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Falize: A Dynasty of Jewelers (Book)

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A beautiful hardback book with dust jacket, both in very good condition. The house of Falize was open for almost 100 years from approximately 1840 to 1936, during which time it was run by three generations. For sometime their importance had been overlooked but now it is valued as one of the most meticulous and tasteful of jewelers and goldsmiths.Falize jewels often come with fascinating histories as thier clientele included people such as the Empress Eugenie, The Russian Royal Family, the Roumanian Royal family and Sarah Bernhardt. 317 pages with 414 illustrations, 157 in colour.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 7.5 in (190.5 mm)Depth: 1.25 in (31.75 mm)Length: 11 in (279.4 mm)
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1999
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Yorkshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4858370572
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