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Looking at Jewelry: A Guide to Terms, Styles, and Techniques

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What is a cabochon? What are the various types of gilding? What is vermeil? This accessible book—the first of its kind—offers concise explanations of key jewelry terms. The fascination with personal adornment is universal. It is a preoccupation that is primal, instinctive, and uniquely human. Jewelry encompasses a seemingly endless number of ornaments produced across time and in all cultures. The range of materials and techniques used in its construction is extraordinary, even revolutionary, with new substances and methods of fabrication added with every generation. In any given society, master artisans have devoted their time, energy, and talent to the fine art of jewelry making, creating some of the most spectacular objects known to humankind. This volume, geared toward jewelry makers, scholars, scientists, students, and fashionistas alike, begins with a lively introduction that offers a cultural history of jewelry and its production. The main text provides information on the most common, iconic, and culturally significant forms of jewelry and also covers materials, techniques, and manufacturing processes. Containing more than eighty color illustrations, this guide will be invaluable to all those wishing to increase their understanding and enjoyment of the art of jewelry. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ J. Paul Getty Museum


Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 25, 2019


Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 132 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1606065998


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 90


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.4 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.4 x 9.25 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #774,737 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #94 in Glass Art #195 in Antique & Collectible Jewelry (Books) #313 in Antique & Collectible Reference (Books)


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    • Excellent research. Masterly descriptions ~
Format: Paperback
I like everything about this book. The detailed writing is clear, enlightening and a pleasure to read. The images and paper quality are superior. Highly recommended for scholars as well as those of us who simply like to learn about jewelry.
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2024 by Auburn S.
    • Well-illustrated thorough reference
Format: Paperback
Good purchase! Useful compact reference book that truly is "A Guide to Terms, Styles, and Techniques". It's a good complement for collector guides. Large, clear, saturated color illustrations on high quality paper. Every term isn't illustrated but there are illustrations on almost every page. Highly recommend. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024 by Deborah
    • Easy to handle size
Format: Paperback
The book helped me identify the different enameling processes. I learned alot. Easy to read. It has brief informative paragraphs explaining nearly every type of process in making jewelry. Learning those terms will assist in properly describing a piece of jewelry. Example what is filigree work, bezel set, cannetille, casting these terms are very important for any jewelry seller. One of my best affordable investments that i consider a valuable tool ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2021 by Dmarie
    • Great book.
Format: Paperback
Great book. Arrived on time.
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2025 by Pat Stark
    • Book of Definitions
Format: Paperback
This isn't what I was expecting, but not returning it as I suppose it has its use as a hard copy. This is just a book of definitions which anyone can get offline.
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025 by Sillady
    • Great condition, speedy service!!
Format: Paperback
The product came thru even nicer than we expected! Well packaged and fast.
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2024 by yeppers
    • very informative
Format: Paperback
great book
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2022 by Cloves
    • a little basic but good
Format: Paperback
It is a bit basic and lacks visual representation, but it is a good quick guide for terms and descriptions.
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2023 by Derek Geiger

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