgin while her Soul is represented as an infant in the arms of her Son, who will transport it to Paradise. On either side of Christ are Archangels; above Him, under the arch, are the Cherubim and Seraphim. At the top of the icon appears God the Father with the Holy Ghost. Immediately beneath is the Sabor of Angels awaiting Our Lady, who ascends from Earth. In the heavens, among other saints, are seen Thomas, John the Divine, Peter, Alexander, Paul, Philip and Savva. Below, in front of the bier, is Athonius, a Jew, who dared to place his hands on the bier to upset it. An Angel cut off the hands, but on Athonius saying an "Ave," Peter healed him. From the collection of the Czarina Alexandra in the Winter Palace, St. Petersburg. Mrs. John L. Pratt Chatham Fredericksburg Virginia

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.017 SC07.02.3.017
        5253
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        June 16, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT Given to R.P. H. Princess Margaret Rose of England May 1939 [handwritten] June 16th, 1933. Article No. 5253 English silver Traveling Clock in wooden case. Made for Queen Victoria by Dimmick, Maker to Her Majesty the Queen, Cowes, England. Inscribed on the face: "From Grandmama 1894". Given by Queen Victoria to her grandchild, the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna. From the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye-Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Hotel McAlpin New York, New York

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.018 SC07.02.3.018
        3550
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2nd, 1933 Article No. 3550 Wooden Wine Ladle. Beautifully inlayed with metal. Part of the Winter Palace Collection.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.019 SC07.02.3.019
        3623
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2, 1933 3623. Handkerchief. Fine linen handkerchief embroidered with the crown and monogram of the Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, Mother of Nicholai II. The border is block printed with a series of brown and blue elephants. It is significant to the superstitious that the trunks of the elephant are turned down where is (sic) those of the lucky elephants are turned up. From the private quarters of the Dowager Empress in the Anitchkov Palace in St. Petersburg.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.020 SC07.02.3.020
        F43
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2, 1933 F43. Paper Knife. Gold on silver blade. Mounted in mother of pearl handle. Bears crown and monogram of Grand Duke Constantin Nicholaevitch. Russian [handwritten]

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.021 SC07.02.3.021
        X 6154
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2nd, 1933 Article No. X6154 Mat. Made of green and silver brocade outlined in rose, conventional floral design. This brocade is from a collection used in the chapels of the Russian Imperial Palaces, consisting of hand-loomed brocades, damasks, handcut [sic] velvets and altar sets. The metal threads are of genuine silver.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.022 SC07.02.3.022
        4404
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2nd, 1933 Article No. 4404 Photograph of Olga, eldest daughter of Czar Nicholai II, Maria, the third daughter, their governess, and Titiani, the second daughter. Frame by Faberge; the blue ribbon crosses represents the order of St. Andrew, created in 1698 by Peter the Great. Only members of the Imperial Family could belong to this order. Winter Palace Collection.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.023 SC07.02.3.023
        X 5153
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2nd, 1933 Article No. X5153 Small Runner. Made of damask woven with yellow flowers in serpentine design with gold. Trimmed with old gold lace. Russian Circa 18th Century. This damask is from a collection used in the chapels of the Russian Imperial Palaces consisting of handloomed brocades, damasks, hand-cut velvets and altar sets.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.024 SC07.02.3.024
        X 5096
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2nd, 1933 Article No. X5096 Square Mat. Made of gold brocade outlined in tan trimmed with galoon. Russian Circa 1850. This brocade is from a collection used in the Russian Imperial Palaces consisting of handloomed brocades, damasks, hand-cut velvets and altar sets. The metal threads are of genuine gold.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.025 SC07.02.3.025
        X 6396
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 2nd, 1933 Article No. X6396 Two Circular Mats. Made of white and gold brocade in conventional design. Trimmed with lace galoon. Russian Circa 1870. This brocade is from a collection used in the chapels of the Russian Imperial Palaces consisting of hand-loomed brocades, damasks, hand-cut velvets and altar sets. The metal threads are of genuine gold.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.026 SC07.02.3.026
        6025
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 31, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 31st, 1933 Article No. 6025. Photograph of Nicholai II and his wife Alexandra as they were dressed for the Imperial Costume Ball held in the Winter Palace in 1903. The entire court at this ball were dress in Russian costumes of the seventeenth century. The Tzar and the Tzarina are here represented as Michael, First Tzar of Russia and his wife Evdokia, The photograph was made by Levitski, court photographer in St. Petersburg. On the back is a seal which reads: The artistic accurateness confirmed by the Imperial Academy of Art." This photograph was obtained from the elderly governess of the Grand Duchess who is still living incognito in Moscow.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.027 SC07.02.3.027
        E-1000
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 31, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT October 31st, 1933 Article No. E-1000. Silver and enamel Easter Egg bearing red crosses on white iridescent enamel and an inscription which reads: Greater love hath no man than he who sacrifices his life for a friend [underlined]. At the top are the initials and monogram of dowager Empress Marie, mother of Nicholai II. Inside is a folding screen of miniatures painted on mother-of-pearl and framed in gold and enamel. The miniatures read from left to right with their respective monograms mounted in gold on the back as follows: Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna, sister of Nicholai II, Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna, daughter of Nicholai II, Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholai II, Grand Duchess Titiana, daughter of Nicholai II, and Grand Duchess Marie Pavlovna, author of the "Education of a Princess", and cousin of Nicholai II. This egg was made by Fabergé, the court jeweler for Nicholai II as an Easter gift, in 1915, for his mother, the dowager Empress. From the Anitchkov Palace in St. Petersburg, where it was under Inventory No. 17,550.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.028 SC07.02.3.028
        6787
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT December 4th, 1933 Article No. 6787 Mat. Made of gold brocade showing an Imperial Crown and double-headed eagle on a blue background. Made in 1913 to commemorate the three hundredth anniversary of the Romanoff regime. Bound and lined with old gold galoon. From a collection of brocades which were formerly used in the Imperial Chapels of the Romanoffs as altar covers and priests' robes. They were brought from the various Palaces about St. Petersburg to the Winter Palace. Here soldiers of the present government sorted them for burning so that the precious gold and silver used in weaving many of them could be reclaimed. Fortunately, Dr. Armand Hammer heard of the plan and succeeded in saving a large number of the vestments by purchasing them. These glorious fabrics, brilliant with metals that will never tarnish, combine the skill and artistry of the West with the originality and color of the Far East.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.029 SC07.02.3.029
        X 6707
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT December 4th, 1933. Article No. X 6707 Runner. Of vari-colored silk floral design of pussy willows. Probably used at Easter time. Circa 1780. From a collection of brocades which were formerly used in the Imperial Chapels of the Romanoffs as altar covers and priests' robes. They were brought from the various Palaces about St. Petersburg to the Winter Palace. Here soldiers of the present government sorted them for burning so that the precious gold and silver used in weaving many of them could be reclaimed. Fortunately, Dr. Armand Hammer heard of the plan and succeeded in saving a large number of the vestments by purchasing them. These glorious fabrics, brilliant with metals that will never tarnish, combine the skill and artistry of the West with the originality and color of the Far East.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.030 SC07.02.3.030
        X 6794
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1933
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT December 4th, 1933. Article No. X 6794 Runner. Of gold brocade with vari-colored silk floral design trimmed with old lace galoon. Circa 1800.

        From a collection of brocades which were formerly used in the Imperial Chapels of the Romanoffs as altar covers and priests' robes. They were brought from the various Palaces about St. Petersburg to the Winter Palace. Here soldiers of the present government sorted them for burning so that the precious gold and silver used in weaving many of them could be reclaimed. Fortunately, Dr. Armand Hammer heard of the plan and succeeded in saving a large number of the vestments by purchasing them. These glorious fabrics, brilliant with metals that will never tarnish, combine the skill and artistry of the West with the originality and color of the Far East.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.031 SC07.02.3.031
        4763
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 4th, 1934. Article No. 4763 A silver plaque depicting the Church of Christ the Saviour, which was given to the Dowager Empress Marie Feodorovna on the occasion of the erection of this church. It was to commemorate the miraculous escape of the Royal Family from death in a railroad wreck. The church was erected by the contributions of various workers in the government departments and private citizens of Russia in the year 1888. The plaque is from the Anitchov Palace.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.032 SC07.02.3.032
        5528
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 4th, 1934. Article No. 5528

        An icon finely painted on wood and mounted with a silver trapping set with seed pearls in a Byzantine design on a background of green enamel. The subject of the icon is "Our Lord Jesus Christ Holding the Open Scriptures" which read: "The commandment of the new day: Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself." The icon is backed with red velvet. It was made by the court jeweler, Faberge, whose full name is marked under the Imperial double eagle. It also bears the figure "88" which denotes the highest quality of Russian silver. The icon is from the quarters of Nicholai II in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.033 SC07.02.3.033
        6136
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 4th, 1934. Article No. 6136 An unusual tea pot of exquisite silver bearing the crown and monogram of Alexander III. It is made with double spouts and a gut handle. This tea pot was made in 1891 by the Royal jewelers, Michelson of Copenhagen, belonging to the Danish Court. It was found in the Gatchina Palace.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.034 SC07.02.3.034
        4765
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT January 4th, 1934. Article No. 4765 A slender gold column of exquisite workmanship, with a miniature of Nicholai II on it set with diamonds and crystals. The column is delicately chased with Icanthus leaves in green gold, a touch characteristic of Faberge who made the bibelot for the Czarina to present to Nicholai II on his birthday in 1907. It is contained in the original case and was found in the Alexander Palace.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.035 SC07.02.3.035
        6111
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 1st, 1934. Article No. 6111

        A jewel chest made of hand-hammered silver, and lined with mulberry velvet. On the cover is the Russian Imperial Double-headed eagle adorned with the various emblems of the Romanoff family. The sides of the cover bear the repeated initial "M", inlaid with blue enamel, which stands for the Dowager Empress Marie, mother of Nicholai II. The key is set with a semi-precious green stone. The box is undoubtedly of Danish origin.

        It is from the quarters of the Dowager Empress Marie, in the Anitchov Palace, St. Petersburg.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.036 SC07.02.3.036
        6019
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 1st, 1934. Article No. 6019

        A jewel box made of silver. The cover is adorned with vari-colored Russian enamel, pearls and rose diamonds. It was made by the court silver-smith, Bolin, whose full name it bears. It is also marked with the initials of his assistant master and the figures "88", which denote the highest quality of Russian silver.

        The box is from the personal quarters of the Czarina Alexandra, wife of Nicholai II, and was found in the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.037 SC07.02.3.037
        6148
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT February 1st, 1934. Article No. 6148

        A brooch of silver modeled in a ribbon design and set with many turquoise and genuine half pearls.

        It was found in the quarters of the Czarina Alexandra in the Alexander Palace at Tsarskoye Selo.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.038 SC07.02.3.038
        5421
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 26, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT March 26th, 1934. Article No. 5421 An icon of "St. Nicholas the Wonder Worker", patron saint of Russia, with Christ and the Madonna. This icon was presented to Nicholai II when he was still a Czarevitch, by a peasant icon painter whose name appears on the border of the icon. The inscription on the back reads: "From a peasant of the village of Materi, Province of Vladimir---Joseph Andrew Pankreshoff. Presented to His Imperial Highness, Czarevitch and Grand Duke Nicholai Alexandrovitch." Taken from the historic apartment of the Anitchkov Palace, with the inventory number #6794 The fascinating history of icons can be traced back to the time of the pyramids in Egypt, but the oldest examples today are to be found in the Russian churches. The primary influence was that of the Byzantine which accounts for their resemblance to the Italian Primitive with which we are more familiar. The spiritual feeling in these works of art is the expression of the monks who painted them after long and fervent prayer.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.039 SC07.02.3.039
        5538
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 26, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT March 26th, 1934. Article No. 5538 An icon painted on wood on a background of gold with a border of rich enamel in Byzantine design. It has a brass trapping and is enclosed in original wood and velvet-lined case. "St. Nicholas the Wonder Worker". A painting of exquisite detail and coloring. It was presented to Nicholai II when he was still the Tsarevitch. The sticker on the back of the box reads: "To the Grand Duke Nicholai Alexandrovitch, 19th of July, 1882." It has the city museum inventory number, Anitchkov Palace, 6819. From the quarters of Nicholai II in the Anitchkov Palace before he became the Tsar of Russia. The fascinating history of icons dates back to the time of the pyramids in Egypt, but the oldest examples today are to be found in the Russian churches. The primary influence was that of the Byzantine which accounts for their resemblance to the Italina (sic) Primitive, with which we are more familiar. The spiritual feeling in these works of art is the expression of the monks who painted them after long and fervent prayer.

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.040 SC07.02.3.040
        4122 C
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        May 3, 1934
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT May 3rd, 1934. Article No. 4122 C

        A porcelain Easter egg bearing the monogram of the Czarevirch [sic] Alexis. It is drawn through with the original ribbon and was made in the Russian Imperial Porcelain Factory.

        The Russian Imperial Porcelain Factory was owned and operated exclusively by the the [sic] Royal Family from the time of its beginning in 1744 (when it was founded by Elizabeth I, daughter of Peter the Great) down to the time of the last of the Romanoffs, Nicholai II (1917).

        From the Hammer Collection – Three East Fifty-second Street, New York, N. Y.

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.041 SC07.02.3.041
        E-313
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 31, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT

        Article No. E-313 Supple Bracelet of woven gold. The alternate links are fashioned of green and of red gold, which the Russians were so fond of. It was made by the famous court jeweler Faberge, and although the bracelet is not marked with his initials, its style and workmanship mark it as unmistakably his. The catch is marked with the number "56" for the finest grade of Russian gold.

        From the quarters of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt January 31, 1935.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.042 SC07.02.3.042
        A-104
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 31, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EXHIBIT Article No. A-104 Oval Frame delicately wrought in filigree effect set with sixteen alternating sapphires and rubies. Contains an original snap-shot of the Czarevitch Alexis in a sailor suit, sitting astride an old cannon in the gardens of Peterhof, which was the Imperial summer residence in 1910. The frame is marked with figure "88"denoting a higher quality of Russian silver than our "Sterling." From the personal quarters of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. She was the wife of Nicholai II, the last Czar of Russia.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt January 31, 1935.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.043 SC07.02.3.043
        5547
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        June 21, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. 5547 Dainty spray of corn flowers, fashioned of gold, enamel and diamonds, supported in a small vase of rock crystal. The workmanship on the foliage and buds shows the most exclusive care in fashioning truly after nature. The enamel of deep blue is extremely clear. The stamen and pistils are each set with a small shiny diamond. The workmanship of the flower itself is by Faberge, the famous court jeweler, while the crystal vase was ground after his design in the Imperial Grinding Factory at Ekaterinburg. Among the most delightful creations made by Faberge for Czar Nicholai II, was a collection of flowers and berries, made of gold, jade and precious stones. Many of the blossoms and berries were enameled in life like-colors. The small vases of rock crystal seem to be filled with water. These delicate pieces brought great joy and pleasure to the Czar and it was a happy occasion when he presented them to some of the members of the Imperial Family. Mrs. J. L. Pratt June 21st, 1935.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.044 SC07.02.3.044
        5401
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        June 21, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. 5401 Electric contact bell of artisticaly [sic] hand wrought silver in the form of a rabbit. The eyes, which make the contact, are set with garnets. It was made and signed by the court jeweler Faberge, outstanding craftsman of the last fifty years. His name appears under the double-headed eagle of Royal appointment. The figures "88" denote the highest quality of Russian silver. From the property of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. J. L. Pratt June 21st, 1935.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.045 SC07.02.3.045
        5687
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        June 21, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. 5687 Easter Egg of Orletz or Eagle stone, decorated with gold and silver mountings, and bearing an inlaid monogram and crown of Maria Feodorovna, Dowager Empress and mother of the last czar, Nicholai II. The egg is shaped of this rare Ural stone, named after the Russian Eagle in the Imperial Grinding Factory in Ekaterinburg. Made by the famous court jeweler Faberge. From the quarters of the Grand Duchess Tatiana in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo, to whom this gift was presented by Maria Feodorovna, her grandmother. Grand Duchess Tatiana was the second daughter of Nicholai II.

        Mrs. J. L. Pratt June 21st, 1935.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.046 SC07.02.3.046
        A-62
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        June 21, 1935
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. A-62

        Rare Insignia of the Imperial Order of St. Andrew in the form of a pendant. The pendant is of gold, wrought with the double-headed eagle on either side in relief. Over the eagle on one side appeas [sic] the figure of St. Andrew as he was crucified on the cross. It was made in the time of Peter I, circa 1720, and is exquisitely enemaled [sic] in natural colors. The entire medallion is framed in nineteen large diamonds of contemporary cutting, the ring has six smaller diamonds.

        From the quarters of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, second daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. J. L. Pratt June 21st, 1935.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.047 SC07.02.3.047
        5570
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 6, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. 5570 Snuff box of gold, period and style of Alexander II. Russian, circa 1860. The design, exquisitely chased, is of oak leaves and acorns, inlaid with transparent enamel in dark blue. It is marked "56" the Russian equivalent of 14 Karat gold, the profile of the Government Assay Office and the impressed number "2073." Very lightly cut is the original order number of the maker "P154." [4 crossed out and 0 handwritten]. From the Imperial snuff box collection of His Imperial Majesty the Czar in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt March 6th, 1936.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.048 SC07.02.3.048
        Easter Egg
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Easter [Apr. 12], 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Easter Egg Each Easter, the Dowager Empress, Marie Feodorovna, would order the Russian Imperial Porcelain Factory to execute porcelain eggs which she personally distributed. This one, bearing the original ribbon, has her monogram "MF" and crown in green. The Russian Imperial Porcelain Factory was owned and operated exclusively by the Royal Family from the time of its founding in 1744 by Elizabeth I, daughter of Peter the Great, down to the last Czar, Nicholai II in 1917. With few exceptions, all the china used at court was made in this factory. Many of the monarchs ordered gifts created here for foreign dignitaries and court favorites. Elizabeth I used a small double eagle as her mark, while Catherine the Great used her monogram without the crown. Otherwise, most pieces were marked with the crown and monogram of the ruler in whose reign the object was made, except Alexander I, whose china rarely bore a mark.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt Easter, 1936.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.049 SC07.02.3.049
        AS-1312
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        May, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. AS-1312 Exquisite parasol handle in baton design. It is of solid gold and decorated with conventional shell designs on a smooth ground. Each shell is set with a diamond, ruby, emerald or sapphire. On one side is applied a cut out double-headed eagle of Russia, adorned with the crests of all the Sovereign states, including that of Moscow in the center, showing "St. George Slaying the Dragon." The handle is finished with an exceptional ball of choice flawless Siberian lapis lazuli of magnificient [sic] blue quality, set in a cup of scroll design, also set with precious stones. In all, there are eight diamonds, four rubies, four emeralds and five sapphires. From the quarters of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt May, 1936

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.050 SC07.02.3.050
        E-327
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        May, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. E-327 Round powder box and cover of fine Ural [underlined] spinach jade [handwritten question mark]. The cover is rimmed in gold, chased in braided design, and has an artistically carved ivory elephant standing upon a fringed drum of gold, banded with alternating rubies and diamonds. The gold work is in the individual style of the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Karl Faberge, the creator of this lovely object. The rim of the cover is marked with the full name of Faberge, the initials of his foremost workmaster [sic], Mikhail Perchin, the number "56", denoting Russian equivalent of 14Kt. gold, and the crossed anchors mark of the St. Petersburg Assay office. From the personal quarters of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt May, 1936. FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.051 SC07.02.3.051
        E-451
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Aug. 17, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article E-451 The "Queen's Birthday Book". A volume published in London by Griffith, Farran, Okeden and Welsh in 1887, and dedicated to Victoria, Queen and Empress of Great Britain, Ireland and India, on the occasion of her Golden Jubilee. The book contains thirteen portraits of members of the Royal Families and fifty-five Royal autographs, among which are those of Queen Victoria, May 24th; her Prince Consort, Albert Edward, November 9th; Edward VII, January 8th; his wife Alexandra, December 1st; (sister of the Czarina Maria Feodorovna) and George V, June 3rd. Perhaps the most interesting autograph is that of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna of Russia while she was the Princess Alix of Hesse and but fifteen years old (June 6th). The book contains the ex-libris of Countess Vorontsov Dashkov, who was Mistress of Robes, the highest position in the Court, and the close companion of the Czarina Maria Feodorovna, mother of Nicholai II. The fly-leaf bears the inscription of presentation: "For dearest Etta, in remembrance of the Queen's Jubilee, 1887, from your affectionate Mary Adeliade [sic], June 1887". Mary Adelaide was Her Highness, the Duchess of Teck.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt August 17, 1936

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.052 SC07.02.3.052
        GT-1530/3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Nov. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article GT-1530/3 Handsome frame of transparent green enamel with two oval apertures containing a photograph of Czarina Alexandra and one of the Czar, Nicholai II. Above the ovals is the double-headed eagle with wings outstretched. The crown between the heads is set with rubies and diamonds while a shield, set with the same stones, is on its breast. Underneath the photographs are three swags with rosettes and crescents in garland effect. At the top of the frame two griffins, facing each other with their paws resting on an urn, form a delightful balance to the whole. It is backed with an ivory panel, the handle and ring being of gold scroll. It was made by the court silversmith to Nicholai II, K. Hann, and is hallmarked with his full name beneath the double-headed eagle of Royal appointment; the number "88" denoting the Russian quality of silver; and the wreathed head of the government assay office. Since it was originally imported from Russia into France, it also bears the assay office device of that country. From the quarters of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt November 9th, 1936

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.053 SC07.02.3.053
        GT-1530/2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Nov. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article GT-1530/2

        Gold on silver rectangular frame of rose enamel over a field of engine turning. Mounted over the oval aperture which contains the photograph of Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, is a double-headed eagle bearing the Imperial crown, set with diamonds, between the heads. On its breast is a single sapphire. Below, a swag and crescent design forms the decoration. Encircling the whole is a conventional laurel leaf design attached with a ribbon bow-knot, the ends falling in graceful wavy effect. It is backed with an ivory panel, the handle and the ring being of gold scroll.

