From bronze Age to nowadays jewellery, four millennia of inventiveness in jewellery are unveiled. 4700 years studied, 22 museums, jewelers & contributors from 30 countries, and illustrated with unpublished photographs. The operation of an egyptian clasp as "young" as 4000 years and the historical origin of the box clasp will be unveiled for the very first time.

Small defect on the back cover, photo upon request. Email arts@letubooks.com