Bibliograph

Spectacular, gems and jewelry from the Merriweather Post collection, Liana Paredes

Type

Label

Spectacular, gems and jewelry from the Merriweather Post collection, Liana Paredes

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Spectacular

Nature of contents

bibliographycatalogs

Oclc number

958876545

Responsibility statement

Liana Paredes

Sub title

gems and jewelry from the Merriweather Post collection

Summary

"The Merriweather Post collection offers an enthralling glimpse into one of the most remarkable, and intact, collections of jewelry ever amassed. Spectacular immerses the reader in jewelry history and design, weaving in seminal moments in Post's life as one of the most passionate and confident collectors of jewelry of the twentieth century. There are exquisite pieces by Van Cleef and Arpels; numerous examples by Cartier; contemporary commissions from Harry Winston, George Headley, David Webb, and Fulco di Verdura, and historical pieces such as the Marie Louise Diadem, and the legendary earrings worn by Marie Antoinette on the eve of the French Revolution. Spectacular provides a critical perspective on developments in changing jewelry styles in America and Europe through one woman's unique collection. Fascinating essays highlight special details of the gems and jewels, as well as their sometimes scandalous history. Full of fabulous images and interesting facts this new volume will appeal to anybody who wants to know the story behind some of the most amazing jewels ever created. "--, Provided by publisher

Target audience

adult

Classification

Contributor