A unique blend of jewelry design ranging from Art Nouveau to the cusp of the new millennium, this collection is truly a jewel. Curated by Vivenne Becker, an award winning journalist and author of several books on the history of jewelry design. Becker’s selections range from the Wiener Werkstätte and Tiffany Studios, Egyptian-inspired Art Deco masterpieces by Cartier and midcentury designs by Verdura for Chanel, exquisite creations by DeBeers, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Graff, to modern designs from a new generation of innovative artists. This book is perfect for jewel collectors and lovers of jewelry design and precious objects.
The Impossible Collection of Jewelry
