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Glass Beads from Europe by Sibylle Jargstorf
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSchiffer Publishing, The Limited
ISBN-100887408397
ISBN-139780887408397
eBay Product ID (ePID)659628
Product Key Features
LanguageEnglish
TopicAntiques & Collectibles, Crafts & Hobbies, Glass & Glassware, Beadwork, Jewelry
AuthorSibylle Jargstorf
IllustratorYes
Dimensions
Item Length11 In.
Item Height0.6 In.
Item Weight33 Oz
Item Width8.5 In.
Additional Product Features
LCCN95-023106
Book TitleGlass Beads from Europe
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal748.8/5/094075
Intended AudienceTrade
SynopsisA complete guide to the history and beauty of the European beadmaking industry, how glass beads are made and used, and what they're worth in today's market., The various worldwide uses of glass beads, from antiquity to the modern time, are presented in this new book, along with the fascinating evolution of the beadmaking industry. From roots in Asian and African glassmaking, the European beadmaking industry is shown to have developed in response to political and economic factors of international trade and keen businessmen who saw potential profits, 475 color photographs, illustrate the different styles uses, and patterns of glass beads that originated from or influenced the European industry. Phoenician, Celtic, Viking, Venetian, African, Bavarian, Bohemian, Dutch, French, and Russian styles that were made for symbolic, fashion, magic, and controversial uses are shown. Even today's foiled, flower, mosaic, pearl, bronze, and fancy beads are discussed and shown.As beads play an important role in ornamentation today, this book will be of interest to a wide circle of creative people. The price guide reveals the current collector's market for popular bead types., In nearly 400 color photos the beauty and widespread use of beads is explored. Ranging from antiquity to the modern time, Phoenician, Celtic, Viking, Venetian, African, Bavarian, Bohemian, Dutch, French, and Russian styles are presented along with the fascinating evolution of the beadmaking industry. Their varied uses as symbols, in fashion, and more controversial matters are explored. A price guide is included., A complete guide to the history and beauty of the European beadmaking industry, how glass beads are made and used, and what they're worth in today's market. The various worldwide uses of glass beads, from antiquity to the modern time, are presented in this new book, along with the fascinating evolution of the beadmaking industry. From roots in Asian and African glassmaking, the European beadmaking industry is shown to have developed in response to political and economic factors of international trade and keen businessmen who saw potential profits, 475 color photographs, illustrate the different styles uses, and patterns of glass beads that originated from or influenced the European industry. Phoenician, Celtic, Viking, Venetian, African, Bavarian, Bohemian, Dutch, French, and Russian styles that were made for symbolic, fashion, magic, and controversial uses are shown. Even today's foiled, flower, mosaic, pearl, bronze, and fancy beads are discussed and shown.As beads play an important role in ornamentation today, this book will be of interest to a wide circle of creative people. The price guide reveals the current collector's market for popular bead types., The various worldwide uses of glass beads, from antiquity to the modern time, are presented in this new book, along with the fascinating evolution of the beadmaking industry. From roots in Asian and African glassmaking, the European beadmaking industry is shown to have developed in response to political and economic factors of international trade and keen businessmen who saw potential profits, 475 color photographs, illustrate the different styles uses, and patterns of glass beads that originated from or influenced the European industry. Phoenician, Celtic, Viking, Venetian, African, Bavarian, Bohemian, Dutch, French, and Russian styles that were made for symbolic, fashion, magic, and controversial uses are shown. Even today's foiled, flower, mosaic, pearl, bronze, and fancy beads are discussed and shown. As beads play an important role in ornamentation today, this book will be of interest to a wide circle of creative people. The price guide reveals the current collector's market for popular bead types.
Publication Year1997
FormatTrade Paperback
Dewey Edition20
LC Classification NumberNK5440.B34J37 1995
Number of Pages176 pages
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- 20 May, 2024
Thriftbooks is becoming my favorite online bookstore for quality used books! They cover a wide range of topics and selection at a great price. This
Thriftbooks is becoming my favorite online bookstore for quality used books! They cover a wide range of topics and selection at a great price. This book (Glass Beads from Europe) is filled with color photos on almost every page. It contains extensive facts on beads and examples of usage.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
