Out now in Chinese: Understanding Jewellery
We are thrilled to announce that Understanding Jewellery is now available in a Chinese language version.
Understanding Jewellery was first published in 1989 and since then it’s been translated and published in several languages, among these, Hungarian, Russian and Japanese. Understanding Jewellery is very excited to be bringing Understanding Jewellery, the reference work, to a brand new Chinese speaking audience and the timing feels particularly auspicious.
Interestingly, in the instance of the publication of a Japanese language version, the event coincided with an increased awareness of and the desire to participate in the vintage sector of the international jewellery market – an area previously under-considered and not valued as it is in Europe and North America.
A similar phenomenon is taking place in China, in recent years interest has focused on the history of jewellery and the evolution of design. Active and inquisitive jewellery collectors of Western jewels are starting to emerge and they want to find out about and understand their acquistions. The Chinese language version of Understanding Jewellery is therefore uniquely placed as a respected work to satisfy this demand for education in jewellery, which we’ve seen developing in China from around 2019.
The next inevitable step is for Understanding Jewellery to visit China, and a tour to key locations later in the year featuring lectures, Q&A sessions and interviews, is currently in the stages of planning.
Stay tuned to find out more as we reveal the itinerary.
To purchase the Chinese language version of Understanding Jewellery, visit here