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Christie's: The Jewellery Archives Revealed (Book)

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A beautifully illustrated hardback book which is now out of print. Which brings together the stories of some of the world's greatest jewellery collections which have lain hidden within the archives of Christie's, the celebrated auction house. From tragic Queens including - France, Russia, Persia, Egypt, India, Spain and also Princess Margaret, to Hollywood royalty such as Elizabeth Taylor and Gloria Swanson and some of the queens of society, author Vincent Meylan explores these remarkable jewellery archives, revealing the mysteries within for the first time. He has drawn out the key details of each sale and reproduced more than a hundred original documents alongside hundreds of colour illustrations. 359 pages.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 10 in (254 mm)Depth: 1.25 in (31.75 mm)
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2016
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Yorkshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU48511842662

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