* A comprehensive study of ring design from a wide cross-section of civilisations and cultures.
* A fascinating insight into the work of contemporary craftsmen-jewellers, revealing all stages of the creative process.
* An invaluable and beautifully presented work reference. The Ring, what thing could be a more ancient, magical, personal or symbolic object of adornment? Indeed, as other reviewers here have noted, this book is as well crafted, as the subject being researched. This book is elegant, it is a coffee table book which amuses and delights, a visual page turner with a surprise on each new page. People with a flair for the unusual , a passionate ring collector, metal smiths, artisans and professional designers, jewelers, contemporary art galleries, or anyone who loves beautiful things, will really love adding this book to their library.
Eloquently written, the first half of this book is part history and background lesson for the second half of the book. Brief discussion on the ring from 5th century B.C. Summer, Egypt, Greece, Roman, 13th -20th century, and many more chapters, with each topic increasing in length as it approaches contemporary times. Mass Production, Design Constraints, Manufacturing Techniques, Economics and Regulation, Consequences and Strategies are also all touched upon siting examples with regard to France, where the author lives and I might add, demonstrates superior authority on the subject.
The second half of this book is devoted to "Modern and Contemporary Rings" from the 1960's to present day. Really, the larger focus is on this half of the book, and what an amazing array of styles and possibilities on how wild, wacky, sculptural, outrageous, and generally experimental ring design has become. One-of-a-kinds, out-of-bounds, over-the-top, extremely unusual, and very creatively charged designs are presented here in a visual feast. Rings as art, indeed. Sketches, variations on a theme, non-traditional materials (Plexiglas, tracing paper, shells wood, woven metal, bread and Jam! Etc,), are all pictured and covered in this half of the book as well.
Purchase, The Ring, without hesitation, you will be very happy you did. Sylvie Lambert has created a beautiful, elegant and (wonderfully!) lengthy history of a jewelry staple: the ring. She offers a thorough exploration that spans from prehistoric adornment to contemporary designs. This book will certainly appeal to those in the trade as well as anyone looking for an interesting, visually captivating (dare I say coffee table?) book. As a jewelry designer, I find it to be a handy reference, as well as a source for inspiration, some envy, and much awe. I would most definitely recommend it!!

Francoise Aubry, Christine Bastin, Jacques Evrard Victor Horta (1861-1947) was een van de grondleggers van de vernieuwing die rond 1900 ontstond als reactie op de classicistische, monumentale bouwstijlen van de voorbije eeuwen. Door het gebruik van eigentijdse materialen zoals glas en metaal, door de introductie van licht en lucht en door een uitgesproken voorkeur voor asymmetrie zette Horta een eigen formele vormentaal neer. Hij bouwde prachtige en tegelijkertijd comfortabele huizen met een gesofisticeerde lichtwerking. In dit boek ontdekt u hoe Victor Horta evolueerde van voorzichtige ingrepen over een exuberante lineaire vormentaal (die zijn handelsmerk zou worden) naar een ingehouden, geometrische stijl. In zijn paviljoen voor Jef Lambeaux' MENSELIJKE DRIFTEN (1889-1906, Jubelpark, Brussel) breekt de jonge Horta voor het eerst met de klassieke stijlvormen, zij het op een bescheiden manier. De eigenheid van Horta's stijl komt op schitterende wijze tot uitdrukking in het huis Tassel (1893), dat de doorbraak van de art nouveau belichaamt.
In dit nieuwe boek over Horta, geïllustreerd met de recentste foto's van Christine Bastin en Jacques Evrard, kan u stap voor stap de evolutie volgen van een architect met een uitgesproken zin voor vorm, ruimte en kleur. Een prachtig boek over een groot architect.

