Author: Samuel Carter Hall
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Painting, European
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Royal Gems from the Galleries of Europe, Engraved After Pictures of the Great Masters
Author: Samuel Carter Hall
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Painting, European
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Painting, European
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Gems
Author: François Farges
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 2081512955
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Enter into the fascinating world of precious gems through this unique volume that brings together the wonders of mineralogy and masterpieces of jewelry. Both a reference book and an exhibition catalog, Gems unveils the fascinating world of minerals and gems through a dialogue between the prestigious collections of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle in Paris and the great French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels. The Muséum national d'histoire naturelle in Paris welcomes the exhibition Gems from September 16, 2020‒May 4, 2021. This beautifully illustrated volume brings together an international team of mineralogists, scientists, and specialists in natural history and in the history of jewelry, under the editorial direction of François Farges, to explore the diversity of the mineral universe through an exceptional selection of geological specimens (some published here for the first time), legendary gems, and exceptional ornaments created throughout history. Raw crystals, cut stones, and jewelry are compared and contrasted, shedding light on both the natural wonders made by the Earth itself and the virtuoso creations of human hands that transform them into works of art.
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 2081512955
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Enter into the fascinating world of precious gems through this unique volume that brings together the wonders of mineralogy and masterpieces of jewelry. Both a reference book and an exhibition catalog, Gems unveils the fascinating world of minerals and gems through a dialogue between the prestigious collections of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle in Paris and the great French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels. The Muséum national d'histoire naturelle in Paris welcomes the exhibition Gems from September 16, 2020‒May 4, 2021. This beautifully illustrated volume brings together an international team of mineralogists, scientists, and specialists in natural history and in the history of jewelry, under the editorial direction of François Farges, to explore the diversity of the mineral universe through an exceptional selection of geological specimens (some published here for the first time), legendary gems, and exceptional ornaments created throughout history. Raw crystals, cut stones, and jewelry are compared and contrasted, shedding light on both the natural wonders made by the Earth itself and the virtuoso creations of human hands that transform them into works of art.
How to Visit the Great Picture Galleries
Author: Esther Singleton
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
Africa
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781590055465
Category : Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781590055465
Category : Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
The Smithsonian National Gem Collection—Unearthed
Author: Jeffrey Edward Post
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683359402
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
The scandals, mysteries, and human stories behind the world’s greatest gems are brought to life by the curator of the Smithsonian’s National Gem Collection Dr. Jeffrey E. Post, curator of the National Gem Collection for more than 25 years, separates fact from fiction in an all-new and original book, revealing fresh information and regaling the reader with anecdotes and tales of some of the world’s greatest and most famous gemstones. Dr. Post is the author of the now out-of-print book The National Gem Collection (Abrams, 1997), which has sold more than 50,000 copies. In this brand-new book, he tells the stories of the Smithsonian’s most famous gems, including the Hope Diamond, Star of Asia Sapphire, Carmen Lucia Ruby, Hooker Emerald, and Blue Heart Diamond—and also presents the tales, details, and fascinating facts surrounding rarely displayed gems from the Smithsonian vault and additions made to the collection since 1997. Not only a resource for learning about rare and beautiful gems, the book also presents the stories of the people who once owned or were associated with these jewels—from ordinary people to kings, emperors, maharajas, celebrities, and captains of industry.
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683359402
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
The scandals, mysteries, and human stories behind the world’s greatest gems are brought to life by the curator of the Smithsonian’s National Gem Collection Dr. Jeffrey E. Post, curator of the National Gem Collection for more than 25 years, separates fact from fiction in an all-new and original book, revealing fresh information and regaling the reader with anecdotes and tales of some of the world’s greatest and most famous gemstones. Dr. Post is the author of the now out-of-print book The National Gem Collection (Abrams, 1997), which has sold more than 50,000 copies. In this brand-new book, he tells the stories of the Smithsonian’s most famous gems, including the Hope Diamond, Star of Asia Sapphire, Carmen Lucia Ruby, Hooker Emerald, and Blue Heart Diamond—and also presents the tales, details, and fascinating facts surrounding rarely displayed gems from the Smithsonian vault and additions made to the collection since 1997. Not only a resource for learning about rare and beautiful gems, the book also presents the stories of the people who once owned or were associated with these jewels—from ordinary people to kings, emperors, maharajas, celebrities, and captains of industry.
The Sisk Gemology Reference
Author: Jerry Sisk
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692713181
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
A comprehensive and visual gemology resource featuring more than 100 prominent gemstones.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692713181
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
A comprehensive and visual gemology resource featuring more than 100 prominent gemstones.
A Guide to the Exhibition Galleries
Author: British Museum
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
The Sphere
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Catalogue of the Mercantile Library of the City of Brooklyn
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 422
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 422
Book Description
Public galleries and museums of Florence
Author: Susan Horner
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Florence (Italy)
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Florence (Italy)
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description