        It was made by the court silversmith to Nicholai II, K. Hann, and is hallmarked with his full name beneath the double-headed eagle of Royal appointment; the number "88" denoting the Russian quality of silver; and the wreathed head of the government assay office. Since it was originally imported into France from Russia, it also bears the assay office device of that country.

        From the quarters of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt November 9th, 1936

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.054 SC07.02.3.054
        E-762/80
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Nov. 9, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article E-762/80 Charm in the shape of an Easter Egg made of solid gold and superbly decorated with transparent enamel in tones of pearl, turquoise, and ruby. The colors are separated by gold swags which cross and are capped by four pigeon blood rubies. It was created by the celebrated Karl Faberge, court jeweler to Nicholai II, and is hall-marked with the initials of his workmaster [sic], and the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold. From the apartments of Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna, oldest daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt November 9th, 1936

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.055 SC07.02.3.055
        4776
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Nov. 12, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article -4776 Jade and gold frame on a stand. The photograph, in a heart-shaped pendant, is of Grand Duke Boris Vladimirovitch. It was made by the famous court jeweler to Nicholai II, Karl Faberge. From the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt November 12th, 1936

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK  

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.056 SC07.02.3.056
        E-43
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Nov. 12, 1936
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article E-43 Exceptional photograph of the Czarina Alexandra in court dress, showing her great beauty. It is appropriately framed in finely chased gold on silver with a background of red iridescent enamel. The frame was made by the famous court jeweler to Nicholai II, Karl Faberge, outstanding craftsman of the last fifty years. It is marked with the initials of his master and the figures "88" which denote the highest quality of Russian silver. From the personal quarters of Nicholai II in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt November 12th, 1936

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.057 SC07.02.3.057
        IP-1553/2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 29, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. IP-1553/2 Photograph album containing many rare and valuable photos of the Imperial Family. It is bound in navy blue morocco (whole binding), with shield, clasp and line impress of silver. The doublures are of white moire paper, and the edges are silver. It was bound by F. Knoop, St. Petersburg. The book bears the bookplate of Nicholai II, and was found in his private study, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. First inventory given is on doublure number "26933". Later it was inventoried on the third page as "12415". The list of photographs is as follows: 47.20.376.1 – Emperor Alexander II 2 – Emperor Alexander II 3 – Empress Marie Alexandrovna 4 – Emperor Alexander II 5 – Emperor Alexander II 6 – Empress Marie Alexandrovna, wife of Alexander II. 7 – Emperor Alexander II 8 – Alexander III and Marie Feodorovna 9 – Empress Marie Feodorovna and Nicholai II 10 – Emperor Alexander III 11 – Grand Duchess Xenia, sister of Nicholai II 12 – Three generations of German Rulers. The infant is the present ex-crown prince 13 – Empress Marie Feodorovna and Nicholai II 14 – Nicholai II (Grand Duke Nicholai Alexandrovitch) 15 – Grand Duke George Alexandrovitch (brother of N. II) 16 – Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovitch 17 – Grand Duchess Marie Pavlovna, his wife 18 – Grand Duchess Marie Pavlovna, wife of Grand Duke Vladimir and her children 19 – Grand Duke Vladimir and his sons, Kyril and Boris 20 – Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovitch 21 – Grand Duchess Marie Pavlovna, his wife 22 – Grand Dukes Kyril and Boris Vladimirovitch 23 – Grand Duke Kyril Vladimirovitch FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

        [double-headed eagle] -2- 24 – Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna 25 – Grand Duke Alexis Vladimirovitch 26 – Grand Duke Serge Alexandrovitch 27 – Grand Duke Paul Alexandrovitch 28 – Grand Duke Paul Alexandrovitch 29 – Grand Duke Alexis Alexandrovitch 30 – Grand Dukes Paul and Alexis and Duke of Oldenburg 31 – Grand Dukes Serge Alexandrovitch and Konstantin Konstantinovitch and the sister of Konstantin, Olga, later Queen of Greece 32 – Grand Duke Nicholai Nicholaevitch 33 – Grand Duchess Marie Pavlovna, wife of Grand Duke Vladimir 34 – Grand Duke Nicholai Alexandrovitch (Nicholai II) 35 – Grand Duchess Olga Konstantinovna, Queen of Greece 36 – Grand Duchess Militza Nicholaevna 37 – Duchess Alexandra of Oldenburg, 1st wife of Grand Duke Nicholai Nicholaevitch, died in 1900 38 – Grand Duke Serge Alexandrovitch and Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna 39 – Grand Duke Vyacheslav Konstantinovitch 40 – Grand Duke Dmitri Konstantinovitch 41 – Grand Duke Konstantin Konstantinovitch 42 – Grand Duchess Marie Alexandrovna, Duchess de Saxe- Coburg Gotha

        Mrs. John L. Pratt January 29th, 1937.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.058 SC07.02.3.058
        ME-1249
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 8, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. ME-1249 Round snuffbox of spinach green Ural jade with hinged lid, mounted in gold. On the cover, set in diamonds, is the crown and monogram of Nicholai II, backed with two laurel sprays in green gold of exquisite workmanship, also set with diamonds. The top and bottom rims are engraved in delicate dot and dash design, while through the center runs a fillet of finely chased acanthus leaves in green gold and several tiny rosettes of red gold. This superb example of the jeweler's art was designed by the celebrated jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Faberge, and is hall-marked with his full name, the initials of his leading artist, Mikhail Perchin, the number "56" denoting the equivalent of 14 karat gold, the wreathed head of the government assay office, and the initials of the gold inspector "YL". From the collection of Nicholai II, last Czar of Russia, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt February 8th, 1937.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.059 SC07.02.3.059
        5571
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        May 11, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. 5571 Magnificent gold snuffbox in oval shape with hinged lid. It is hand-wrought with a chased gold mounting. The lid has an oval gray and white cameo, masterfully carved with a mythological sea scene, signed "W. Eissel", outstanding German master. This is framed with fifty large diamonds and about one hundred small ones. The edge is in carved scroll design including two gargoyles over lapis blue enamel, and set with many diamonds, four of which are about one karat each. The sides are finished in the same treatment, having the crown and monogram of Kaiser Wilhelm in the front and the German imperial eagle in the back, all set in diamonds. The crown also has two rubies. At either end are small round cameos of mermen by the same master. Four kneeling cherubim, placed within shells of blue enamel and diamonds, support the cover. The bottom of the box is engraved with another sea scene showing Neptune and Venus receiving homage, while the background is again of blue enamel. This box was made for the Kaiser of Germany, and was so admired by Nicholai II, the former presented him with it. From the Snuffbox Collection of Nicholai II and his wife Alexandra, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt May 11th, 1937.

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.060 SC07.02.3.060
        JJ-5050/2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. JJ-5050/2 Exquisite oval icon of the "Madonna of Kazan". It is painted on ivory in a charming combination of water colors. The Greek symbols are for "Mother of God", "Jesus Christ" and "Kazanski Mother of God". The icon has a brass rim and is framed in rose velvet; it is backed with rose ribbed silk. Attached is the original government inventory tag, the abbreviations of which read: "Alexander Palace Museum, Children's Apartments, Classroom of the Older Grand Duchesses Number 644/III". These were the daughters of Nicholai II, whose palace was located in Tsarskoye Selo. This icon was undoubtedly executed by the Tsarina of Russia, a talented artist, whose work is easily recognized by her choice of colors and the fact that she invariably marked her paintings with the initials of her maiden name, Hesse. The fascinating history of icons can be traced back to the time of the pyramids in Egypt, but the oldest examples are to be found today in the Russian churches. The primary influence was that of the Byzantine, which accounts for their resemblance to the Italian primitives, with which we are more familiar. The spiritual feeling in these works of art is the expression of the monks, who executed them after long and fervent prayer. Larger icons are usually painted on wooden plaques; the small ones were more personal and were worn about the neck or carried in the pocket to be near at hand in time of need.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2nd, 1937

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.061 SC07.02.3.061
        AV-5008/1
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. AV-5008/1 Oval icon medallion of solid gold. On one side is an exquisite enamel miniature of Jesus Christ dressed in blue and orange robes against a ground of brown scrolls on beige. His right hand is held in blessing, while in his left he is holding the open scripture. The Greek symbols about his shoulders are for "Jesus Christ", while those above the halo are for the "Eternal Christ". On the reverse side, on a ground of white enamel, is inscribed in black – "Save and Protect". The gold is hall-marked with a number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold, and the device of the Moscow assay office. Found in St. Petersburg. The fascinating history of icons can be traced back to the time of the pyramids in Egypt, but the oldest examples are to be found today in the Russian churches. The primary influence was that of the Byzantine, which accounts for their resemblance to the Italian primitives, with which we are more familiar. The spiritual feeling in these works of art is the expression of the monks, who executed them after long and fervent prayer. Larger icons are usually painted on wooden plaques; the small ones were more personal and were worn about the neck or carried in the pocket to be near at hand in time of need.

        Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2nd, 1937

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.062 SC07.02.3.062
        RB-5210/37
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec., 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RB-5210/37 Delightful charm of a German Dachshund [underlined] in seated posture. Carved from genuine topaz, he is adorned with a gold collar and suspended from a gold link. His eyes are realistically set with emeralds. This excellently modeled and lifelike animal was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Faberge, and executed by his talented stone carver, Kremlev. Mrs. J. L. Pratt December, 1937

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.063 SC07.02.3.063
        RH-1815
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 9, 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-1815 Charming stone figure designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Faberge, and executed by his leading stone carver, Kremlev. Represented is one of the favorite sailors of Grand Duke Mikhail Alexandrovitch, brother of the last Tsar, Nicholai II. The name of the Imperial yacht "Zarnitsa" is inscribed in gold on the seaman's hatband. Standing solidly on his two feet of black onyx slightly spread apart, this sailor of courageous appearance is dressed in a spotless, freshly laundered suit of milky white jade. His piercing blue eyes, each set with a cabochon sapphire, sparkle with loyalty and sincerity. Flesh-toned aventurine makes up his interesting face, finely moulded [sic] with high cheek bones and sharp nose – typically Slavic characteristics. His sturdy hands are also of aventurine. This unusual portrayal, viewed from any angle, is singularly lifelike and attractive. It is contained in the original hollywood box of the court jeweler, and is stamped with his full name beneath the double-headed eagle of royal appointment. The "Zarnitsa" was anchored just outside of Kronstadt during the Krensky Revolution, and it is said that while the other sailors of the fleet joined the revolutionists, those on board the yacht ramined [sic] loyal to the Grand Duke Mikhail, in whose favor Nicholai II abdicated. Mrs. J. L. Pratt December 9, 1937 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 8 Item: SC07.02.3.064 SC07.02.3.064
        E-517/4
        1 page
        Christmas [Dec. 25], 1937
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. E-517/4 Cross of hand-wrought silver, finished with a ball effect to represent jewels; Russian workmanship of the 18th century. On the face is the eight point Greek Orthodox cross, adorned with the crown of thorns. On either side is the spear and sponge of the Crucifixion, while below is the skull signifying that Christ conquered Death. The Slavic symbols read – "King of Glory, Jesus Christ, son of God". The reverse side is in scroll design. From the Imperial Chapel of the Feodorovski Cathedral, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Lillian T. Pratt Christmas, 1937

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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    • Folder 9
      Hammer Galleries
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.065 SC07.02.3.065
        IP-1843/4
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 8, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. IP- 1843/4 Rare mosaic icon of "St. Nicholas the Wonder Worker"; Russian workmanship, circa 1850. This portrayal of Russia's most beloved Saint is so skilfully [sic] inlaid with thousands of varicolored stones that it gives the impression of being executed in oil. It shows great character and deep religious inspiration, rarely found in mosaics. Set off by a gold halo, St. Nicholas is represented making the sign of Jesus Christ with one hand, while in the other he holds a gold and green Bible. His gracefully folded robes of red and blue are trimmed with gold, and his stole of silver is embroidered with gold crosses. Slavic symbols on either side of the halo are for "St. Nicholas the Wonder Worker". The icon has a rim of fire gilt and is framed and backed in red velvet of a later period. From the apartments of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J. L. Pratt January 8, 1938

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.066 SC07.02.3.066
        RH-5214/4
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/4 Parasol handle of frosted rock crystal, carved to represent the head of a duck, and mounted on mohagony [sic] banded in gold. The eyes of the duck are all the more lifelike for the two deep blue sapphires set in gold. Around the neck is a gold collar, set with fifteen green tourmalines. The ring of silver gilt was added later to the base of the handle. It was created by the celebrated Russian court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Faberge, for Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna and was found in her personal quarters in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. J. L. Pratt January 27, 1938

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.067 SC07.02.3.067
        A-61
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. A-61 Unusual frame of rose jasper and gold-on-silver, containing a snapshot of Grand Duchess Marie Nicholaevna, third daughter of Nicholai II, taken in Peterhof, 1907. Dome-shaped and with easel back, it is contained in the original Vyatka birch box, lined with green velvet and white silk, of the court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Faberge. The lining is stamped with his name beneath the double-headed eagle of royal appointment. The frame is hall-marked with the initials of one of Faberge's leading workmasters [sic], Mikhail Perchin; the number "84" denoting the Russian standard of silver; and the wreathed head of the government assay office. It is also engraved with the original order number of the court jeweler, "45196". From the quarters of the children of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. J. L. Pratt January 27, 1938

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.068 SC07.02.3.068
        E-754
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. E-754 Charming miniature frame containing a photograph of the Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna. Dome-shaped, it is made of lettuce jade, delicately decorated with chased green and red gold mountings. Above the oval aperture, rimmed in laurel leaf design, is a swag motif tied with a ribbon; below are two dainty rosettes. This frame was made by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Faberge, and the gold-on-silver easel back is marked with the initials of his workmaster [sic] "IB"; the number "88" denoting the quality of Russian silver; and the wreathed head of the government assay office. It is also engraved with the original order number of the jeweler, "0170". From the apartments of Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. J. L. Pratt January 27, 1938

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.069 SC07.02.3.069
        RH-5214/3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 27, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/3 Easter egg of green quartzite, varicolored gold and rock crystal, suspended from a chain of gold. A band of cut rock cyrstal [sic], bordered with narrow rims of gold, encircles the egg, separating the top from the lower portion. The top is surmounted with a wheel device decoratively worked in red and green gold, whose apex is a small Empirean [sic] wreath of laurel. A convex form of gold, delicately engraved in a wreath design covers the base. It was created by the celebrated Russian court jeweler to Nicholai II and Alexander III, Carl Faberge. From the apartments of Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo.

