Free Downloads 25,000 Years Of Jewelry
Now available in a new edition, this opulent book reaches back 25,000 years to trace the history of jewelry from the Paleolithic era to the present day. Drawn from the extensive holdings of the Staatliche Museen in Berlin, this collection of jewelry through the ages links cultures and eras to show how the design, wearing, and collecting of personal adornment has evolved over the ages. They range from classic items such as necklaces, rings, and earrings to less common items with origins in non-European cultures. The book features jewelry ranging from the splendid crowns of ancient Greece, gold earrings from Babylon, and jeweled collars worn by 13th century Islamic royalty to more modern pieces such as those contained in the imperial collection of Queen Louise of Prussia, Art Nouveau jewelry designed by René Lalique, and work by contemporary designers. This chronologically arranged survey includes numerous brief essays and nearly 400 illustrations with detailed captions, making it an ideal reference for anyone interested in cultural history, the history of jewelry, or the art and craft of jewelry making.
Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: Prestel; Revised ed. edition (March 5, 2015)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 3791354434
ISBN-13: 978-3791354439
Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 1.3 x 12.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,148,511 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #382 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Jewelry #1287 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Crafts & Hobbies > Jewelry & Beadwork > Jewelry
Great visual reference for an aspiring jewelry maker, collector or historian. I wish the book had been physically packed and shipped better. It was dinged and slightly ripped and dog eared upon receipt.
A very big but really nice coffee table book - especially if you like history and jewelry!
too broad for a jewelry library, okay for someone wanting an overview,
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