The Art of Beadwork: Historic Inspiration, Contemporary Design

The Art of Beadwork: Historic Inspiration, Contemporary Design

by Lois Sherr Dubin (Foreword), Lois Sherr Dubin (Foreword), Valerie Hector (Author)

Synopsis

Written by renowned jewellery designer Valerie Hector, this book introduces readers to the quality, diversity, and artistry of both and ancient and modern beadwork from around the world. Readers will learn to recognize characteristics such as colour, design, and dimension. This book guides readers through 24 exquisite projects inspired by museum-quality examples from cultures in four geographic regions: Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, including beaded necklaces, earrings, pendants, pins, bracelets, hair ornaments, and bags.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 160
Edition: New
Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S.
Published: Jan 2005

ISBN 10: 0823003078
ISBN 13: 9780823003075

Author Bio
Valerie Hector is a brand name for high-quality beaded jewellery and is thought by many in the field to have invented the fine craft category of beadwork jewellery. A noted expert on beaded textiles; she has examined hundreds of pieces for major museums around the world and gives lectures on the history of Asian and African beadwork