J. Bauer In deze handzame gids vinden verzamelaars en liefhebbers voor een ieder begrijpelijke antwoorden op de meest voorkomende vragen betreffende mineralen, edelstenen en gesteenten. Vrijwel alle bereikbare mineralen (ook zeldzame), zijn afgebeeld op 576 afbeeldingen in kleur plus drie pagina's met kleuropnamen van gesteenten. De tekst is op wetenschappelijke basis in tabellen verwerkt. Dit maakt een eenvoudige en juiste determinatie mogelijk. De tabellen bevatten o.a. informatie over belangrijke eigenschappen van mineralen zoals kleur, streep, glans, doorzichtigheid, hardheid, soortelijk gewicht, splijtbaarheid, vorm en kristalsysteem. Voorts zijn er gegevens opgenomen over chemische formules, begeleidende en soortgelijke mineralen en vindplaatsen. Afbeelding en tekst staan steeds bij elkaar. De indeling van mineralen volgens kleur, glans en hardheid, waarbij mineralen die in verschillende kleuren voorkomen, dan ook meermalen worden vermeld c.q. afgebeeld, maakt het ook de beginner mogelijk

Ettagale Blauer In Africa, beaded ornaments may mark an individual's progress through life, and intricate woven fabrics chronicle the deeds of warriors and kings. "African Elegance" delves into the ways in which such traditional objects as masks, jewelry, and wooden vessels are used in contemporary African society.

From the vibrant, carved coffins of Ghana and the treasures made by sixteenth-century Benin metalsmiths to the sleek objects in serpentine crafted by the Shona sculptors of Zimbabwe, "African Elegancce" dynamically explores how native Africans display themselves, exchange messages, and tell stories through craft. An object as beautiful as the work it celebrates, "African Elegance" is a stunningly photographed chronicle of art and personal adornment.

Lark Books Never before has such a diverse collection of fine contemporary bracelets been assembled, showcasing hundreds of renowned international jewelers. Materials range from the most precious metals and gems to paper and plastic, and the varied techniques include forging, casting, weaving, and and surface embellishments. Among the featured creators: Abrasha, who contributes a Royal Pachinko Ball Bracelet; Sharon Portelance, who called her work Wrist Corsage: Ever Present; and Felieke Van Der Leest's amusingly named Hare O'Harix and His 6 Carrots. Whether you're an expert jeweler, a collector, a student, or simply someone who loves beautiful objects, these one-of-kind pieces will astound you.

Lark Books More artists make necklaces than any other form of jewelry—and these pieces are among the most exquisite ever created. Selected from over 5,000 entries, they range from unique chokers to artful collars. Some showcase precious metals and gems, while others use more unusual materials, including plastic, wood, paper, and glass. They’re forged, cast, and woven, and have surface embellishments that run the gamut from inlay to enameling. And the variety is simply astonishing: Classic bejeweled chains appear next to avant-garde felted wool constructions. Some of the eye-catching, full-color images feature enlightening quotes from the creators themselves. Jewelers, students, collectors, and anyone who loves beautiful objects will treasure this extensive collection—the largest of its kind.

Lark Books werk van Anke AMO Akerboom op pagina's 77 en 315. The classic art of enameling is experiencing a well-deserved renaissance—and it’s stunningly captured in this lovingly curated survey. More than 300 international contemporary artists have contributed museum-worthy pieces, which range in scale from David C. Freda’s Green Slipper Brooch and Harlan W. Butt’s Maine Teapot to large sculptures and public art. Some of the creators take a minimalist approach, using only soft colors and matte finishes, while others exploit the material’s vibrant palette and glass-like surface. The broad technical applications include everything from simple sifting and torch firing to complex cloisonné and plique-à-jour.

Dr. H.E. Coomans, René Brus

Curzio Cipriani, Alessandro Borelli

Carles Codina This is a reference guide to the equipment, materials and techniques that can be used when making jewellery. It is aimed at the beginner but it would also be suitable for the more experienced jeweller. It shows in step-by-step sequences how to accomplish various techniques. It also explains the pros and cons of different materials and finishes and how to achieve them.

