Celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of a renowned Spanish jewelry designer, this lavish monograph explores her artistic vision that intertwines elements of nature, geometry, and the cosmos. The book showcases her unique designs and the inspiration behind them, highlighting her contributions to the world of jewelry and her distinctive style that reflects a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world and the universe.
Embarking on an extraordinary journey, a penny travels through various hands and experiences, showcasing the adventures and challenges it faces along the way. Each encounter reveals the unique stories of the people it meets, highlighting themes of value, connection, and the impact of seemingly small things in life. This whimsical tale captures the imagination and illustrates the significance of everyday objects in shaping our experiences.
From the simple shell beads worn by Palaeolithic hunters to the splendor of Renaissance gold work and the sumptuousness of Art Nouveau enamels, here is a fascinating and informative guide to the development of Western jewelry concluding with the radical and experimental developments in the last three decades.Offering a concise survey of the entire field, this book analyzes jewelry's changing fashions, explores its social context, and examines how it has been worn by both men and women. It shows how jewellers have responded to new sources of gems, whether emeralds from the New World or diamonds from South Africa, and to the discovery of metals such as platinum and aluminum.Masterworks by unknown craftsmen and pieces designed by individual artists as diverse as Holbein, Pugin and Calder are illustrated alongside the glittering products of the major jewelry houses.