About the Museum

Andrey Ananov opened his jewelry workshop in 1989. It became the first private workshop in Russia authorized to work with precious metals and stones.

The main goal of creating the workshop was described as "reviving the craftsmanship, techniques, and artistic excellence of the Russian jewelry school."

In the 1990s, the Ananov company flourished. Young, talented enthusiasts came to learn the jeweler's craft, and within a short period, they managed to revive and sometimes reinvent the technical secrets that distinguished Russian masters of the 18th-19th centuries and early 20th century.

The company showcased its exhibitions in many capitals of Europe, the UK, the USA, and Brazil.

The company's works were repeatedly exhibited in Monaco, Paris, and Moscow.

Her Majesty Elizabeth II at the Mariinsky Palace.
A. Ananov presenting the Queen of England with a “brambleberry branch.”
St. Petersburg. 1994

Among the distinguished visitors to the exhibitions were Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the UK, Queen Sofia of Spain, the Queen of Thailand, Prince Rainier III of Monaco, Prince Albert of Monaco, and the Presidents of Russia Boris Yeltsin and Vladimir Putin.

Her Majesty Queen Sophia of Spain at an exhibition of works by A. Ananov Madrid. 1993

For his creative activity, A.G. Ananov was awarded the honorary title "Honored Artist of Russia," the Order of Honor, and the "300 Years of St. Petersburg" medal.

At the Grimaldi Palace: Prince Albert carefully inspects a work created by A. Ananov. In the morning, Monte Carol awakes to a sensation - an Easter egg from Russia has just taken the Grand Prix at the Red Cross Ball, beating out the runner-up diamond choker by Cartier. 1994

For his achievements in jewelry art, Ananov received the French Academy Prize "Silver Lion" and a Grand Gold Medal in Italy.

Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand at the A. Ananov studio during an official visit to Russia in August 2007

The company's small museum showcases only works created in the workshop over the years by various jewelers, but always based on sketches and under the technical guidance of the founder and owner of the company, A.G. Ananov.