        Mrs. J. L. Pratt January 27, 1938

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.070 SC07.02.3.070
        RH-5214/1
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 28, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/1 Graceful porte-poche of rock crystal with borders, handle and thee feet set with rubies and diamonds. A gold border around the top is set with forty rubies and the corresponding border in the base has thirty-three rubies. The question mark handle of gold, decorated with scroll design, is outlined with eight diamonds, set squarely. Into each of the three ball feet are set thirty-two graduated diamonds. It was created by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II and Alexander III, Carl Fabergé, and is hall-marked with his full name; the initials of one of his leading workmasters, Edward Kolin; the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold; and the device of the St. Petersburg assay office, crossed anchors and sceptre. It is engraved with the original order number of the court jeweler – "40312". Since it was originally brought from Russia to England, it also bears the assay of the later country. From the apartments of the Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J.L. Pratt January 28, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.071 SC07.02.3.071
        RH-5214/47
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/47 Charm, in the form of an Easter egg, of exquisite simplicity. It is made of spinach jade, belted with gold and a narrow fillet of diamonds, and is suspended from a gold link. The egg was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Fabergé. From the apartments of Tatiana Nicholaevna, second daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.072 SC07.02.3.072
        RH-5214/41
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/41 Easter egg charm of gold, engraved in moire effect to represent clouds in the sky. The design is based on the star and crescent motifs of Mohammedan origin. Within the star form, outlined in relief, is set a diamond, and a large cabochon sapphire is enclosed within the crescent form. It was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Fabergé, and is hall-marked with the initials of his workmaster; the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 Karat gold; and the device of the Moscow assay office, St. George slaying the dragon. From the quarters of the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaevna, second daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J.L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.073 SC07.02.3.073
        RH-5214/46
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/46 Charm of gold, purpurine and enamel, in the form of an Easter egg. A circlet of diamonds separates the purpurine portion from the rest which is made up of alternating sections of opaque white and transparent emerald green enameling on a gold ground. Each of the enameled sections bears a numeral of the year "1900", when it was presented to Grand Duchess Olga. It was created by the celebrated Russian court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Fabergé, and is hall-marked with the initials of his workmaster. From the quarters of the Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna, oldest daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Note: purpurine is a composite stone developed by Fabergé, and reputed to be formed by a secret process of fusing gold and porcelain. Mrs. J.L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.074 SC07.02.3.074
        RH-5214/39
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/39 Charm of gold in the form of an Easter egg. Palmetto leaves and the figure of an African elephant holding in his trunk a diamond, form the decoration. In the style of Fabergé, the Russian court jeweler, it was created by the Kalodnikoff masters, bearing their hall-marks and the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold. From the apartments of the Grand Duchess Marie Nicholaevna, third daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J.L. Pratt February 1, 1933 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.075 SC07.02.3.075
        RH-5214/45
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/45 Unusually handsome Easter egg charm of gold. A fillet of diamonds separates a petal decoration from the upper part of the egg in which a solitaire diamond is set. A cabochon sapphire is set at the base. It was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Fabergé, and is hall-marked number "56", the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold. From the apartments of Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaevna, second daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J.L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.076 SC07.02.3.076
        RH-5214/38
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/38 Easter egg charm of gold-on-silver, inlaid with varicolored opaque [handwritten, transparent x'ed out] enamel and bearing the Russian letters "XB" front and back, the abbreviation of the Easter salutation "Christ is Risen". It was designed by Carl Fabergé, the celebrated Russian court jeweler to Nicholai II and Alexander III, and is hall-marked with the initials of his workmaster. From the quarters of Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna, oldest daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J. L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.077 SC07.02.3.077
        RH-5214/33
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/33 Charm of clove pink matte enamel, covered with a filigree of gold intricate design of conventional fleur-de-lis and braiding. It was created by the celebrated Russian court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Fabergé, and is hall-marked with the initials of his workmaster and the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold. From the quarters of Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna, oldest daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J. L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.078 SC07.02.3.078
        RH-5214/32
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/32 Charm of gold, in the form of an Easter egg. It is covered with enamel in the deep blue color, beloved of the Russian people, over delicate engine turning and is set with a diamond. It was created by the celebrated Russian court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Fabergé, and is hall-marked with the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold; and the initials of his master. From the quarters of Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna, oldest daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J. L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.079 SC07.02.3.079
        RH-5214/44
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/44 Easter egg charm of topaz, with alternating sections of opaque white and translucent red enamel, banded with a circle of diamonds. It was created by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II and Alexander III, Carl Fabergé. From the quarters of the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nicholaevna, second daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J. L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.080 SC07.02.3.080
        RH-5214/9
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 1, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/9 Exquisitely modeled figure of an African elephant with upraised trunk, wrought in twenty-two karat gold. His lifelike eyes are set with diamonds, and the tusks are carved from ivory. Created by Carl Fabergé, the celebrated Russian court jeweler to Nicholai II, it was made to the special order of his mother, the Dowager Empress Marie Feodorovna. From the quarters of the Empress, in the Anitchkov Palace, St. Petersburg. Mrs. J. L. Pratt February 1, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.081 SC07.02.3.081
        RH-5214/13
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 2, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5214/13 Delightful gold chain bracelet with safety catch. It alternates with three red gold and three green gold links. It was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Fabergé, and executed by his workmaster whose initials it bears – "AE", together with the wreathed head of the government assay office. From the apartments of the Grand Duchess Olga Nicholaevna, oldest daughter of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J. L. Pratt February 2, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.082 SC07.02.3.082
        RH-5209/26
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Apr. 15, 1938
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5209/26 Tiny, exquisite frame of lapis lazuli mounted on a rectangular base of gold-on-silver, supported by four ball feet. The oval aperture, rimmed in gold, bears a photograph of Nicholai II. This charming piece is from the quarters of Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholai II, in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. J. L. Pratt April 15, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.083 SC07.02.3.083
        RH-5380-13
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PANSIES Graceful spray of pansies carved in amethyst, the centers set with brown diamonds. Calyxes are formed in jade. Rising on slender gold stems with leaves of Siberian nephrite, serrated and realistically modeled, the little pansy is set in rock crystal carved to represent water in a vase. Created by the world-famed Russian jeweler, Karl Faberge, it is hallmarked with his name in Russian, and the initials of one of his leading masters, Henrik Wigstroem, and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18 karat gold. Number RE5380-13 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.084 SC07.02.3.084
        RH-5380/2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 31, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5380/2 Flower fantasy exquisitely developed in jewels in the form of a dandelion seed ball. Created by Carl Fabergé, illustrious jeweler to the Russian Imperial Family, this little piece typifies his finest work. The head, with down of asbestos is developed around the seed pod and pedicels of platinum, delicately finished with tiny diamonds. Serrated leaves carved in jade and graceful gold stalk rise from a little vase carved in rock crystal to represent a tumbler filled with water. Fully hallmarked, it is signed with the full name of Fabergé; the initials of one of his leading artists, Henrik Wigstroem; and with the numeral "72" denoting the Russian standard of 18kt. gold. From a collection of a member of the Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt January 31, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.085 SC07.02.3.085
        RH-5408/10
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 31, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5408/10 Extraordinary jeweled flower fantasy by Carl Fabergé, world famed court master to Tsars Alexsandr III and Nikolai II of Russia. The blossom, carved in amethyst, opens slightly to reveal three stamens of gold, diamond set. It surmounts a sturdy stem imbedded in gold soil within a tub-like container. Leaves are realistically modeled of deep hued Siberian nephrite. Encircling the container, which is fashioned of varitoned grey-brown agate, are hoops of gold pointed with small diamonds representing rivets. Importantly hallmarked, the stalk bears the full name of Fabergé; the initials of one of his leading artists, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt January 31, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.086 SC07.02.3.086
        VD-5399/16
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 4, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No.VD-5399/16 Pair of lovebirds carved in amethyst, huddled together on an ivory perch ornamented with transparent carnelian enamel on a ground of guilloché gold and dainty rings of platinum, diamond set. Deep cabochon topaz are set in the ends of the perch bar; two fine gold chains, linked to a foot of each bird, are attached to the pedestal base. The delicately wrought fantasy rests on an inverted circular base, fashioned of dark green Siberian jade mounted with a simple gold border. Four ball feet of gold complete the stand. Created by Carl Fabergé, eminent Russian court jeweler, this exquisite object is hallmarked with his name; the initials of one of his leading artists, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian standard of 18kt. gold. From the collection of the Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.087 SC07.02.3.087
        RH-5408/17
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 4, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5408/17 Small cage of appealing design wrought with slender bars of gold and suspended with a gold loop. Mounted on a base of Siberian nephrite which rests on four ball feet, the top is finished with seven pearls and with a decorative portion of turquoise composition, encircled by diamonds. Within this cage, on a small twig-like perch, is a diminutive bird carved in emerald, with head lifted in song and eyes set with diamonds. The gold perch bears full hallmarks including the name of Fabergé; the initials of one of his ablest artists, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian standard of 18kt. gold. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 4, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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        RH-5416/29
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5416/29 Parasol handle of limpid clear rock crystal etched in open squared effect, pointed throughout with cabochon rubies. The base is of solid gold and is encircled with a conventionalized laurel wreath, intermittently bound with crossed ribbons. Designed by Carl Fabergé, famed jeweler not only to the Imperial family of Russia but to the crowned heads of Europe and Asia, it is fully hallmarked. Present is the name "Fabergé" (indistinct); the Russian initials of one of the master's leading artists, Mikhail Perchin; the wreathed head of the government assay office; the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14kt. gold; and the initials of the government inspector "YL". Originally a parasol handle in the possession of the Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna of Russia, a flat base has been applied so that the little object may be used as a seal. From the personal effects of the Tsarina in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 17, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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        CA-5364/2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No.CA-5364/2 Green jade miniature frame designed by Carl Fabergé, celebrated court jeweler to Tsar Nikolai II. Made of one piece, it has two oval receptacles containing rare, original photographs of the court jeweler and his wife. They are rimmed with delicate fillets of silver, applied with ruby and black enamel in a design bordered by lines of white. The photograph openings are backed with ivory to which is attached a hinged easel of graceful design. The easel is hallmarked with the full name "Fabergé"; the initials of one of his leading workmasters, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "88" denoting the quality of Russian silver. Acquired from Nikolai Fabergé, son of the renowned jeweler. Mrs. John L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK February 17, 1939

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.090 SC07.02.3.090
        RH-5380/3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5380/3 Jeweled flower fantasy created by Carl Fabergé, eminent Russian court jeweler, signed with his name and the initials of one of his leading workmasters, Henrik Wigstroem, and with the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. Designed with ingenuous artistry, this branch of English hawthorn has small fruits ("haws) of red and white agate, cleft leaves of jade and a gold stalk imbedded in a white agate pot with soil of gold. It is mounted on a base of white jade. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. These flower creations represent the height of Fabergé's imaginative genius. They were the favorite possessions of the late Tsar and Tsarina, both of whom were ardent flower lovers. Several of these were created by Fabergé for King Edward VII of England who presented them to Queen Alexandra. Upon her passing, these jewels were left to her son, King George V of England, and to Queen Maud of Norway. Some of these fantasies are now the prized possessions of Mary, the Queen Mother of England. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 17, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.091 SC07.02.3.091
        RH-5332/7
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5332/7 Companion figures of two French bulldogs, one seated in attentive attitude – the other, a pup, in crouched position. Beautifully carved of smoky topaz, the eyes of each are set with cabochon sapphires. Collars finished with pendant drops, are gold, set with faceted sapphires of fine deep color. Realistic in every detail, these little sculptures are designed and executed with incomparable finesse. They are creations of Carl Fabergé, eminent court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia, who was, as well, jeweler to nearly all the crowned heads of the European and Asiatic continents. Fabergé, expert in the art of small figure sculpture, was noted for his ability to impart to the materials in his hands a convincingly living quality of form. The topaz dogs are from the collection of the Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna, , wife of Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 17, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.092 SC07.02.3.092
        RH-5389/2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 17, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5389/2 Handsome parasol handle of Siberian nephrite known as spinach jade, banded in red gold, encircled in diamonds. The central portion has a connecting bow motif developed in diamonds and two cabochon rubies of fine color. It was created by Carl Fabergé, renowned jeweler to the Russian Imperial Family. Smoothly modeled and gracious in its simplicity, it is characteristic of the decoratively useful objects made by him for the late Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna and her daughters, the young Grand Duchesses. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 17, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.093 SC07.02.3.093
        RH-5416/28
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 20, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5416/28 Parasol handle of lapis lazuli and gold in hexagonal form. Narrow strips of gold connecting with the collar, pointed alternately with diamonds and gold relief pattern in diamond effect. Finished with a flat end of gold, the handle is suitable for use as a seal. It is contained in its original case of green hand-tooled leather. Of Russian workmanship, in the style of Fabergé, it bears the master's initials "AK". Mrs. John L. Pratt February 20, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.094 SC07.02.3.094
        RH-5380/16
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 23, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5380/16 Rare, jeweled flower fantasy in the form of a water lily spray, set in rock crystal, carved to simulate a rectangular vase filled with water. Beautifully modeled, blossoms and buds are carved in chalcedony; stamen clusters of gold are set with rubies of fine color. The leaves, liquid in appearance and with natural veinings, are carved in Siberian nephrite. Grouped together, these are supported on slender stems of gold of which the lower portion of which the lower branch is fully hallmarked with the complete name of the master-designer, Faberge, illustrious jeweler to the Imperial court of Russia. Present also are the initials of one of his leading artists, Henrik Wigstroem, and with the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 23, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.095 SC07.02.3.095
        RH-5380/11
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5380/11 Ingenuous flower fantasy, finely detailed describing a Tibetian [sic] poppy. Small buds and opening blossoms are fashioned in white chalcedony with peach tonings [sic]. The delicate stamens of gold, set with sapphires, cluster thickly in the fuller blown blossoms; centers are set with topaz. Rhythmical stems rising from gold soil and finely worked sepals are in gold. Carved in Siberian nephrite, the serrated leaves enclose the flower grouping. A simulated tub carved in greyish-brown veined agate, is held with hoops of gold set with diamonds for the rivets. An extraordinary creation of Carl Fabergé, Imperial Russian master and illustrious designer in gems, the lower portion of the stem is hallmarked with his name in Russian; the initials of his able artist, Henrik Wigstroem, and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.096 SC07.02.3.096
        RH-5413/4
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5413/4 Jeweled opium poppy, represented growing in a tub, designed by Carl Fabergé, Imperial Russia's greatest creator in gems. Rising on sturdily modeled stalk of gold with blossom head full blown, it is delicately carved in amethyst. A large cabochon Siberian amethyst, set in gold and red platinum, forms the heart of the blossom. Surrounding this is a cluster of fine gold stamens pointed with diamonds. The leaves are of extraordinary artistry. Carved in Siberian nephrite, they follow the natural feeling of the growing plant. The tub container is fashioned in brown-toned, striped agate. Within this is soil of gold, and two gold hoops encircle the exterior. Simulated rivets are diamond set. The stem is fully hallmarked with the complete name "Fabergé"; the initials of one of his ablest workmasters, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.097 SC07.02.3.097
        RH-5408/5
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5408/5 Lilies of the Valley Ethereal flower creation developed in gems by Imperial Russia's foremost jeweler. Tiny blossoms are delicately fashioned in quartz, with centers of gold. Imbedded within gold soil in a container of brown veined agate, the blossoms and bands encircling the little tub are of 18kt. gold. To this fact full hallmarks attest. Present is the master's name "Fabergé"; the initials of one of his leading artists, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian [Imperial] Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.098 SC07.02.3.098
        RH-5380/14
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5380/14 Dainty jeweled fantasy of a small hyacinth plant set in a little tub carved in white agate. From the centers of the miniature blossoms of blue chalcedony appear gold stamens set with tiny emeralds. Calyxes and leaves in realistic manner are of Siberian nephrite, and the stem isof [sic] 18kt. gold. The lower portion of the stem, rising above the gold soil within a little tub, is hallmarked with the name of the master-designer, Carl Fabergé. Present also are the initials of one of his ablest masters, Henrik Wigstroem, and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.099 SC07.02.3.099
        RH-5408/12
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5408/12 Stalk of small asters, the blossoms carved in polished chalcedony, with gold centers, emerald set. Calyxes are of green chalcedony, toning with the serrated leaves fashioned in Siberian nephrite. The branch and extending short stems, joined irregularly with tiny leaflets, rise from a pot of jasper. Wide gold bands encircle top and bottom of the container, the material of which, predominately brick-toned, shows platinum grains, throughout. It may be noted that jasper and lapis lazuli from the Ural mountains frequently carried particles of precious metals. The lower portion of the stem is fully hallmarked with the name, in Russian, of the master-creator of this little fantasy, "Fabergé". Present also are the initials of one of his outstanding artists Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.100 SC07.02.3.100
        RH-5408/11
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5408/11 Miniature jeweled flower fantasy representing a rose plant imbedded in gold soil within a pot of grey-brown agate, banded in gold. Bud-like blossoms of quartz surmount slender stalks of gold, realistically modeled in detail with thorns along their length. Myriad small leaves in Siberian nephrite point upwards or cluster on drooping stems at the top of the container. The little jeweled object, created by Carl Fabergé, eminent jeweler at the court of St. Petersburg, is fully hallmarked with his name; the initials of one of his ablest artists, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.101 SC07.02.3.101
        RH-5413/3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5413/3 Rare, jeweled flower, fantasy, representing a branch of Queen Anne's Lace, imbedded within gold soil in a pot fashioned of dark red jasper, inclining gracefully to one side, the flower head is developed in platinum, pointed with diamonds on sturdy pedicels of gold. The flower calyx is in chalcedony. Gold stems bear small serrated leaves carved in nephrite, designed in perfect complement to the natural species. The lower portion of the stem is fully hallmarked with the name "Fabergé; the initials of one of his ablest artists, Henrik Wigstroem, and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.102 SC07.02.3.102
        RH-5380/10
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 24, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Orange Blossom Article No. RH-5380/10 Delicately wrought flower fantasy created by Carl Fabergé, world famed court jeweler to the last two Tsars of Russia, Aleksandr III and Nikolai II. Fashioned with consummated [sic] artistry, the buds and blossoms in chalcedony surmount a slender, curved stem of gold on which startingly [sic] realistic leaves appear, carved in Siberian nephrite. Five of these cluster at the top and a large one is joined near the base of the stem, at the point where it is immersed in simulated water. The little vase is ingeniously fashioned of rock crystal. Full hallmarks include the name "Fabergé"; the initials of one of his ablest artists, Henrik Wigstroem, and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 24, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.103 SC07.02.3.103
        VD-5399/5
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No.VD-5399/5 Figure of a heron carved in blue-gray smoky agate, with legs and splayed feet of red gold. The eyes are set with diamonds. Created by Carl Fabergé, celebrated court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia, it was executed by one of his foremost artists, Henrik Wigstroem. The bird shown upright, in resting position, carries one wing slightly higher than the other. Sensitively modeled, fine detail of feathers and general form is evident. Rhythmic in line, the little sculpture is a particularly beautiful example of the designer's individuality of expression. Fully hallmarked, it bears the full name, "Fabergé"; initials of his workmaster Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian standard of 18kt. gold. From the collection of Tsar Nikolai II in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt March 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.104 SC07.02.3.104
        VD-5399/4
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No.VD-5399/4 Figure of a "Teterev", wood grouse carved in black obsidian with eyes of diamonds, legs and claws fashioned in red gold. The plump body is modeled smoothly and realistically described by restrained carving which suggests the feathered formation. The bird is posed looking alertly to one side, with head inclined attentively and tail feathers raised. Created by Carl Fabergé, celebrated court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia, it is hallmarked with his name and initials of his leading master, Henrik Wigstroem. Present also is the numeral "72", denoting the Russian standard of 18kt. gold. From the personal quarters of Tsar Nikolai II in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt March 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.105 SC07.02.3.105
        RH-5408/16
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 3, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5408/16 Figure of a Russian bear, smoothly carved in rock crystal, in standing posture. Modeled with rare fluency of form and subtly detailed the little animal is shown with four [sic?] paws upraised and head turned to one side. A striking feature of this beautiful sculpture is its perfect equilibrium notwithstanding the fact that the heavy body inclines forward. It was designed by that master-creator in gems, Carl Fabergé, jeweler at the court of St. Petersburg during the reigns of the last two Tsars of Russia, Aleksandr III and Nikolai II. Mrs. John L. Pratt March 3, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.106 SC07.02.3.106
        RH-845/1
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 15, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH845/1 Locket and chain of solid gold. The locket, oval in shape, encloses a plaque of pearl-white transparent enamel inlaid on a ground in sunburst and star design, framed within a scrolled pattern. Applied to the enamel is a raised flower of gold, the petals of which are set with three rubies and three diamonds. It was designed by Carl Fabergé, celebrated court jeweler to Tsar Nikolai II, and is hallmarked with the initials of his workmaster; the wreathed head of the government assay office; the initials of the silver inspector and the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold. The chain of alternating smooth and etched oblong links, fashioned also by the court jeweler, is hallmarked with the initials of his workmaster "H(?)V". From the apartments of the Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna, eldest daughter of Tsar Nikolai II, in the Alexsandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt March 15, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.107 SC07.02.3.107
        3531
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Mar. 17, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No.3531 Nineteenth century mahogany cabinet in French classic style, carved and ornamented with bronze mountings. "Espagnolettes" form decorative motifs on portions of the frameworks. Gracefully proportioned, it is fitted with removable glass shelves. During the twenty years previous to the Revolution, the style of French furniture reached a high standard of artistic excellence, both in design and execution. This phase continued and produced a fine influence on the furniture of the next period, extending itself, as well, to the development of gracious furniture types in other countries. Mrs. John L. Pratt March 17, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.108 SC07.02.3.108
        RH-5454/3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Apr. 19, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5454/3 Intriguingly designed pendant in the form of a Russian Easter egg, suspended by two chains from a large loop. Of solid gold, and fashioned to open midway on a small hinge, the six-pointed star ornamenting the top is set with a ruby and eighteen rose diamonds. Designed by Carl Fabergé, Imperial Russia's greatest court jeweler, this little pendant charm was made for one of the young Grand Duchesses, daughters of the late Tsar Nikolai II. It was found in the children's apartments in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt April 19, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.109 SC07.02.3.109
        5448
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Apr. 19, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. 5448 Unusual, small parasol handle designed by Carl Fabergé, executed in his finest manner. The ball top is fashioned in jade, the handle stick of gold is overlaid with blush-pink transparent enamel on a ground tooled in swag effect. Two delicate fillets of gold, set with finely matched pearls, frame this portion. It is contained in the original box of hollywood, stamped with the master's insignia beneath the double-headed eagle of royal appointment. Of great charm and simplicity, the little object was made for one of the daughters of the late Tsar Nikolai II. It is from the children's apartments in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt April 19, 1938 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.110 SC07.02.3.110
        RH-1842/12
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Apr. 19, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-1842/12 Figure of a polar bear carved in white granite, the eyes set with faceted emeralds of brilliant hue. With teeth bared and head thrust forward, the animal seems to present a resistant front to some invisible enemy. Heavy legs and paws and cumbersome body are well delineated, and the fur subtly handled. Designed by Carl Fabergé, famous jeweler to the late Russian Imperial family, it was executed by one of his most talented stone carvers, Kremlev the Younger. From the apartments of Tsar Nikolai II in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt April 19, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.111 SC07.02.3.111
        5449
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Apr. 19, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No.5449 Figure of a Dachshund carved in black Ural agate, lightly veined in red. The little sculpture, smoothly executed and rhythmic in line, is shown in seated posture. The eyes, set with diamonds, glisten in the finely modeled head and convey an expression of keen awareness, as well as that of patient watchfulness. An appealing note is found in the left forepaw: the deep hued agate in which the entire body is carved, assumes a definite toning here, and the forefoot, consequently, is of grayish-tan color. Designed by Carl Fabergé, Old Russia's illustrious jeweler for Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II, and made for the Dowager Empress Marie Feodorovna, this is one of his exceptional animal sculptures. It is contained in the original box of hollywood, velvet and satin lined, and stamped with the insignia of the royal jeweler beneath the double-headed eagle of royal appointment. From the apartments of the Dowager Empress in the Anitchkov Palace. Mrs. John L. Pratt April 19, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.112 SC07.02.3.112
        RH-1842/8
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Apr. 19, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

