Narrative Jewelry

Tales from the Toolbox

By Schiffer Craft | Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.

About the book

A showcase of the best of narrative jewelry from makers around the world. 

Foreword by jewelry professor and expert Jack Cunningham, PhD.

Do you have a piece of jewelry that offers a story? What story does the jewelry we own or desire tell? Why are you attracted to some pieces, but repelled by others? The answers unfold in this contemporary compendium, also featuring a foreword by jewelry professor and expert Jack Cunningham, PhD, and text by artists Jo Pond and Dauvit Alexander (The Justified Sinner).

Featuring 450 full-color photos and 241 of the world’s foremost narrative jewelry makers, this book showcases the best of what today's makers, ranging from newly graduated students to the luminaries of the jewelry world, have to offer us: jewelry that's designed to evoke a range of thoughts and feelings.

The makers and images selected for this book are a broad representation of the genre of narrative jewelry, and offer a fascinating look for anyone who wears, collects, or has an interest in jewelry or design.

Editions of Narrative Jewelry

Hardcover
ISBN 9780764354144

Read an Excerpt

A showcase of the best of narrative jewelry from makers around the world. 

Foreword by jewelry professor and expert Jack Cunningham, PhD.

Do you have a piece of jewelry that offers a story? What story does the jewelry we own or desire tell? Why are you attracted to some pieces, but repelled by others? The answers unfold in this contemporary compendium, also featuring a foreword by jewelry professor and expert Jack Cunningham, PhD, and text by artists Jo Pond and Dauvit Alexander (The Justified Sinner).

Featuring 450 full-color photos and 241 of the world’s foremost narrative jewelry makers, this book showcases the best of what today's makers, ranging from newly graduated students to the luminaries of the jewelry world, have to offer us: jewelry that's designed to evoke a range of thoughts and feelings.

The makers and images selected for this book are a broad representation of the genre of narrative jewelry, and offer a fascinating look for anyone who wears, collects, or has an interest in jewelry or design.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Narrative Jewelry about?

A showcase of the best of narrative jewelry from makers around the world. 

Foreword by jewelry professor and expert Jack Cunningham, PhD.

Do you have a piece of jewelry that offers a story? What story does the jewelry we own or desire tell? Why are you attracted to some pieces, but repelled by others? The answers unfold in this contemporary compendium, also featuring a foreword by jewelry professor and expert Jack Cunningham, PhD, and text by artists Jo Pond and Dauvit Alexander (The Justified Sinner).

Featuring 450 full-color photos and 241 of the world’s foremost narrative jewelry makers, this book showcases the best of what today's makers, ranging from newly graduated students to the luminaries of the jewelry world, have to offer us: jewelry that's designed to evoke a range of thoughts and feelings.

The makers and images selected for this book are a broad representation of the genre of narrative jewelry, and offer a fascinating look for anyone who wears, collects, or has an interest in jewelry or design.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Narrative Jewelry?

The Arts > The Arts: art forms > Non-graphic and electronic art forms > Precious metal, precious stones and jewellery: artworks and design

Where can I read a sample of Narrative Jewelry?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780764354144

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Narrative Jewelry?

Schiffer Craft

Who is the Publisher of the book Narrative Jewelry?

Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Narrative Jewelry is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780764354144)

Where can I buy Narrative Jewelry online or support local independent bookshops?

You can buy Narrative Jewelry from below

Where can I buy Narrative Jewelry?