Download or read book Australian Jewellery Designers Gallery written by Australian Jewellery Designers Gallery and published by . This book was released on with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Gold Silversmithing in Western Australia written by Dorothy Erickson and published by UWA Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This definitive history of gold and silversmithing in Western Australia has been masterfully compiled by Dorothy Erickson, the first person to be awarded a PhD in Fine Arts from the University of Western Australia. Gold & Silversmithing tells the story of the Western Australia's many talented gold and silversmiths. It examines the stylistic, social, and economic milieu in which the works were created. Featuring over 500 full color photographs, Gold & Silversmithing is a beautiful coffee table book that merges fashion, history, and cultural identity.
Download or read book Australia written by and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010 with total page 618 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each information-packed page is splashed with enticing photographs of the people, animals, deserts, and ocean vistas that make the country Down Under famous the world over. Full-color maps and at-a-glance tables make it easy to sort through dining and accommodation choices.
Download or read book Australian Jewellery written by Anne Schofield and published by ACC Distribution. This book was released on 1990 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Australian Jewellery documents the styles and fashions of jewellery from European settlement, through the colonial era and the goldrush period which so quickly changed the face of Australia's social and economic history. It examines the influence of immigrant jewellers during the second half of the nineteenth century, their increasing use of locally found gold, silver and gemstones, and the incorporation of Australian flowers, plants, birds and animals as decorative motifs. Novelty and souvenir jewellery are discussed as well as the emergence of jewellers working in the Arts and Crafts tradition." -book jacket.
Download or read book Contemporary Jewellery in Australia and New Zealand written by Patricia Anderson and published by Craftsman House (AU). This book was released on 1998 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines jewelry pieces from Australia and New Zealand, providing a background to the development of this art form, and places these works in the context of the fine arts.
Download or read book Gold written by Iain McCalman and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2001-03-12 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout history, gold has been the stuff of legends, fortunes, conflict and change. The discovery of gold in Australia150 years ago precipitated enormous developments in the newly settled land. The population and economy boomed in spontaneous cities. The effects on both the environment and indigenous Aboriginal peoples have been profound and lasting. In this book, a team of prominent historians and curators have collaborated to produce an innovative cultural history of gold and its impact on the development of Australian society.
Download or read book Gold and the Modern World Economy written by Moon Joong Tcha and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-08-16 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Respected international experts such as Michael Bordo, Larry Sjaastad and Ken Clements are brought together in a wonderfully well researched new book on this most important of topics. This comprehensive, well-written book provides all you need to know about Gold and the Modern World Economy.
Download or read book The Australian Encyclopaedia written by and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Julie Blyfield written by Stephanie Radok and published by Wakefield Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Julie Blyfield is one of Australia's leading contemporary jewellers. Her work has consistently kept pace with investigations of location, identity and cross-cultural understanding, and involves an innovative engagement with traditional jewellery and metalwork techniques sourced from all over the world.
Download or read book Jewels on Crown written by Anne Schofield and published by NewSouth. This book was released on 2014-09-01 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient Roman engraved rings, eye miniatures, love tokens, an Art Deco aquamarine and diamond brooch … Anne Schofield, Australia's best-known antique jewellery expert, unlocks the cabinets in her exclusive Sydney shop in Queen Street, Woollahra and reveals the favourite pieces of jewellery she has bought, sold and collected over 50 years. World-famous designers, flamboyant aristocrats and eccentric collectors all make an appearance in this very personal book as Anne shares the fascinating stories behind a stunning array of jewellery.
