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Well written narrative. remarkably fresh This admirable volume is excellent value with its impeccable text and numerous illustrations.'Journal of the Royal Society of Arts From the simple shell beads worn by Palaeolithic hunters to the splendor of Renaissance gold work and the sumptuousness of Art Nouveau enamels, here is a fascinating and informative guide to the development of Western jewelryconcluding with the radical and experimental developments in the last three decades. Offering a concise survey of the entire field, this book analyzes jewelry's changing fashions, explores its social context, and examines how it has been worn by both men and women. It shows how jewellers have responded to new sources of gems, whether emeralds from the New World or diamonds from South Africa, and to the discovery of metals such as platinum and aluminum. Masterworks by unknown craftsmen and pieces designed by individual artists as diverse as Holbein, Pugin and Calder are illustrated alongside the glittering products of the major jewelry houses. 174 illustrations, 54 in color
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Jewelry: From Antiquity to the Present'? A: The book explores the history and evolution of Western jewelry, detailing its development from ancient times to modern experimental designs.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Jewelry: From Antiquity to the Present' is Clare Phillips.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 226 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in paperback.
- Q: When was 'Jewelry: From Antiquity to the Present' published? A: The book was published on May 17, 1996.
- Q: Does this book contain illustrations? A: Yes, the book includes 174 illustrations, with 54 of them in color.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both men and women? A: Yes, the book discusses how jewelry has been worn by both men and women throughout history.
- Q: What are some historical aspects covered in the book? A: The book analyzes changing fashions in jewelry, its social context, and responses to new sources of gems and metals.
- Q: Is there any specific edition of this book? A: Yes, this is an illustrated edition of the book.