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Masters: Gold: Major Works by Leading Artists

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All that glitters here IS gold—and it’s gorgeous! This addition to the popular Masters series focuses on a topic—gold jewelry—with mass appeal to a wide audience: jewelers, metalsmiths, collectors, museums, and just about anyone who loves beautiful workmanship. Leading jewelry expert Marthe Le Van has chosen 40 of the world’s best goldsmiths and presents their finest pieces. A short essay accompanies each eight-page section, along with choice quotes from the featured artists. The talented creators showcased here include:

Eva Steinberg : Art Nouveau influences abound in her colorful earrings and pendants

Namu Cho : Cho employs the ancient technique of Korean damascene known as poe mok saang gum.

Claude Chavent : He plays with the optical illusions of trompe l’oeil, bringing volume and movement to his dazzling flat pieces.

Stuart Golder : Golder weaves sheets and wires of gold on a loom, designing elaborate patterns based on traditional cloth weaving.

Language: English

Pages: 330

Format: Paperback

Release: May 05, 2009

ISBN 13: 9781600590405

Masters: Gold: Major Works by Leading Artists

0/5 ( ratings)

All that glitters here IS gold—and it’s gorgeous! This addition to the popular Masters series focuses on a topic—gold jewelry—with mass appeal to a wide audience: jewelers, metalsmiths, collectors, museums, and just about anyone who loves beautiful workmanship. Leading jewelry expert Marthe Le Van has chosen 40 of the world’s best goldsmiths and presents their finest pieces. A short essay accompanies each eight-page section, along with choice quotes from the featured artists. The talented creators showcased here include:

Eva Steinberg : Art Nouveau influences abound in her colorful earrings and pendants

Namu Cho : Cho employs the ancient technique of Korean damascene known as poe mok saang gum.

Claude Chavent : He plays with the optical illusions of trompe l’oeil, bringing volume and movement to his dazzling flat pieces.

Stuart Golder : Golder weaves sheets and wires of gold on a loom, designing elaborate patterns based on traditional cloth weaving.

Language: English

Pages: 330

Format: Paperback

Release: May 05, 2009

ISBN 13: 9781600590405

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