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        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-1842/8 Crouched figure of a cat gracefully carved in white transparent Ural stone, the eyes set with faceted sapphires. There is a feeling of concentrated watchfulness in the rhythm of the body. It was designed by the celebrated jeweler to the late Tsar's family, Carl Fabergé, and was executed by his able stone carver, Kremlev the Younger. From the collection of the Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna, eldest daughter of Tsar Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt April 19, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.113 SC07.02.3.113
        RH-5409/25
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        June 1, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article No. RH-5409/25 Graceful figure of an ostrich, realistically carved in Siberian striated [sic] brown agate, with eyes set with emeralds and legs modeled in gold. It stands on a plinth of giallo marble. The body is beautifully executed in full detail. Feather formation follow [sic] the natural veinings in the stone and the neck, rising arched, developed in the lighter-toned portion, is etched to show the smallest feather form. It was created by Carl Fabergé, world-famed jeweler to the Imperial family of Russia, court jeweler and designer in precious substances to nearly all the royal houses in Europe and Asia. Mrs. John L. Pratt June 1, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.114 SC07.02.3.114
        Rooster
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Sep. 25, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] ROOSTER Tiny, exquisite figure of a Rhode Island Red rooster, carved from a piece of veined gray and brown agate. The natural coloring of the stone is admirably suited to representing the coloring of this famous chicken. Each of its eyes is set with a sparkling diamond, and its feet are delicately fashioned in solid gold. The rooster was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II, Carl Faberge, and was executed by his talented young sculptor, Kremlov. Mrs. John L. Pratt September 25, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.115 SC07.02.3.115
        Jade Coupe
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Sep. 25, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] JADE COUPE Magnificent cylindrical coupe wrought from a single piece of spinach jade. The vessel is supported on a tripod base formed by three powerful sea horses [sic], superbly modeled in gold and silver. A pierced gold band, displaying a design of dolphins and set with cabochon rubies and sapphires, rims the top. Surmounting the domed cover of jade is a gold trident, beneath which is the head of Neptune, two female heads and a cabochon ruby and sapphire. This distinguished objet d'art was designed by Carl Faberge, celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II and is hallmarked in Russian with his full name; the initials of his workmaster, Mikhail Perchin; the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; the number "88" indicating a fine quality of Russian silver; the device of the St. Petersburg assay office, crossed anchors and scepter; and the original order number of the court jeweler, 2017. Mrs. John L. Pratt September 25, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.116 SC07.02.3.116
        Bear Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] BEAR CHARM Tiny charm in the form of a bear, carved from real opal, suspended from a gold link. He is standing on four paws and his eyes are set with cabochon rubies. This little animal was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II, Carl Faberge, and was executed by his talented stone carver, Kremlov. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.117 SC07.02.3.117
        Bear Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] BEAR CHARM Tiny charm of a bear exquisitely carved from real amethyst and suspended from a gold link. He is standing on his hind legs, and his eyes are set with small cabochon rubies. This charm was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II, and executed by his talented stone carver, Kremlov. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.118 SC07.02.3.118
        Vase
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] VASE Small, oval vase carved in brown and white veined Ural agate. The bowl is separated from the skirted foot by a band of finely matched turquoise set between two fillets of repousse [sic] gold. This exquisitely graceful object was made in the Imperial Grinding Factory in Peterhof. This factory was owned and operated exclusively by the court. From the quarters of Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.119 SC07.02.3.119
        Easter Egg Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Easter Egg pendant of gold decorated with vertical sections of transparent ruby enamel, separated by fillets of transparent pearl enamel. Each section has a dainty leaf design, giving the decoration a Persian feeling. It is hallmarked with the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold and, indistinctly, with the initials of the master. Designed by Carl Faberge, illustrious Russian court jeweler, the little charm is characteristic of those which he made expressly for the young Grand Duchesses, daughters of Tsar Nikolai II. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.120 SC07.02.3.120
        Easter Egg Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Charm in the form of three tiny Easter Eggs, suspended from a bar. The eggs are of chrysophrase, agate, and reconstructed turquoise, while the gold bar is set with three cabochon rose tourmalines, alternating with two pearls. It was designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II, Carl Faberge, and is hallmarked with "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and the wreathed head of the government assay office (indistinct). From the quarters of the Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna, youngest daughter of Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.121 SC07.02.3.121
        Easter Egg Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Unusual charm in the form of an Easter Egg. It is made up of two halves of Siberian amethyst, separated by a band of faceted rock crystal and held together on an axis of gold. It was created by the celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II, Carl Faberge, and the gold link is hallmarked with the initials of his assistant master "PK", and the number "56" denoting the equivalent of 14 kt. gold. Since it was originally brought from Russia into France, it bears the French inscription mark "ET". From the apartments of the Grand Duchess Tatiana Nikolaevna, second daughter of Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.122 SC07.02.3.122
        Easter Egg Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Miniature Easter Egg designed as a pendant charm, of gold-on-silver, the surface hand-tooled. The swam motif modeled in relief, encircled within a modeled form, ornaments one side. Loops from which it is suspended are hallmarked, but the devices through years of wear have become less distinct. Designed by Carl Faberge, court jeweler to the last two Tsars of the Romanov Dynasty, it is fashioned like those which he made expressly for the young Grand Duchesses, daughters of Nikolai II. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939

        FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.123 SC07.02.3.123
        Easter Egg Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Unusual Easter Egg pendant of gold, set with sapphires and diamonds in a connecting design resembling three medallions suspended from triangular ribbon pieces. It is surmounted by two loops, one of which is hallmarked (indistinctly). Designed by Carl Faberge, illustrious Russian court jeweler, the little charm is characteristic of those which he made expressly for the young Grand Duchesses, daughters of Tsar Nikolai II. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.124 SC07.02.3.124
        Easter Egg Charm
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Oct. 2, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Easter Egg pendant of gold, decorated with transparent sapphire blue enamel over a field of delicate guilloche [sic] work. It is set with a large diamond on one side and a small one at the bottom. The loop is hallmarked with the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold and, indistinctly, with the initials of the master. Designed by Carl Faberge, illustrious Russian court jeweler, the little charm is characteristic of those which he made expressly for the young Grand Duchesses, daughters of Tsar Nikolai II. Mrs. John L. Pratt October 2, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.125 SC07.02.3.125
        Silver Vase
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] SILVER VASE Vase of hand-wrought silver in Empire style, designed by the celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II, Carl Faberge. Standing on three claw feet, its sides are decorated with as many antique Russian coins, one of Empress Anna, dated 1712, one of Peter III, dated 1762 (he was the husband of Catherine the Great and ruled only one year), and one of Catherine the Great, dated 1764. The bowl is outlined with a tiny twisted motif, while the upper rim is in acanthus leaf design. It is hallmarked with the full name of the court jeweler, "2K. Faberge" beneath the double-headed eagle of royal appointment; the initials of his assistant workmaster "AW"; the number 88 denoting the quality of Russian silver; and the wreathed head device of the government assay office. It also bears the jeweler's original order number #24066. Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.126 SC07.02.3.126
        Ink Well
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] INK WELL Magnificent inkwell of spinach jade, gold, silver and transparent enamel in the classic Empire style characteristic of many of the finest works of Carl Faberge, Russian court jeweler. The base of Siberian nephrite is smoothly modeled down straight sides and under surface. The collar of champ-leve [sic: champlevé] pearl -white enamel on a guilloche field designed in undulating effect is rimmed in gold motif. Heavy gold swags in in the same feeling depend from this over the top surface of the bowl. The hinged lid is vibrant with champ-leve [sic: champlevé] amethyst and pearl-white enamel in alternating bands, on guilloche fields identically designed with the collar. Within the lid of gold-on-silver appear the hallmarks which include the Russian name of the master creator, Faberge; the Russian initials of his workmaster, F. Afanasaiev, the number "88" denoting the quality of Russian silver; and the wreathed head device of the government assay office. The object is from the famous jade collection of Agathon Faberge, illustrious son of the jeweler, known throughout Europe during the Imperial regime as one of the greatest gem experts of the world. Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.127 SC07.02.3.127
        Locket
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 6, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] LOCKET Unusual ball-like locket made from choice Siberian lapis lazuli and mounted with corded lattice work in gold. Opening in half on a hinged lid, one side is equipped with a hinged glass miniature frame. This locket was acquired from the collection of Prince Aleksandr Romanovski, Duke of Leuchtenberg. Mrs. John L. Pratt December 6, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.128 SC07.02.3.128
        Parasol Handle
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 6, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PARASOL HANDLE Parasol handle of gold and enamel created by Carl Faberge[sic], eminent court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia. The egg-shaped top has a field of guilloche work applied with mauve champ-leve [sic: champlevé] enamel, favorite color of the Tsarina Aleksandr Feodorovna. This is decorated with a spiral effect of diamonds, terminating in a large diamond at the top. The wide neck of yellow champ-leve [sic: champlevé] enamel is banded by two fillets of diamonds and is mounted with swags of green and red gold tied with diamonds. It is hallmarked with the initials of Faberge's [sic] leading workmaster, Mikhail Perchin; the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and the device of the St. Petersburg assay office, crossed anchors and sceptre. From the collection of Prince Aleksandr Romanovski, Duke of Leuchtenberg. Mrs. John L. Pratt December 6, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.129 SC07.02.3.129
        Parasol Handle
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 6, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PARASOL HANDLE Parasol handle of gold in graceful tapering shape, created by the celebrated court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II, Carl Faberge. The sides and top are divided into five sections of rose champ-leve [sic: champlevé] enamel, with moss agate effects, over a field of guilloche work, and outlined in white enamel, each centered with a diamond. The crown of the handle is rimmed with diamonds, and the top is set with a large diamond surrounded by small ones. The neck, also of rose enamel banded with diamonds, is applied with criss-cross leaf motifs, each set with a diamond. It is hallmarked with the initials of Faberge's [sic] leading workmaster, Mikhail Perchin; the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and the device of the St. Petersburg assay office, crossed anchors and sceptre. From the collection of Prince Aleksandr Romanovski, Duke of Leuchtenberg. Mrs. John L. Pratt December 6, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 9 Item: SC07.02.3.130 SC07.02.3.130
        Bulldog
        1 page
        Dec. 6, 1939
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] BULLDOG Figure of a bulldog cared in obsidian and designed by Carl Faberge, eminent jeweler to the Imperial Court of Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia. The dog's brilliant eyes, each set with a diamond, and his life-like expression, are a lasting tribute to the genius of Faberge. Around his neck is a white enameled, gold collar from which is suspended a tiny bell. The loop on the collar is hallmarked with the initials of Heinrich Wigstroen, successor to Mikhail Perchin as Faberge's [sic] leading master. It also bears the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and the wreathed head device of the assay office. From the collection of Prince Aleksandr Romanovski, Duke of Leuchtenberg. Mrs. John L. Pratt December 6, 1939 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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    • Folder 10
      Hammer Galleries
      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.131 SC07.02.3.131
        5450-6
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 5, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PARASOL HANDLE Parasol handle fashioned in 18 kt. gold, applied on a guilloche ground with long panels in champ-leve blue enamel. Separations between these, and collars circumscribed top and base, are patterned in small flower and leaf effect, the motifs executed in transparent ruby and emerald enamel. A faceted diamond is set in the circular top and this is enclosed within the three tones of transparent enamel bordered in gold. The object was created by Russia's eminent court jeweler, Karl Faberge, famous throughout the world as the greatest creator in gems of modern times. It is fully hallmarked with his name in Russian; with the initials of one of his ablest masters, Henrik Wigstroem; the numeral "72" denoting the Russian standard of 18 kt. gold; wreathed head device of the government assay office; and the Russian initials "YL" of the government inspector. Present also is another assay device, nearly obliterated through wear. From the Imperial Russian Collection. Number 5450-6 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 5, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.132 SC07.02.3.132
        5625-11
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 5, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PARASOL HANDLE Long parasol handle of spinach jade, gold, and enamel. The smoothly formed top is finished with a wide collar of red and green gold applied with opaque white enamel and red-carnelian champ-leve enamel on a guilloche undersurface. This is rimmed in fluent wreath effect in the characteristically classic manner of its maker, Karl Faberge, eminent court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia. The object is hallmarked with the Russian initials of one of the master's artist-assistants, Mikhail Perchin; the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and the device of the St. Petersburg assay office, crossed anchors and sceptre. Number 5625-11 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 5, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.133 SC07.02.3.133
        E23
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 5, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PARASOL HANDLE Rhythmically shaped parasol handle of finely carved jade, mounted in solid gold and set with numerous diamonds in leaf-veining effect following the movement of the carving. It was made by the Court Jeweler to Tsar Nikolai II, Karl Faberge, outstanding craftsman of the last fifty years, and illustrious court master to the late sovereign and his father, Aleksandr III. His full name appears on the object, together with the initials of one of his foremost masters, Mikhail Perchin. It is also marked with Faberge's original order number, #1225. The handle is contained in the original white hollywood box. From the apartments of the Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Number #E23 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 5, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.134 SC07.02.3.134
        5550-1
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 5, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] GLOBE Terrestrial globe fashioned of remarkably clear topaz, intricately carved with a map of the Earth and its great divisions. It rests on a solid gold tripod, nested in the base of which is a compass. The frame-stand is encircled with a wide gold rim band engraved to show the units of longitude reckoned 180 degrees East to West or 15 degrees to the hour, the months of the year inscribed in Russian, and the corresponding signs of the Zodiac. Poles are represented by small gold markers engraved with the hours of the day, and these attach to the latitude indicator measuring the distance on the earth's surface northward and southward from the Equator. Hinged to this is the terrestrial Meridian index. A rarity even among the exceptional objects of fantasy and the bibelots created by Karl Faberge, illustrious Court Jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia, the piece is hallmarked with the initials "EK" of the master's leading goldsmith, Edward Kollin; the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and crossed anchors and sceptre, device of the St. Petersburg assay office. From the Imperial Russian Collection. Number 5550-1 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 5, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.135 SC07.02.3.135
        RH1698-100
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] FRAME Dainty, rectangular frame of gold-on-silver with mauve champ-leve [sic: champ levé] enamel on a guilloche field, in basket weave design. The oval aperture is rimmed in a fillet of gold set with pearls. The frame, bordered with a continuous laurel leaf design in green gold, and delicately enhanced by the subtle color it encloses, is wrought in the finely characteristic style of the master. The object is signed with the full name, in Russian, of Karl Faberge, celebrated court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia. Frequent also is the number "88" for the Russian quality of silver; the Russian initials of Faberge's assistant master, Mikhail Perchin; device of the St. Petersburg assay office, crossed anchors and sceptre; and the jeweler's original order number #57700. The object is backed with ivory and has an easel as well as a hook for hanging. From the apartments of the Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna , wife of Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Number RH1698-100 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.136 SC07.02.3.136
        5509
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PANSY Beautifully composed spray of pansies, featured in rock crystal, fashioned to represent a small vase filled with water. On a single stem of gold, three branchlets [sic] divide, each topped with a blossom carved in golden-hued and carnelian agate. Petals, engraved with simulated veinings,[sic] curl realistically, held by calyxes of gold, and centers are set, each with a diamond. Nephrite leaves group mainly along one long branchlet,[sic] reaching toward the light in their ascent. Karl Faberge, Russian court jeweler to the last two sovereigns of the Old Empire, created the little fantasy. It bears his name in Russian; initials of one of his ablest assistants, Henrik Wigstroem; the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18 kt. gold; and an assay device, in all likelihood that of St. Petersburg, now obscured. Number 5509 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.137 SC07.02.3.137
        RH5380-6
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] VERBENA Dainty flower form created by Karl Faberge, Imperial Russia's most illustrious designer in gems. Fashioned as a small verbena plant, the tiny blossoms are carved in chalcedony and white quartz, the centers pointed with diamonds. These are joined to the gold stem by pedicels of gold. Leaves are in Siberian nephrite. The little tub, within which the plant is imbedded in gold soil, is of brown veined agate. Lower portion of the stem is fully hallmarked with the complete name of the master in Russian, "Faberge"; the initials of one of his ablest artists, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18 kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Number RH5380-6 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.138 SC07.02.3.138
        RH5380-2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] BUTTERCUP Jeweled flower fantasy of buttercups with three blossoms fashioned in translucent yellow agate, with stamen centers, diamond set. Rising on graceful, slender stalks of gold, their serrated leaves, carved in Siberian nephrite, thrust upward through the gold soil in a container of Siberian lapis lazuli. This rests on a square plinth of white jade. The lower portion of the stem is hallmarked in full with the complete name, "Faberge"; the initials of one of his ablest workmasters, Henrik Wigstroem; and the number "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18 kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. Number RH5380-2 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.139 SC07.02.3.139
        RH5380-9
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] LILIES-OF-THE-VALLEY Delicately wrought lilies-of-the-valley with blossoms in translucent white chalcedony with gold centers, drooped on long stems of gold, from the base of which rise leaves in nephrite. The little fantasy rests within rock crystal fashioned to represent a vase filled with water. The object was created by the celebrated court jeweler to Tsars Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia. It is fully hallmarked at the base of the stem with the master's full name in Russian, "K. [struck through] Faberge"; the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18 kt. gold; and the initials "HW" for Henrik Wigstroem, one of Faberge's ablest workmasters. Number RH5380-9 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.140 SC07.02.3.140
        RH5413-2
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] PRIMROSE Graceful flowering primrose branch rising from a rectangular vase carved in rock crystal. The container is designed in such a manner that it has the appearance of being filled with water. Full blown flowers are in carnelian-toned agate, stamen clusters of gold surrounding brilliant centers set with diamonds. The leaves, carved with rare finesse are in Siberian nephrite, and stems are made of 18 kt. gold. Karl Faberge, Imperial Russia's greatest court jeweler, designed the extraordinary fantasy. It is fully hallmarked with his name in Russian; with the initials of one of his ablest workmasters, Henrik Wigstroem; and the numeral "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18 kt. gold. From the collection of a member of the Russian Imperial Family. RH5413-2 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.141 SC07.02.3.141
        RH5408-14
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 9, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] HUMMING BIRD Exquisitely carved figure of a humming bird with extended wing, resting on a high perch. It was created by Karl Faberge, world-famed court jeweler to Aleksandr III and Nikolai II of Russia. Formed in smoky-toned translucent agate, the little figure is modeled with simplicity and fine attention to necessary detail of feathers and expression. The eyes are set with diamonds. The perch on which it rests is of 18 kt. gold, the horizontal bar being finished at either end with a cabochon sapphire and a circlet of diamonds. Where the verticle [sic] rod joins purpurine base, banded and footed in gold in characteristic style of the master, it is encompassed by a collar of opaque and transparent enamel in white and pale tangerine. Rendered indistinct through the years, are the hallmarks which appear on the under rim of the base. These include the numeral "72" denoting the Russian standard of 18 kt. gold; and the initials "HW" for the Court Jeweler's notable workmaster, Henrik Wigstroem. The composition known as purpurine is associated, if not entirely, at least most closely with the work of Faberge. It was he who discovered the process whereby the fusing of porcelain and glass resulted in the extraordinary rich, red color. The substance results, more often than not, although in a few of the rarest pieces, such as the one described above, the composition is smooth. Number RH5408-14 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 9, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.142 SC07.02.3.142
        5478-5
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 10, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] DACHSUND [sic] Beautiful, detailed figure of a dachshund, created by Karl Faberge, illustrious court jeweler to the monarchs of Europe and Asia, and especially to the last two Tsars of Russia. It is carved in fine, brown agate. Each movement of the little body, subtly expressed, contributes to the whole rhythmical form. The eyes are set with cabochon rubies. Number 5478-5 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 10, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.143 SC07.02.3.143
        5625-3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 24, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG PENDANT Imperial Russian Easter Egg pendant carved of pink orletz, known as eaglestone, found in the Ural mountains. It is mounted in gold with an abruptly bent loop pinioned to either side of the top. Through this passes a second large loop for hanging. Created by Karl Faberge, illustrious court jeweler to the last two Tsars of Russia, it is hallmarked with the initials "AD" of one of his workmasters, and with the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold. It is from the collection of the Grand Duchess Marie Nikolaevna, third daughter of Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Number 5625-3 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 24, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.144 SC07.02.3.144
        5450-17
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. 31, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] COIN Large commemorative medallion heavily wrought in silver, featuring Queen Victoria of the British Empire on its cover with the inscription "Victoria Regina Imperatrix" – Victoria, Queen and Empress. The back is modeled in relief with figures of Greek mythology, and with shields of the continents massed on the lower edge entitled "Asia", "America", "Europe", "Austral-Asia", and "Africa". Marvelously fashioned to conceal all but a vestige of the device by which the hinged lid opens, the piece contains two oval miniatures of Queen Alexandra and King Edward VII of England as Princess and Prince of Wales, hand-painted on ivory and framed with elaborate mounts of gold. These include the plumed crown of the Prince of Wales and ribbons bearing the inscription "Ich Dien" – I Serve, motto significant of the Hanoverian line of the British Royal House. The cover of the piece is marked with the initials of the artist, "JEB". It is of English workmanship and was made by the firm of "George Edward & Sons", Silversmiths by Appointment to the British Court. It is contained in the original red velvet case. Number 5450-17 Mrs. John L. Pratt January 31, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.145 SC07.02.3.145
        RH-5332-17
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 6, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG Imperial Easter Egg of rose quartz. It was polished in the Imperial Grinding Factory in Peterhof which was founded by the Empress Elizaveta Petrovna. At the larger end is found a magnificent star similar to that of a star sapphire. In Imperial Russia the Easter Egg was of the greatest significance, symbolizing as it did the Resurrection and beginning of life and hopefulness. During the festival of Easter, the year's greatest elaborate and simple eggs were given by all orthodox believers. This egg of rose quartz was the property of Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna, oldest daughter of Nikolai II, in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye, [sic] Selo. Number RH-5332-17 Mrs. John L. Pratt February 6, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.146 SC07.02.3.146
        5756-19
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] VIOLET Jeweled violet fashioned in 18 kt. gold, the diamond-centered blossom naturalistically textured with an overlay of matte enamel, leaves wrought in Siberian nephrite. Resting in its vase of rock crystal carved to represent a tiny tumbler filled with water, the flowerette [sic] inclines gracefully on its slender stem as if borne to one side by the weight of its petals. Mady [sic] by Karl Faberge, illustrious court jeweler and in the master's best style, the little fantasy bears the assay mark of London in which city it was found. Number 5756-19 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.147 SC07.02.3.147
        5903-4
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Pendant charm in the form of an Imperial Easter Egg of gold, applied with champ-leve [sic: champ-levé] ruby enamel on a surface tooled to represent a leaf form, and alternating sections in ultramarine blue enamel. The four portions are banded with diamonds crossing at the underside and fashioned at the top with a double loop for hanging. Made by Karl Faberge, the larger of the loops is hallmarked with the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; crossed anchors and sceptre device of the St. Petersburg assay office; and initials "BF" of one of the master's assistants. These miniature Easter Eggs, looked forward to each year by the younger members of the Imperial household, represent the most intricate and elaborate workmanship. Enlarged, many of them would be as compellingly beautiful as the Gift Egg presented each year to the Tsarina and the Dowager Empress. The Grand Duchesses used them as charms, as pendants, for "bangles" on bracelets, or suspended from thin gold chains in the manner of necklaces. Number 5903-4 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.148 SC07.02.3.148
        5903-3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Delicately worked Imperial Easte[r] Egg charm of fete-ui mounted in gold and set with diamonds and rubies. Describing a shower of tiny flower blossoms, small traceries in the precious metal depend rhythmically from a central repousse form at the top. Two loops for hanging are hallmarked with the device of the workmaster "MP" for Mikhail Perchin, assistant of the illustrious court jeweler, Karl Faberge; and the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold. These miniature Easter Eggs, looked forward to each year by the younger members of the Imperial household, represent most intricate and elaborate workmanship. Enlarged, many of them would be as compellingly beautiful as the Gift Egg presented each year to the Tsarina and the Dowager Empress. The Grand Duchesses used them as charms, as pendants, for "bangles" on bracelets, or suspended from thin gold chains in the manner of necklaces. Number 5903-3 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.149 SC07.02.3.149
        5777-8
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] FRAME Exquisitely hand-wrought small double picture frame of a thin solid slab of Siberian nephrite mounted with motifs of the Empire period. Above the rectangularly cut apertures, enframed in pearls, is a long floral swag developed in several tones of gold and set with cabochon rubies. The central design shows a graceful flower basket which depends from a triple bowknot. A similarly fashioned classical design with long pole terminating with the traditional pineapple suggestion, is centered with a flowing ribbon. The squared openings are backed in mother-of-pearl, and the little piece rests on an easel wrought in gold-on-silver. Created by Karl Faberge, it is fully hallmarked with the master's name in Russian; with the numeral "88" denoting the standard of Russian silver; the wreathed head device of the government assay office; and Russian initials "YA" of the official inspector. Number 5777-8 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.150 SC07.02.3.150
        5839-12
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] TABLE BELL Small table bell of red gold, designed in cupola form with tapering oval handle. Sole ornamentation consists of horizontal ridges which encircle the entire piece. Producing a musical note as it strikes the side of the bell, the clacker is modeled as an elongated drop. The little piece was fashioned by Karl Faberge, jeweler to the last two sovereigns of Old Russia, and is hallmarked with the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; crossed anchors and sceptre device of the St. Petersburg assay office; and with the initials of one of the master's assistant goldsmiths. Number 5839-12 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.151 SC07.02.3.151
        5839-9
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] FRAME Square picture frame of a solid slab of translucent jade, mounted in two tones of gold with ornamental border and radiating stripes from an inner oval framework. Containing the photograph of the small daughter Ireene of Prince Felix Youssopoff, it is exquisitely worked in the best style of the great court jeweler, Karl Faberge. Mount designs include small four-petaled open blossoms, a twisted cabling and an alternating concantenate [sic] border within the outer edge. Designed with an ivory and gold back for resting on a table or hanging, the piece is hallmarked with the initials of one of the master's leading assistants, Mikhail Perchin; the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and crossed anchors and sceptre device of the St. Petersburg assay office. Number 5839-9 Mrs. John L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.152 SC07.02.3.152
        5840-6
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] FRAME Tiny double, gold frame, hand-wrought with incised stylized borders and a tooled ground on which is applied transparent pearl-white enamel. It contains portraits of Tsar Nikolai I of Russia in uniform, decorated with various orders of knighthood, and his wife, the Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna who also wears one of the star orders of the Empire. Each of the sovereigns is portrayed wearing the blue ribbon of the Order of St. Andrew. Finely executed, these are set off by interior oval frames in the manner of the border. The object rests on a gold easel and is backed in ivory. Number 5840-6 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.153 SC07.02.3.153
        5808-1
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] FRAME Square picture frame fashioned to contain a miniature. Hand-wrought in gold and applied on a guilloche field with transparent enamel in rich cobalt blue, the outer frame is developed in two tones of gold with a running border of leaves, and the inner fillet is bordered in pearls. The piece, made by Karl Faberge, jeweler to the last two Tsars of Russia, is finely hallmarked with the master's full name in Russian; with the initials "MP" of one of Faberge's ablest associates, Mikhail Perchin; the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and crossed anchors and sceptre device of St. Petersburg. The object bears as well the original order number, 58898. It is backed in ivory and provided with a gold easel rest and a loop for hanging. Number 5808-1 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.154 SC07.02.3.154
        5756-18
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] KOVSH Commemorative kovsh, smoothly modeled in red gold, featuring the Imperial double-headed eagle in diamonds on the prow. Engraved within the border, fine old Russian stylized motifs are incised on the highly polished surface. In the base, engraved within a heavy laurel wreath in repousse, a five ruble yellow-gold coin of Catherine the Great bears the Empress' portrait and, on the underside, the date "1776". This rare objet d'art was created by Karl Faberge and executed by his leading gold master, Edward Kolin. Underside of the prow [lined through] handle bears, together with the jeweler's original order number #4297, the following hallmarks: the initials of the workmaster; the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and crossed anchors and sceptre device of the St. Petersburg assay office. Number 5756-18 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.155 SC07.02.3.155
        5791-10
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] CHICK Baby chick, skilfully [sic] carved in richly-toned rose jasper with feet modeled in 18 kt. gold. The eyes are set with cabochon rubies. Created by Karl Faberge with fine expression of form and subtle line, this little object exemplifies the perfection of detail and ingenuous appeal which the master brought to the art of stone cutting. Fully hallmarked, it bears the number "72" denoting the Russian equivalent of 18 kt. gold; wreathed head of the government assay office; initials "TL" of the government inspector; and initials of the workmaster "HW" for Henrik Wigstroem. Present also is the original blue enameled number, G21632, under which it was inventoried in the Gatchina Palace. Number 5791-10 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.156 SC07.02.3.156
        5903-1
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Imperial Easter Egg finely wrought in gold, hand-tooled and overlaid with orchid-pink champ-leve[sic: champ-levé] enamel and set with diamonds and a cabochon emerald. Fashioned in panelled [sic] form, with diamond bands separating the enameled portions enhanced each by a stylized spray of gold laurel, the cabochon gem stone is featured in the based enframed [sic] in diamonds. It was designed by the celebrated court jeweler, Karl Faberge. These miniature Easter Eggs, looked forward to each year by the younger members of the Imperial household, represent most intricate and elaborate workmanship. Enlarged, many of them would be as compellingly beautiful as the Gift Egg presented each year to the Tsarina and the Dowager Empress. The Grand Duchesses used them as charms, as pendants, for "bangles" on bracelets, or suspended from thin gold chains in the manner of necklaces. Number 5903-1 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.157 SC07.02.3.157
        5903-5
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Handsome Easter Egg pendant of gold designed with oval medallions mounted with minute flower forms. These, pointed with pearls and diamonds, are enhanced by vibrant enamelling [sic] in grotto green and old red. Opaque white borders each of the four medallions. The base is finished with a tiny pearl and the top with two loops for hanging. Made by Karl Faberge, both of these bear hallmarks including the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold and insignia, obscured, of the workmaster. These miniature Easter Eggs, looked forward to each year by the younger members of the Imperial household, represent most intricate and elaborate workmanship. Enlarged, many of them would be as compellingly beautiful as the Gift Egg presented each year to the Tsarina and the Dowager Empress. The Grand Duchesses used them as charms, as pendants, for "bangles" on bracelets, or suspended from thin gold chains in the manner of necklaces. Number 5903-5 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.158 SC07.02.3.158
        5903-6
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Unusual Easter Egg charm designed as a locket to open by means of pressure on the tiny diamond thumb piece set in the base. Of gold, overlaid with opaque white enamel streaked with swirls of pink to represent a rosebud, brilliant green enamel on a guilloche ground forms intricate patterns in repousse over the bud form to suggest the tendrils of a wild rose. It was created by Karl Faberge, Russian court jeweler, and executed by one of his most illustrious assistants, Mikhail Perchin, who initials, in Russian, appear on the larger of the two loops. Present also, but nearly obliterated through wear, is the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold. These miniature Easter Eggs, looked forward to each year by the younger members of the Imperial household, represent most intricate and elaborate workmanship. Enlarged, many of them would be as compellingly beautiful as the Gift Egg presented each year to the Tsarina and the Dowager Empress. The Grand Duchesses used them as charms, as pendants, for "bangles" on bracelets, or suspended from thin gold chains in the manner of necklaces. Number 5903-6 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.159 SC07.02.3.159
        6201-1
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] EASTER EGG CHARM Imperial Easter Egg charm of gold and sky-blue enamel set with a piece of rose quartz cut en cabochon. Girdled with a fine gold band, the upper portion, terminating in a point, is hand-tooled beneath the enameled surface in delicate basket weave pattern. Surmounted with loops for hanging, the larger of the two is hallmarked with [in right margin a circle with slash through it and capital "A"; next text up to semi-colon appears to be lined through] the name of the Russian court jeweler Karl Faberge; the numeral "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 kt. gold; and certain other marks, partly obliterated through wear. These miniature Easter Eggs, looked forward to each year by the younger members of the Imperial household, represent most intricate and elaborate workmanship. Enlarged, many of them would be as compellingly beautiful as the Gift Egg presented each year to the Tsarina and the Dowager Empress. The Grand Duchesses used them as charms, as pendants, for "bangles" on bracelets, or suspended from thin gold chains in the manner of necklaces. Number 6201-1 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.160 SC07.02.3.160
        5870-3
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Dec. 4, 1940
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] LOBSTER CHARM Unique charm modeled in gold and applied with transparent lacquer-red enamel on a tooled field, in the form of a lobster claw. Characteristically jointed, the pincer end holds a faceted diamond in a prong setting. It is surmounted by double loops for hanging. Originally designed as a stick pin, this interesting charm was made by Karl Faberge, jeweler to the late sovereigns of Russia. Number 5870-3 Mrs. John L. Pratt December 4, 1940 FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.161 SC07.02.3.161
        1189-8
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan. , 1941
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [On Hammer Galleries stationery, insignia of the Galleries with its double-headed eagle to the left of header; to the right, insignia with the inscription "By appointment to His Majesty the King of Egypt] HAMMER GALLERIES 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

