Rings: Jewelry of Power, Love and Loyalty

Rings: Jewelry of Power, Love and Loyalty

by Diana Scarisbrick (Author), Diana Scarisbrick (Author)

Synopsis

Now available in paperback, this book devotes itself exclusively to rings, considering them thematically rather than chronologically. The author, a world expert, has rich historical and literary knowledge. As she considers rings in all their forms she makes us delight in them as works of art, and makes their context come alive through paintings, drawings and vivid quotations.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 384
Edition: Reprint
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Published: 30 Sep 2013

ISBN 10: 0500291128
ISBN 13: 9780500291122
Book Overview: The first book devoted exclusively to rings, considering them thematically rather than chronologically

Media Reviews
'A fascinating book that's equal parts eye-candy and wow-inducing art-history lesson' - Art Jewelry
'An essential guide' - Harper's Bazaar
'... makes us delight in them as works of art, and makes their context come alive through paintings, drawings and vivid quotation' - Antiques Info
Author Bio
Diana Scarisbrick is an art historian specializing in the history of engraved gems and jewellery.