| Cameos: Classical to Costume Revised, Expand Edition Contributor(s): Clements, Monica Lynn (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764329944 ISBN-13: 9780764329944 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $53.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 2008 Annotation: This book is the first of its kind and the result of a labor of love by the authors, who researched the history of cameos and took over 500 color photographs of cameo jewelry. Over 1400 examples of cameo jewelry are depicted, representing a time span from |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Jewelry |
| Dewey: 736.222 |
| LCCN: 2008921697 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 8.6" W x 11" (3.15 lbs) 224 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From the formal carvings of the nineteenth century to the colorful and informal plastic and glass examples of molded relief jewelry, this revised and expanded guide is the perfect reference for those on a search for cameos. Fourteen new designs are included in vibrant detail, along with values and tips that will assist today's shopper with appropriate cameo choice befitting their tastes and styles. See shell, stone, plastic, ivory, lava, glass, plastics, and metal cameos used in jewelry and ornamental objects. They were produced by inspired artists in fine detail using old-world crafting and are displayed here in full color. An excellent pocket guide reference for collectors or anyone who appreciates the simplicity and beauty of cameo designs. |