        LOT #1189 – ARTICLE #8 "PORTRAIT OF ANDREW JACKSON" By: Ralph E. W. Earl American………………….XIX Century The expert on American portraits, Mr. Albert Rosenthal states: "Andrew Jackson, by E. W. Earl. This unusual and interesting decorative canvas of the hero of New Orleans adds an unique portrayal of this outstanding figure in American history. Its painter had opportunities for an intimate study of his subject, having practically been a member of the family through his marriage to the niece of General Jackson. He represents his subject in a heroic and dramatic way and caught him in action both in the movement of the body and of facial expression. The portrait is in exceedingly fine condition." This excellent portrait, of great American historical importance is dated at lower left, 1823. It was acquired from Plaza Art Auction Galleries, New York City, January 25, 1935. (C. Michaelson Sale) From the William Randolph Hearst collection of works of art and furnishings, acquired over a period of fifty years, and consisting of objects from every familiar category of art, covering almost every country and period from 2000 B.C. to the end of the 19th century. This vast and distinguished group of objects owned by the International Studio Art Corporation, eminently rich in content, as a whole forms an impelling and unified pattern despite its wide diversity, making it worthy of a large museum; and it is as evident that individual pieces will, by their abundant beauty and appeal, serve the harmonious purposes of use and enjoyment in the modern home. Mrs. John L. Pratt Fredericksburg Virginia January 1941

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.162 SC07.02.3.162
        505-6
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb., 1941
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [On Hammer Galleries stationery, insignia of the Galleries with its double-headed eagle to the left of header; to the right, insignia with the inscription "By appointment to His Majesty the King of Egypt] HAMMER GALLERIES 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK LOT #505 – ART. 6 MARINE PAINTING ON CANVAS "THE AMERICAN PACKET SHIP 'DREADNOUGHT' OF NEW YORK". By: James Wilson Carmichael ENGLISH-1800-1868 From the William Randolph Hearst collection of works of art and furnishings, acquired over a period of fifty years, and consisting of objects from every familiar category of art, covering almost every country and period from 2000 B.C. to the end of the 19th century. This vast and distinguished group of objects owned by the International Studio Art Corporation, eminently rich in content, as a whole forms an impelling and unified pattern despite its wide diversity, making it worthy of a large museum; and it is as evident that individual pieces will, by their abundant beauty and appeal, serve the harmonious purposes of use and enjoyment in the modern home. Mrs. John L. Pratt Fredericksburg, Va. February 1941

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.163 SC07.02.3.163
        Miniature in Frame
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Feb. 26, 1941
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [On Hammer Galleries stationery, insignia of the Galleries with its double-headed eagle to the left of header; to the right, insignia with the inscription "By appointment to His Majesty the King of Egypt] MINIATURE IN FRAME Small, round, gold frame by Faberge, wrought in exquisitely delicate form and ornamented with haut-relief floral swags, a spray of laurel and a graceful bowknot. It contains a beautifully painted miniature on ivory of the late Queen Alexandra of England, sister of the Dowager Empress, Marie Feodorovna of Russia. This is immediately enframed [sic] within a rim of red cisele [sic] gold, and an outer gold rim is finely engraved to finish the piece. Provided with a modeled gold easel and with a loop for hanging, the little bibelot of backed in ivory held by gold screws. It is one of the characteristically superior works of the famed Russian court jeweler, Karl Faberge. From the collection of Prince Youssopoff. Mrs. John L. Pratt February 26, 1941

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.164 SC07.02.3.164
        Florentine Renaissance Bust
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        Jan, 1945
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [On Hammer Galleries stationery, insignia of the Galleries with its double-headed eagle to the left of header; to the right, insignia with the inscription "By appointment to His Majesty the King of Egypt] FLORENTINE RENAISSANCE BUST Lorenzo the Magnificent gave to the period of the Renaissance such impetus and encouragement that they served as the brush [??] which [??] the renewed interest in Classical Art. Lorenzo had his faults, but his love for gems and jewels was less a fault than a talent, for he gathered together one of the finest collections of carved stones and exquisite jewelry ever to be owned by one man, and because he was a collector of Classical Art, others imitated him and followed his example, thus creating a market for the lapidary and goldsmith's work which has never been equalled. [sic] A development from this effort to create unusual pieces of jewelry and decorative objects was the use of large baroque pearls in their natural form. The jeweler eagerly bought these pearls and after recognizing in one the body of a swan, in another the torso of a man, or, as in the figure of the warrior, a well-molded [?] helmet, he proceeded to make a design that completed the picture which his imagination visuallized [sic] with the pearl. It is interesting, therefore, in contemplating the beautiful statuette of the warrior, that the helmet-shaped pearl was in all possibility the inspiration for the subject. We do not know for what aristocrat it was made; we simply know that only a man of fine taste and great wealth could have commanded such a piece from his artisans and that the latter were among the best of the Renaissance period. The best is that of a bearded Greek warrior carved from a large matrix emerald, showing fine detail in portrayal and in execution; on the head the warrior wears a gold helmet covered with the pearl and topped with a winged dragon; the bust stands on four golden snails [??] and is brightened about the [??] with rose diamonds. The plinth is of topaz quartz carved in cameo [??] with heads of warriors and a philosopher. This piece was formerly a part of the well-known Henry Walters Collection. Lillian Pratt January, 1945

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.165 SC07.02.3.165
        5324
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] Article #5324 A nine-paneled, hinged screen closes to form this exquisite egg of solid gold. Surmounting it is the symbol of Christianity, a pelican feeding her blood to her young, rising gracefully from a golden nest. The pelican is enameled in pastel tones – the wings and eyes being set with diamonds. On each panel is a painting by Zehngraf, on ivory, showing various institutes of which the Dowager Empress Marie Feodorovna was the patroness. A fillet of gold, with an inner rim of pearls, frames each scene. On the reverse side, reading from left to right, the panels are inscribed as follows: 1 – "Zenia Institute, founded in 1894". "Nicholai Orphanage, founded 1837". 2 – "Patriotic Institute, founded 1827". 3 – "Smolni Institute, founded 1764". 4 – "Ekaterina Institute, founded 1798". 5 – "Pavlov Institute, founded 1798". 6 – "St. Petersburg Orphanage of Nicholai, founded 1837". "Elizabeth Institute, founded 1808". A center panel which serves as an easel for the egg when opened is chased on one side with a grouping symbolic of the arts; and on the other side with a motif suggesting knowledge. When closed, the egg shows an elaborate design in Empire style and bears the inscription "Visit the vineyard and you will also live, 1797-1897". The gold stand has four columns surmounted with crowned eagle heads and finished with claw feet. Between the columns is an interesting design made up of crossed arrows and laurel leaves. This gift, contained in its original red velvet case, was created by the celebrated court jeweler to Nicholai II, Carl Faberge, and hallmarked with his full name; the initials of his leading workmaster Michael Perchin; the number "56" denoting the Russian equivalent of 14 karat gold; and the device of the government assay office. It was presented to the Dowager Empress by her son, Nicholai II, Easter 1897. Mrs. J. L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.166 SC07.02.3.166
        5454
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [On Hammer Galleries stationery, insignia of the Galleries with its double-headed eagle to the left of header; to the right, insignia with the inscription "By appointment to His Majesty the King of Egypt] TABLE Oval tea table of mahogany with mirror and fine silver chased mountings. A small oval tray, with pierced marquetry can be raised or lowered by regulating a latch beneath the table. The silver mountings were made by the celebrated court jeweler to Nikolai II, Karl Faberge, and are designed in his typical Roman staff and ribbon motif. The table itself was made in Paris by Escalier De Cristal, whose name is burned in the bottom. From the personal quarters of the Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna in the Aleksandr Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Number 5454

