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Jewels By Jar (Metropolitan Museum Of Art Series)
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Called The Faberg Of Our Time By Diane Von Furstenberg, Joel A. Rosenthal, Who Works In Paris Under The Name Jar, Is One Of The Most Acclaimed Jewelry Designers Of The Past Thirty Years. Jar Is Known For His Use Of Precious And Semiprecious Stones Resplendent With Myriad Shades Of Vibrant Color And Set In Organic Shapes: One Brooch, For Instance, Features Lifelike Petals In Subtly Differentiated Hues, Made From A Thousand Pav Sapphires And Amethysts. The New York Times Has Described His Jewelry As Belligerent, Stubborn, Audacious, Funny, Contradictory, While Jar Himself Has Characterized His Work As Somewhere Between Geometry And A Bouquet Of Flowers. This Book, Featuring Nearly 40 Pieces From Throughout Jars Career, Provides A Concise, Accessible, Elegantly Designed Retrospective Of The Best Of His Jewelry Creations, And Is The Only Book Of Its Kind On His Work Available In English.Published By The Metropolitan Museum Of Art/Distributed By Yale University Pressexhibition Schedule:The Metropolitan Museum Of Art(11/19/1303/09/14)
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Jewels by JAR'? A: 'Jewels by JAR' focuses on the exquisite jewelry designs of Joel A. Rosenthal, known as JAR, showcasing nearly 40 pieces that highlight his innovative use of color and organic shapes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Jewels by JAR' is Adrian Sassoon, who provides insights into JAR's unique artistry and design philosophy.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Jewels by JAR'? A: 'Jewels by JAR' was published on December 10, 2013.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Jewels by JAR' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Jewels by JAR'? A: The book contains 144 pages, providing a concise overview of JAR's jewelry creations.
- Q: Is the book illustrated? A: 'Jewels by JAR' is an illustrated edition, featuring vibrant images of the jewelry pieces discussed.
- Q: What type of audience would enjoy this book? A: 'Jewels by JAR' is ideal for art and jewelry enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone interested in the history of contemporary jewelry design.
- Q: Where was the exhibition related to this book held? A: The exhibition related to 'Jewels by JAR' was held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art from November 19, 2013, to March 9, 2014.
- Q: What makes JAR's jewelry distinctive? A: JAR's jewelry is known for its use of precious and semi-precious stones in vibrant colors and organic shapes, often described as audacious and innovative.
- Q: Can I find this book in other languages? A: 'Jewels by JAR' is currently only available in English, making it the sole English-language book on JAR's work.