This is the first book completely devoted to the story of Miriam Haskell, one of America's most distinguished fashion jewellers. Over 200 examples (bracelets, necklaces ,brooches, earrings and parures) from the most significant European and American collections illustrate the styles of the small number of designers who were associated with the House. Creativity, technical skill and the varied sources of inspiration have made this jewellery the undisputed stars of period jewelry collections. This will be a work of ...
Read More
This is the first book completely devoted to the story of Miriam Haskell, one of America's most distinguished fashion jewellers. Over 200 examples (bracelets, necklaces ,brooches, earrings and parures) from the most significant European and American collections illustrate the styles of the small number of designers who were associated with the House. Creativity, technical skill and the varied sources of inspiration have made this jewellery the undisputed stars of period jewelry collections. This will be a work of reference for collectors of period jewellery, for fashion designers and for everyone who is interested in the decorative arts. The author, Deanna Farnetti Cera, now lives in Milan and has written extensively on modern jewellery as well as organizing several major exhibitions.
Read Less
Add this copy of The Jewels of Miriam Haskell to cart. $236.23, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Antique Collectors Club Ltd.