Rolls-Royce debuts Spirit of Ecstasy Faberge Egg

From Kings and Queens to entrepreneurs, many of the most prominent and wealthy collectors of the 20^th and 21^st century have been beguiled by the lure of a Faberge Egg.

With just 50 pre-1917 Imperial Eggs completed, these exceptionally precious creations are some of the most valuable and coveted objects ever to have been made.

Now, in a contemporary fashion, a new Faberge Egg has been created. Two of the world's most esteemed houses of luxury have joined forces to create one unique objet d'art, for one discerning patron. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and Faberge proudly announce the 'Spirit of Ecstasy' Faberge Egg.

For the first time in history, an iteration of the Spirit of Ecstasy, the enigmatic mascot that has adorned Rolls-Royce motor cars since 1911, is cocooned in an exquisite, contemporary, Faberge Egg.

The design, conceived by Rolls-Royce Designers Stefan Monro and Alex Innes and rendered by Faberge Lead Designer Liisa Talgren, has been brought to life by Faberge workmaster Paul Jones, creating a contemporary interpretation of one of the world's most fabled and prized possessions.

The Egg connects the elements that lie at the very core of each marque - the Spirit of Ecstasy, the illustrious muse that has guided each Rolls-Royce motor car for over a century, and the form of a Faberge Egg, the pinnacle of ornamental expression. The masterpiece resulting from this distinguished collaboration reflects the extraordinary attention to detail and the consummate craftsmanship for which both brands are renowned to this day.

The 'Spirit of Ecstasy' Faberge Egg will be premiered at the House of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, West Sussex, England, to a host of distinguished guests and venerable patrons of the marque on 23 October 2018. The Egg will then be on public display in Faberge's London window this Christmas.