Vivienne Becker Ordre des livres (chronologique)

The book is presented in an oversized format of 27.5 x 34 cm, making it visually striking and ideal for showcasing detailed illustrations or photographs. It is written in English, catering to a wide audience. The unique dimensions enhance the reading experience, allowing for an immersive exploration of the content. This format is particularly suited for art, photography, or educational materials, providing ample space for engaging visuals and informative text.

Spectacular colored gems and expressive forms redefine high jewelry in an inspiring blend of East and West. Jeweler Michelle Ong’s multi-hued creations crystallize natural forms with invisible mastery. The hovering translucency of dragonfly wings, the succulence of ripe fruits, and the whisper-light touch of each jewel is a miniature sculptural work of art. Michelle Ong established Carnet, her Hong Kong-based boutique jewelry house, over 25 years ago, and her unique one-off creations draw on Chinese motifs and her love of European culture and craftsmanship. She transforms jade, China’s imperial gemstone, into an Art Deco-style cocktail ring and her Chinese dragon, a fierce, yet benign creature, writhes in blackened gold and pave´-set emeralds, breathing a stream of fiery rubies. Michelle Ong’s work is acknowledged to be among the greatest in high jewelry, renowned for its sublime designs, idiosyncratic color combinations and deft craftsmanship. This volume will be required reading for serious collectors and aficionados, and a source of deep delight for all those seeking inspiration from the finest of contemporary jewelry creators. 300 illustrations in color.

The first comprehensive monograph on the firm Henkel & Grosse with numerous illustrations of the jewelry and its exciting history, against the backdrop of the then current fashion created by the great couture designers of the twentieth century.

Swarovski is a family-owned company that produces crystal stones for use in fashion, jewelry, lighting, textiles and interior design. This book outlines the history of the company from its founding in 1845, through its entry into Paris couture in the 1920s and 1930s, to the present.

A survey of the finest costume jewelry created by American and European designers and manufacturers in this century. Includes photographs of over 600 pieces--earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and more--designed by Coco Chanel, Christian Dior, Napier, Trefari, Monet, and others. With technical guide. 643 illustrations, including 500 in full color.