Plique a jour enamel

René Lalique | Art Nouveau Pendant, opal/ plique-a-jour enamel/ gold

A Russian silver gilt and plique-a-jour enamel bowl, unknown maker’s mark, Kiev, circa 1908-1917. Of circular form, the body decorated with multi-color plique-a-jour enamel floral and foliate motifs.

Art jewelry handmade in 18k & 24k gold and enamels. Sculptural plique a jour sterling and enameled goblets, bowls, cordials, and shot glasses, hand made by the artist.

American actress Ada Rehan who rose to popularity in the late 19th century and early years of the 20th century, originally owned this Art Nouveau-inspired brooch and necklace by Marcus & Co.

We are obsessed with these pieces! An 18ct gold diamond accent plique-a-jour enamel dragonfly brooch and an 18ct gold diamond, sapphire & plique-a-jour enamel butterfly brooch. They feature lots 700 and 800 in the Jewellery auction on Wednesday 12th June.

This article Amy Roper Lyons offers two things: a Plique-a-Jour pictorial and three safety tips when handling or working with enamel.

René Lalique | Art Nouveau Ring, gold/ plique-à-jour enamel/ topaz

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