The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian and Sons
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Caroline Childers (Author)
Hardback
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This book offers a unique way of exploring the world of vintage jewelry for experts, newcomers, and anyone with an interest in the topic.
Every piece of jewelry tells a story, and none more so than the exquisite pieces in this book, which have passed through several notable owners before arriving at Joseph Saidian & Sons, an antique jeweler's shop nestled in the Manhattan Art and Antiques Center. Each chapter is centered around a particular piece of jewelry and the way in which it is emblematic: a previous owner, an exemplary design or dominant material. From an array of historic pieces from Van Cleef & Arpels to a discussion of Indian royalty and its relationship with jewelry to pages filled with exquisite pearl jewelry, this book satisfies both the casual fan and the devotee with full-color photographs and informative themed chapters.
The eclectic choice of jewels and objets makes this a book unlike any other, with myriad entry points to larger discussions on broader themes and trends that the pieces figure into. This publication features beautiful full-color photographs of jewelry from various historical eras up to the present day, with a wide range of materials and styles. Each piece offers a different entry point for discussing the history of jewelry and various design elements, techniques, materials, and societal implications.
About the Author
Caroline Childers has been publishing well-regarded books about jewelry for nearly 40 years, including six volumes of the comprehensive Jewelry International.
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- Contributor: Caroline Childers
- Imprint: Rizzoli International Publications
- ISBN13: 9780847865383
- Number of Pages: 176
- Packaged Dimensions: 229x286mm
- Format: Hardback
- Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
- Release Date: 2019-01-31
- Binding: Hardback
- Biography: Caroline Childers has been publishing well-regarded books about jewelry for nearly 40 years, including six volumes of the comprehensive Jewelry International.
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