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Nineteenth Century Cameos by Michele Rowan
Until now, there has been no book available which explains the characters and scenes depicted on nineteenth century cameos, inspired by Greek and Roman mythology. Michele Rowan, a long-established cameo dealer and collector, has produced a fascinating guide to help the reader identify these mythological subjects, and to explain their significance in Victorian times. The text is directly linked to the colour illustrations to aid recognition.
Straightforward information is also provided on the materials and tools used by cameo-carvers, many of whom were Italians producing souvenirs for the tourist trade. Some of the most eminent gem-engravers signed their work and examples of their superb craftsmanship are illustrated and discussed.
The detailed captions to most of the cameos shown include current values, and the author has also produced a useful guide for the collector on purchasing and caring for cameos and what to look for when starting a collection.
Nineteenth Century Cameos is an invaluable reference book for collectors, dealers and anyone interested in the cameo as a beautiful piece of jewellery which has a story to tell.
Practical and comprehensive guide to the mythological subjects of nineteenth century cameos.
Well-illustrated with specific examples to facilitate recognition.
Comprehensive price guide.
A cameo dealer’s tips on which cameos to buy and which to avoid.
Uncomplicated guide to recognising various cameo materials.
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Famous Diamonds by Ian Balfour
The history of great diamonds is intimately interwoven with the lives of emperors and conquerors, great kings and queens, with statesmen and soldiers, the rich and worldy - but also, inevitably, with those who lead more shadowy lives. They have been objects of passion, As well as being objects of exceptional beauty and rarity, they were once thought to posses magical properties which protected their owners from enemies. Initially a male prerogative, reflecting status and authority, they later adorned the wives of powerful men, and at times were offered as influential gifts. Few are immune to the temptation od diamonds; many sacrificed their lives and souls to them. In the past decade some historical diamonds have resurfaced, whilst the market has also seen an unprecedented arrival of 'fancy-colour' and modern gemstones, amonst them some of the biggest and finest ever seen. In this updated fourth edition of 'Famous Diamonds', Ian Balfour tells the fascinating stories of almost eighty of these remarkable gems. Some have detailed histories that can be traced from the present day back to the moment thay were mined, while others have a more mysterious past or have disappeared from view. Also included are shorter entries on a further selection of some forty notable diamonds
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Understanding Jewellery by David Bennett & Daniela Mascetti
Understanding Jewellery
David Bennett & Daniela Mascetti
The Book
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This essentially practical book, Understanding Jewellery, now available in a revised and fully updated third edition, is unique in explaining why jewellery values vary and the individual points important for each category. A major section is devoted to the identification of the principal gem-stones and the testing methods to assess quality and detect fakes.
Explanations are given in a straightforward, uncomplicated manner with a text largely linked directly to specific illustrations. This makes the assimilation of the information much easier than in traditional text dominated books. The authors, both Sotheby’s jewellery experts, evaluate many millions of pounds’ worth annually and thus handle a complete cross-section of what is available on the market. They have specially selected the hundreds of superb colour illustrations to show what to look for and, equally important, what to avoid.
Whether interested in the history of fashion, deciding what to buy or simply to enjoy a visual feast of beautiful objects, this book will serve as an invaluable reference and represents outstanding value.
New revised and updated edition of a classic ACC book
Over 100 new colour illustrations
Brings together in one volume identification, dating and valuation of jewellery made in the last 200 years
Almost 1,000 superb colour illustrations to help facilitate identification and understanding
Written in straightforward, non-technical English, with a new chapter to bring the book into the twenty-first century
The section on gemstones includes imitations and pastes.
The Authors
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David Bennett is a former Director of Sotheby’s European Jewellery Sales in Switzerland.
Daniela Mascetti has been with Sotheby’s since 1980, started the jewellery department in Milan and is now a senior expert and director, based in London. Both authors are Fellows of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.
Size: 279 x 216 mm
Pages: 426
Illustrations: 960 col. & 30 b/w illustrations
Imprint: Antique Collectors' Club Territory:
Publication Date: December 2003
ISBN: 1 85149 430 8
Price: $89.50
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Jewelry & Metalwork in the Arts & Crafts Tradition - Revised
Written by Elyse Carlin - Revised 2004 edition.
This book provides the best study of Art and Crafts style jewelry and metalwork to date. Devised late in the 19th century as a reaction to industrialized manufacturing, the Arts and Crafts movement stressed naturalistic materials, designs and techniques.
The book begins with the British movement and traces the roots of this "new art" including its characteristics, materials, motifs, influences and makers' marks. Biographical sketches are provided for over 240 of the most influential British designers/jewelers/metalworkers, with discussions of the guilds, schools and commercial firms.
In over 700 photographs, nearly 400 in glorious color, the success of these designs to provide fascinating and beautiful objects is demonstrated.
ISBN: 0764318985
Size: 8 1/2" x 11"
Illustrations: 713 color photos
Pages: 288
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Costume Jewelry: The Fun of Collecting by Nancy Schiffer - 3rd Edition
The delight in owning colored and large-stone costume jewelry has grown over the last ten years among an international group of enthusiasts. This popular field of collecting is imaginatively conveyed through appealing photographs and thoroughly researched text in this expanded new edition. Both the famous and the little-known designers of costume jewelry are represented by carefully chosen examples, as well as the majority of pieces which bear no signature at all. Here one can see hundreds of necklaces, complete and partial sets, bracelets, rings, earrings and hair ornaments made with a wide variety of colored and opaque glass stones, metals, and plastics. The price guide relects the current market. Collectors, dealers, and fashion historians will enjoy the many beautiful examples shown here. ISBN: 0764312162 - Size: 8 1/2'' x 11'' - Illustrations: 335 photos - Pages: 176 - soft cover
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Cartier 1900-1939 by Judy Rudoe
This sumptuous volume surveys spectacular creations from the first four decades of the 20th century, when the renowned Paris-based firm known as Cartier expanded to London and New York. Specially taken photographs present a breathtaking array of necklaces, bracelets, brooches, and rings, as well as cigarette cases, clocks, and objets d'art. 450+ illustrations, 350 in color. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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