Now available in paperback, this book devotes itself exclusively to rings, considering them thematically rather than chronologically. The author, a world expert, has rich historical and literary knowledge. As she considers rings in all their forms she makes us delight in them as works of art, and makes their context come alive through paintings, drawings and vivid quotations.

The first book devoted exclusively to rings, considering them thematically rather than chronologically

About the Author
Diana Scarisbrick is an art historian specializing in the history of engraved gems and jewelry. Her publications include Rings: Jewelry of Power, Love and Loyalty and Portrait Jewels: Opulence and Intimacy from the Medici to the Romanovs, and (as co-author) Elihu Yale: Merchant, Collector & Patron, all published by Thames & Hudson.

Reviews
'A fascinating book that's equal parts eye-candy and wow-inducing art-history lesson' - Art Jewelry
'An essential guide' - Harper's Bazaar
'... makes us delight in them as works of art, and makes their context come alive through paintings, drawings and vivid quotation' - Antiques Info



Book Information
ISBN 9780500291122
Author Diana Scarisbrick
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Weight(grams) 1550g