Cloisonné
Cloisonné (from French: cloison = partition) is an enamel technique where formed wires in closed shapes are affixed onto a base and then filled with enamel.
The Cloisonné Process
The word "Cloisonné" is used to describe both a finished art object, and a process. Cloisonné is a labor-intensive craft involving a complex multi-step enamel process, that can produce stunning results.
cloisonné
An enameling technique in which thin wire partitions-cloisons-are filled with enamel. It is an art form practiced in ancient Byzantium and in China today. The name comes from the French verb cloisonner, to partition.
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cloisonné
Enamel application where the sections between decorative wire framing is filled with the enameling glass.
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Cloisonné
Technique of enameling in which enamels are contained in cells of metal
Collet
Round band of metal encircling a gemstone to hold it in place
Collier
A wide necklace encircling the neck from throat to chin ...
Cloisonné
Cloisonné (pronounced kloi-zen-a) is a technique in which colors of a design are kept apart by thin metal strips. Metal filaments are attached to outline the design.
Cloisonné (pronounced "cloi-zon-ay"): Another technique of enameling whereby the enamel (colored glass powder) is placed into pockets or cells of metal, then baked and cooled to solidify.
CLOISONNÉ: A type of enameling in which thin wire made of silver, gold, bronze or copper is gilded, then bent to form cells (cloisons). Each cell or cloison is then filled with enamel.
cloisonné
Describes the process of filling thin wire partitions (cloisonnes in French) with enamel.
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Cloisonné: Occasionally called "cell enameling", it is a type of enameling in which compartments made of thin strips of metal soldered onto a metal plate are filled with powdered glass prior to firing.
Cloisonné: Occasionally called "cell enameling", it is a type of enameling in which thin strips of metal soldered onto a metal plate to create little compartments or cells (cloisons) which are filled with powdered glass prior to firing.
Cloisonné Enamel with surface decorations set in hollows formed by strips of wire welded to a metal plate. I love these green and orange cloisonne' beads and teamed them with some orange chalk turquoise.
CLOISONNÉ
Cloisonné is a method of applying enamel to metal in which the design is first outlined on the metal surface using a metal wire. The space between the wires is filled with enamel and then fired to a glassy sheen.
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Cloisonné cloi-zon-ay - Enameling technique using high walled pockets or cells where colored glass poweder is placed then the piece is baked to solidify.
Cloisonné: a type of decoration for enameled metal-ware, consisting of narrow thin strips of metal soldered in the form of designs to the surface of a piece of ware, the spaces enclosed by the little metal walls filled with different colors of enamel.
CLOISONNÉ A type of enamel used in jewelry manufacturing. A design is made on metal and small carved out areas called cells or cloisons are filled with enamel and heated in a kiln or oven.
Cloisonné is a type of enamelwork that incorporates thin metal strips soldered onto a metal plate in a specific pattern or motif. The outlined design is filled with enamel paste and fired, creating a colorful decorative design.
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Cloisonné: A type of enameling [also known as cell enameling] in which the design is etched into the metal using a metal wire. The space between the wire is then filled with enamel and fired.
Cloud: An inclusion seen as a milky area in a diamond.
A form of cloisonné in which the enamel in the cells has no backing, producing a translucent effect.
If you find cloisonné beautiful, you will definitely love this enameling technique with its lovely transparent colored enamels.
A necklace approximately 15 inches long Chrysoberyl A semi-precious stone of transparent golden yellow, green yellow or brown Citrine A variety of quartz found in a range of colors from light yellow to red-orange to almost brown Cloisonné ...
The carry-over Oriental influence of Art Nouveau was evident in the continued popularity of enameling, especially Cloisonné enameling in red and black.
plique a jour - cloisonné without a metal base.
Enseigne - a jewel worn on the hat, popular during the renaissance. Had a symbolic or emblematic meaning. They were sewn into place, so they are not considered brooches.
Filigree Enamel: A type of decoration similar to cloisonné enameling but having the cloisons made of twisted wire, (rather than flat strips of metal), soldered to the base and filled in with opaque enamel.
Topaz filigree ring
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Filigree Enamel
Similar to cloisonné enamel but made with twisted wire instead of flat strips of metal ...
Enamel
Enamel is a glassy substance (powdered glass with colorants) fused onto metal using heat (see cloisonné, champlevé, guilloche, and plique à jour).
This astronomical globe maps out constellations with inlaid pearls. The globe’s frame appears as if supported by intricate dragon figures above a cloisonné compass at the base, itself fashioned as a roiling sea.
The decoration consists of cloisonné inlay set with garnets and millefiori glass in panelled designs bordered by zoomorphic interlacing mock-champlevé patterns. On the reverse are staples for sewing it to a garment.
colourants, which is heated until molten, and then fused onto metal to form a decorative finish. This might be a simple lined border or could consist of a complicated multicolour pattern resembling a stained glass window. Varieties include cloisonné ...
The exposed wire outline is sometimes given a gold plated finish. There are other cheaper to produce methods that also produce a finish referred to as cloisonné, but the best quality Cloisonne work is produced as described above.
Plique-A-JourA form of cloisonné in which the enamel in the cells has no backing, producing a translucent effect.
 See also: Jewel, Gold, Metal, Glass, Stone
  
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