Legacy: Jewelry Techniques of West Africa

Legacy: Jewelry Techniques of West Africa, by Matthieu Cheminée, reveals how West African jewelers, armed with little more than an anvil and a small box of tools, cultivated a distinctive style in silver and gold that the world recognizes today. This authoritative guide blends history and craft to illuminate the methods, motifs, and cultural context behind timeless wearable art. Its narrative thread ties craft to culture, making it essential reading.

• Deep technique coverage: traditional silversmithing and goldsmithing methods
• Design focus: regional motifs, forms, and the evolution of aesthetics
• Practical insight: how tools, materials, and workflows shape outcomes
• Audience: valuable for researchers, students, and designers exploring historic jewelry
• Contextual insight: connections between material culture and regional trade

Discover how craftsmanship meets cultural heritage, and gain a richer understanding of West African jewelry techniques for study or inspiration. Add this essential reference to your library today and begin your exploration.