Marcus & Co.: Three Generations of New York Jewelers
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"Marcus & Co.: Three Generations of New York Jewelers" is the definitive new volume on the legendary American jewelry firm, coauthored by Sheila Barron Smithie and Beth Carver Wees. It chronicles the firm's history from its 1892 founding to its closure in 1942. The book explores their significant role in creating Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewelry for wealthy clients like the Rockefellers, highlighting the artistic and entrepreneurial achievements of the three generations of the Marcus family. The book provides context for the development of the New York jewelry industry through significant historical events such as the Great Depression and World War II, and is lavishly illustrated with exquisite jewels, period photos, and archival design drawings.
*Each copy is signed by the authors and available exclusively at Macklowe Gallery before its wide release in mid-November.
Item #: A-22238
Artist: Beth Carver Wees and Sheila Barron Smithie
Circa: 2025
Publication: The book is published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers and was expected to be released on November 11, 2025.
Item #: A-22238
Artist: Beth Carver Wees and Sheila Barron Smithie
Circa: 2025
Publication: The book is published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers and was expected to be released on November 11, 2025.
Beth Carver Wees is a former curator at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the author of several books on jewelry. Sheila Barron Smithie is a jewelry specialist, gemologist, and appraiser for Skinner Auctioneers.
Beth Carver Wees is a former curator at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the author of several books on jewelry. Sheila Barron Smithie is a jewelry specialist, gemologist, and appraiser for Skinner Auctioneers.
