Mardi Gras Treasures: Jewelry of the Golden Age
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| Rating | : | 4.83 (700 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 156554725X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
From the Publisher Final installment in the "Mardi Gras Treasures Series" looks at the artistry and craftsmanship of scepters, crowns, mantels, and krewe favors from Carnival’s Golden Age.
Must have for NOLA fans! Beautiful illustrations in this book. Makes a nice addition to the coffee table. Good gift for debutantes, Mardi Gras fans, and graduates!. Draca610 said A real treasure. Henri Schindler loves Mardi Gras arts, and I defy anyone to pick up any of his books and not come away with a great appreciation of this truly American art form. The illustrations are in color, and are are sharp and clean. And soooo many of them. This book is a visual feast. Never mind that the scepters and crowns, necklaces and bracelets are rhinestones--they are absolutely glorious. Oh, the text: intelligent, and eager to reach the reader. If you love jewelry, Mardi Gras, New Orleans. Five Stars Great book.
Mardi Gras crowns, scepters, and mantles, designed exclusively for each krewe, dazzle with brilliant rhinestones and are truly fit for a king.. As is everything related to Mardi Gras, these specially designed and crafted keepsakes are unique to the celebration and reveal the intricate detail observed in carrying out the annual tradition. Exquisite in design and craftsmanship, Mardi Gras jewelry, offered as favors by krewe members, are cherished gifts, proudly worn year after year by the lucky recipients. Final installment in the Mardi Gras Treasures Series looks at the artistry and craftsmanship of scepters, crowns, mantles, and krewe favors from Carnival's Golden Age
. Henri Schindler, a New Orleans native, is the acclaimed designer of Mardi Gras parades and balls for some of the city's most eminent societies. He is highly regarded among Carnival historians for his knowledge of the festival's rich cultural legacy, and of its forgotten artists and builders