Elizabeth Gage
A Life in Jewellery
Format:Hardback
Publisher:ACC Art Books
Published:27th Jan '26
Should be back in stock very soon

"... a must-read for the consummate jewelry and design enthusiast." — Duly Noted
"Lavishly illustrated with stories, archival sketches and photographs, it is as bold as the jewellery itself." — Country Life Magazine
"In this moment of renewed interest in 1990s minimalism, Elizabeth Gage’s bold gold jewelry is a refreshing reminder of the joys of maximalism." — 1stDibs
Elizabeth Gage MBE has enjoyed a glittering career as the brilliant mind behind some of the greatest jewellery designs of the past 60 years. Her work is revered for combining historical references with a modern aesthetic and marrying strong design concepts with sublime craftsmanship. Telling the story of her rise to become one of London’s most celebrated jewellers, this stunning monograph showcases Elizabeth Gage’s finest handmade creations, including gold rings, necklaces and earrings, bracelets shaped like autumn leaves, tourmaline cabochons engraved with trees, diamond-studded fish carrying pearls in their tails and Roman coins set in agate coat pins.
Featured in the permanent collection of the V&A and exhibited around the world, her pieces have been worn by the likes of Jackie Kennedy and Lauren Bacall and treasured, according to The New York Times, by those seeking greater ‘strength, originality, storytelling.’
Winner of multiple prestigious awards, Elizabeth’s love for her craft shines brightly on each page, making this a must-have for jewellery and art lovers everywhere.
"A book celebrating the 50-year-plus career of the well-known jeweller. From Roman coins set in agate to diamond-studded fish and sculptural gold forms, Gage's designs are inspired by nature and mythology. The book is filled with colour illustrations detailing how she combines historical references with a modern aesthetic. William Grant has written two other biographies on British jewellers Andrew Grima and Cora Sheibani." - The Antiques Trade Gazette
"""ACC Art Books chronicles the life and times of Britain’s most iconic jewelry designer in the book, Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery. The 146-page edition traces the fearless journey of a pioneering female artist who reshaped modern jewelry design."" ""For over six decades now, Elizabeth Gage’s jewelry has been known to spark conversation and make friends. For collectors with an eye for fine jewelry, her designs are instantly recognizable."" ""Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery is a must-read for the consummate jewelry and design enthusiast.""" - Duly Noted
"""To boldly go A LIFE IN JEWELLERY is a new biography by William Grant delving into the story of British jeweller Elizabeth Gage, who is celebrating more than 60 years in the business."" ""Renowned for colour and sculptural designs (her cabochon-cut stones are no stranger to these pages), it charts her meteoric rise in a maledominated industry, from the ‘aha!’ moment in the British Museum, where a display of ancient, hammered gold rings led her to train as a goldsmith, to early trade shows, breakthrough commissions and the awards amassed along the way—including an MBE in recognition of her services to the British jewellery industry in 2017. Lavishly illustrated with stories, archival sketches and photographs, it is as bold as the jewellery itself.""" - Country Life Magazine
"""British jeweler Elizabeth Gage has built her designs on “bold, statement pieces,” blending historical inspiration with exquisite craftsmanship. The new book Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery presents highlights from her six decades of creative work."" ""Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery looks back on her extraordinary creative career, presenting not only her most iconic handmade pieces but also her distinctive artistic journey—independent of trends."" ""Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery traces her journey from opening her first shop at age 29 to her prolific output over six decades, demonstrating how jewelry can transcend trends and become a timeless expression of life.""" - NuYou
"""The publication of Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery by ACC Art Books marks a defining moment in this remarkable career. Part memoir, part visual archive, the volume offers an intimate reflection on a life spent at the jeweller’s bench, tracing the evolution of a design language that has remained resolutely independent."" ""It is both a celebration of craftsmanship and a testament to the enduring appeal of jewellery made without compromise.""" - Country Life
"""In this moment of renewed interest in 1990s minimalism, Elizabeth Gage’s bold gold jewelry is a refreshing reminder of the joys of maximalism."" ""To examine her work is to appreciate the craft of goldsmithing and a creator with a distinct point of view — one I immersed myself in while poring through the recently published Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery (ACC Art Books). What caught my eye in particular were the British designer’s rings, like this striking gold and lapis lazuli example, offered on 1stDibs by Treasure Fine Jewelry."" ""During her 60-year career, Gage has become known for certain trademark designs, like her Agincourt, Templar and Zodiac collections. She is also famed for her experimentation, and in this piece, she plays with unexpected elements.""" - 1st Dibs
ISBN: 9781788843492
Dimensions: 280mm x 240mm x 20mm
Weight: 1280g
192 pages