Over 300 spectacular pendants, combs, buckles, rings, bracelets, brooches, umbrella handles, penknives, buttons, clasps, and scissors in detailed photographs reprinted from rare, turn-of-the-century folio. Elegant, copyright-free illustrations exquisitely detailed with flower, foliage and butterfly motifs. Readily adaptable to any design use.
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The Jewelry Engravers Manual by R. Allen Hardy, John J. Bowman Comprehensive practical manual teaches every step of the engraving process: initials and inscriptions, monograms, decoration and embellishment, more. Also includes care and maintenance of tools. Ideal for beginners. 89 illustrations.
Art Nouveau Fantasy Animal Jewelry Designs by B. Krieger Over 600 bizarre designs of birdlike creatures, strange aquatic animals, peculiar insects, winged snakes, and other fantastic fauna for royalty-free use by designers and craftworkers.
The Jewelry Repair Manual by R. Allen Hardy Clear, step-by-step directions for cleaning and repairing jewelry, and setting stones. Tools and equipment, ultrasonics, steaming, electroplating, more. 268 illustrations.
Art Nouveau Stencil Designs in Color by A. Charayron, Leon Durand This rare collection of decorative stenciling in the Art Nouveau style is a unique treasury of ideas. Colorful illustrations showcase panels, friezes, and walls, embellished with lovely images — from wild roses, seagulls, and geese to children playing.
