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  • Formaat: Hardback, 192 pages, kõrgus x laius x paksus: 280x240x20 mm, kaal: 1280 g, 5 Illustrations, black and white; 191 Illustrations, color
  • Ilmumisaeg: 27-Jan-2026
  • Kirjastus: ACC Art Books
  • ISBN-10: 1788843495
  • ISBN-13: 9781788843492
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  • Formaat: Hardback, 192 pages, kõrgus x laius x paksus: 280x240x20 mm, kaal: 1280 g, 5 Illustrations, black and white; 191 Illustrations, color
  • Ilmumisaeg: 27-Jan-2026
  • Kirjastus: ACC Art Books
  • ISBN-10: 1788843495
  • ISBN-13: 9781788843492
"... a must-read for the consummate jewelry and design enthusiast." Duly Noted



"Lavishly illustrated with stories, archival sketches and photographs, it is as bold as the jewellery itself." Country Life Magazine



Elizabeth Gage MBE has enjoyed a glittering career as the brilliant mind behind some of the greatest jewellery designs of the past 60 years. Her work is revered for combining historical references with a modern aesthetic and marrying strong design concepts with sublime craftsmanship. Telling the story of her rise to become one of Londons most celebrated jewellers, this stunning monograph showcases Elizabeth Gages finest handmade creations, including gold rings, necklaces and earrings, bracelets shaped like autumn leaves, tourmaline cabochons engraved with trees, diamond-studded fish carrying pearls in their tails and Roman coins set in agate coat pins.



Featured in the permanent collection of the V&A and exhibited around the world, her pieces have been worn by the likes of Jackie Kennedy and Lauren Bacall and treasured, according to The New York Times, by those seeking greater strength, originality, storytelling.



Winner of multiple prestigious awards, Elizabeths love for her craft shines brightly on each page, making this a must-have for jewellery and art lovers everywhere.

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"A book celebrating the 50-year-plus career of the well-known jeweller. From Roman coins set in agate to diamond-studded fish and sculptural gold forms, Gage's designs are inspired by nature and mythology. The book is filled with colour illustrations detailing how she combines historical references with a modern aesthetic. William Grant has written two other biographies on British jewellers Andrew Grima and Cora Sheibani." - The Antiques Trade Gazette """ACC Art Books chronicles the life and times of Britains most iconic jewelry designer in the book, Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery. The 146-page edition traces the fearless journey of a pioneering female artist who reshaped modern jewelry design.""

""For over six decades now, Elizabeth Gages jewelry has been known to spark conversation and make friends. For collectors with an eye for fine jewelry, her designs are instantly recognizable.""

""Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery is a must-read for the consummate jewelry and design enthusiast.""" - Duly Noted """To boldly go A LIFE IN JEWELLERY is a new biography by William Grant delving into the story of British jeweller Elizabeth Gage, who is celebrating more than 60 years in the business.""

""Renowned for colour and sculptural designs (her cabochon-cut stones are no stranger to these pages), it charts her meteoric rise in a maledominated industry, from the aha! moment in the British Museum, where a display of ancient, hammered gold rings led her to train as a goldsmith, to early trade shows, breakthrough commissions and the awards amassed along the wayincluding an MBE in recognition of her services to the British jewellery industry in 2017. Lavishly illustrated with stories, archival sketches and photographs, it is as bold as the jewellery itself.""" - Country Life Magazine """British jeweler Elizabeth Gage has built her designs on bold, statement pieces, blending historical inspiration with exquisite craftsmanship. The new book Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery presents highlights from her six decades of creative work.""

""Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery looks back on her extraordinary creative career, presenting not only her most iconic handmade pieces but also her distinctive artistic journeyindependent of trends.""

""Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery traces her journey from opening her first shop at age 29 to her prolific output over six decades, demonstrating how jewelry can transcend trends and become a timeless expression of life.""" - NuYou

Introduction 4
Chapter 1 Childhood 6
Chapter 2 Finding a Vocation 16
Chapter 3 Establishing the Business 24
Chapter 4 Collections 40
The Classics 42
Coins and Artefacts 56
Intaglios and Cameos 76
Natures Invasion 86
Jewels of the Sea 104
A Jewelled Garden 116
Carved and Coloured Stones 130
Chapter 5 Design Philosophy and Legacy 146
Appendix Painted Designs 158
Acknowledgements 191
William Grant is the author of two biographies on British jewellery designers both published by ACC Art Books: Andrew Grima - The Father of Modern Jewellery and Cora Sheibani - Jewels. Born in 1964, Grant is married to Jojo Grima, whose late husband is the subject of his first book.