A 1910 Plique-à-jour Silver Butterfly
A 1910 Plique-à-jour Silver Butterfly
£650.00
Description
Pretty Plique-à-jour Silver butterfly c.1910
A French term that translates (as nearly as can be determined) to “letting in the daylight” and defines a type of transparent enamel that has no backing. Similar to a stained glass window, the design has a metal outline filled with various coloured transparent, glass-like enamels.
First discovered in the 15th century by Benvenuto Cellini, plique-à-jour was rediscovered in France circa 1900 and soared to new heights during the Art Nouveau period.
This piece is available to purchase online at www.eltonantiquejewellery.com.
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Origin | British |
| Period | 1910s |
| Condition | Excellent |
| Materials | Silver |
| Main Gemstone | Enamel |
Product REF: 57P
