Mokumé Gane

By Ian Ferguson. Mokumé Gane is an old Japanese technique for creating patterned and colored finishes. More recently, jewelers and silversmiths have adopted and modified this technique in creating works that are attracting world-wide acclaim. Ian Ferguson recalls the history of this technique and explains the materials, equipment, and technical information needed for the process. 151 photos, all in color. Soft cover, 128 pages.