Rare Fabergé 'Winter Egg' & Iconic Bowie Album Cover Up for Auction
A rare 'Winter Egg' by Carl Fabergé, a gift from Tsar Nicholas II to Empress Maria Feodorovna in 1913, is set to hit the auction block at Christie's. This will be the third time the exquisite egg, valued between $30 and $40 million, goes under the hammer. Meanwhile, the original artwork for David Bowie's iconic 'Aladdin Sane' album cover is also up for grabs, potentially becoming the most expensive music album cover ever sold at auction.
The 'Winter Egg', crafted from rock crystal and adorned with over 100 rose-cut diamonds, is a masterpiece of deco art. Experts praise its monochromatic design and craftsmanship, deeming it one of the most elegant imperial Easter eggs created by the Fabergé firm. It has previously sold for $5.6 million in 1994 and $9.6 million in 2002. This time, estimates range from $30 to $40 million.
The original artwork for David Bowie's 'Aladdin Sane', created by photographer Brian Duffy, could break records. First announced for auction in 2016, bidding for this piece begins on October 22. Initial estimates place it at £300,000 ($405,000), which could make it the most expensive music album cover ever sold at auction.
The 'Winter Egg' and the 'Aladdin Sane' artwork are set to captivate collectors and art enthusiasts alike. With their rich histories and cultural significance, these pieces are expected to fetch high prices at Christie's upcoming auction.
