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In the dazzling world of precious stones and noble metals, certain jewelers stand out, mastering the art of harmonizing understated elegance with absolute refinement, genius with design, and sophistication with eternal, unforgettable splendor.
The name Fabergé, emblematic of originality and synonymous with the creations of a legendary house, has left an indelible mark on the history of jewelry and decorative arts. Renowned for uniting jewelry, artistic design, and utility into objets de luxe and objets de fantaisie, Fabergé's creations have always captivated with their exquisite craftsmanship. Fashioned from gold, silver, enamel, and precious stones, the pieces produced in Fabergé's workshops testify to exceptional virtuosity, marked by meticulous attention to detail and perfect material harmony. Even works inspired by earlier stylistic vocabularies bear the unmistakable mark of originality.

The National Museum of History of Moldova treasures a spectacular ladle, crafted in Fabergé's workshops in the late 19th century.
The Fabergé ladle is a curious blend of the "Russian style" and the "modern style." Made of solid silver, it features a circular, gold-plated bowl. Its raised, stylized handle (hook-shaped) is adorned with vegetal motifs, triple rings, and silver pearls. The rim is embellished with a wide band composed of rectangular medallions, decorated with spiral loops and stylized scales arranged alternately. The bowl is supported by four hemispherical feet. At the center, engraved inscriptions read: Eugenie von Platonow/St. Petersburg and ТОРГОВЫЙ ДОМЪ „АЛЕКСАНДРЪ"/1863/15/10/1913.
Research suggests that this ladle was commissioned by Alexander Trauberg, a first-guild merchant and owner of the "АЛЕКСАНДРЪ" Trading House located at Nevsky Boulevard 11, St. Petersburg. It was likely created to mark the 50th anniversary of his business in 1913.
The hallmark stamped on the base-Fabergé's K. ФАБЕРЖЕ logo surmounted by the Russian Empire's coat of arms, alongside the female profile in a kokoshnik within an oval frame, accompanied by the Greek letter Δ (delta) and the silver purity standard "88"-confirms that the piece was produced by Fabergé's Moscow branch.
The hypnotic charm of Fabergé's creations defined the aesthetic ideals of an era, embodying exuberance and refinement, crafted by a jeweler to kings and a king among jewelers.

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"A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim

July 22, 2023

On July 22nd, in the courtyard of the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place "A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim, an event where participants had the opportunity to discover the secrets and subtleties of protocol and etiquette.

For 2 hours, the participants enjoyed a relaxing and interactive atmosphere, having the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and learn new things about the world of protocol and etiquette. Ariana Trofim, master in International Law and author of the practical guide "Institutional Protocol", captivated the audience with her vast knowledge and expertise in the field. Topics such as etiquette and elegance, dress code and the importance of following a dress code, using business cards, arranging a meeting and meeting/conducting a guest were discussed.

The event was an opportunity to get to know the world of protocol and etiquette in an interactive and friendly way, and Ariana Trofim made a positive impression on the participants with her warm and professional approach. On this occasion, the participants had a delicious coffee offered by the organizers, and each of them received a free entrance ticket to the museum, a gesture appreciated by all those present.

We thank all those who were present and contributed to the success of this unique event, and to those interested in the topic of protocol and etiquette, we remind them that Ariana Trofim offers practical courses in this field, addressed to both public and private institutions, as well as to people interested in this fascinating field.

Ariana Trofim is an outstanding personality in the world of protocol, being the laureate of the prestigious "First People" International Competition for Protocol and Etiquette. His contribution to the development and popularization of the protocolist profession was recognized by the award he received in this competition. In addition, she is the only person from the Republic of Moldova certified in international business and diplomatic protocol, which demonstrates her high level of competence in this field.

We are glad to have been able to offer this opportunity for learning and interaction and look forward to future events organized in collaboration with Ariana Trofim and the National Museum of History of Moldova!

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Fabergé Ladle

"A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim

July 22, 2023

#Exhibit of the Month