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The Genius of Carl Faberge

Season 1
They were the world’s first Easter eggs - made for the Russian Tsars as Easter gifts. But they’re more expensive than any you’re received. Cultural commentator Stephen Smith goes on a hunt - from the British Royal family’s exquisite collection to the Russian billionaire who has spent $100 million on them - and uncovers the extraordinary life of the virtuoso jeweller who designed them.
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  1. S1 E1 - The Genius of Carl Faberge

    June 24, 2013
    50min
    TV-G
    They were the world’s first Easter eggs - made for the Russian Tsars as Easter gifts. But they’re more expensive than any you’re received. Cultural commentator Stephen Smith goes on a hunt - from the British Royal family’s exquisite collection to the Russian billionaire who has spent $100 million on them - and uncovers the extraordinary life of the virtuoso jeweller who designed them.
    Free trial of BBC Select

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Directors

Spike Geilinger

Producers

Franny Moyle

Cast

Stephen Smith

Studio

BBC
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