Skip to main content

Distributed for Ad Ilissvm

Liber Amicorum in Honour of Diana Scarisbrick

A Life in Jewels

Coinciding with Diana Scarisbrick’s ninety-fourth birthday, this work honors her extraordinary career as the “world’s leading jewelry historian.”

Through twenty contributions by noted scholars, Liber Amicorum explores the pioneering research accomplished by jewelry historian Diana Scarisbrick. These collected pieces celebrate both the length of Scarisbrick’s career and its wide-ranging nature, touching upon her work with everything from gems, rings, chalices, bindings, and crown jewels to contemporary jewelry production, jewel theft, and individual collections.

Throughout the book, the insightful historical research of the contributors is beautifully supported by high-quality illustrations. These bring their essays to life, highlighting the splendor and fragility of some of the objects that are discussed as each delves into the work of this eminent scholar.


8 1/4 x 10 1/4 | © 2022

Art: Art--General Studies


Paul Holberton Publishing image

View all books from Paul Holberton Publishing

Reviews

"This well-illustrated book in honour of a leading historian is a welcome addition to the literature on jewellery."

The Burlington Magazine

Be the first to know

Get the latest updates on new releases, special offers, and media highlights when you subscribe to our email lists!

Sign up here for updates about the Press