About the Author
Carles Codina is a well-known Spanish jeweller. He is a professor in the department of Jewellery at Massana School in Barcelona. He has exhibited his work throughout Europe and he is in frequent demand as a lecturer and emostrator. His work appears in both public and privaate collections.

Valerie Conway Discusses the materials, simple equipment, and techniques necessary for decorating a variety of objects with enamel.

Fred Dries

Lois Sherr Dubin Eine umfassende Kulturgeschichte über Perlen und Perlenschmuck aller Epochen, Völker und Kontinente. Ein Standardwerk für Völkerkundler und Historiker, Schmuckliebhaber und Designer.
Das Buch behandelt nicht nur Natur- und Zuchtperlen, sondern das gesamte Spektrum aufgefädelter Naturgegenstände.
30.000 Jahre Kulturgeschichte des Perlenschmucks von den Anfängen des Menschen bis in die Gegenwart: Amulette und Talismane, Gebetsketten und Opferschmuck, Kunstwerke und Designerschmuck. Nach historischen Gesichtspunkten werden die jeweiligen regionalen Funktionen, Stile, Techniken und Typen hervorgehoben. Anschauliche Karten zu jedem Kapitel zeigen Produktionszentren und Handelswege der Perlen und ihrer Rohstoffe.

Robert W. Ebendorf, Marthe Le Van Diverse, extensive, and incredibly beautiful, this awe-inspiring collection features the most magnificent rings ever. With designs that range from the traditional to the very avant-garde, each of the 1,000 examples is an exceptional work of art, finely crafted by the best contemporary jewelers. Rob Jackson mixes antique industrial elements (a 100-year-old wrought iron nail) with radiant 20-karat gold and a glowing ruby for a dynamic visual contrast. Tomomi Arat’s collection, Treasure from Under the Sea, captures the exoticism of ocean life: he uses pearls, enamel, and sand to create rings that look as if they were chiseled directly out of a coral reef. Among the prestigious artisans represented: Arline M. Fisch, Michael Zobel, Katja Prins, Paul Preston, and Bruce Metcalf.

Rod Edwards Synopsis
A guide to the making of jewellery - the tools, materials and techniques - leading the beginner through every stage. Included also are illustrations of work in precious metals from antiquity to the modern time, which may provide a source of inspiration for the development of creativity and design.

Roelie Meijer en Peter Engelsman

Gerhard Nestler, Edilberto Formigli Granulation – die von den Etruskern so virtuos beherrschte Kunst, feinste Goldkügelchen auf unfaßbare Weise mit dem Edelmetall zu verbinden – ohne sichtbare Lötspuren! Eine faszinierende Technik und alt wie die Zivilisation. Gerhard Nestler und Edilberto Formigli geben in diesem Buch eine praxisorientierte und mit zahlreichen Bildern versehene Erläuterung dessen, was man einst “Geheimnis” nannte. Ein spannender Exkurs in die Welt der tausend Goldsphären.

Tony Grasso This title tracks the many changing forms of Bakelite jewellery and includes both exceptionally rare pieces and more affordable and accessible costume jewellery.

Guido Gregorietti This book talks the jewelry history from antiquity (different Locality (African, Greek, Etruscan,Indian, Chinese, etc.)to early 20th century modern jewelry design. It contains a lot of information about fabrication,the available of gems, and the motif and styles of jewelry for particular period. The history were mainly concentrated on western civilization. It was not a very good source for African/Egyptian/Chinese /Indian jewelry history. In addition, it has a lot of beautiful specimen pictures to support the findings. If anyone would like to learn more about the western jewelry history (like an overview), this will be a good book to start.

