Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration by Caroline De Guitaut

Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration by Caroline De Guitaut

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Explores the use of diamonds in works of art of all kinds, from personal and official jewellery and regalia to precious boxes and ceremonial swords. This title examines the special qualities of diamonds and the royal uses to which they have been put throughout the centuries.

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Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration by Caroline De Guitaut

Published to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee, this accessible history explores the use of diamonds in works of art of all kinds, from personal and official jewellery and regalia to precious boxes and ceremonial swords. It examines the special qualities of diamonds and the royal uses to which they have been put throughout the centuries; and includes newly commissioned photography in close-up detail of each piece. A beautifully illustrated publication providing an introduction to a magnificent royal inheritance.
de Guitaut, Caroline: - Caroline de Guitaut is Senior Curator of Decorative Arts at Royal Collection Trust.
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ISBN 13 9781905686421
ISBN 10 1905686420
Title Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration
Author Caroline De Guitaut
Series Souvenir Album Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Royal Collection Trust
Year published 2012-07-16
Number of pages 120
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.