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Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.
Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.
Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.
Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.
Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.
Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.
Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.
Antiques Roadshow presenter Geoffrey Munn in black sweater, smiling at the camera, on cover of 'A Touch of Gold', by ACC Art Books.

A Touch of Gold

The Reminiscences of Geoffrey Munn

By (author) Geoffrey Munn

$35.00

  • The life and work of Antiques Roadshow presenter and jewelry expert Geoffrey Munn
  • A witty and star-studded memoir that recounts Munn’s journey from rural England to the heights of the art world
  • Contains Munn’s encounters with royalty and celebrities, from HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby to Elton John
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“His is a warm, charming page turner of an autobiography: from start to finish full of fascinating characters, incredible and amusing anecdotes, self-effacing humour and wry asides, beautifully detailed observations and, of course, stuffed with great nuggets of jewellery and art history.” — The Jeweller Magazine

“In this dazzling memoir revealing his encounters with royal and celebrity clients including the Queen Mother, Sir Elton John, Dame Joanna Lumley and Frank Sinatra, Antiques Roadshow presenter and jewellery expert Geoffrey Munn reflects on his stellar career, having spent more than five decades bejewelling some of the biggest names in the world.” — Hello!

“In this colourful and witty narrative, Geoffrey Munn, OBE, MVO, FSA, FLS, best known as a presenter on BBC’s Antiques Roadshow, reflects on his career in the London art world, spanning over 50 years.” — Arts & Collections magazine

“Discover delightful anecdotes from Fabergé expert Geoffrey Munn’s time at Wartski in 1970s London, featuring encounters with royalty, Hollywood icons, and the pursuit of Imperial Eggs.” — The Jewellery Editor

Born and bred in Sussex, Geoffrey Munn, Antiques Roadshow presenter and jewelry expert, came from a traditional rural background – but only weeks after leaving a country Grammar School in 1972, he was plunged into the vortex of the London art world. It was the beginning of the career of a lifetime at the famous firm of Wartski, whose showrooms scintillated with gem-set necklaces, tiaras and three of the famous Fabergé Imperial Easter Eggs. 

In a colourful and witty narrative, Geoffrey relates his daunting but delightful encounters with HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, HRH Princess Margaret and HRH The Duchess of Cornwall. In their wake, Geoffrey met a rich variety of luminaries, including Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Joanna Lumley, Stephen Fry, Elton John, Vivienne Westwood and Dame Edna Everage. This is certainly a rapid and amusing read but it is also unique study of a narrow and fast-changing society.

About the Author

Geoffrey Munn, OBE, MVO, FSA, FLS, is best known for his work as a jewelry expert on the BBC Antiques Roadshow. Munn began working for Wartski when he was 19, specializing in the jewelry of Fortunato Pio Castellani, Carlo Giuliano and Peter Carl Fabergé. He eventually became the managing director of the firm, which is the official jeweler to HM The Queen and HRH The Prince of Wales.

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Specifications
Publisher
ACC Art Books
ISBN
9781788841979
Published
29th Aug 2023
Binding
Hardback
Territory
USA & Canada
Size
6.89 in x 9.45 in
Pages
208 Pages
Illustrations
73 color, 8 b&w
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