Ing. J. Hammes

Ingrid Heermann, Ulrich Menter

Hergé Auteur
Herge
Het verhaal in De juwelen... begint als Bianca Castafiore, beroemd operazangeres, zichzelf op kasteel Molensloot uitnodigt. Haddock verslikt zich haast in zijn whisky, en wil meteen de benen nemen naar Milaan (waar hij nooit naartoe durfde te gaan uit angst die zingende donderstorm tegen te komen). Nu wil het dat er een traptrede stuk is, terwijl de scherf steeds teruggelegd wordt. Haddock glijdt uit en verstuikt zijn enkel. De dokter zegt hem een aantal weken rust te houden (U boft nog, dat het niet gebroken is – Wat bof ik toch).
En dan komt Bianca Castafiore binnen, die besloten heeft om zich op het rustige Molensloot terug te trekken - met kamermeisje, begeleider, piano, voortdurende zangoefeningen (de Juwelenaria uit de opera Faust van Gounod), rondzwermende persmuskieten, en zelfs een TV-opname. Haddock wordt er volkomen gek van, maar kan bij de diva geen woord inbrengen. Ook is er nog een zigeunerkamp opgezet op het landgoed Molensloot. De zigeuners worden van diefstal beschuldigd, en dan verdwijnt ook nog de grote smaragd van La Castafiore. Maar Kuifje's scherpzinnigheid laat hem niet in de steek: de smaragd blijkt gestolen te zijn door een ekster (La gazza ladra van Rossini).

Luke Herriott A practical and inspirational resource book of templates.

The Packaging Templates Sourcebook presents a stunning showcase of 140 new, innovative and classic packaging and paper engineering ideas across a variety of areas. Accompanying each project is a detailed template, which shows the reader how to copy, fold and construct each project from material that is widely available. The book will provide a source of inspiration for graphic and packaging designers, both student and professional alike, as it explores the fundamentals of a package at its most basic level. Covering areas as diverse as food and drink, product packaging, promotional material, CDs and DVDs, books, retail and stationary, it is a completely comprehensive guide. The book also includes gatefold templates, some insert card packaging concepts, and a CD-Rom of templates and finished packages, allowing designers to create presentations for their clients.

Harry Hollander traditional jewelry materials and techniques to make jewelry that is distinctive, imaginative, and beautiful. The author, whose long experience in the commercial plastics industry and in crafts makes him one of the most knowledgeable and innovative voices in the field of plastics today, shows the reader how to make a wide variety of jewelry pieces, including pendants, pins, rings, earrings, necklaces, cufflinks, bracelets, and belt buckles.
The unique characteristics of each of the three resin systems acrylic, epoxy and polyester are explained in detail. Then, in a series of projects that provide lists of materials, specific formulas with mixing instructions, and step-by-step illustrations accompanied by detailed captions, the author shows how each can be used to its fullest advantage.
Acrylic resins are combined with heat-formed acrylic to make pendants and rings, used as paints in relief painting, mixed with other media in earrings, and used in the rotational casting of necklaces with bubble-free or antiqueglass-like surfaces. Epoxy resins are used as "enamels" for casting metalized pendants, sterling silver plique—jour rings, wooden earrings, and bas-relief pendants; as "jewels" for earring fittings; and as glues for inlaying pewter in a ring and for fashioning a slate and pewter pendant. Polyester resins are used for casting, pouring, and swirling a necklace, for laminating earrings with pewter, and for making cufflinks pearlescent bracelets, and belt buckles with fiberglass reinforcement.
In addition, precise formulas are given for making pewter (Britannia metal) and for preparing releasing and non-releasing molds from materials such as silicone rubber, wax, soapstone, and glued acrylic sheet.text is illustrated with over 300 black and white halftones and 46 full color plates, including innovative jewelry by leading craftsmen from many countries. A large glossary of terms plus an annotated suppliers and manufacturers list of both plastic and jewelry-making materials

Clarence P. Hornung A source book of antiques and jewelry designs, containing over 3800 engravings of Victorian Americana, including jewelry, silverware, clocks, cutlery, glassware, musical instruments, etc., etc., etc., by Clarence P. Hornung

Yvonne Joris Edited by Yvònne G.J.M. Joris.

