Cameos: Old and New

From ancient times to the present, cameos have captivated artists as a unique medium in which to capture and reflect the history, literature and legends of every age. And today, the allure of the cameo is attracting a new generation of collectors, connoisseurs, artists and appraisers fascinated by their multidimensional beauty. This latest edition of Cameos Old & New provides updated information and many new cameo photographs designed to enable the collector, appraiser, dealer or interested buyer to recognize and evaluate quality and value in cameos, including:
• Key factors affecting the value of a cameo
• A guide to cameos sold at auction, including photographs and prices
• How to buy cameos from the retail jeweler, at auction or through an antiques dealer
• Cameo artists today, and how they are keeping the art of cameo cutting alive

The only book of its kind, Cameos Old & New provides a comprehensive reference for anyone interested in cameos, including information on how to:
• Build and care for a cameo collection
• Develop an eye for quality and an appreciation of cameos as art
• Detect genuine cameos from synthetics and imitations
• "Circa date" cameos to differentiate old cameos from new
• Distinguish ultrasonically-produced cameos from hand-carved pieces
• Avoid the major pitfall—the purchase of mediocre pieces, fakes and forgeries

Author: Anna M. Miller
Publisher: Gemstone Press
Extra Details: Pictorial Card Cover 6 x 9 inches, 274 Pages, Lavishly illustrated with Colour and B&W photos throughout