The dramatic evolution of 20th century European jewelry design, documenting the innovative trends, sources and makers. Artists’ limited-edition creations, as well as fashion and costume jewelry are explored through the well-researched text. Biographical sketches are provided for the artists and couturiers who worked closely with the designers. Includes Georg Jensen, Tone Vigeland, Grete Prytz Kittelsen, Sigurd Alf Eriksen, Regine Juhl, Karl Gustav Hansen, Bent Gabrielsen, Hans Hansen, Karn Strand for A. Michelsen, Bent Knudsen, Gertrud Engel, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, David-Andersen, Wiwen Nilsson, Sigurd Persson, Torun Bülow-Hübe, Kaunis Koru, Elis Kaupi, Saara Hopea-Untracht, Pentti Sarpaneva, Björn Wekström and many more.

Language: English
Pages: 302
Illustrations: 259 Color Illustrations. 21 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 11 1/2”x 9”
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Wrought Iron/Enamel Survey
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Weight: 4
ISBN: 887408230
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Miscellaneous: Bibl. Index.


Code: 4031
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $79.95

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The well-known jeweler, Helga Exner works with enamel, silver, mother of pearl, lapis lazuli to create extraordinary pendants in brilliant hues of purples, yellows and blues. She displays them against backgrounds of tapestry, plaster, or leather, producing works of art that combine contrasting media to form a unique whole. This is a book for all interested in contemporary jewelry.

Language: Danish
Pages: 79
Illustrations: 52 Color Illustrations. 18 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8 1/2”sq
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
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Weight: 1
ISBN: 8759220821
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bio. Bibl. Cat. of exh.


Code: 1844
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Web Site Only

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In the last twenty years the Woolf family has been most generous in lending to the many Fabergé exhibitions organized around the world. The Lahti loan differs in both the quantity and that the pieces inculded have not been widely viewed by the public. Thirty-five items were chosen for the Lahti Art Museum show and are representative of the true “Woolf taste”, which is a fine blend of simplicity, quality, artistry and humor. They indicate a preference for the Russian Modern Style, Art Nouveau and Orientalism.

Language: English/ Finnish/ Swedish
Pages: 28
Illustrations: 34 Color Illustrations. 11 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10”x 8 1/2”
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition: Exh. Cat.: Lahti Art Museum, 1997
Weight: 1
ISBN: 9525125084
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Location of Exhibition: Cat. of exh.
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Code: 3398
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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This exhibition displays the exquisite works from the Fabergé jewelry house in St. Petersburg and Moscow. This exhibition serves as a reminder both of Sweden’s past ties to its neighbor in the east and Sweden’s fascination with what they considered the exotic Russian Empire. In fact, many of the master jewelers have Swedish names, yet another reminder that Russia once belonged to Sweden. Swedes regard Russian crafts very highly, as the elegance and inherent value of these objects mirror the excess characteristic of the time of the Empire. Though this excess eventually led to the fall of the Empire, it was also responsible for the wondrously imaginative and dazzling handicrafts that emerged from its most renowned jewelry house. This book presents a complete catalog of over 300 works, as well as a detailed chronology and essays elaborating on topics such as the Fabergé house’s historical background, artwork, and its relationship with Sweden.

Language: Swedish
Pages: 239
Illustrations: 143 Color Illustrations. 25 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 11”x 8 1/2”
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition: Exh. Cat.: Nationalmuseum, Stockholm, Sweden, 1997
Weight: 3
ISBN: 9171005390
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Location of Exhibition: Cat. of exh. Bibl. Index.
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Code: 3782
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

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Falkenstein (1908-1997) is internationally recognized for her large-scale, forged metal sculpture, as well as her vast body of work comprised of paintings, ceramics, prints, stained glass windows, and jewelry between 1930 and her death 1997. Her stunning forged and cast metal jewelry, the subject of this exhibition, was among the finest work produced throughout a life dedicated to exploration and experimentation.This jewelry is not costuming or fashion so much as formal ideas involving line, space, surfaces, materials, and color. Her oevuvre proves to be a unique and a truly significant contribution to the world of jewelry.

Language: English
Pages: 72
Illustrations: 45 Color Illustrations. 13 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 10”x 7 1/2”
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight: 1
ISBN: 971277206
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Cat. of exh. Index. Bio.


Code: 5354
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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An extensive work exploring the life and work of Danish silversmith Christian Fjerdingstad (1891-1968). 12 essays delve into his life by covering topics such as: “My Friend C.F.,” “C.F. and French Art-Deco silverwork,” “CF-member of the Association of Scandinavian Artists in Paris,” and “C.F.- Silversmith or Poet?” This book also addresses his intriguing life as a self-created silversmith, his work with Christofle from 1924-41, and the impressive originality of his work with natural materials and precious metals. Stunning photographs of holloware as well as jewelry.

Language: Danish/ French
Pages: 167
Illustrations: 142 Color Illustrations. 22 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 11”x 10”
Binding: Hardbound w/ jacket
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition: Exh. Cat.: Koldinghus, Denmark, 2000
Weight: 3
ISBN: 2850563552
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Location of Exhibition: Cat. of exh. Bibl. Bio.
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Code: 4127
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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Erik Fleming (1894-1954), who studied engineering and architecture, became a silversmith by chance. He became one of Sweden’s most significant 20th-century silversmiths making exquisite holloware and flatware.

Language: Swedish/ English summary
Pages: 78
Illustrations: 57 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 9 1/2”x 6”
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight: 1
ISBN: 9171005048
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Bio.


Code: 0763
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $42.50

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This quite interesting book features fine old (and incidentally highly efficient) metal stoves from Norway, from 1620 to 1920. Many display ornate designs, with reliefs of figures and floral designs. Because these stoves function so well as heaters, they are making a comeback in the contemporary household.

Language: Norwegian
Pages: 88
Illustrations: 1 Color Illustrations. 93 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8”x 5”
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Wrought Iron/Enamel Survey
Edition:
Weight: 1
ISBN:
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl.


Code: 2646
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $39.50

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Old copper objects have been extremely popular collector’s objects in Norway. This book shares the story of various copper items found in Norway, with details on their production, function and their use over time. A general index of coppermaker stamps serves as a great tool for identification, aimed at collectors of copper.

Language: Norwegian
Pages: 86
Illustrations: 4 Color Illustrations. 98 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8”x 5 1/2”
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Wrought Iron/Enamel Survey
Edition:
Weight: 1
ISBN: 8270031860
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl.


Code: 4784
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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One of the foremost silversmiths of his time, Gardberg’s oeuvre extends to jewelry, flatware, holloware, light fixtures, decorative objects, and even sculptures and other articles fashioned from soapstone and obsidian. Examples of all these categories are presented here, with an emphasis on his lovely jewelry.

Language: Finnish/ Swedish
Pages: 72
Illustrations: 39 Color Illustrations. 33 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8”sq
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Metal - Silver/Gold/Precious Stones/Enamel Monographs
Edition:
Weight: 1
ISBN: 9519595007
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
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Code: 2268
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

Price: $29.50

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