This book, produced in collaboration with Het Kruithuis, Museum of Contemporary Art in 's-Hertogenbosch, tells the fascinating story of Dutch jewellery design, in the years 1950-2000 by internationally designers as Hans Appenzeller, Gijs Bakker, Dinie Besems, Onno Boekhoudt, Françoise van den Bosch, Paul Derrez, Marijke de Goey, Maria Hees, Marion Herbst, Beppe Kessler, Emmy van Leersum, Bruno Ninaber van Eyben and Ted Noten.

Lawrence Kallenberg Start to finish, all the instructional details are included for every phase of wax casting and mold-making in this second edition of the definitive text on jewelry making. Creating models directly in wax frees the artist and craftsman from traditionally cumbersome and restrictive methods, resulting in a faster, easier and more spontaneous approach. This fully illustrated book is a must have source for the jeweler, teacher, student, craftsman and sculptor. Drawing on over 30 years of practical experience, Lawrence Kallenberg brings the text up to date, offering information on new breakthroughs in the casting process, as well as new waxes and equipment now available.

-In-depth resource on this ancient jewelry-making technique.
-16-page color gallery.
-Illustrated with finely executed drawings of work in progress.

Alexei Karpun

George Frederick Kunz Rings of office and power, notorious poison-bearing rings, wedding and graduation rings and many other types are covered in this excellent study tracing the origins, uses and history of this timeless ornament. Also described are methods of ring-making from earliest times to today, materials and gems used in rings, and more. 290 illustrations.

Lark Never before has such an extensive and beautiful collection of brooches been assembled, or photographed to such perfection. Marjorie Simon, a distinguished presence in the jewelry field, chose the pieces, and every one features the fine craftsmanship of a top contemporary jeweler. The breathtaking and provocative styles range from traditional to very avant-garde, and the brooches come not only in gold, silver, copper, and wire, but also in glass, porcelain, paper, and other more unusual materials. They're forged, soldered, chased, and cast, and surface embellishments run the gamut from enamel and metal foils to patinas and inlay. In some cases, detail images and artist's comments accompany the full-size photos. Jewelers, students, collectors, and anyone who loves exquisite items will appreciate the amazing diversity on display here.

Jacques Legrand Aus dem Inhalt: Der Rohdiamant und seine Herkunft, Vom Schmuckdiamanten zum Industriediamanten, Vom Mythos zur Wirklichkeit. - "Der Diamant nimmt unter den Edelsteinen in mehrfacher Hinsicht eine Sonderstellung ein ... wegen seiner einzigartigen Eigenschaften ist er seit seinem ersten Auftauchen vor mehr als 2000 Jahren für die Menschen ein Zauberstein, der in Sagen und Mythen eine Rolle spielte und dem magische Kräfte zugeschrieben wurden. Bis heute, da der Diamant industriell gefördert und genutzt wird und in der Weltwirtschaft eine gewichtige Rolle spielt, hat er seine besondere Faszination für die Menschheit behalten. Mehr als drei Jahre Vorarbeit waren erforderlich, um dieses Buch - ein wirkliches Handbuch des Diamanten - entstehen zu lassen, dessen Texte von international bekannten Experten - Gemmologen, Juwelieren, Geologen, Prospektoren, Ingenieuren, Diamantschleifern und Historikern - geschrieben und mit über 420 Farbbildern und zahlreichen Grafiken, Karten und Dokumentarfotos großzügig illustriert sind. Durch die Fülle der Informationen bereichert dieses Werk sowohl den Fachmann, wie es den Laien fasziniert." (Klappentext).

Maarten Bertheux/Paul Derrez/Gerry van der Linden Sieraden uit de privé verzameling van Threes Moolhuysen-Coenders. Het boek Onedel is een geschiedenis boek en eigentijds boek tegelijker tijd. Het geeft in prachtige foto's een overzicht van de ontwikkeling van het onedele sieraad van 1850 tot heden.

