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CLOISONNÉ - Earring

Cloisonné is a very different technique from my usual champlevé. Whereas in champlevé, the metal is etched and the enamel inlaid, in cloisonné the design is created with wire and the enamel is built up on the metal. Typically cloisonné has many more firings than champlevé (15-20 for the former, 5-7 for the latter) and is consequently more expensive. The fine lines create a more delicate and subtle design compared to the boldness of champlevé. 

The cloisonné jewellery series is based on an artifact from France:

 

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Colour:
 Flame Orange
Size: 1 1/4" long

Price: US$225

Earrings can also be ordered singly

TO ORDER: e-mail: imagocorvi AT gmail.com 
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All pieces available in other colours

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