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The Story of Jewelry 1st ED. 1973 by J. Anderson Hardcover Book
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The Story of Jewelry 1973 by J. Anderson. Introduction by Edward Lucie-Smith Black Hardcover Book.
Translate from Italian. J. Anderson Black - Storia dei gioielli
English text.
Documents jewelry's history from the primitive ornaments of prehistoric times to the abstract simplicity of modern design.
This book offers a unique way of exploring the world of vintage jewelry for experts, newcomers, and anyone with an interest in the topic. Every piece of jewelry tells a story. Each chapter is centered around a particular piece of jewelry and the way in which it is emblematic: a previous owner, an exemplary design or dominant material. From an array of historic pieces from Van Cleef & Arpels to a discussion of Indian royalty and its relationship with jewelry to pages filled with exquisite pearl jewelry, this book satisfies both the casual fan and the devotee with full-color photographs and informative themed chapters. This publication features beautiful full-color photographs of jewelry from various historical eras up to the present day, with a wide range of materials and styles. Each piece offers a different entry point for discussing the history of jewelry and various design elements, techniques, materials.Great hardcover table book, great pictures and well documented and written.
Dimensions
Height: 12 in. (30.48 cm)
Width: 9.5 in. (24.13 cm)
Depth: 1.25 in. (3.18 cm)
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:art deco (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:Italy
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- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. dust cover shows a lot of wear see pictures.
- Seller Location:North Hollywood, CA
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