Loosli/Merz/Schaffner Die Zielsetzung dieses Besuches ist es, dem Lehrmeister die umfassenden Grundlagen zum Aufbau eines persönlichen Lehrprogrammes anhand des vorgeschriebenen Lehrstoffes zu vermitteln, und den Lehrling zu eigenen Versuchen zu animieren. Der Lehrinhalt ist auf dem Erlernen von Techniken, Teilen und Objekten aufgebaut. Neue, auch schon in der Praxis vorkommende Techniken werden im Hinblick auf die Vollständigkeit erwähnt.

Der Modell-Lehrgang setzt sich aus folgendem Lehrstoff zusammen:
1. Werkstatt: Zielsetzung, Verzeichnis der Werkzeuge
2. Elementartechnik: Zielsetzung, Werkzeugkunde, Übungsbeispiele, Übungsblatt
3. Elementarteile: Zielsetzung, Übungsbeispiele, Konstruktionen, Übungsblatt
4. Elementarobjekt: Zielsetzung, Übungsbeispiele, Konstruktionen, Übungsblatt
5. Anhang: Hinweis zur Führung des Arbeitstagebuches, Maßtabellen, Adressen

Herbert Maryon Best all-around book. Countless trade secrets. Author was foremost British expert. 367 illustrations.

Jinks McGrath This title guides the reader, using step-by-step instructions, through all the basics - from which tools to buy and how to design your piece to soldering, enamelling and polishing. Once these techniques have been mastered, the author encourages the reader to try more advanced projects developing the basic skills. Packed full of essential information and illustrated throughout with colour photographs and drawings, this book ensures all the instructions are at your fingertips in one volume.

Jinks McGrath Leer meer over gereedschappen, uitrusting en veiligheid; hoe u een ideeënmap kunt aanleggen; hoe u geschikte materialen kiest en uw ontwerpen erop overdraagt; leer werken met edel- en halfedelstenen, diverse metalen en bladmetaal. Duidelijke, stap-voor-stapfoto's tonen alle benodigde technieken, van het bewerken van metalen door middel van verhitten, drijven en gieten tot methoden om te solderen, polijsten, afwerken en decoreren. Kaderteksten leggen uit wat het effect van de verschillende technieken is op de metalen en praktische oefeningen begeleiden u bij lastige klussen en geven daarbij tips hoe u deze kunt uitproberen op minder dure materialen.

Jinks McGrath This comprehensive and heavily illustrated manual teaches the craft of jewelry making to students looking to create professional quality items. The author covers every step of the process, from creating original design concepts to fashioning professionally finished pieces of jewelry. She lists all required tools and equipment, explains their uses, advises on safe working practices, and then guides her readers through every stage of the jewelry making process in a series of carefully structured tutorials. Students will learn—

How to start with an original idea, translate it into a workable design, and then use the design as a pattern to make beautiful wearable jewelryHow to work with precious and semiprecious stones, metals, glass, plastic, resin, and woodHow to present and sell oneÂ’s creations to dealers and wholesalers

Clear, full-color, step-by-step photos demonstrate the methods of fashioning metals by heating, hammering, casting, soldering, riveting, polishing, finishing, and adding surface decoration. At-a-glance panels explain how to apply the right techniques when working in specific metals, as well as ideas for experimenting with inexpensive substitutes before advancing to precious materials. HereÂ’s the perfect book for transforming hobbyists into true professionals. It will also serve as a useful textbook for those conducting organized courses in jewelry design. Color photos on every page.

Monique Mokveld

Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum Catalogue of the exhibition. THE WORLD OF FRENCH JEWELRY ART - THE ART OF CARTIER. Each object is reproduced in color and dated. Also a section with designer drawings, and a list of works, with full description about measurement, used gemstones and motifs. With a chronology of the Cartier history and historic events. Price from 29,95 for 15,00 Euro. English & Japanese text.

Elizabeth Olver Product Description
This is a guide to designing and making all forms of jewellery from earrings and pendants to cufflinks and bracelets, tie pins and rings. It includes 200 visual references for shape, form, texture and finish, with reference symbols to indicate the materials and processes used.

