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Masterpieces of Twentieth Century French Jewelry from American Collections
Masterpieces of Twentieth Century French Jewelry from American Collections Author:Judith Price Masterpieces of French Jewelry is a delightful testament to the power of jewelrylike all true artto mirror changes in America's evolving social milieu. It offers an enchanting lens through which to view America's rise from frontier nation to an industrial superpower, with a new moneyed class hungry for recognition and status. ... more »French jewelry provided that and more. This sumptuously-designed full color bookthe first and only one on this subjectfeatures over 80 photographs of the most remarkable pieces that found their way into prominent American collections. It also showcases a brilliant array of styles. There are chapters devoted to jewelry characteristic of the Art Nouveau period, along with Art Deco, the Victorian Era, 1940s retro, and the 1960s through more contemporary styles. An added bonus: one-of-a-kind jewelry creations from notable artists such as Man Ray, Pablo Picasso, Matta, and Arman. The publication of Masterpieces of French Jewelry coincides with the National Jewelry Institute's exhibition, "Masterpieces of French Jewelry from Twentieth-Century American Collections," which will begin at The Forbes Galleries in New York in September 2006.« less