Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry

This 2nd edition Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry by Carole Tanenbaum and Eve Townsend offers a concise history of one of North America's foremost designers of high-end costume jewelry. Founded in New York City by Henry Schreiner in 1932, the house is known for its unusual color combinations, handmade settings and custom-made stones, which set its pieces apart from their contemporaries. For thousands of collectors of Schreiner worldwide, this book provides valuable insight into their collections with anecdotes from the family itself. With hundreds of breathtaking photographs, this volume examines not only the cultural context and significance of Schreiner jewelry but also offers object-based analyses and archival documentation of various Schreiner pieces. Details: Hardcover, 228 pages, 9"x9", 2nd Edition. Signed by Carole Tanenbaum.