Pearls: By Hubert Bari and David Lam
Posted on: August 17, 2010Janet Pytowski 1 comment so far
PEARLS, by Hubert Bari and David Lam
Skira, distributed by Rizzoli New York, 2010
Published in conjunction with the Qatar Museum Authority to coincide with an exhibition at the Museum of Islamic Art, Pearls unveils the many mysteries of this exotic gem.
This beautiful book blends historical, scientific and cultural information in a comprehensive work that recounts the fascinating story and interesting facts about pearls. My favorite tidbit… what do all pearls have in common? They don’t have sharp edges.
A must-have for all gem enthusiasts, Pearls features the rich history of the gem including the fascinating legacy surrounding Kokichi Mikimoto and Coco Chanel.
Superb 13.3 mm pearl of the imperial volute (Cymbiola imperialis) stuck to the edge of the shell. Tawi-Tawi, Philippines. Collection of the Qatar Museums Authority. © Christian Creutz, photographer
These necklaces belonging to Hussain Alfardan are the very essence of the beauty of the natural pearl. Perfectly spherical and with a superb orient, this quality of pearl catches the light and interacts with light into very subtle pastel tints. Hussain Alfardan Collection, Qatar. © Hubert Bari
Tiara commissioned from Chaumet, Paris, in 1897 by the Marquis de Keroüartz for his wife-to-be Louise d’Andigné, on the occasion of their marriage the same year. It is characterised by seven large baroque pearls that sprout from a composition of diamonds mounted on silver and gold. The tiara can be converted into a necklace. Albion Art Collection, Japan. © Albion Art Collection
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