[USED] 7000 Years of Jewelry History Photo Collection "Jewellery

7000 Years of Jewelry Photo Book "Seven Thousand Years of Jewellery" Edited by Hugh Tait 1996 British Museum Press Out of print

Contents Jewellery is one of the oldest decorative arts, and its history can be traced back to the earliest civilisations such as Mesopotamia and Egypt. This book introduces the various styles, techniques and materials of jewellery from around the world. From Egyptian necklaces to Celtic torques, from Renaissance pendants to Art Nouveau buckles, this book introduces the history of jewellery design and production over 7000 years with a wealth of photographs.