Understanding Jewellery

The 20th Century

Daniela Mascetti, David Bennett

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ACC Art Books
01 February 2022

Precious metal & precious stones: artworks & design; Photographs: collections; Antiques & collectables: jewellery; Gift books

Understanding Jewellery, by authors David Bennett and Daniela Mascetti, is often described as the must-have jewellery book of our time a 'Bible' in the jewellery trade.

First published in 1989, it has remained in print ever since, amassing a loyal following of devotees who admire its detailed information and stunning imagery. In this new work, Bennett and Mascetti have taken the original concept of Understanding Jewellery a stage further. Now, with the benefit of 20 years of hindsight, they have concentrated on the 20th century alone by conducting a detailed survey of each decade, identifying the key players, trends and movements. The book is an encyclopedic history of the various forms, techniques and materials employed by the companies and individuals who defined jewellery in the 20th century. Most significantly, this book includes a new set of photographs, which make Understanding Jewellery: The Twentieth Century one of the most dazzling, absorbing and varied collection of jewellery images ever assembled in a book. This large format hardback volume is a perfect gift for all lovers of jewellery and the definitive guide for those who desire a deeper understanding of the subject.

AUTHORS: David Bennett is the Worldwide Chairman of Sotheby's International Jewellery Division and the Chairman of Sotheby's Switzerland. He has sold four out of the five most expensive jewels in auction history. Having worked as an auctioneer at the firm since 1978, Bennett is renowned internationally as an authority on jewellery. He played a key role in numerous illustrious sales, such as the 'Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor' (1987), a tiara from the Collection of Princess Katharina Henckel von Donnersmarck (2011) and Henry IV of France's Beau Sancy (2012).

Daniela Mascetti is Sotheby's Chairman of Jewellery in Europe. She joined Sotheby's in 1980, opening the firm's Milan-based department. She is one of Sotheby's most experienced scholars in the history of jewellery, and has collaborated extensively in the sales of historic collections. Her research has assisted with several notable auctions, from The Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor to the collections of Elton John and Gina Lollobrigida.

SELLING POINTS: .

An exciting new reference work on 20th century jewellery .

Provides a detailed history of jewellery design and development from 1900 to 2000 .

Over 500 new, high quality, full colour photographs .

The perfect gift for jewellery lovers, scholars and professionals

By: Daniela Mascetti, David Bennett
Imprint: ACC Art Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 325mm, Width: 275mm,
Weight: 3.244kg
ISBN: 9781788841207
ISBN 10: 1788841204
Pages: 300
Publication Date: 01 February 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Regarded internationally as a leading authority in the field of precious stones and jewellery, David Bennett spent 42 years in the role of Worldwide Chairman of Sotheby's jewellery division, a post he held until 2020. During his prestigious career, David sold three of the five most-expensive jewels in auction history, as well as seven 100-carat diamonds, earning him the nickname the ‘100-carat man’. David has also presided over many legendary, record-breaking auctions, such as the Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor (1987), The Princely Collections of Thurn und Taxis (1992) and Royal Jewels from the Bourbon-Parma Family (2018). Daniela Mascetti is one of the jewellery world's most experienced scholars specialising in the history of jewellery. Daniela joined Sotheby’s in 1980, opening the firm’s jewellery department in Milan shortly afterwards. Following a distinguished career of 40 years at Sotheby’s, she was appointed Jewellery Chairman of Europe, a position she retained until 2020. Highlights from Daniela's distinguished career include research for the sales of historic collections such as the Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor (1987), The Princely Collections of Thurn und Taxis (1992), Elton John, Maria Callas and Gina Lollobrigida.

Reviews for Understanding Jewellery: The 20th Century

[A] beautifully illustrated book by David Bennett and Daniela Mascetti... - Phyllis Schiller, Rapaport Understanding The Jewellery is a love letter to glorious pieces from the last hundred years. - M. J. Rose, The Adventurine An enjoyably scholarly romp through the past and a feast for the eyes for the novice and the consummate jewelry fan and collector. - Beth Bernstein,, Forbes The new volume covers the most distinguished designers of the 20th century-including Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Bulgari, and Tiffany & Co.-and is sure to be a reference for years to come. - Victoria Gomelsky, JCK A must-have coffee table book for jewellery aficionados, ACC ART BOOKS' new Understanding Jewellery: The 20th Century offers a comprehensive overview of the brands, trends and techniques that defined the jewellery world in the century past. - Elisa Vallata, Departures International