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Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Twentieth-Century Jewellery: From Art Nouveau to Comtemporary Design in Europe and the United States

Set against the background of global events and conflicts, this book wows the reader with a succinct and masterful text as well as a cavalcade of flawless photographs of dazzling jewels and inspired creations by renowned individual artists and international designers. Design critic Cappellieri (jewelry design, Milan Polytechnic, Italy) takes readers on a fascinating journey through six broad periods. This volume epitomizes the diversity of design and portrays the changing styles from the traditional to the futuristic, from the organic and geometric to the experimental, from couture to costume jewelry. Readers are treated to the sumptuous and iconic works of Lalique, Vever and Fouquet, Liberty & Co., Boucheron, Cartier, Fabergé, Tiffany, and Van Cleef & Arpels, as well as newer creations by Wolfers, Pomodoro, Grima, and others. Items are arranged chronologically and accompanied by a brief description including the artist's/designer's name, type of jewelry, materials used, and location, either in private or public collections. (Library Journal)
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