Teach children about Russian history while they enjoy coloring these Imperial Russian Faberge Easter egg designs.
Fabergé eggs are jewelled eggs made by Peter Carl Fabergé and his assistants between 1885 and 1917.
Most of the Fabergé Easter eggs were given to Tsars Alexander III and Nicholas II of Russia. The eggs are constructed with precious metals and decorated with various gems and enamels.
To learn more about Peter Carl Fabergé and Russian Art visit the PBS Treasures of the World web site.
The Fabergé Experience tells about how Fabergé eggs were made and discusses the types of gemstones used in the designs. The site also has wonderful illustrations and descriptions.
Detailed photos, history and ongoing research on Fabergé Eggs
Beautiful close-up photographs of Fabergé Eggs visit Treasures of Imperial Russia web site
