25,000 Years of Jewelry

Description

Now available in a new edition, this opulent book reaches back 25,000 years to trace the history of jewelry from the Paleolithic Era to the present day. Drawn from the extensive holdings of the Staatliche Museen in Berlin, this collection of jewelry through the ages links cultures and eras to show how the design, wearing, and collecting of personal adornment has evolved over the ages. They range from classic items such as necklaces, rings and earrings to less common items with origins in non-European cultures. The book features jewelry ranging from the splendid crowns of ancient Greece, gold earrings from Babylon and jewelled collars worn by 13th-century Islamic royalty to more modern pieces such as those contained in the imperial collection of Queen Louise of Prussia, Art Nouveau jewelry designed by Rene Lalique, and work by contemporary designers. This chronologically arranged survey includes numerous brief essays and 400 illustrations with detailed captions, making it an ideal reference for anyone interested in cultural history, the history of jewelry, or the art and craft of jewelry making. Review: This is a huge book - A very good read. Loaded with ample pictures. The text and photos are all high quality. The book was new and well packed. A collectors ‘s delight. Review: Recommended for All Jewelry Artists, Especially Those That Have Never Toured EU or German Museums - Absolutely Awesome Book! I own “7000 Years of Jewelry” and love it, but this book presents hundreds of pieces I have never seen in any of the other art and jewelry books I own, or the museums of New York City (and maybe DC). My only negative comments are that the paper and binding are a bit lower grade and some photos are not super-high quality. Buy this book!!