The Impossible Collection of Jewelry | Vivienne Becker

"Brings together the most remarkable pieces of the 20th century."
- Harpers Bazaar India

In this magnificent collection of the most spectacular jewels of the twentieth century, fine jewelry historian Vivienne Becker selects the quintessential bijoux that represent the milestones of jewelry design of the last one hundred years. From Art Nouveau to the brink of the new millennium, Becker’s selections range from the Wiener Werkstätte and Tiffany Studios, Egyptian-inspired Art Deco masterpieces by Cartier and midcentury designs by Verdura for Chanel, exquisite creations by DeBeers, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Graff, to modern designs from a new generation of innovative artists.

A new addition to Assouline’s Ultimate Collection, this beautiful volume is a must-have for fine jewelry collectors and lovers of precious objects. Sparkling with stunning photography, this hand-bound luxury limited edition features hand-tipped images and is presented in a linen clamshell case.

Features:

• 144 pages
• 100 illustrations
• English language
• Released in February 2013
• W 39.4 x L 47.3 x D 7.2 cm
• Hand-Bound Limited Edition in a Linen Clamshell Case
• ISBN: 9781614280583
• 9.072 kg