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Author: Cathy Gordon
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764320705
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMiriam Haskell costume jewelry is highly sought after and the prices keep spiraling up. This gives collectors key information to make intelligent buying decisions. Over 600 color photos. Essential information and breathtaking pictures.
Author: Deanna Farneti Cera
Publisher: ACC Distribution
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 216
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe first book ever devoted to the story of Miriam Haskell, one of America's most distinguished fashion jewelers, this reference features 200 jewelry pieces from collections in the U.S. and Europe, specially commissioned color photos, numerous contemporary magazine and advertisement extracts placing jewelry in the context of its era, and the history of a major costume jewelry house and its product. This is a significant reference volume for all who are interested in period jewelry. 250 photos, 200 in color.
Author: Cathy Gordon
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764333316
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMiriam Haskell began selling beautiful costume jewelry in 1926, and her company continues to the present. The jewelry that bears her name is highly sought after and the prices keep spiraling up. Claims abound that "this is a Miriam Haskell," but is it a Miriam Haskell? This important new book gives collectors the key information to make intelligent buying decisions. It provides specific details on the art, design, style, materials, construction, and signatures, all vital to the identification and dating of Haskell jewelry. It also dispels many of the myths that allow "wanna-bes" and fakes to flourish. Over 600 beautiful color photographs display the most extensive collection of Haskell jewelry ever brought together. The jewelry is categorized by designer, specifying notable eras. The text provides notations on innovations, style preferences, and in-depth descriptions pointing to key Haskell identifiers. Readers, from casual admirers to serious collectors and dealers, will find in this comprehensive book the essential information and breathtaking pictures they seek.
Author: Carole Tanenbaum
Publisher: Artisan Books
Published: 2006-01-01
Total Pages: 228
ISBN-13: 9781579652920
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA lavishly illustrated celebration of some of the finest examples of vintage costume jewelry ranges from the Victorian era, through the sophisticated designs of art deco and geometrics, to the designer and artisanal jewelry of the present, accompanied by valuable suggestions on how to distinguish a quality piece and appreciate its craftsmanship.
Author: David Airey
Publisher: Rockport Publishers
Published: 2019-01-22
Total Pages: 291
ISBN-13: 1631595946
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIdeal for students of design, independent designers, and entrepreneurs who want to expand their understanding of effective design in business, Identity Designed is the definitive guide to visual branding. Written by best-selling writer and renowned designer David Airey, Identity Designed formalizes the process and the benefits of brand identity design and includes a substantial collection of high-caliber projects from a variety of the world’s most talented design studios. You’ll see the history and importance of branding, a contemporary assessment of best practices, and how there’s always more than one way to exceed client expectations. You’ll also learn a range of methods for conducting research, defining strategy, generating ideas, developing touchpoints, implementing style guides, and futureproofing your designs. Each identity case study is followed by a recap of key points. The book includes projects by Lantern, Base, Pharus, OCD, Rice Creative, Foreign Policy, Underline Studio, Fedoriv, Freytag Anderson, Bedow, Robot Food, Together Design, Believe in, Jack Renwick Studio, ico Design, and Lundgren+Lindqvist. Identity Designed is a must-have, not only for designers, but also for entrepreneurs who want to improve their work with a greater understanding of how good design is good business.
Author: Nancy Schiffer
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2008-01-17
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764328770
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSome of the most beautiful pieces of costume jewelry made since the 1940s are presented in full color photographs. The visual creations are enriched by an introduction by Lawrence Feldman of Fior in London. A value guide is included along with an index to make this book a useful, beautiful guide for collectors.
Author: Roberto & Carla Ginelli Brunialti
Publisher:
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764329821
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis encyclopedic study is the fruit of twenty years of collecting, research, and study of the most significant American costume jewelry from 1930-1950. It offers readers a meticulous, reliable instrument to knowing these gems, which are often true and proper little works of art. In the two volumes, over 966 photographs show hundreds of jewelry items in full color, with an additional 729 illustrations of patents, advertisements, and historic photos. Thirty-seven companies are included, with addtional chapters on jelly belly jewelry and patriotic jewelry in the second volume. In-depth research of the companies makes this the best source on the American costume jewelry industry. The first volume, A-M, covers the companies from Accessocraft to Mosell, and includes Boucher, Coro, Eisenberg, Miriam Haskell, Hobe and others. The second volume N-Z, continues with Norma Jewelry Corp., through Rebajes, Réja, Trifari, to Uncas Manufacturing, with chapters on jelly belly jewelry and American patriotic jewelry.
Author: Sherri R. Duncan
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764328978
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis stunning new book showcases fantastic costume jewelry from 53 top designers of the 20th century. Examples from Christian Dior, Miriam Haskell, Kenneth Jay Lane, Elsa Schiaparelli, Stanley Hagler, Trifari, Vendome, and may others are shown in profusion. 360 luscious color photographs display exquisite examples of each designers' best work. Masterpieces abound, including many rare examples. The authors illustrate ways to enjoy these pieces today, with candid photography of friends adorned for casual occasions. Delightful stories are shared of memories associated with their passion for jewelry over the years. This remarkable exhibition displays costume jewelry as absolutely beautiful works of art. Sit back with this eye candy, relax with the fairytale spirit it projects, and enjoy the romance. Let the passion roll!
Author: Jacqueline Rehmann
Publisher:
Published: 2010-09-14
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781574326895
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPresents color photographs, descriptions, and prices for vintage costume jewelry made with wood, plastic, or rhinestones.
Author: Georgiana McCall
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764321511
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHattie Carnegie went from being a destitute Macy's messenger girl to controlling a ten-million-dollar empire that included clothing, hats, perfume, and jewelry. This groundbreaking book showcases the fabulous Carnegie jewelry -- from glamorous rhinestone bracelets to exotic Oriental pins. Showcased are earrings, necklaces, sets, pins, and bracelets produced from the 1920s to the 1970s. Historical background, jewelry marks and signatures, current values, and collector tips are all included.
