A selection of impressive pieces by more than 180 artists, this book showcases the current trends in contemporary jewellery. New Necklaces is the third book curated by jeweller and author Nicolas Estrada. A very special selection of impressive pieces by more than 180 artists from all over the world, this book showcases the current trends in contemporary jewellery and how boundaries in concept, materials and techniques are being pushed by jewellery designers today. From those that look back to classic forms and materials to the most daring, experimental and surprising ideas, each of the 500 necklaces included in this book has something that makes it unique and relates strongly to today's social, cultural and artistic reality. With prefaces by German jeweler Julia Wild and Leo Caballero, owner of the Barcelona gallery Klimt 02, specialised in contemporary jewellers. AUTHOR: Nicolas Estrada (Medellin, 1972) studied artistic jewellery at the Escola Massana in Barcelona. He has trained in many technical areas of jewellery, as well as local traditional techniques. His works can be found in galleries around the world, from Glasgow to Riga, San Francisco or Barcelona. His pieces are handmade, personal and transgressive. As editor, Nicolas has curated New Rings (Promopress Editions, 2012) and New Earrings, (Promopress Editions, 2013) SELLING POINTS: . The only new book about contemporary necklaces in the market. The book includes works by 200 jewelry designers from more than 40 countries. . The 22 included American designers: Jessica Andersen, Donna DAquino, Teresa Faris, Chelsea Fay, Anne Fiala, Rebekah Frank, Joanna Gollberg, Sarah Hood, Kevin Hughes, Claire Kahn, Tara Locklear, Eiko Miki, Robin Mollicone, Emiko Oye, Vincent Pontillo, Todd Pownell, Biba Schutz, Marjorie Simon, Beverly Tadeu, Demitra Thomloudis, Stephanie Voegele, Emily Watson. . A chapter with biographies and artist's emails or web site addresses is included. . New paperback edition of this bestselling title. 220 colour illustrations