Focusing solely on the 19th century Age of Grandeur expands on Daniela Mascetti and David
Bennett's best-selling Understanding Jewellery bringing with it over 250 new colour
photographs. From the authors of Understanding Jewellery considered to be one of the most
important and frequently referenced books on jewelry ever produced Age of Grandeur focuses
solely on the 19th century bringing with it over 250 new color photographs of jewelry from
this most celebrated era. Taking the reader through the history of jewelry over the decades
we learn how and why particular styles came about and then changed. From Napoleonic classicism
and Victorian sentimental and memorial jewelry through the Romantic era and its penchant for
naturalism the Gothic style and recreation of the Renaissance and finally the unique designs
of the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau periods this comprehensive study enlightens and
fascinates. With stunning photographs accompanying us on our journey through the decades
creating a rich visual history that brings the text to life this book remains the essential
bible on 19th-century jewelry.
