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| Cover: From Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS |
The fabulous new book, Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, by Carole Tanenbaum and Eve Townsend copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS, is a luxurious treat for jewelry lovers like myself or anyone who is interested in the wondrous art of jewelry-making. This is a book that presents the intriguing history of one of North America's foremost designers of high-end costume jewelry, which is one of the most collectible brands to this day.
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| From Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS |
Schreiner costume jewelry began in New York City in 1932, created by Henry Schreiner and the business thrived for years, well into the 1970s. During the 1950s, the family business prospered under the leadership of Henry’s daughter. Schreiner's gorgeous creations, with their handmade settings, unusual color combinations, and use of custom-made stones set them apart from their contemporaries. The story of Schreiner is one that stretches from the years of the Great Depression through to the rise of the American ready-to-wear industry. The expansive array of pieces is absolutely breathtaking and every piece has a timeless quality.
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| From Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS |
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| From Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS |
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| From Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS |
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| From Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS |
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| From Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry, copyright © 2017, published by G ARTS |
My love for jewelry goes back to when I was a little girl. I loved to look through my mother's jewelry box. I would try my best to put every brooch, earring, and necklace available on all at once and then I would do a "dramatic reading" as I gazed into the mirror, as if I were an actress. When I wasn't "acting", I loved to draw and the things that I loved to draw were pieces of jewelry. Before I read this book, I wasn't aware of Schreiner jewelry, but I am definitely a fan now. The thing that struck me instantly when I opened the book was the variety of colors and the unusual color combinations which Schreiner is famous for. Seeing these beautiful pieces of elegant costume jewelry was like seeing what I wanted my drawings to look like, finally come to life. Schreiner jewelry is truly extraordinary!
As I mentioned earlier, I love the creativity of fashion and this lovely book about Schreiner costume jewelry has invigorated me. Carole Tanenbaum and Eve Townsend have written a book that gives readers a wonderful history lesson about an amazing family and the beautiful jewelry that they created. I adore this book! Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry will be a constant companion for me as I learn more about this exquisite jewelry. This great book is an excellent guide for those like myself who are new to Schreiner and for those who are already collectors worldwide. There is great insight into the Schreiner collections provided by the family also, along with amazing photographs. This is a gorgeous book to give as a gift or as an absolute treat for yourself!
Schreiner: Masters of Twentieth-Century Costume Jewelry by Carole Tanenbaum and Eve Townsend, © 2017, published by G ARTS is available here.
About the authors:
Carole Tanenbaum is an enthusiastic collector who—over the course of thirty years—turned her passion for vintage costume jewelry into a worldwide business. Her first book Fabulous Fakes enlightened collectors and fashionistas alike. Carole lives in Toronto with her husband and family.
Eve Townsend holds an MA in Fashion from Ryerson University, where her research focused on the history of costume jewelry and its relation to the democratization of fashion. She continues to research, write, and lecture about jewelry and fashions from the Victorian era to today. She resides in Toronto.
*Disclosure: I was sent a copy of this book for review. All opinions are mine.
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