Behind the Brooch, 9780764345593
Hardcover
Brooches’ hidden backsides reveal artistic secrets, messages, and surprising details.

Behind the Brooch

a closer look at backs, catches, and pin stems

$120.33

  • Hardcover

    176 pages

  • Release Date

    28 May 2014

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Summary

Behind the Brooch: Unveiling the Artist’s Secret

The focus of this book is on the side of the brooch that usually isn’t noticed: the reverse. When we encounter an attractive piece of jewelry, our instinct is to admire the front, but when we turn it around, it often reveals a secret. The author lets us in on that secret, typically only shared between the maker and the wearer.

Clever brooch makers often adorn the back with items meant to complement the front, or the backside m…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780764345593
ISBN-10:0764345591
Author:Lorena Angulo
Publisher:Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Imprint:Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:176
Release Date:28 May 2014
Weight:1.04kg
Dimensions:207mm x 232mm
About The Author

Lorena Angulo

Lorena Angulo grew up in Mexico. The time she spent there, amongst beautiful Mexican folk art, is evident in the amazing body of work she has created. All her designs start with one-of-a-kind handcrafted pieces produced at her studio in San Antonio, Texas.

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