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.167 SC07.02.3.167
        5523, 5524
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article Nos. 5523-5524 Pair of icons depicting Saint Savior and "Our Lady of Iberia." They are painted on wood in warm coloring with artistically wrought trappings of gold on silver, set with Ural stones. The Greek symbols on either side of the halos signify Jesus Christ and Mother of God respectively. They were made by the court jeweler, Karl Faberge, master craftsman and designer and are all marked with his full name beneath the Double-headed Eagle of Royal Appointment, and the figures "88" which denote a very high quality of Russian silver. The icons are backed with cerise velvet and are contained in the original boxes of Holly wood, lined with silk and velvet and are also marked with the name of the court jeweler. These icons were made for the last Czar, Nicholai II, and were found in his quarters in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.168 SC07.02.3.168
        5846
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. 5846 Icon of hand-hammered gold on silver depicting Saint Maria, Saint Nicholas, the Wonder Worker, and Saint Alexander Nevsky. God the Father is represented in the Heavens above. The oval frame is mounted at the top with the Holy Dove. The icon was presented to the Czarevitch Nicholai Alexandrovitch, eldest son of Alexander II, who died before his father, thus permitting his younger brother, Alexander III, to succeed to the throne. On the back of the icon is engraved: "To His Imperial Highness, The Sovereign Heir, Czarevitch Nicholai Alexandrovitch, in honor of his confirmation, 1859. 8th of September. This heartfelt offering from the Master of Silversmiths, Vasily Fedotov Ilyia, made by his own hand." From the quarters of the Dowager Empress Marie Feodorovna. Bears the Alexander Palace inventory no. ADM 94735 A. Mrs. John L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.169 SC07.02.3.169
        A68
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. A68 Extremely rare icon pendant with gold on silver mounting. The medallion is very delicately hand-hammered and inlaid with richly colored enamel representing the Saint Savior Enthroned. The Greek symbol of Jesus Christ appears on either side of the halo and the opened book bears the invitation "Come Unto Me etc." The frame is composed of hundreds of pearls. On a separate medallion above is engraved the Holy Vernicle. The back of the pendant is engraved with the symbols of Jesus Christ. From the Prie-Dieu of the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of the last Czar, Nicholai II, in the Imperial Chapel of Feodorovna at Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.170 SC07.02.3.170
        A105
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. A105 Icon of unusual shape, hand-hammered, chased silver. Represented are Saint Nicholas in the center, Saint Alexander on the left and Saint Alexis on the right. These were the patron saints of the last Czar, Nicholai II, his wife, Alexandra, and his son, Alexis. In the mounting are represented two Guardian Angels holding the crown, surrounded by lovely garland effects and set with green Ural stones. This icon was made by the Court Silversmith, Klebnikov, and bears his full name below the double-headed eagle of Royal Appointment. The figures "84" denote the Russian equivalent of Sterling silver. From the cabinet of Nicholai II in the Alexander Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Mrs. John L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.171 SC07.02.3.171
        H3825
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Russian Imperial Treasures

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [double-headed eagle] RUSSIAN IMPERIAL TREASURES Article No. H3825 Unique cheese spoon of gold on silver in grapevine design, while a crown in relief forms the end of the handle. Below this crown appears the coat-of-arms of Prince Yousoupoff on one side and his family monograph on the other. It was made in England, circa 1847. From the Yousoupoff Palace on Moika Canal in St. Petersburg. This Prince will be remembered for the prominent part he played in the assassination of Rasputin, the monk who wielded such influence over the last royal family of Russia. Mrs. John L. Pratt FROM THE HAMMER COLLECTION – 682 FIFTH AVENUE – NEW YORK

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.172 SC07.02.3.172
        Easter Eggs
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [On Hammer Galleries stationery, insignia of the Galleries with its double-headed eagle to the left of header; to the right, insignia with the inscription "By appointment to His Majesty the King of Egypt] Easter Eggs 1. Emerald enameled egg, presented by Czar Nicolai II to his mother, The Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, in 1912. The Empire design of the egg was to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the war of the fatherland against Napoleon. The folding screen of miniatures, which fits into the egg, shows the regiments of which she was honorary Colonel-in-Chief, which regiments were active in War of 1812. Height including stand, 7". Diameter, 4 ½" Screen opened measures 2 ½" x 12 ¾" 2. Ruby enameled egg presented by Czar Alexander III to his wife Czarina Maria Feodorovna in 1893. Has four miniature views of the Caucasian mountainside, and their son, Grand Duke George who had to live in high altitudes due to his ill health. Height 6" including stand Diameter 3 ½"

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      • Text SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.173 SC07.02.3.173
        Imperial Russian Easter Egg 1896
        Hammer Galleries
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English

        Imperial Russian Easter Egg 1896


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100601528/   101652828.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [On Hammer Galleries stationery, insignia of the Galleries with its double-headed eagle to the left of header; to the right, insignia with the inscription "By appointment to His Majesty the King of Egypt] IMPERIAL RUSSIAN EASTER EGG *1896* Presented by the Tsar Nikolai II to his wife, the Tsarina Aleksandra Feodorovna, at Eastertide in the year of their Coronation in Moscow, the magnificent Imperial Easter Egg is rock crystal and gold inlaid with rare champleve enamel and set with gems is one of the monumental works of the illustrious Russian Court Jeweler, Karl Faberge. One of the fabulous forty-nine jeweled Easter gifts in the form of eggs symbolic of New Life, Resurrection and Hopefulness, received by the Empresses Maria Feodorovna and Aleksandra Feodorovna at the height of the Easter Festivals, the rock crystal egg is surpassed by no other one of the artist's creations, and it is said that neither is it equaled in purity of form and adroit workmanship by any of the other jeweled eggs. Fashioned in a block of rock crystal hollowed to remarkable thinness, banded in diamonds and translucent emerald enamel, it is surmounted with a twenty-seven carat Siberian emerald cut en cabochon and pointed. It is mounted on a pedestal of gold inlaid with brilliant varicolored enamel wrought in a series of monograms of the recipient as the Princess Alix of Hesse-Darmstadt before her marriage, and later as Aleksandra Feodorovna, Empress of Russia. Above these appear diamond crowns of the respective royal houses, and narrow diamond borders enframe the spheroidic steps of the pedestal which rises from a circular stepped base in rock crystal. Within the egg, twelve handpainted miniatures on ivory, signed, by Zehngraf, framed in gold and controlled by the emerald at the apex, revolve on a gold columnar axis. These, of the royal residences in Germany, England and Russia associated with the life of the Tsarina, include views of palaces in and near Darmstadt, Hesse, such as the Neue Palais at Darmstadt and Kranichstein in Hesse; Rosenau, Coburg; Balmoral and Windsor Castles and Osborne House in the British Isles; the Winter, Anitchkov and Aleksandr Palaces of Russia. Fully hallmarked, the object bears the master's name in Russian, the Russian initials "MP" for Mikhail Perchin, one of Faberge's chief assistants – himself a creative artist in precious metals and a person of singular ability; the numeral "56" which is the Russian equivalent of fourteen karat gold, and the crossed anchors and sceptre device of the St. Petersburg assay office. The overall height of the rock crystal Easter egg is 9 ¾ inches. It is contained in the original case of velvet, lined in satin and stamped with Faberge's insignia. Lillian T. Pratt [Small typescript note attached] NOTE: SEE PHOTOGRAPHS OF MINIATURES IN INSIDE OF CRYSTAL BALL OF RUSSIAN IMPERIAL EASTER EGG. THE WRITING ON THE BACK OF THE PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH GIVES LOCATION OF THE RESIDENCES IS SAID TO BE THE HANDWRITING OF QUEEN MARY.

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      • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.173.01 SC07.02.3.173.01
        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-1
        Hammer Galleries
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        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-1


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-108961859/   108961865.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue. Annotated in pencil on the back with "Neue Palais Darmstadt Hesse"

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Description: Detail of two painted miniatures inside the Imperial Easter Egg with Revolving Miniatures. The location depicted on the left is Osborne House, Isle of Wight, England, and on the right is Neues Palais, Darmstadt, Germany.

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      • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.173.02 SC07.02.3.173.02
        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-2
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        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-2


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-108962000/   108962006.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue. Annotated in pencil on the back with "Wolfsgarten near Darmstadt Hesse" and "Windsor Palace?"

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Description: Detail of two painted miniatures inside the Imperial Easter Egg with Revolving Miniatures. The location depicted on the left is Schloss Wolfsgarten, near Darmstadt, Germany, and on the right is Windsor Castle, near London, England.

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      • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.173.04 SC07.02.3.173.04
        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-4
        Hammer Galleries
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        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-4


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-108962143/   108962149.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue. Annotated in pencil on the back with "Winter Palace" and "Anichkov Palace"

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Description: Detail of two painted miniatures inside the Imperial Easter Egg with Revolving Miniatures. The location depicted on the left is Anichkov Palace, St. Petersburg, Russia, and on the right is Winter Palace, St. Petersburg, Russia.

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      • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 10 Item: SC07.02.3.173.06 SC07.02.3.173.06
        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-6
        1 item
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        Two Miniatures, 1896 Imperial Russian Easter Egg, 2272-6


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-108962283/   108962289.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Hammer Collection, Hammer Galleries, Fifth Avenue. Annotated in pencil on the back with "Kranichstein Hesse"

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Description: Detail of two painted miniatures inside the Imperial Easter Egg with Revolving Miniatures. The location depicted on the left is Jagdschloss Kranichstein, Darmstadt, Germany, and on the right is Fortress Coburg (Veste Coburg), Germany.

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

  • SC-07-02.4
    Series 2.4: Exhibition Labels
    1933-1934, undated
    • Folder 11
      Hammer Galleries
      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 11 Item: SC07.02.4.001 SC07.02.4.001
        "Photograph of the daughters…"
        Hammer Galleries
        1 item
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Exhibit scripts
        English

        "Photograph of the daughters…"


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100601594/   101652829.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Photograph of the daughters of the Czar Nicholai II in a silver frame made by Faberge, the court jeweler. The blue cross signifies the order of St. Andrew. From the Alexander Palace.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 11 Item: SC07.02.4.002 SC07.02.4.002
        "Linen handkerchief…"
        Hammer Galleries
        1 item
        Oct. 2, 1933
        Paper
        Exhibit scripts
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Linen handkerchief with wide border of brown and blue elephants. Hemstitched and embroidered with monogram of Marie Feodorovna, Dowager Empress of Russia. From the Anitchkov Palace.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 11 Item: SC07.02.4.003 SC07.02.4.003
        "Solid gold column…"
        Hammer Galleries
        1 item
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Exhibit scripts
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Solid gold column. Decorated with a fine wreath design in green gold with a laurel wreath carrying the suspended miniature of Nicholai II surmounted by a crown set with diamonds. Presented to the Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna on her birthday in 1907 by Nicholai the Second. Made by court jeweler Fabergé.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 11 Item: SC07.02.4.004 SC07.02.4.004
        "Silver plaque…"
        Hammer Galleries
        1 item
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Exhibit scripts
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Silver plaque presented to the Dowager Empress Marie upon completion of a church built to commemorate the miraculous escape of the entire Royal Family, when the royal train was wrecked. Inventory no. 23677

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 11 Item: SC07.02.4.005 SC07.02.4.005
        "Icon delicately painted…"
        Hammer Galleries
        1 item
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Exhibit scripts
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Icon delicately painted on wood and mounted with a silver trapping set with seed pearls in Byzantine design, on a background of green enamel. "Our Lord Jesus Christ Holding the Open Scriptures" which read: "The Commandment of the New Day - "Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself". It is backed with red velvet. It was made by the court jeweler Fabergé whose name it bears. It is marked with the figures "88" which denotes the highest quality of Russian silver. From the quarters of Nicholai II in the Alex. Palace, Tsarskoye Selo. Inventory no. 12-31-33.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 11 Item: SC07.02.4.006 SC07.02.4.006
        "Silver teapot…"
        Hammer Galleries
        1 item
        Jan. 4, 1934
        Paper
        Exhibit scripts
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Silver Teapot, bears the crown and monogram of Alexander III. Made in 1891 by Michelson of Copenhagen, Danish court jeweler. From the Gatchince Palace. No. 6136

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 1 folder: 11 Item: SC07.02.4.007 SC07.02.4.007
        "Heart-shaped box…"
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Exhibit scripts
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Heart-shaped box, made by the famous court jeweller - Fabergé -

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

  • SC-07-02.5
    Series 2.5: Correspondence
    1939
    • Oversize
      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Oversize 1 Item: SC07.02.5.001 SC07.02.5.001
        Lady Constance Harriet Stuart Gaskell to Pratt
        Constance Harriet Stuart Milnes Gaskell, Lady, 1885-1964
        1 item
        May 27, 1939
        Paper
        Correspondence
        English

        Lady Constance Harriet Stuart Gaskell to Pratt


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100602122/   101652879.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Crown] MARLBOROUGH HOUSE S.W.1. Dear Mrs. Pratt I am commanded by Queen Mary to convey to you Her Majesty's grateful thanks for the travelling clock which was a gift from Queen Victoria to Princess Alix. The Queen very much interested to have it and touched that you should have given it to Her. The Clock will be put among family relics. You will have read of the terrible motor accident Her Majesty has been in. I am thankful to say she is getting over the effects wonderfully well, it is amazing that the Queen was not seriously injured and indeed that no one was badly hurt. Yrs sincerely Constance [?] Gaskell May 27 39

        Conditions Governing Use

        In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

SC-07-03
Series 3: Estate
96 items Box 2 (3 Folders and 1 Binder)
1932-1947, undated
Scope and Contents

This series is comprised of information about Pratt's estate after her death on July 21, 1947. The estate tax return outlines the extent of her entire estate, including the varied philanthropic bequests and funds she had arranged. Detailed inventories of the estate list her belongings by category. One of the paintings lists was annotated by a local appraiser, Virginia Clarke Taylor, denoting which paintings were "antiques" or not. Finally, there are many price tags from other non-Faberge purchases she made over the years. Most are from the New York department store B. Altman and Company, and detail her acquisitions of silver, lamps, fabric, vases, paintings, and other decorative items.

The series is divided into three subseries: Series 3.1: Tax Information, 1947; Series 3.2: Inventory, 1947, undated; Series 3.3: Other Furnishings, 1932, undated.

  • SC-07-03.1
    Series 3.1: Tax Information
    1947
    • Folder 12
      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 12 Item: SC07.03.1.001 SC07.03.1.001
        United States Estate Tax Return
        United States. Internal Revenue Service
        57 pages
        July 12, 1947
        Paper
        Estate administration records
        English

        United States Estate Tax Return


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100602848/   101652880.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 12 Item: SC07.03.1.002 SC07.03.1.002
        Memorandum of Articles Bequeathed to VMFA (5 copies)
        3 pages
        Aug. 20, 1947
        Paper
        Estate administration records
        English

        Memorandum of Articles Bequeathed to VMFA (5 copies)


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100605950/   101652883.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

  • SC-07-03.2
    Series 3.2: Inventory
    1947, undated
    • Folder 13
      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.001 SC07.03.2.001
        Inventory M1-M85, [Books and Miscellaneous]
        8 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory M1-M85, [Books and Miscellaneous]


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100606148/   101652884.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.002 SC07.03.2.002
        Inventory P1-P131, [Paintings]
        18 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory P1-P131, [Paintings]


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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.003 SC07.03.2.003
        Inventory P1-P136, Paintings (Antique)
        3 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory P1-P136, Paintings (Antique)


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100607864/   101652977.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.004 SC07.03.2.004
        Inventory P3-P139, Paintings (Not Antique)
        8 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory P3-P139, Paintings (Not Antique)


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100608062/   101652978.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.005 SC07.03.2.005
        Inventory P1-P139, [Paintings, Annotated by Virginia Clarke Taylor]
        Virginia Clarke Taylor
        21 pages
        Sep. 6, 1947
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory P1-P139, [Paintings, Annotated by Virginia Clarke Taylor]


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100609249/   101652979.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.006 SC07.03.2.006
        Inventory F1-F256, Furniture (Antique)
        11 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory F1-F256, Furniture (Antique)


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100610107/   101652830.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.007 SC07.03.2.007
        Inventory F4-F257, Furniture (Not Antique)
        7 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory F4-F257, Furniture (Not Antique)


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100610701/   101652831.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.008 SC07.03.2.008
        Inventory F1-F257, [Furniture (All)]
        27 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory F1-F257, [Furniture (All)]


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100611823/   101652832.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.009 SC07.03.2.009
        Inventory F84-F257, [Furniture (All)]
        20 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory F84-F257, [Furniture (All)]


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100613605/   101652881.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.010 SC07.03.2.010
        Inventory S1-S111, [Silver]
        13 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.011 SC07.03.2.011
        Inventory S50-S104, [Silver], 6 copies
        5 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory S50-S104, [Silver], 6 copies


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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.012 SC07.03.2.012
        Inventory J1-J188, [Jewelry]
        17 pages
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.013 SC07.03.2.013
        Inventory J159-172, [Jewelry], 6 copies
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory J159-172, [Jewelry], 6 copies


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100616641/   101652888.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 13 Item: SC07.03.2.014 SC07.03.2.014
        Inventory Estate, [8 Miscellaneous Items], 4 copies
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Estate inventories
        English

        Inventory Estate, [8 Miscellaneous Items], 4 copies


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100616707/   101652889.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [In process]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

  • SC-07-03.3
    Series 3.3: Other Furnishings
    1932, undated
    • Binder
      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.001 SC07.03.3.001
        B. Altman, 26853
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Special Order Dept. 93 Order 26583 THIS TAG MUST BE ATTACHED TO MERCHANDISE WHEN DELIVERED TO B. ALTMAN & CO.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.002 SC07.03.3.002
        B. Altman, 149322
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Special Order Dept. 93 Order No. 149322

        THIS TAG MUST BE ATTACHED TO MERCHANDISE WHEN DELIVERED TO B. ALTMAN & CO.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.003 SC07.03.3.003
        B. Altman, 159619
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Special Order Dept. 93 Order No. 159619

        THIS TAG MUST BE ATTACHED TO MERCHANDISE WHEN DELIVERED TO B. ALTMAN & CO.

