Cameos: Classical to Costume (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) - Hardcover

Clements, Monica Lynn

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0764304267 ISBN 13: 9780764304262

Publisher: Schiffer, 1997

Synopsis

From the formal carvings of the nineteenth century to the colorful and informal plastic and glass examples of molded relief jewelry, this revised and expanded guide is the perfect reference for those on a search for cameos. Fourteen new designs are included in vibrant detail, along with values and tips that will assist today's shopper with appropriate cameo choice befitting their tastes and styles. See shell, stone, plastic, ivory, lava, glass, plastics, and metal cameos used in jewelry and ornamental objects. They were produced by inspired artists in fine detail using old-world crafting and are displayed here in full color. An excellent pocket guide reference for collectors or anyone who appreciates the simplicity and beauty of cameo designs.

About this title

About the Author

Monica, a research librarian/writer living in Washington, D.C., is an antiques collector with an interest in rare books. Patricia is a longtime collector of antiques and is an antiques dealer with an interest in art, design, and photography.

Reviews

Cameos were originally carved out of single multilayered stones, but since the 18th-century "classical" period, lava, shell, glass, plastics, and other materials have been used. This general history is very briefly told in Cameos, which at its best is a visual feast for enthusiasts of this type of jewelry. Over 1400 pieces are pictured in full color, though occasionally the illustrations are unclear owing to the small size of the items or shadows on detail. Accompanying captions state materials, dates, sizes, and prices. Information is gleaned from antique dealers and collectors?presumably acquaintances of the authors, who are also dealers?but not from curators. Readers are thus advised to consult experts, refer to other publications, and examine actual pieces to gain familiarity with variations in quality and authenticity. This book can offer a broad first exposure to acquaint beginning collectors of cameos, but, given its price, it is best suited to large public libraries.?Therese Duzinkiewicz Baker, Western Kentucky Univ. Libs., Bowling Green
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Edition details

• Publisher: Schiffer
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764304267
• ISBN 13: 9780764304262
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 224