Cameo Parures Information and History
Information on cameo parures. A parure is a set of jewellery which can be a combination of a matching necklace, earrings, brooch, bracelet and often a diadem or tiara. A…
Tiffany Studios Makers Mark and Information
Information on Tiffany Studios including a gallery of glass items made by the firm and makers mark. Louis Comfort Tiffany was an artist and designer famed for his Art Nouveau…
Thomas Webb & Sons Makers Mark and Information
Information on Thomas Webb & Sons including a gallery of glass items made by the firm and makers mark. Thomas Webb & Sons was an English glass company, founded in…
Ariadne Greek Mythology
There are many legends regarding Ariadne in Greek mythology although it seems Ariadne was a princess of Crete. She was a daughter of King Minos and his Queen, Pasiphaë, and…
Russian Cameos and Cameo Glass
Russian cameos have a style all of their own. Russian makers such as Faberge are excellent goldsmiths and their cloisonne is superb. Below are some examples of Russian cameos and…
Roman Cameos and Cameo Glass
Roman cameos and cameo glass are not only beautiful items but also tell us the history of the Romans through art. The Romans were highly proficient in cameo glass making…
Art Deco Information
Information on Art Deco design. Art Deco was at it's best throughout the 1920's and 1930's. Geometric and bold designs took over from the flowing designs of the Art Nouveau…
Perseus Greek Mythology
Information on Perseus, the Greek hero who slayed Medusa. In Greek mythology, Perseus is the legendary founder of Mycenae and of the Perseid dynasty, who, alongside Cadmus and Bellerophon, was the…
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Pâte-de-Verre
Pâte de verre is a form of kiln casting and literally translated means glass paste. In this process, finely crushed glass is mixed with a binding material, such as a…
