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…
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Enamel Set Cameos
Enamel Set Cameos. Enameling has been used for centuries and has often been used with cameos. The enamel used most often in jewellery and object d'art is vitreous of enamelling …
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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Intaglios Information
Intaglios are the engravings on a gemstone, hardstone or glass. The are the reverse of a cameo. Intaglios are often used for jewellery and seals. The engraving of gemstones was…
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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…
Demeter Greek Goddess of Agriculture
Information on Demeter the Greek Goddess of Agriculture and her depictions in cameos and other art. Demeter is the goddess of the harvest and presides over grains and the fertility of…
Art Nouveau
Information on Art Nouveau design including a gallery and price guide of Art Nouveau cameos and cameo glass. From the 1880s until the First World War, western Europe and the…
