The Jeweled Menagerie: The World of Animals in Gems
New York: Thames & Hudson, 2001. Hardbound. Black cloth with dj. 216 pp. over 300 color plates. VG+/VG+, inscription on ffep else like new. Item #24634
ISBN: 9780500510490
Early history of jewels from ancient Egyptian scarabs to Renaissance pendants serves as introduction to 19th and 20th century development of animals in gems. Creativity, new forms and materials, geometric designs, foreign influences, use of shapes and gems, daring designs and new materials are covered in the chapters from the 19th century to the present time. Terrific illustrations, a wonderful reference.
OCLC: 907136607
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