The Material Landscapes of Scotland's Jewellery Craft, 1780-1914

by Sarah Laurenson

During the long 19th century, Scotland was home to an established body of skilled jewellers who were able to access a range of materials from the country's varied natural landscape: precious gold and silver; sparkling crystals and colourful stones; freshwater pearls, shells and parts of rare animals. Following these materials on their journey from hill and shore, across the jeweller's bench and on to the bodies of wearers, this book challenges...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1501358006
• ISBN13: 9781501358005
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Visual Arts
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.8" x 9.1"