About the Author
Elizabeth Olver is a well-known British jeweller. She earned her BA in jewellery-making and design at Central St Martin's College or Art & Design and her MA at the Royal College of Art. She taught at Central St. Martins for a number of years but she now works in the jewellery industry.

Clare Phillips From the simple shell beads worn by Palaeolithic hunters to the splendour of Renaissance goldwork and the sumptuousness of Art Nouveau enamels, here is a guide to the evolution of Western jewelry, concluding with the radical and experimental developments of the last three decades. Offering a survey of the entire field, the book is organized into chronological sections starting with the ancient world and progressing through the Middle Ages and the Baroque to the Belle Epoque and Art Deco eras, finally reaching the present day. The author, Clare Phillips, analyzes jewelry's changing fashions, explores its social context, and examines how it has been worn by both men and women. She shows how jewellers have responded to new sources of gems, whether emeralds from the New World or diamonds from South Africa, and to the discovery of metals such as platinum and aluminium. Masterworks by unknown craftsmen and pieces designed by individual artists such as Holbein, Pugin and Calder, are illustrated alongside the glittering products of the major jewelry houses - Cartier, Fouquet and Faberge among others.

Theophilus Presbyter, Erhard Brepohl Produktbeschreibungen
Kurzbeschreibung
In seiner einzigartigen "Enzyklopädie des mittelalterlichen Kunsthandwerks" beschreibt der Benediktinermönch Theophilus um 1123 anschaulich und zuverlässig die Arbeitstechnik der Klosterwerkstätten in den Bereichen Goldschmiedekunst und Metallbearbeitung.Goldschmiedemeister Dr. Erhard Brepohl war bis 1996 Professor für Schmuck-Design an der Fachhochschule Wismar. Er ist heute als Gastdozent an vielen Goldschmiedeschulen in Europa tätig.

Autorenportrait
Goldschmiedemeister Dr. Erhard Brepohl war bis 1996 Professor für Schmuck-Design an der Fachhochschule Wismar. Er ist heute als Gastdozent an vielen Goldschmiedeschulen in Europa tätig.

Katja Prins
KATJA PRINS
'The Uncanny Valley' book presentation
17 01 2009

The Uncanny Valley, a 128 full color pages monograph (size 25x35 cm) about the work of Katja Prins published by Darling Publications Cologne/New York.
Texts by:
- Thimo te Duits
- Graziella Folchini Grassetto
- Cornelie Holzach
- Ursula Ilse-Neuman
- Love Jönsson
- Ward Schrijver
- Rafael von Uslar
- Jorunn Veiteberg

The book is for sale in the gallery (€ 65,00).
Also available a 'Nexus' edition: the book in a special black linen binding plus a Katja Prins brooch. Edition of 25, signed and numbered (€ 425,00).
During the show of Katja Prins € 350,00.

Rudolf Dud'a en Lubos Rejl Maar liefst 451 kleurenfoto's van uitstekende kwaliteit onthullen voor de lezer een fascinerend, rijk geschakeerd panorama van de mineralen uit de hele wereld. De begeleidende tekst geeft na een algemene inleiding informatie over de vorming van mineralen, hun fysische en chemische eigenschappen en een uitgebreide serie beschrijvingen van de afzonderlijke mineralen. Deze encyclopedie is een must voor iedereen die in dit onderwerp geïnteresseerd is.

Polly Rothenberg

Theo Schouw Experimenten geeft een beeld van de eigenzinnige edelsmid en beeldhouwer Harry van den Thillart (´s-Hertogenbosch, 1915). Als kerkelijk kunstenaar is hij de evenknie van Jan Brom en Niel Steenbergen. Kunstenner Lambert Tegenbosch prees hem de hemel in om zijn asymmetrische kelk. Voor abt en bisschop ontwierp en vervardigde hij onorthodoxe staven. Voor mgr. W, Bekkers maakte hij het borstkruis. Voor de gemeente Posterholt (L) een crucifix van zes ton ijzer.

