A History of Jewellery 1100-1870 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781447401810)

This volume contains a history of jewellery during the period 1100-1870, with a special focus on European jewellery. With detailed descriptions, interesting historical information, and authentic pictures of notable examples, this illustrated guide will appeal to all with an interest in the history and development of jewellery. Contents include: "The Early Middle Ages", "The Gothic Period", "The Later Middle Ages", "The Early Renaissance", "The Later Renaissance", "The Seventeenth Century", "The Eighteenth Century", "1789-1870", "Envoi", "Bibliography", and "Index". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of jewellery and jewellery making.

Author: Joan Evans
ISBN-10: 1447401816
ISBN-13: 9781447401810
Publisher: Qureshi Press
Language: English
Published: 04/15/2011
Pages: 436
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.21lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.97d