Download or read book Vodka and Apple Juice written by Jay Martin and published by Fremantle Press. This book was released on 2018-09-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Jay's husband lands a diplomatic job in Warsaw, she jumps at the chance to escape a predictable life in Canberra for adventure in the heart of central Europe. From glamorous cocktail parties and dining with presidents, to snowy sleigh rides and drinking vodka in smoky bars, Jay is thrown into all that embassy life has to offer. She comes to realize that three things in Poland are certain: death, taxes, and that shop assistants won't have any change. What is less certain is whether her marriage will survive its third Polish winter.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Australia Travel Guide eBook written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2017-03-30 with total page 1439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With jumping crocs in Kakadu, elemental Uluru and Sydney's world-famous surf beaches, Australia is packed full of unforgettable adventures, and The Rough Guide to Australia will ensure you don't miss a thing. Now in its twelfth edition, The Rough Guide to Australia has been fully updated with more insider tips from Rough Guide's expert authors. Detailed full-colour maps help you negotiate the wilds of the Outback or simply find the best place for a flat white. Hand-picked itineraries and inspiring photography make planning a breeze, whether you want to swim with turtles around the Great Barrier Reef or cruise the surf-battered Great Ocean Road. Get to know the best budget-friendly bistros in Melbourne, discover Perth's craft beer scene or join a vineyard tour in the Barossa Valley with our comprehensive reviews. Adding depth to your travels, our Contexts section sheds light on Aboriginal culture, indigenous wildlife and over 40,000 years of Australian history. An indispensable travel companion, The Rough Guide to Australia will help you make the most of your trip of a lifetime.
Download or read book Forever Lasting New York written by Forever Lasting New York and published by Forever Lasting New York. This book was released on 2016-03-24 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forever Lasting New York , FELNY is a trade publication of Jewelry, Diamonds, Rare Gemstones, Antique Jewels, Important pearls and Fine Watches. As a guide book, Felny connects Jewelers/exhibitors to their buyers around the world. Manufacturers, Jewelers distributors and wholesalers are unique in their precious crafts; Forever-Lasting New York® is an available resource to the Jewelry dealers, buyers and estate Jewelry collectors. For this reason, retailers and dealers turn to Felny when buying for their stores or as independent dealers. Forever-Lasting New York, a leading resource trade publication reaches millions of buyers, dealers and distributors all over the WORLD – exposing our advertisers’ virtuoso craftsmanship. In FELNY, you will discover some of the most brilliant collectors’ Masterpieces, artistic geniuses and originality. Forever Lasting New York ® is headquartered in New York City; the Jewelry capital of the World! It has its presence in all the major jewelry shows around the globe.
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Download or read book Jewellery Stories of a Different Kind written by Rosie Nicholson and published by Grosvenor House Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-30 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an all-in-one introduction for the novice who wishes to venture into the world of buying and selling vintage costume jewellery. It's also a source of information about the popular types of jewellery you are likely to come across at auctions and markets today. Do you want to know more about the origins of acrostic jewellery and their secret messages of love? Coral, jade, Queen Elizabeth I's 'Checkers Ring' or the history behind the tiger's clavicle brooch from the days of the Raj in India? You'll find these and other interesting, amusing and informative stories about jewellery in this book. Finally, and most importantly, there's a section on the lives of some silversmiths and jewellers, the unique jewellery they designed for us to love, cherish and wear, adding to our sparkle.
Download or read book Sydney and around Rough Guides Snapshot Australia written by Rough Guides and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-05-01 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guides Snapshot Australia: Sydney and around is the ultimate travel guide to this area of Australia. It leads you through the city and surrounding region with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from Sydney Opera House to Newtown, and the Hunter Valley wineries to the Blue Mountains. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you make the most of your trip, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. The Rough Guides Snapshot Australia: Sydney and around covers the city itself and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Newcastle, the Hunter Valley, Sydney Olympic Park, Parramatta, Penrith, the Blue Mountains region, the Jenolan Caves, the Southern Highlands and the road to Canberra, the Royal National Park, Wollongong and Kiama. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Australia, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around the city and surrounding region, including transport, food, drink, costs, health, visas and outdoor activities. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Australia. The Rough Guides Snapshot Australia: Sydney and around is equivalent to 148 printed pages.
Download or read book Tea in Australia written by Peter D. Griggs and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2020-03-26 with total page 746 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before 1950, Australians were the world’s highest consumers of tea per capita. This book tells the story of how tea emerged as the national beverage in the Australian colonies during the nineteenth century, and explores why Australians consumed so much of the beverage for so long. Special attention is devoted to analysing the evolution of the Australian tea distribution network, especially the marketing strategies used by the tea traders to promote their products. Other topics examined here include the development of tea rituals such as afternoon tea and high tea and their role in Australian society, the local manufacture of teawares, the establishment of tea rooms and the emergence of a tea growing industry in Australia after 1960. The first comprehensive account of the history of tea in Australia, this book will be of particular interest to individuals interested in Australian history, economic and social history, and food history.
