Baubles, Buttons and Beads
Width: 8.50
Depth: 0.5
Description
"Baubles, Buttons and Beads: The Heritage of Bohemia" by Sibylle Jargstorf is a comprehensive exploration of the jewelry, craftsmanship, and history of Bohemia's renowned makers of costume jewelry. With nearly 400 color photographs, this book delves into the artistry of Bohemian glassmakers, documenting their designs and the significant contributions of various designers and manufacturers. It also examines the historical shifts, especially the mid-20th-century expulsion of German-stock craftsmen during WWII, which had a profound impact on the region's craft traditions.
Height (In): 11.0
Width (In): 8.50
Depth (In): 0.5
150590
Approximate Age: 1997
Language: English
ISBN: 9780887404672
Page Number: 176