Enamel
In the simplest terms, enameling is the fusion of powdered glass to metal through the process of firing. The art of enameling dates back to the 4th century BCE, found on Greek jewelry. There are many techniques of enameling: Cloisonne, French for "cell", the art of filling channels of wire with enamel, Champleve - french for "raised field" where enamel in fired around raised fields of metal, leaving the metal exposed. The Celts used this method during the 3rd century AD to decorate their shields. Limoges - the art of painting with enamel. Pique-a-jour, another technique of enameling which resembles a stain glass effect. The above mentioned are but a few of the applied techniques of enameling, and many techniques may be combined in one piece.
Art Deco Sterling Enameled Bar Pin
Presented, is sterling and enameled bar pin from the 20's/30's. It appears to depict a Native American influence. The very unusual center disk is enameled, in excellent condition. Enamel type appears to be Champleve... $60.00 More Details...
Gerry's Enameled Cat Pin
Pictured is a black and cream colored enamel cat pin by Gerry's! This pin is stamped Gerry's on the back. I believe it to be from the 50's - an older piece in the company's collection, no longer in business from... $ 15.00 More Details...
Enameled Copper Earrings and Brooch
Presented above is a matching set that includes screw-back earrings and brooch. The enamel is black with sky blue flowers, abstract in style. This set... $25.00 More Details...
Enamel on Copper Earrings and Brooch
Presented is another unmarked set of enamel on copper screw back earrings and brooch, purchased from the same person (see previous picture, black... $25.00 More Details...
Art Deco Enameled Pin
Presented is an enameled oval brooch of unknown nonmagnetic metal. The rear of this unmarked brooch has the design in relief... $30.00 More Details...
Enameled Winged Bug with Glass Stone
Presented is a gold tone pin in the shape of a large winged bug. The head of this insect has a faceted black rhinestone with enameled thorax and wings. The abdomen is a glass cabochon... $20.00 More Details...
Enameled Mouse Pin with Swiss Cheese
Presented, is an enameled mouse pin holding a piece of swiss cheese. He is so cute with his bulging eyes and pink ears. Mr. Mouse is also enameled on the back... $20.00 More Details...
