Elizabeth Gage : A Life in Jewellery

"... 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 "In this moment of renewed interest in 1990s minimalism, Elizabeth Gage’s bold gold jewelry is a refreshing reminder of the joys of maximalism." — 1stDibs 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 Her work is revered for combining historical references with a modern aesthetic and marrying strong design concepts with sublime craftsmanship.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 London’s most celebrated jewellers, this stunning monograph showcases Elizabeth Gage’s 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, Elizabeth’s love for her craft shines brightly on each page, making this a must-have for jewellery and art lovers everywhere.