What is plique a jour enamel?

Plique a jour is a specialised enamelling method where the glass paste is fired within open wire frames rather than against a solid backing metal. This leaves transparent windows that glow when worn against the light. It requires immense skill from the artisan to prevent the liquid glass from cracking or escaping during the high temperature kiln firing process.

How do I care for these pendants?

These antique jewels require gentle handling because the historic glass enamel and delicate seed pearls can be sensitive to harsh chemical cleaning agents or ultrasonic baths. Store them individually in soft pouches to protect the metalwork from scratching. Use a dry microfiber cloth to wipe away dust, avoiding any prolonged soaking in water that might weaken old setting adhesives.

Are these pieces marked with hallmarks?

Many examples carry maker marks, silver standards, or gold carats stamped directly onto the reverse of the pendant frame or upon the jump rings. British imported pieces often feature sponsor marks and import assay office letters. Some smaller or earlier workshop pieces remain unmarked, relying instead on documented design attributions and characteristic construction methods for identification.

What distinguishes Arts and Crafts from Art Nouveau?

Arts and Crafts design prioritises hand wrought textures, honest construction, and stylised medieval or natural motifs with a heavier silver presence. Art Nouveau focuses more on sinuous, whiplash lines and fluid organic asymmetry. Both movements overlapped significantly around nineteen hundred, leading many contemporary makers to incorporate elements from both schools into a single jewel.

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These pieces are art nouveau enamel pendant examples, defined by curving lines and vitreous glass work that collectors treasure for their distinct period character.

Rare Arts & Crafts Silver, Chrysoprase, Pearl and Plique À Jour Pendant for Liberty & Co, England C1900

1900 - 1920

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Rare Arts & Crafts Silver, Chrysoprase, Pearl and Plique À Jour Pendant for Liberty & Co, England C1900

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