Antique French Jewelry, 1800-1950

by Geoffray Riondet

Paris: 2024. 128 pages, illustrated in colour. Hardback. 22x15cms.

A brief history of French jewelry from the Consulate Period to the 1950s, focusing on changes in materials and style. Listing hallmarks for silver, gold and platinum, the catalogue also looks at the origins and uses of gemstones and details the history of prominent jewelry houses and designers such as Bapst, Lalique, Cartier, Mellerio, Van Cleef & Arpels and Vever. With a section on identifying, purchasing, appraising and selling antique French jewelry. 

Ref: 124118

£20.00

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