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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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