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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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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