Tiaras: Past and Present

Tiaras: Past and Present

Any woman who's ever wanted to be queen for a day understands the appeal of that most magnificently impractical of accessories, the tiara. Once an aristocratic status symbol, more recently seen mainly in the bridal trousseau, the tiara today is enjoying a tongue-in-cheek style revival. In this gem of a book, Geoffrey Munn, jeweler by appointment to the British monarchy, presents both classic and contemporary interpretations of diadems and headdresses spanning two centuries. The featured designers include Cartier, Boucheron, Van Cleef, and Versace. From priceless pieces commissioned by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria to a punk-rock acrylic creation by Vivienne Westwood, the sumptuous photos and accompanying histories are sure to thrill royal watchers and riot grrls alike. Tiaras: Past & Present is published to accompany an exhibition, curated by the author, at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

Country	USA
Author	Geoffrey Munn
Binding	Hardcover
Brand	Brand: Victoria n Albert Museum
EAN	9780810965942
Edition	Presumed First Edition
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
ISBN	0810965941
Label	Victoria & Albert Museum
Manufacturer	Victoria & Albert Museum
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	128
PublicationDate	2002-03-01
Publisher	Victoria & Albert Museum
Studio	Victoria & Albert Museum
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

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