Harry Winston
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| Rating | : | 4.67 (598 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0847837890 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 289 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-11-04 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Too Few Examples of the Masterpieces First off, let me say that I have a large collection of books on jewelry, as well as auction catalogs, so I'm quite familiar with the work of Harry Winston, and have seen many of the truly astounding pieces that have come out of that revered house.Where are they in this book?!The book itself is what you would expect from a high . Disappointing Unfortunatley, this is the mostly disappointing book! It contains all the photos and pictures that we have seen before on multiple occasions! There is nothing new and interesting, the most fascinating masterpieces by Harry Winston were omittied, but all unnecessary stuff was included. I find no pleasure in wathching innumerable . Gliglu said Harry Winston. I thought it would have more historical jewels. I was disapointed. However if one is looking for a book simply on jewelry it is a good book with great pictures.
Harry Winston has salons in international cosmopolitan locations, including New York, Los Angeles, London, and Hong Kong. Harry Winston is America’s premier diamond specialist. Founded by Harry Winston in 1932, the company is a favorite of royalty and celebrities, and its designs are seen on red carpets all over the globe. André Leon Talley is a contributing editor to Vogue.
Winston revolutionized modern jewelry design by buying great collections of estate jewels and transforming precious stones into jewelry pieces that appealed to contemporary customers. Harry Winston opened his doors in New York in 1932 and soon rose to the top of the international diamond industry. This book showcases Winston’s most exquisite jewels and jewelry in captivating advertising campaigns, historic images, and celebrity photos, as well as showing the important stones with which the company has worked, including the Hope, Lesotho, and Vargas diamonds. A look through the sparkling history of Harry Winston, “King of Diamonds.” From the legacy of the Hope Diamond to “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend”, and from runways and red carpets to presidential inaugural balls, Harry Winston jewels are icons of international glamour. Featuring archi
A refined collection of vintage and contemporary advertising campaigns, historic images, and sophisticated celebrity fanshighlight Winston's legendary glamour and enduring wearability." Gotham Magazine. "The iconic jeweler to the stars celebrates 80 years with a retrospective featuring brilliant diamonds and signature Harry Winston designs, as well as their sparkling role in the lives of the rich, famous, and royal" Brides"Harry Winston brings the dazzling world of the illustrious jeweler to life