On 21/03/2021 09:59, Paul wrote:

It would be easier, to just print an egg-shaped item on
a 3D printer, use a filament which is paint-able with
acrylic paint, and make the Faberge egg that way.

https://all3dp.com/2/beginner-s-guid...rints-pla-abs/

Were 3D printers commonly available 15 years ago when the question was
asked?

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Cheers,

John.

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