Vintage Jewellery

This is a new book. Condition: Brand New.

Foreword by Gerda Flockinger

Vintage Jewellery recounts 120 years of history, including Lalique's Art Nouveau enamelling at the turn of the twentieth century, Cartier's gemstones, Christian Dior's mid-century costume pieces and Harry Winston's diamonds.

Accompanied by archive images, fashion photography and specially commissioned photographs of period pieces, the most collectible and beautiful bracelets, necklaces, rings and brooches are showcased, including Elizabeth Taylor's peregrina pearl and Wallis Simpson's Cartier panther bracelet. The book explores the key designers and jewellery houses, technical developments and cultural influences that shaped jewellery design and shows you how to collect and wear vintage pieces.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Hardback
ISBN13: 9781802790962
Published: May 2022

Number of pages: 224
Width: 188 mm
Height: 240 mm
Depth: 22 mm

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group