The Art of David Webb takes direct aim at the subject, “Is jewelry art?” That’s a question David Webb raised 60 years ago, in a news editorial he wrote, and it’s still relevant. Today, only a handful of American museums actively engage in collecting jewelry, and those that do concentrate on ancient and historic works, or jewelry not much past the Art Deco period. In this glorious new book, Ruth Peltason pairs the company’s jewelry from its earliest days to the present alongside paintings, sculpture, fashion, and architecture, proving that yes, jewelry is art. Author and jewelry historian Ruth Peltason, who has spoken at the ASJH over the years, will speak to members at the elegant David Webb salon on Wednesday, December 13th.

Ruth Peltason is a well-known and respected author, editor, jewelry historian, and lecturer. She is the author of Elizabeth Taylor: My Love Affair With Jewelry, David Webb: The Quintessential American Jeweler, and Living Jewels. She has contributed to numerous jewelry books and also created the David Webb archives for the firm. Ruth’s articles have appeared in such publications as Air Mail, Antiques, Sotheby’s, the Natural Diamond Council, and the ASJH.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase and author's signature at the event. For out-of-town members or those who cannot attend, Ruth Peltason will sign bookplates to be sent to members who have purchased the book elsewhere.