The Craft of Jewellery Making: A Collection of Historical Articles on Tools, Gemstone Cutting, Mounting and Other Aspects of Jewellery Making - Softcover

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 1447420330 ISBN 13: 9781447420330

Verlag: Sturgis Press, 2011

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Step into the rich history of jewellery craft with this curated collection of classic articles exploring the tools, techniques and artistry behind fine jewellery.

Drawing on material from the early 20th century and earlier, The Craft of Jewellery Makingbrings together expert writing on gemstone cutting, mounting, precision tools and other essential aspects of traditional jewellery making.

Contents include:

• The Jeweller's Art
• Craftsmanship
• Guilds, and the Influence They Exercised
• The Engraver
• Special Lapidary Technic
• Useful Lapidary Notes
• Orientation
• Metal Used for Gem Mountings
• The Lapidary

Carefully selected and presented with original illustrations, this volume offers both historical insight and foundational knowledge for jewellery enthusiasts, craftspeople and collectors alike.

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Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Sturgis Press
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2011
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1447420330
• ISBN 13: 9781447420330
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 378
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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