Walter Schumann Professor dr. Walter Schumann geeft in deze gids een volledig overzicht van de fascinerende wereld van de edelstenen. Op 70 kleurplaten staan 1500 edelstenen afgebeeld - zowel ruwe als geslepen edelstenen. De afbeeldingen gaan vergezeld van gedetailleerde beschrijvingen. In toelichtende hoofdstukken wordt informatie gegeven over het ontstaan, de bouw en de eigenschappen, afzettingen, de winning en bewerking, imitaties en vervalsingen en ook over de classificatie van edelstenen. Determinatietabellen maken dit uitzonderlijke handboek voor verzamelaars en liefhebbers compleet.

Vannetta Seecharran The ultimate guide for the experimental jeweler, this complete how-to offers detailed instructions and clear photographs for working with all kinds of materials. From rubber, resin, glass, leather, and paper to plastics, ceramics, textiles, and natural and found objects, these options, along with precious and nonprecious metals, can all be used individually or combined in a mixed-media piece. Preceded by a helpful introduction offering guidance on essential tools and inspirational advice for self-designed projects, the main section is organized by material or media, providing details on the properties and possibilities for each as well as some inspiring examples of jewelry made using the techniques described. For the finishing touch, information on various surface textures that can be achieved for each media as well as ideas for various clasps and closures are shared.

Mary Seyd Explains processes for making beads from a variety of materials and for using them to create decorative and useful objects. Also presents historical material on beads in many cultures.

Oppi Untracht Product Description
Nearly ten years in preparation and production, "Jewelry Concepts and Technology" is the definitive guide and handbook for jewellery makers on all levels of ability. It is also a unique reference source for those not directly active in the field but who wish to gain an understanding of what lies behind the jewellery-making mystique. All traditional as well as innovative contemporary techniques are thoroughly described, making this. The more than 900 photographs in colour and black and white illustrate work of all degrees of complexity and show the incredible range of concepts which jewellers in all times, including today, incorporate in their work. Historic and ethnic jewellery, as well as contemporary work done by approximately 300 jewellers from twenty-six countries, are grouped under particular technical processes. This arrangement dramatically illustrates the mutual bonds between today's creative jewellers and their colleagues: historic style-oriented, and anonymous, tradition-dominated ethnic jewellers. The detailed text is accompanied by 377 illustrations showing tools and processes used to carry out particular techniques. In addition, thirty step-by-step photo demonstrations show master jewellers working from raw material to finished jewels, some of them revealing their methods for the first time. Supplemented by an extensive index, glossaries of jewellery forms and findings, and an international sources supply list, "Jewelry Concepts and Technology" is indispensable for anyone interested in any aspect of jewellery making.

About the Author
Oppi Untracht's interest in crafts began in the 1930s and developed with Fine Arts degrees from New York University and Columbia. Metalwork, enamelling and jewellery are his special interests, and he has both taught and exhibited internationally in these mediums. He has written numerous articles for Graphis, Craft Horizons, American Craft and Colliers Encyclopedia, and is the author of Metal Techniques for Craftsmen, also published by Robert Hale.

Gerton van Wageningen

Sara Withers Product Description
Beads have been used for decoration for centuries. Available in a huge array of colours, shapes and sizes, they are beautiful, adaptable, and easy to work with. These practical projects show how you can add detail, texture, colour and originality to garments and accessories by incorporating beads into your knitting, crochet and needlework. Learn traditional and contemporary techniques such as bead weaving, stringing, wirework and strand-knotting, and even find out how to make your own beads.

About the Author
Sara Withers has worked with beads for many years, as a collector and maker. Her jewelry is sold in galleries, shops, and at exhibitions throughout the United Kingdom. She also enjoys teaching bead- and jewellery-making, and lecturing on all aspects of bead history. She is the author of five books on beadwork.

Jochem Wolters