
Jo Ellen Cole

Victoria Brooch with Old
European Diamonds
Open Scroll Motif
The San Diego Chapter of ASA, in association with The Friends of the Villa Montezuma, Inc., is offering this fourth of four lectures as part of the Connoisseur Series on Victoriana.
Jo Ellen Cole, noted expert on Victorian and antique jewelry, will guide you through the outstanding virtuosity and craftsmanship of Victorian period jewelry, covering over six decades, and discuss how the political and economic changes influenced the popular designs and styles.
Chicken Cordon Bleu, Rice Pilaf, Sesame Green Beans, Caesar Salad, Dessert
Cobb Salad (seasoned greens with turkey, bacon, eggs, tomatoes), Dessert
NOTE: Please select an Entrée or we will order the Cobb Salad for you.
Fabulous Victorian Quilts - February 20
Quilt Historian and Appraiser Julia Zgliniec will share her extensive knowledge of Victorian quilts and quilt history.
Eclecticism and the Victorian Home Interior - March 11
Antiques and Decorative Arts Appraiser Georgie Stillman, ASA, will explore the interior furnishings of fashionable Victorian homes in the age of Revivals and Eclecticism.
Early California Paintings - April 8
Pamela Bensoussan, ASA, President of the San Diego ASA Chapter, will showcase several early San Diego painters whose works are held by many local public institutions – including the Museum of San Diego History.
Victorian Jewelry - May 13
Gemologist and appraiser Jo Ellen Cole, GG, FGA, will discuss the beauty and workmanship of outstanding Victorian jewelry.
Tuesday, June 10
Tuesday, Sept 9
Tuesday, Oct 14
Wednesday, Nov 19