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New Delhi: Timeless Books, 2008. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. 1st Edition. 215mm x 270mm. Jacket has moderate wear and some staining to rear. Small tape remnants to white verso of jacket. No tears. Book very clean. Binding tight. 128pp Indian Country jewellery is among the most sumptuous and finely wrought in the world, while the subcontinents folk jewellery abounds in stunningly bold and powerful designs. The wide availability of gemstones, the centuriesold traditions of craftsmanship and the customs of a culture steeped in religion and symbolism all make for a wealth of adornment, to complement the rich textiles and bright colours of Indian dress. The V&As collection is unparalleled in its size and range, comprising over 4,000 pieces and, owing largely to the scale of collecting in the second half of the nineteenth century, it is uniquely positioned to illustrate the remarkable diversity of materials used in Indian jeweler and the distinctive skills of its makers. It also serves as an important…
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- Title Indian Jewellery
- Author Barnard, Nick
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition First Edition
- Pages 128p., Plates; Maps; Notes; Bibl
- Language ENG
- Publisher Timeless Books, London, UK
- Date 2008
- ISBN 9788189497132
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Indian Jewellery
by Nick Barnard
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- 9788189497132 / 8189497138
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