L''imaginaire Lalique emprunte beaucoup au theme de l''eau. Sirenes, poissons, libellules, grenouilles... se retrouvent aussi bien dans les bijoux, que dans les arts de la table, les vases, les statuettes...Ce hors-serie, qui accompagne lexposition du musee Lalique de Wingen-sur-Moder, permet de faire le lien entre les sources dinspiration et les creations Lalique mais aussi de faire un voyage dans un univers enchanteur...
Este léxico (según el título original en francés) o vocabulario, como se tradujo en español, es un compendio enciclopédico de los principales términos del mundo del arte. Aquí editamos la traducción de Jose Ramon Melida, y anota mas de 600 voces. La obra va adornada con una gran cantidad de ilustraciones originales del propio J. Adeline.
he propagation of Shepard Faireys art has by now gained a global scope. With his highly recognisable style reminiscent of mid-20th century political propaganda a bold colour palette of mostly red tones and chunky graphics he is often considered the forefather of the street art movement, and combines subversive, sharp commentary with monumental, repetitive images. Stickers, posters, murals, and more fall within the realm of Faireys art. This massive catalogue offers a wide selection of works, reviewing his more than 25-year career while tracing an artistic trajectory influenced by music, politics, and environmental issues. Includes a text by fellow urban artist D*Face
An illustrated history of jewel encrusted crowns through to the current head ornaments adorning actresses, rock stars and brides.Tiaras, now available for the first time in paperback, is a sparking celebration of these beautiful jewels. Featuring diadems, wreaths and head-dresses ranging from delicate antique pieces to contemporary designs, this jewel of a book is a delight for anyone interested in fashion and precious gems. Geoffrey Munn traces the history of the tiara, illustrated with striking examples by famous designers such as Faberge, Cartier, Versace and Westwood.Originally worn by royal and aristocratic ladies as symbols of status and by brides as symbols of love, tiaras are now enjoying a revival as a fashion statement.
Poring through the beautiful images in this exquisite gallery of earrings is like stepping inside a jewelry store filled with remarkable pieces from the finest contemporary jewelers. Juried by award-winning designer Alan Revere, the earrings range from the classic to the avant-garde, and come from an international array of artists, including Cynthia Eid, Rachelle Thiewes, and Jeff and Susan Wise. Their materials include not only traditional gold, sterling silver, copper, and wire, but also more unusual items such as glass, plastic, porcelain, and paper. The earrings are forged, soldered, chased, and cast, with surface embellishments that run the gamut from enamel and metal foils to patinas and inlay. Expert jewelers, students, artists, and everyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship will enjoy this collection.
George Brant Bridgman; Howard SimonProvides instructions on drawing the human figure. An indispensable volume...published for the first time in paperback....More than 200 illustrations of hands and hundreds of images of arms, shoulders, heads, torsos, legs, knees, and feet. Library Journal. It will...meet a deeply felt need to draw the human figure from a vantage point of understanding and visual acuity.Arts & Activities.