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.004 SC07.03.3.004
        B. Altman, 101/4062
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. SALON of Antique Furniture And Works of Art #101/4062/D Antique Cork Cut Glass Comport [sic: Compote] $155.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.005 SC07.03.3.005
        B. Altman, 353/13122
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Gallery of Antiques And Collectors Pieces #353/13122 Description Silhouette Painting on Glass Price $65.00 [crossed through, replaced with $35.00] B. Altman & Co. Fifth Avenue New York

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        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.006 SC07.03.3.006
        B. Altman, S1108
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
        Price tags
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. S 1108 Finest Milanese 17th Century 1 yd 31 in for 95.00 [crossed through] 78.00 [crossed through]

        45 00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.007 SC07.03.3.007
        B. Altman, 16/640
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Treasure Trove No 16/640 Terracotta Urn Price 150.00 [crossed through] 85.00 B. Altman & Co. New York

        [Back] B. Altman & Co. New York 60 25.00 Over Treasure Trove tag

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.008 SC07.03.3.008
        B. Altman, 94/203
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 94/203 BRONZE URN Price 395.00 [crossed through] 300.00 [crossed through] 175.00 B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Back of Treasure Trove tag with B. Altman & Co. New York tag 45.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.009 SC07.03.3.009
        B. Altman, 94/407
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 94/407 BRONZE BUCKET Price 350.00 [crossed through] 175.00 B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Treasure Trove tag with sticker B. Altman & Co. New York 50.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.010 SC07.03.3.010
        B. Altman, 100/14
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 100/14 JADE LAMP W/ SHADE Price 225.00 [crossed through] 165 – B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Treasure Trove tag no new price sticker

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.011 SC07.03.3.011
        B. Altman, 100/101
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 100/101 LAPIS LAZULI LAMP & SHADE Price 375.00 COMPLETE [crossed through] 225.00 [crossed through] B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Treasure Trove tag no new price sticker

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.012 SC07.03.3.012
        B. Altman, 139/10211
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 139/10211 POMPEIIAN BRONZE TRYPOD [sic] Price 265.00 [crossed through] 180.00 [crossed through] 35.00 B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Treasure Trove tag, Sale

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.013 SC07.03.3.013
        B. Altman, 139/12015
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

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        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 139/12015 POMPEIIAN BRONZE VASE Price 275.00 [crossed through] 175.00 B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Treasure Trove tag [$45.00?]

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.014 SC07.03.3.014
        B. Altman, Bloor Darby Long Tom Vase
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
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        B. Altman, Bloor Darby Long Tom Vase


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100618291/   101653070.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Bloor Darby Long Tom Vase over 100 years old B. Altman & Col. New York [Back] Altman Lamps tag

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.015 SC07.03.3.015
        B. Altman, Old Colebrookdale Vase
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        B. Altman, Old Colebrookdale Vase


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100618423/   101653071.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Old Colebrookdale Vase made in England B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Altman lamps tag

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.016 SC07.03.3.016
        B. Altman, 13/B
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
        Price tags
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T 52 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK No. 13 /B – Odd Price 14.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.017 SC07.03.3.017
        B. Altman, 63/2398
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T 52A M 98 B. ALTMAN & CO. 63/2398 [Sheff Repe ?] Candlesticks 1 Pr Price [46.00?] P R

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.018 SC07.03.3.018
        B. Altman, 93C
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T 52-A B. ALTMAN & CO. S 93C 191 16" 11.00

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.019 SC07.03.3.019
        B. Altman, 93C
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T-52A B. ALTMAN & CO. S93C 191 16" 11.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.020 SC07.03.3.020
        B. Altman, 97/5043
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
        Price tags
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK No. 97/5043 Color Price 82.50

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.021 SC07.03.3.021
        B. Altman, 191
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
        Price tags
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        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 A4 93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK St [?] No. 191 Color 2127 Price 70.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.022 SC07.03.3.022
        B. Altman, 191
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 A5 93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK St [?] No. 191 Color 1745 Price 30.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.023 SC07.03.3.023
        B. Altman, 191
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 A5 93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK St. [?] No. 191 Color 1745 Price 30.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.024 SC07.03.3.024
        B. Altman, 191
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 W5 93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK St. [?] No. 191 Color Special Price 40.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.025 SC07.03.3.025
        B. Altman, 44718
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 A 93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK No. 44718 Color TL Price 50.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.026 SC07.03.3.026
        B. Altman, A917
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 R93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK No. A917 Color 475.00 [lined through] Price 150.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.027 SC07.03.3.027
        B. Altman, A917
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 R93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK No. A917 Color 475.00 [lined through] Price 150.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.028 SC07.03.3.028
        B. Altman, A922
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 R93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK No. A922 Color 750.00 [lined through] Price 250.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.029 SC07.03.3.029
        B. Altman, A922
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
        Price tags
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52 R93 B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK No. A922 Color 750.00 [lined through] Price 250.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.030 SC07.03.3.030
        B. Altman, C3 93, 896 TL, D6199
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Paper
        Price tags
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        B. Altman, C3 93, 896 TL, D6199


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100619611/   101653086.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T52-A B. ALTMAN & CO. C3 93 896 TL D6199 Price 60.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.031 SC07.03.3.031
        B. Altman, C3 93, 896 TL, D6199
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        B. Altman, C3 93, 896 TL, D6199


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100619743/   101653087.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: T-52A B. ALTMAN & CO. C3 93 896 TL D6199 Price 60.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.032 SC07.03.3.032
        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/034F
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/034F


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100619875/   101653088.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 301/034F Made in London Year By Mug Price 145.00 [lined through], 95.00 [lined through], 50.00

        Conditions Governing Use

        No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.033 SC07.03.3.033
        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7514
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
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        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7514


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100620007/   101653089.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 301/7514 Made In Year Geo III By Mustard Pot Price 150.00 [lined through], 85.00, 42.50 [Back] DEPT 75 X B

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.034 SC07.03.3.034
        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7515
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
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        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7515


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100620139/   101653090.jpg   
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

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        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 301/7515 Made In Year Geo III By Mustard Pot Price 110.00 [lined through], 65.00 [lined through], 32.50 [Back] DEPT 75 XB

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 301/7524 Made In London Year 1813 By Tea Pot Price 130.00 [lined through], 90.00 [lined through], 40.00

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        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7545
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 301/7545 Made in 1776 Year Geo III By Basket Price 150.00 [lined through], 80.00 [?], 40.00

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        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7547
        B. Altman and Co.
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        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7547


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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 301/7547 Made in London Year 1773 By Sugar Basin Price 120.00 [lined through], 75 [lined through], 40.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.039 SC07.03.3.039
        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7555
        B. Altman and Co.
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        B. Altman Old Silver, 301/7555


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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 301/7555 Made in Year Geo III By 1767 Pr. Candlesticks Price 200.00 pr. [lined through], 120.00 [lined through], 60.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.040 SC07.03.3.040
        B. Altman Old Silver, 319/2182
        B. Altman and Co.
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        B. Altman Old Silver, 319/2182


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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old Silver No. 319/2182 Made in Year By Pair Sheffield [lined through] Candlesticks Price 275.00 [lined through], 200.00 [lined through], 100.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.041 SC07.03.3.041
        B. Altman Old Silver, 321/140
        B. Altman and Co.
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        B. Altman Old Silver, 321/140


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100620799/   101653097.jpg   
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. NEW YORK Old English Sheffield Plate No. 321/140 Article Pr Adam Candlestks [sic] Period Sheffield Price 425.00 [lined through], 210.00 [lined through], 100.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.042 SC07.03.3.042
        B. Altman, 12/953
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 12/953 Lustre Price 225.00 Pr. B. Altman & Co. New York [7 written over "B"; 725 in margin] [Back] Treasure Trove

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.043 SC07.03.3.043
        B. Altman, 12/953
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] No. 12/953 Lustre 225.00 Pr. B. Altman & Co. New York [7 and 725 written on front as well] [Back] Treasure Trove

        Conditions Governing Use

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.044 SC07.03.3.044
        B. Altman, 12/989
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: No. 12/989 Crystals $650.00 Pr. B. Altman & Co. New York [Back] Treasure Trove

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.045 SC07.03.3.045
        B. Altman, 97/5043
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Treasure Trove No. 97/5043 CIG. BOX Price 225.00 [lined through] B. Altman & Co. New York [R829 written over company name at bottom]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.046 SC07.03.3.046
        B. Altman, 5203
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK 5203 25.00 [lined through]; 5.40 [?] 2 Doz. [?] Cluny & Bohemian Lace

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.047 SC07.03.3.047
        B. Altman, 10346
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK [company name written over with 1 Doz. [?]] 10346 85.00 [lined through]; 30.00 [?]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.048 SC07.03.3.048
        B. Altman, 10640
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK 1 Doz. 10640 28.00 [lined through]; 15.00 [?] Bruges Lace

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.049 SC07.03.3.049
        B. Altman, 11370
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK 11370 ¬all 85.00 [lined through]; 30.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.050 SC07.03.3.050
        B. Altman, 11696
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK 11696 1/2 65.00 Dz. [lined through]; 24.00 Doz. [?] Rt [?] Milan Lace

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.051 SC07.03.3.051
        B. Altman, 12875
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK 12875 55.00 Dz. [lined through]; 18.00 Pt. [?] Milan

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.052 SC07.03.3.052
        B. Altman, 13698
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. ALTMAN & CO. NEW YORK 13698 145.00 [lined through] all; 42.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.053 SC07.03.3.053
        B. Altman, Price Sticker
        B. Altman and Co.
        1 item
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: B. Altman & Co. New York 165.00 [lined through]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.054 SC07.03.3.054
        B. Altman, Blank Tag
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] B. Altman & Co. Style Color Size Price [Back] 150.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.055 SC07.03.3.055
        B. Altman, Blank Tag
        B. Altman and Co.
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] B. Altman & Co. Style Color Size Price [Back] 145.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.056 SC07.03.3.056
        Miller and Rhoads, 393B2
        Miller and Rhoads
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Miller & Rhoads RICHMOND, VA. No. 393B2 Mfr. C1004 – C3004 Article Junior Price Lamp Complete 17.95 [Back] W. & J. Sloane 47th & 5th Ave N. Y. City

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.057 SC07.03.3.057
        Lord and Taylor, E-10 2212
        Lord and Taylor
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Antiques Reproductions Decoration Lord & Taylor FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK [Back] CLASS E-10 SEA 0 LOT 2212 Framed English Sampler PRICE $95. Length – Width – Height

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.058 SC07.03.3.058
        J. E. Caldwell, Old Silver Tray
        J.E. Caldwell and Co.
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        J. E. Caldwell, Old Silver Tray


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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Old Silver Tray Hall Marked London 1817 Wm. Elliott J.E. CALDWELL & CO. PHILADELPHIA

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.059 SC07.03.3.059
        J. Parker and E. Wakelin, Sauce Boat
        Parker and Wakelin (Firm)
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        J. Parker & E. Wakelin, Sauce Boat


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100622515/   101653115.jpg   
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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: Sauce Boat Hall Mark London 1763 Makers J. Parker & E. Wakelin

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.060 SC07.03.3.060
        McCutcheon's Upholstery Department, S91
        James McCutcheon and Co.
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        McCutcheon's Upholstery Department, S91


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100622581/   101653116.jpg   
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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: M106 McCutcheon's Upholstery Dept. S91 35.00 [lined through]; 14.50 37 over 5502over T.A.C.M.

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.061 SC07.03.3.061
        Unknown, 236
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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. 236 Size 2 7[?] x 5 Qual. Price 125.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot 236 Size as Season S

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.062 SC07.03.3.062
        Unknown, 237-E
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        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. 237-E Size 2 9 x 5 4 Qual. Price 86.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot 237-E XS as Season K

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.063 SC07.03.3.063
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. 243 Size 2 10 x 5 6 Qual. Price 235.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot 243 X S as Season H [?]

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.064 SC07.03.3.064
        Unknown, 286
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        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt 286 Size 3 4 x 5 10 Qual. Price 125.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot 286 X S as Season S

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.065 SC07.03.3.065
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        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. 295 Size 2 2 x 5 Qual. Price 125.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot 295 X S as Season K

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.066 SC07.03.3.066
        Unknown, D1215
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. D1215 Size 9 x 11 Qual. Price 3,500.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot D. 1215 Size as Season M

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.067 SC07.03.3.067
        Unknown, D1234
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. D.1234 Size 9 x 11 5 Qual. Price 3,500.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot D.1234 X S as Season P

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.068 SC07.03.3.068
        Unknown, D1361
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. D. 1361 Size 2 6 x 4 Qual. Price 250.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot D. 1361 X S as Season T

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.069 SC07.03.3.069
        Unknown, D1369
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. D. 1369 Size 2 7 x 6 8 Qual. Price 675.00 [lined through] [Back] Lot D. 1369 X S Season W

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.070 SC07.03.3.070
        Unknown, 1353B
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: 1353 Geo. Silver Platter London 1806 Wm. Burwash and Richard Sibley EM9

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.071 SC07.03.3.071
        Unknown, 1353B
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: 1353B Geo. Silver Platter London 1806 Wm. Burwash & Richard Sibley RRM

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.072 SC07.03.3.072
        Unknown, 4537
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: 4537 Pair Old Sheffield wine coolers circa 1800 RGG

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.073 SC07.03.3.073
        Unknown, 307
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] 307 Color Width Price $28.50 [Back] #427

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.074 SC07.03.3.074
        Unknown, 2398/L
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: KEA Old English Sheffield Plate Article pr. Candlesticks Number 2398/L Period Circa 1850

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.075 SC07.03.3.075
        Unknown, 10679
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] 10679 Geo. III [lion & unicorn] Antique Sheffield Plate Made in ENGLAND A.D. 1800 By Weight [Back] #10679 pr. three-light Candleabra [sic] Fluted and Gadroon border 16 ½"

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.076 SC07.03.3.076
        Unknown, 301/7523
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: 301/7523 Geo. III Desert [sic] Set 18 K. + 18 F. Price 340.00 [lined through]; 200.00 [lined through]; 100.00

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.077 SC07.03.3.077
        Unknown, 2886
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] N. 2886 [Back] ROYAL WORCESTER

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.078 SC07.03.3.078
        Unknown, 2002
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: 2002 $20.00 (b) Georgian MA

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.079 SC07.03.3.079
        Unknown, D1244
        1 item
        undated
        Paper
        Price tags
        English
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Front] Patt. 1244 Size 8 10 x 11 Qual. Price 1750.00 [lined through]; 500.00 [Back] Lot D1244 X S as Season R

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      • Mixed Materials SC-07 Binder 1 Page: Unknown Item: SC07.03.3.080 SC07.03.3.080
        Unknown, 39032 (2 tags attached together)
        2 items
        Feb. 26, 1932
        Paper
        Price tags
        English

        Unknown, 39032 (2 tags attached together)


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625089/   101653136.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: [Tag 1 Front] No. of Sale No. of Rug 39032 Length 20 feet 3 inches Width 13 feet 4 inches [Tag 1 Back] Turfbaff [Tag 2 Front] SOLD Name Pratt Salesman Date 2-26-32

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    • Folder 14
      S. and G. Gump
      • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 14 Item: SC07.03.3.081 SC07.03.3.081
        S. and G. Gump item description
        1 page
        undated
        Paper
        Sales records
        English

        S. & G. Gump item description


        https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625221/   101653137.jpg   
        Immediate Source of Acquisition

        Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

        Biographical / Historical

        American--1

        General

        Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

        Preferred Citation

        Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

        Scope and Contents

        Transcription: S. & G. GUMP CO. SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

        Antique French miniature musical watch and vanity box in the form of a butterfly. Exquisite variegated colored enamels have been imposed on the gold body. This box was a gift from Louis XVI to the Chinese Emperor Chien Lung. From the collection of the late Mrs. Mabel L. Gump.

        S. & G. GUMP COMPANY

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SC-07-04
Series 4: Clippings
6 items Box 2 (1 Folder)
1932-1937, undated
Scope and Contents

This series is comprised of the few clippings that were found in the collection. As none of these particular clippings were mentioned in the correspondence directly, it's possible that they did not originally belong to Pratt. The photographic copies of some of the articles were obviously made much later, but were retained as they may have been copies of articles Pratt once kept.

  • Folder 15
    • Books SC-07 Box 2 folder: 15 Item: SC07.04.0.001 SC07.04.0.001
      "Royal Russian Treasures," Richmond News Leader (2 copies)
      Richmond news leader
      1 item
      Apr. 20, 1932
      Paper
      Clippings
      English

      "Royal Russian Treasures," Richmond News Leader (2 copies)


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625287/   101653138.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Thalhimer's, Richmond

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: Thalhimers cordially invite you to view this extraordinary exhibit of Royal Russian Treasures

      This remarkable assemblage of Russian treasures were collected by two intrepid young Americans, Dr. Armand Hammer and his brother, Mr. Victor Hammer. It's the first important collection to come out of Russia since the Revolution. Be sure to see it.

      All Articles are for Sale Royal Crown Jeweled Objects Icons from the 15th Century Antique Fabrics and Brocades Copes and Chasubles Silver, Porcelain and Glassware

      FIFTH FLOOR

      Thalhimers

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    • Books SC-07 Box 2 folder: 15 Item: SC07.04.0.002 SC07.04.0.002
      "Czarist Treasures to be seen in the Lobby of the Jefferson Hotel," Richmond Times-Dispatch (2 copies)
      Richmond times-dispatch
      1 item
      Apr. 24, 1932
      Paper
      Clippings
      English

      "Czarist Treasures to be seen in the Lobby of the Jefferson Hotel," Richmond Times-Dispatch (2 copies)


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625419/   101653139.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Thalhimer's, Richmond

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: Czarist Treasures to Be Seen In the Lobby of Jefferson Hotel

      Part of $500,000 Collection Is Removed From Thalhimer's Store Under Heavy Police Guard; Interesting Relics Attract Attention

      Czarist treasures, including personal possessions of Catherine the Great, a bracelet of "Titiana," the young grand duchess murdered by the Bolshevists, and pictures of the Grand Duke Boris, "handsomest officer of the Imperial Russian Army," were taken yesterday from the main collection at Thalhimer's and placed on exhibit in the lobby of the Jefferson Hotel. Although only a small portion of the 500,000 collections, which has been on exhibit at the store during the past week, and may be seen there through Thursdays, was moved to the hotel. Miss Alva Lowry, who is traveling with the exhibit, was provided police protection to ensure the safety of the relics. [...] These, however, pale into insignificance beside the main collection, reigned over by the diamond-mounted miniatures of the last Czarevitch in its lapis lazuli Easter egg. The gold-mounted diamond-studded egg wtih its contents was the $50,000 Easter gift of the last Czar to the Czarina on Easter, 1912.

      When brought to The Times-Dispatch to be photographed, the $50,000 egg was guarded by Patrolman William H. Southward, who acted as escort for Miss Lowry on the trip to the Jefferson. [...]

