Portrait Jewels: Opulence and Intimacy from the Medici to the Romanovs

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This hardbound volume explores the historical significance and artistry of portrait jewelry from the Renaissance era through the Romanov dynasty. The cover features an elaborate gold-toned locket pendant detailed with multi-colored enamel, inset gemstones, and hanging pearls. It serves as a comprehensive reference for collectors and historians interested in the intersection of personal ornamentation and royal portraiture.

• · Authored by Diana Scarisbrick
• · Covers historical periods from the Medici to the Romanovs
• · Focuses on the craftsmanship of portrait jewelry
• · Published by Thames & Hudson