From the Belle Epoque to the 1960s, jewellery from the Parisian firm Lacloche Freres adorned over four generations of crowned heads, including Queen Victoria of Spain, the Duchess of Westminster, the
Costume jewellery is commonly understood to mean fashionable yet affordable adornments made from non-precious material. Originating in in mid-1700s France with the rise of the bourgeoise, the earliest
Forty years of the legendary artist and sculptor Daniel Brush's sublime work with jewels.A unique figure in the world of contemporary art, Daniel Brush is in equal measure artist and craftsman. Over t
Diamond jewelry has long been symbolic of political power and authority in Europe. This book focuses on the individuals who commissioned and wore extraordinarily precious diamond ornaments from the mi
New Necklaces is the third book curated by jeweler and author Nicolas Estrada. A very special selection of impressive pieces by more than 180 artists from all over the world, this book showcases the c
An homage to the royal tiara, the crowning diadem of beauty and power. Chaumet has been crafting exceptional royal jewelry for more than two hundred years. The tiara―a symbol of power and sovereignty
Discover Beadwork magazine's most popular designs! Dreaming of creating your own wearable art? This gorgeous guide is a must-have for aspiring and experienced jewelry artists alike. Featuring projects
The gold jewellery from the late 7th to the early 16th century features an endless number of shapes, styles and motifs that mirror the brilliantcreativity of Java’s culture and its talented goldsmiths
It is so easy to make elegant, boutique-style jewelry with artistic wire. All you need is the wire and a few basic tools. Step-by-step instructions teach you ten different wire techniques, and project
What is a cabochon? What are the various types of gilding? What is vermeil? This accessible book—the first of its kind—offers concise explanations of key jewelry terms. The fascination with personal a
