Masters: Gold: Major Works by Leading Artists
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All that glitters here IS gold--and it's gorgeous! This?addition to?the popular Masters series?focuses on a topic--gold jewelry--with mass appeal to a wide audience: jewelers, metalsmiths, collectors, museums, and just about anyone who loves beautiful workmanship. Leading jewelry expert Marthe Le Van?has chosen 40 of the world's best goldsmiths and presents their finest pieces. A short essay accompanies each eight-page section, along with choice quotes from the featured artists. The talented creators showcased here include: Eva Steinberg (Germany): Art Nouveau influences abound in her colorful earrings and pendants ? Namu Cho (Korea/United States): Cho employs the ancient technique of Korean damascene known as poe mok saang gum. ? Claude Chavent (France): He plays with the optical illusions of trompe l'oeil, bringing volume and movement to his dazzling flat pieces. ? Stuart Golder (United States): Golder weaves sheets and wires of gold on a loom, designing elaborate patterns based on traditional cloth weaving. ? ? ?
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1600590403
ISBN13:9781600590405
Release Date:May 2009
Publisher:Lark Books (NC)
Length:330 Pages
Weight:2.30 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 8.9" x 7.9"
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