The early Victorians regarded hair as one's crowning glory and the most delicate and lasting part of a person. This sentimental, romantic temperament gave rise to the fashion for making and wearing jewelry made of hair. Whether you consider the idea of jewelry and memorials made from human hair repulsive or utterly fascinating, this book should answer any questions about this delicate art form. Jeanenne Bell, a certified appraiser and jewelry dealer, has written an exhaustive text devoted to hairwork jewelry. More than 500 gorgeous color photos together with vintage illustrations and images from our past fill this tender, informative guide. Insight is given on how this came into fashion, the basic techniques used, as well as information about what pieces are most collectible and valuable. A list of criteria for evaluating these unique pieces will aid the reader in identifying and pricing the items still being found at shops and estate sales today. 8.5 X 11. Current values.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Collector Books
ISBN-10
1574320491
ISBN-13
9781574320497
eBay Product ID (ePID)
773327
Product Key Features
Author
C. Jeanenne BELL
Language
English
Topic
General, Jewelry
Dimensions
Item Length
11.5in.
Item Height
0.8in.
Item Width
8.8in.
Item Weight
47.8 Oz
Additional Product Features
Book Title
Collector's Encyclopedia of Hairwork Jewelry
Lc Classification Number
Nk6076.B45 1998
Reviews
Researchers or appraisers of jewelry will strongly benefit from the research in this book. Whether you are a serious collector or just curious about the evolution of the art of hairwork jewelry, this book should open the door to these sentimental treasures from the past.