Synopses & Reviews
Now in paperback, a lavishly illustrated introduction to the beautiful, centuries-old art of enameling, from the inspiration of design to the intricacies of the process and the skills of firing Enamels have fascinated the world for centuries and have been enjoying a resurgence over the last 40 years. Aimed at the practicing artist enameler and the interested collector, this investigation into the various techniques looks at how the many stunning effects are achieved. It provides historical background to enamelling, an introduction to enamels and precious metals, basics on tools and equipment, advice on safe practice, and technical information. It also covers such techniques as champlevé, cloisonné, and plique-á-jour, as well as variations of these methods. In addition to examining the various traditional techniques of enamelling on precious metals, the book also looks at contemporary developments and innovative new materials.
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"Beautifully illustrated." —Library Journal
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"Well researched." —Association of Contemporary Jewellery
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"Astounding and extremely competent." —Glass on Metal
Synopsis
Enameling is one of the oldest techniques of coloring and decorating metals, and exquisite examples of the art have survived from ancient cultures throughout the world. Enameling on Precious Metals explores the many techniques of enameling, such as cloisonné, champlêvé, and plique â jour, as well as variations of these methods. In addition to examining the various traditional techniques of enameling on precious metals, the book also looks at contemporary developments and innovative new materials. Complete with 185 color photos, this book is a look at the exciting work being created within the field today.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 161) and index.
Synopsis
A lavishly illustrated introduction to the beautiful, centuries-old art of enameling, from the inspiration of design to the intricacies of the process and the skills of firing.
About the Author
Jeanne Werge-Hartley has a personal workshop for enamelling, and works to both public and private commission. She is a freeman of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths and founding member of the British Society of Enamellers.