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    • Books SC-07 Box 2 folder: 15 Item: SC07.04.0.003 SC07.04.0.003
      "Romanoff Gems, Art Shown Here," Aaron Marc Stein, New York Evening Post
      New York post
      1 item
      Jan. 3, 1933
      Paper
      Clippings
      English

      "Romanoff Gems, Art Shown Here," Aaron Marc Stein, New York Evening Post


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625617/   101653140.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: NEW YORK EVENING POST. TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 1933 Romanoff Jewels Exhibited Here Art treasures of former rulers of Russias on display today. (Picture on left is by Parade Studios, Inc.) ROMANOFF GEMS, ART SHOWN HERE Collection of Dr. Armand Hammer Includes Ikons of 14th Century Russia By AARON MARC STEIN The largest collection of jewels and other personal possessions of the Romanoffs, formerly rulers of all the Russias, ever to be shown in America, has been placed on exhibition in the Georgian Room at Lord & Taylor's. The collection will have its private showing this afternoon and will be opened to the public tomorrow. Ikons dating back to the fourteenth century, other sacred images in which each nimbus is incrusted with gems, furniture, porcelains, brocades and the fabulous jewels that were one of the oriental or medieval characteristics of the Russian Imperial Court, are included in the collection, formed by a young American doctor who searched village market places for relics of imperial glory. The doctor was Armand Hammer, M.D. It was a very new M.D. conferred on him by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University, and the young physician set out on an errand of adventure and mercy. He organized a relief expedition which reached Russia in 1921. Civil war had hardly ended, and in the Urals Dr. Hammer found famine sweeping the country. […] Another of these eggs is of lapis lazuli covered with an elaborate gold filligree. Approximately the size of an ostrich egg, it is lavishly jeweled and set with a square flat diamond into which is cut the monogram of the Empress and the date. This egg was the gift of the late Czar to his wife. When opened this egg contains a double eagle set with diamonds and a miniature portrait of the Czarevitch, done in the full round. The bust portrait of the little Prince in his sailor suit is handled in a naturalistically life-like manner. […]

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    • Books SC-07 Box 2 folder: 15 Item: SC07.04.0.004 SC07.04.0.004
      "Grand Duchess Victoria Dead," United Press, New York Herald Tribune
      New York Herald Tribune (Firm)
      1 item
      Mar. 3, 1936
      Paper
      Clippings
      English

      "Grand Duchess Victoria Dead," United Press, New York Herald Tribune


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625683/   101653142.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: NEW YORK HERALD TRIBUNE, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 1936 Grand Duchess Victoria Dead; Lived as the 'Empress of Russia' Sister of Queen Marie and Cousin of George V, Victim of Stroke Near Munich By The United Press MUNICH, Germany, March 2.— Grand Duchess Victoria Feodorovna, wife of Grand Duke Cyril of Russia, head of the Romanoff family and self-described Czar of All the Russias, died today of an apoplectic stroke at the castle of her daughter, Princess Maria von Leiningen, in Amorbach, Lower Franconia. She was fifty-nine years old. The Grand Duchess, a sister or Dowager Queen Marie of Rumania and a first cousin of the late King George V of England, will be buried in Coburg, Germany, where she and the Grand Duke have maintained a court since 1924. King Carol of Rumania and representatives of King Edward VIII and of Marie, the Queen Mother of Jugoslavia, will attend. Ten days ago the Grand Duchess was stricken with pneumonia when she went to the bedside of her daughter, who had just given birth to a son. As soon as her condition became grave her three sisters, the Dowager Queen Marie; the Princess of Hohenlohe-Langenburg, and the Infanta Beatriz of Bourbon-Orleans, hastened to Amorbach. The Grand Duke Cyril, a cousin of the late Czar Nicholas II, who was on a holiday in his retreat in Brittany, also rushed back to Germany, arriving soon before his wife's death. He telegraphed the news to the various courts of Europe. Today the court of Jugoslavia, by decree of King Peter II, ordered a month of mourning. […]

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    • Books SC-07 Box 2 folder: 15 Item: SC07.04.0.005 SC07.04.0.005
      "Faberge Royal Craftsman," Ethel Walton Everett, New York Sun
      New York sun
      1 item
      Oct. 16, 1937
      Paper
      Clippings
      English

      "Faberge Royal Craftsman," Ethel Walton Everett, New York Sun


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625749/   101653143.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: THE NEW YORK SUN, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1937 ANTIQUES Faberge Royal Craftsman Examples of His Work Include Silver Service and Translucent Enamels. By ETHEL WALTON EVERETT. A sumptuous silver tea and coffee service by Carl G. Faberge, the Russian Court jeweler, made for the Grand Duchess Alexandra Josephovna, has just been put on exhibition in the Schaffer Collection of Russia Imperial Art Treasures. Commissioned as a silver-wedding anniversary present, it bears the initials "A. J." of the Grand Duchess and engraved facsimile auto graphs, "Olga," "Vera" and "Dmitri." In addition to samovar, drip bowl and rounded, rectangular tray; coffee and tea urns, sugar container and creamer, with large oval tray; matching items include one dozen spoons, tea strainer, lemon fork, tea scoop and sugar tongs. Every piece is of extreme grace and beauty, difficult to achieve with the classical design used. The collection has a comprehensive showing of Faberge's translucent enamels, with examples of his delicate tones of palest almond green, claire de lune, lustrous "pearly white," lavender, and a pale, bright color exactly like the polished birchwood for which Russia is famous. The enamel is combined with chased and chiseled gold and silver, in photograph frames of various shapes, cigarette boxes, candlesticks and other pieces, many set with jewels, and the majority having his signature. One of the last named is a cigarette box of heavy polished gold, with translucent enamel of pale peacock blue, having narrow gold borders, ornamented with a delicate leaf and flower design in gem-like emerald green and ruby red. Deep royal blue and pale salmon pink are used for other cigarette boxes. Among the larger enameled pieces are a pair of candlesticks claire de lune, on silver, with gold tops, bases and feet, richly chiseled, and with delicate gold swags, set with jewels. The same claire de lune enamel and harmonizing swag design appear on the handle of gold seal with the crown and monogram "TH" of the Grand Duchess Tatiana, with six diamonds set in the green and yellow gold decoration. The seals are varied in character. Bearing the crown and "AH" monograms of the Czar, is one with handle of plain, polished ivory, with a very simple design in the gold band which holds the dark gray agate seal. Another is an attractive little cylinder of pure white polished crystal, with engraved crown and "NB" initials. The ornamentation is like a guard ring, a band of small, square rubies, between two bands of tiny diamonds. [Image of candlestick with enamel and gold mountings. Caption:] One of a pair of candlesticks by Faberge of pale blue translucent enamel on silver with gold mountings shown by Schaffer Galleries. [Image of silver samovar]

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SC-07-05
Series 5: Museum Records
19 items Box 2 (1 Folder)
1901-1947, undated
Scope and Contents

This series is comprised of items related to the Pratt collection that were transferred from the Curatorial department. Items found in the object records include early photographs of items from both Hammer Galleries and the Schaffer Collection, photographs of the Russian imperial family, as well as a statement of account from Hammer and the first complete list of the collection after its arrival at the museum in 1947.

  • Folder 16
    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 15 Item: SC07.CF.01.001 SC07.CF.01.001
      A $1,000,000 Worth of Easter Eggs
      Fulmer, RosamondHammer GalleriesWorld Wide Photos, Inc.
      1 item
      Nov. 22, 1937
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs

      A $1,000,000 Worth of Easter Eggs


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100625881/   101653145.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Wide World Photos, Inc. (NY-33541), Copyright 1937.

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: In a publicity shot that was circulated to newspapers, Rosamond Fulmer leans on a counter behind ten imperial Easter eggs on display at Hammer Galleries. Several icons can be seen hanging on the wall to the right behind Fulmer.

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.001 SC07.CF.02.001
      Schaffer Galleries, Item 258
      Schaffer CollectionAkron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Back of silver triptych icon with an engraved inscription within a laurel crown. Translated from the Russian, it reads: "Blessing of the Preobrazhenskii Regiment. June 3rd, 1884. A new commandment I give unto you the ye love one another as I loved you. (St. John, Chapter 13, Verse 34)".

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.002 SC07.CF.02.002
      Schaffer Galleries, Item 259
      Schaffer CollectionAkron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Cover of silver triptych icon with a Greek cross surrounded by finely detailed leaves.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.003 SC07.CF.02.003
      Schaffer Galleries, Item 264
      Schaffer CollectionAkron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Silver triptych icon featuring paintings of the Transfiguration in the center, St. Elizabeth standing in the left side panel, and St. Sergius of Radonezh standing in the right side panel. Each panel is surrounded by an elaborate patterned border.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.004 SC07.CF.02.004
      Schaffer Galleries, Item 322
      Schaffer CollectionAkron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Triangular silver picture frame with geometric enamel background. Central circular cut-out is bordered in pearls and features an image of Alexandra Feodorovna.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.005 SC07.CF.02.005
      Schaffer Galleries, Item 402
      Schaffer CollectionAkron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Back of silver diptych icon. One side has an engraved inscription that indicates that it was presented to Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra by courtiers. The other side features an elaborate scroll work design and studded with ten turquoise, garnets, and pearls.

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.006 SC07.CF.02.006
      Schaffer Galleries, Item 404
      Schaffer CollectionAkron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Silver diptych icon featuring paintings of Princess St. Alexandra on the left and St. Nicholas the Miracle Worker on the right. Each painting is bordered with pearls and the top of the icon is curved like an arch.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.007 SC07.CF.02.007
      Schaffer Galleries, Items 733-738
      Schaffer CollectionAkron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      8 x 10
      Black-and-white photographs

      Schaffer Galleries, Items 733-738


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100626805/   101653152.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Rock crystal parasol handle with the head of a dog etched and enameled inside the crystal ball. The base of the handle is studded with small gemstones.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

    • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.02.008 SC07.CF.02.008
      Envelope from Akron Studios to Russian Imperial Treasures, 15 W. 50th Street, Attn. Mr. Schaffer
      Akron Studios
      1 item
      [1936 or later]
      Paper
      Envelopes
      English

      Envelope from Akron Studios to Russian Imperial Treasures, 15 W. 50th Street, Attn. Mr. Schaffer


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100626937/   101653153.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: AKRON STUDIOS 232 EAST 42nd STREET NEW YORK CITY

      TO Russian Imperial Treasures 15 W 50th St Att Mr Schaefer [sic]

      Photographs - Do Not Bend

      Conditions Governing Use

      No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.03.001 SC07.CF.03.001
      Red Cross Easter Egg stand
      1 item
      undated
      Paper
      Record drawings
      English
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Small pencil drawing of a decorative stand for the Red Cross Easter Egg. It is unknown who the artist is, but the drawing does resemble the gold stand currently used by the museum to hold the egg. The rusted imprint from a paperclip can be seen at the top left.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.04.001 SC07.CF.04.001
      Lillian Thomas Pratt Collection
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      51 pages
      [1947?]
      Paper
      Accession registers
      English

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Collection


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100627729/   101653155.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: [In process]

      Conditions Governing Use

      No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

    • Text SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.05.001 SC07.CF.05.001
      Statement of Account with Hammer Galleries [copy]
      Hammer Galleries
      13 pages
      Aug. 10, 1947
      Paper
      Estate administration records
      English

      Statement of Account with Hammer Galleries [copy]


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100630699/   101653156.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: [In process]

      Conditions Governing Use

      No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

    • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.06.001 SC07.CF.06.001
      Rock Crystal Easter Egg by Carl Fabergé Postcard
      Artvue
      2 copies
      undated
      Paper
      Picture postcards
      English

      Rock Crystal Easter Egg by Carl Fabergé Postcard


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-114258848/   114258854.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Black-and-white postcard featuring a single image of the Rock Crystal Easter Egg.

      Conditions Governing Use

      No Copyright - United States: http://rightsstatements.org/page/NoC-US/1.0/?language=en

    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.07.001 SC07.CF.07.001
      Imperial Family and Royal Relatives at Fredensborg, Eneberettiget
      Eneberettiget
      1 item
      1901
      9 x 12
      Black-and-white photographs
      English

      Imperial Family and Royal Relatives at Fredensborg, Eneberettiget


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-114258970/   114258976.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      Danish--4

      General

      Found in file for 47.20.376

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Group portrait of 29 members of the Russian Imperial Romanov family and royal relatives from Denmark, Sweden, Norway, England, and Greece on the steps of the palace at Fredensborg, Denmark. Seven children, all dressed in white, appear in the first row, with 22 adults behind them.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Mixed Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.07.002 SC07.CF.07.002
      Identification of People in the Fredensborg Photo
      1 item
      undated
      Paper
      Notes
      English

      Identification of People in the Fredensborg Photo


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-114259092/   114259098.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      Danish--4

      General

      Found in file for 47.20.376

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Transcription: Family Group taken in Bernstorff, Denmark, after the death of Queen Louisa of Denmark, in 1898.

      1. Louise Princess of Sweden and Norway, wife of Crown Prince Frederick of Denmark 2. Crown Prince Frederick of Denmark, later King Frederick VIII. 3. Princess Ingeborg of Denmark. 4. Queen Alexandra of England. 5. King George of Greece. 6. King Christian IX of Denmark. 7. Princess Thyra of Denmark. 8. Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna of Russia. 9. Prince Johann of Glucksburg (Uncle Hans). 10. Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna, sister of Nicholas II. 11. Prince Peter of Oldenburg, husband of Duchess Olga. 12. Prince Nicholas of Greece. 13. Empress Alexandra Feodorovna.

      [Hand drawn and numbered outlines of the heads of all the people in the photograph]

      14. Princess Victoria of England. 15. Grand Duke Michael, brother of Nicholas II. 16. Emperor Nicholas II of Russia. 17. Prince Harold of Denmark. 18. King Edward VII of England. 19. Queen Maud of Norway. 20. King Haakon VII of Norway. 21. Princess Alexandrina, nee Princess of Mecklenbourg (Present Queen of Denmark). 22. Christian, son of the Crown Prince of Denmark. (Present King of Denmark). 23. 24. 25. Grand Duchess Tatiana Nlcolaievna 26. Grand Duchess Olga Nicolaievna. 28. Prince Aag of Denmark. 29. Princess Dagmara of Denmark.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.08.001 SC07.CF.08.001
      The Imperial Family on the Yacht "Standart," Summer of 1908
      1 item
      1908
      3 5/8 x 4 3/4
      Black-and-white photographs

      The Imperial Family on the Yacht "Standart," Summer of 1908


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-114259154/   114259160.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      Russian--4

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Group portrait of the Russian Imperial Romanov family on the desk of their royal yacht "Standart". Empress Alexandra Feodorovna sits in the center with Prince Alexei on her lap. Her four daughers, Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana, Maria, and Anastasia, and her husband, Emperor Nicholas II, stand behind her.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.09.001 SC07.CF.09.001
      The Empress at Peterhof, Photo by Anna Virubova
      Anna Aleksandrovna Vyrubova, 1884-1964
      1 item
      1910
      3 5/8 x 4 3/4
      Black-and-white photographs

      The Empress at Peterhof, Photo by Anna Virubova


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-114259277/   114259283.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      Russian--4

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Blurry portrait of the Empress Alexandra Feodorovna, who sits in a high-backed chair outdoors in a garden-like setting. Wearing a large hat and formal dress, she looks at the camera directly, with one hand in her lap and the other with elbow bent and fingers touching her right cheek.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.10.001 SC07.CF.10.001
      The Emperor and Alexei N. on the "Standart," Photo by the Empress
      Alexandra, Empress, consort of Nicholas I, Emperor of Russia, 1798-1860
      1 item
      1912
      3 5/8 x 4 3/4
      Black-and-white photographs

      The Emperor and Alexei N. on the "Standart," Photo by the Empress


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-114259400/   114259406.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      Russian--4

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Portait of the Emperor Nicholas II and Prince Alexei seated next to each other on the deck of the royal yacht "Standart". Nicholas holds a newspaper in his lap as Alexei seems to squint into the sun.

      Conditions Governing Use

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    • Graphic Materials SC-07 Box 2 folder: 16 Item: SC07.CF.11.001 SC07.CF.11.001
      Empress Alexandra, Peterhof, Photo by Anna Virubova
      Anna Aleksandrovna Vyrubova, 1884-1964
      1 item
      1914
      3 5/8 x 4 3/4
      Black-and-white photographs

      Empress Alexandra, Peterhof, Photo by Anna Virubova


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-114259523/   114259529.jpg   
      Immediate Source of Acquisition

      Gift of Lillian Thomas Pratt.

      Biographical / Historical

      Russian--4

      General

      Digitization of the Lillian Thomas Pratt Archives has been made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

      Preferred Citation

      Lillian Thomas Pratt Personal Papers (SC-07). VMFA Archives, Richmond, Virginia.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Blurry portrait of the Empress Alexandra Feodorovna, who sits on a sofa indoors. Wearing a high-necked shirt and long skirt, she looks away from the camera towards the floor, with her hands clasped in her lap. Behind her, she is surrounded by picture frames, small vases, and flowers, on shelves that continue well above her head.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en

  • Photographic Archives
    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.01.001 SC07.PH.01.001
      Children looking at Fabergé imperial eggs
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      undated
      4 x 5
      Black-and-white negative

      Children looking at Fabergé imperial eggs


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631293/   101653157.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Two young children bend down to peer at Fabergé eggs sitting on a table. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.02.001 SC07.PH.02.001
      Children looking inside Fabergé imperial egg
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      1966
      4 x 5
      Black-and-white negative

      Children looking inside Fabergé imperial egg


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631368/   101653158.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Two young children peer into the open top of the Imperial Tsarevich Easter Egg. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé imperial eggs.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.03.001 SC07.PH.03.001
      Children looking at Fabergé eggs
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      1966
      4 x 5
      Black-and-white negative

      Children looking at Fabergé eggs


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631442/   101653159.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: A young girl tries on a jewelled ring as a young boy looks on. Four Fabergé eggs are on the table in front of them. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.04.001 SC07.PH.04.001
      Henrietta Lloyd Near, State Services Assistant, cleaning the flowers in the gallery case
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      June 26, 1956
      4 x 5
      Black-and-white negative

      Henrietta Lloyd Near, State Services Assistant, cleaning the flowers in the gallery case


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631516/   101653160.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Museum staffer Henrietta Near uses a long-handled narrow brush to clean Fabergé flowers in an exhibition case.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.05.001 SC07.PH.05.001
      [Harry?] Robertson, Docent and Studio Instructor, holding Fabergé rabbit pitcher
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      Mar. 23, 1959
      4 x 5
      Black-and-white negative

      [Harry?] Robertson, Docent and Studio Instructor, holding Fabergé rabbit


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631564/   101653161.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: A young girl smiles as a museum guard presents her with Faberge's rabbit pitcher. She holds another open Fabergé egg in her hands while another guard looks on. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.06.001 SC07.PH.06.001
      Cossitt children viewing Fabergé imperial eggs
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      1967
      35mm
      Color negative

      Cossitt children viewing Fabergé imperial eggs


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631612/   101653162.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Two young children look at one another while their hands rest on a table with two Fabergé imperial eggs on it. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.07.001 SC07.PH.07.001
      Cossitt child viewing Fabergé imperial egg
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      1967
      35mm
      Color negative

      Cossitt child viewing Fabergé imperial egg


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631660/   101653163.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: A young boy stares at Fabergé's Imperial Easter Egg with Revolving Miniatures, which is set on a table right in front of him. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.08.001 SC07.PH.08.001
      Cossitt children holding Fabergé vase with tulip
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      1967
      35mm
      Color negative

      Cossitt children holding Fabergé vase with flowers


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631708/   101653164.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: A young girl holds the vase of a Fabergé tulip in her hands while a young boy looks on. Other Fabergé pieces, including the Imperial Red Cross Easter Egg, sits on the same table behind the flower. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.09.001 SC07.PH.09.001
      Cossitt child opening Fabergé egg to view ring
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      1967
      35mm
      Color negative

      Cossitt child opening Fabergé egg to view ring


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631756/   101653165.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: A young girl opens an egg-shaped ring box which contains a jewelled ring within it. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.10.001 SC07.PH.10.001
      Henrietta Lloyd Near, State Services Assistant, cleaning the flowers in the gallery case
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      June 26, 1956
      35mm
      Black-and-white negative

      Henrietta Lloyd Near, State Services Assistant, cleaning the flowers in the gallery case


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631804/   101653166.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Museum staffer Henrietta Near uses a short-handled wide brush to clean Fabergé flowers in an exhibition case.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.11.001 SC07.PH.11.001
      Children looking at Fabergé egg pendant
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      Late 1950s/early 1960s
      35mm
      Black-and-white negative

      Children looking at Fabergé egg pendant


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631852/   101653167.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: A young girl dangles a Fabergé miniature Easter egg pendant on a chain over a table while a young boy touches the egg with his index finger. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.12.001 SC07.PH.12.001
      Children looking at Fabergé objects in gallery case
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      Late 1950s/early 1960s
      35mm
      Black-and-white negative

      Children looking at Fabergé objects in gallery case


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631900/   101653168.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: A young girl rests her gloved hands on the edge of a display case filled with Fabergé artworks as a young boy to her left watches and smiles. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License. 

    • Graphic Materials Binder: SC-07 Photo Archives Page: Unknown Item: SC07.PH.13.001 SC07.PH.13.001
      Children looking at Fabergé imperial eggs
      Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
      1 item
      Late 1950s/early 1960s
      35mm
      Black-and-white negative

      Children looking at Fabergé imperial eggs


      https://www.vmfa.museum/piction/94061105-100631948/   101653169.jpg   
      Biographical / Historical

      American--1

      Preferred Citation

      VMFA Photo Archives.

      Scope and Contents

      Description: Two young children stare at three Fabergé eggs, including the Imperial Tsarevich Easter Egg and Imperial Easter Egg with Revolving Miniatures, which are all set on a pedestal at eye level inches away from their faces. In the 1950s and 1960s, the museum regularly set up publicity shots with children that allowed them to take a closer look at (and often touch!) the Fabergé artworks.

      Conditions Governing Use

      In Copyright: http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en. The VMFA owns all legal rights to these images, including any available copyrights, but the content is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License.