Customer Reviews

Artistic Luxury: Faberge, Tiffany, Lalique

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While money might not necessarily buy happiness, it undoubtedly can lead to pleasure. One can but envy those with the funds to possess some of the fantastic objects displayed in this splendid book. A vast array of decorative art is on view; items such as glassware, jewelry, furniture,lamps,silverware and imperial eggs. Definitely a gorgeous display of artistic luxury!

Apart from the many photographs, the text of this volume is unusually interesting. There are a number of articles detailing the history of Faberge, Tiffany and Lalique. There is also coverage of other topics such as modernism, financial royalty, the French crown jewels, theatre and noted contemporary designers.

The photographic and printing quality are excellent and this reasonably priced book is sure to give ongoing pleasure. If you cannot have the real thing, good reproductions are somewhat of a consolation!

I was fortunate enough to go to the Cleveland Museum of Art's exhibit of these amazing pieces. Owning the book is like visiting it again and again. It is so thorough and with so much information, I go through it almost every day.

...which is, unfortunately, a little light on the pictures and photos in general. You do get to see some exceptional pieces and good photography to be sure, however, I would have preferred at least 30-40 more images, instead of the interminably long text.

A single picture unveils a lot more than words ever could, no matter how beautifully and eloquently they are written. Then again, it is still a great book to add to your collection.

Book is in great condition (as posted). Anyone who is interested in a period jewelry will enjoy it. Unusual combination of subjects falls in to place ones start reading it.