Enamel Collection (#5)

Portrait d'une jeune femme en costume Louis XIV. Creator: Ecole Francaise
Portrait d'une jeune femme en costume Louis XIV

Portrait d'une jeune femme blonde en "Madeleine". Creator: Ecole Francaise
Portrait d'une jeune femme blonde en "Madeleine"

Portrait d'un jeune homme, between 1700 and 1720. Creator: Ecole Francaise
Portrait d'un jeune homme, between 1700 and 1720

Portrait d'homme en habit bleu, between 1740 and 1770. Creator: Ecole Francaise
Portrait d'homme en habit bleu, between 1740 and 1770

Portrait of a man, c1800. Creator: English School
Portrait of a man, c1800

Votive plaque in cloisonné with man leading a camel. From the Oxus Temple... 6th-5th cent. BC
Votive plaque in cloisonne with man leading a camel. From the Oxus Temple, Takht-i Sangin, 6th-5th cent. BC. Found in the Collection of the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan, Dushanbe

Regalia of Scotland: The George, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Regalia of Scotland: The George, 1850. The Great George was made for Charles II in 1661 by the Royal goldsmith, Robert Vyner

Regalia of Scotland: Jewel of St. Andrew, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Regalia of Scotland: Jewel of St. Andrew, 1850....the order of St. Andrew, cut on an onyx, set with diamonds...'. Badge of the Order of the Thistle

Basin with Enamelled Handles, Decorated with Dragon and Ram Heads, n.d. Creator: Giuseppe Grisoni
Basin with Enamelled Handles, Decorated with Dragon and Ram Heads, n.d

Cross section illustration showing tooth decay
Anatomy, Bacterium, Biomedical Illustration, Blood Supply, Close-Up, Cross Section, Decay, Dental Hygiene, Enamel, Full Length, Healthcare and Medicine, Human Bone, Human Jaw Bone, Human Teeth

Cross section illustration showing tooth decay
Anatomy, Bacterium, Biomedical Illustration, Blood Supply, Close-Up, Cross Section, Decay, Dental Hygiene, Enamel, Full Length, Healthcare and Medicine, Human Bone, Human Jaw Bone, Human Teeth

A detail of the makers mark on the underside of a cloisonne enamel Magpie vase
1764965 A detail of the makers mark on the underside of a cloisonne enamel Magpie vase, 1736-1795 by Chinese School (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Medieval enamel and illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Medieval enamel and illuminated manuscripts, (1898). Fig: 1: Initial from a German manuscript (Rhenish school), 11th-12th century, in the Library at Paris

Distinguished Service Order Medal, First World War 1914-1918
This medal was awarded to Lieutenant Colonel F. Call at Buckingham Palace on 26th July 1919. It is one of 17 campaign medals awarded to members of the Call family, now in the museum collection

Bracelet with the Eye of Horus, 943-922 BC. Artist: Ancient Egypt
Bracelet with the Eye of Horus, 943-922 BC. Found in the collection of The Egyptian Museum, Cairo

The International Exhibition: the Queen's Dessert Service, manufactured at the Royal... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: the Queen's Dessert Service, manufactured at the Royal Porcelain Works, Worcester, by W. H. Kerr, 1862

The International Exhibition: Group of porcelain articles by Sir James Duke and Nephews, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Group of porcelain articles by Sir James Duke and Nephews, 1862. Ceramics in antique style which have...as a centrepiece a large vase of an Etruscan character

The St. George's Challenge Vase, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The St. George's Challenge Vase, 1862. The subject which has been chosen [by Mr. Ortner] is naturally confined to the legendary history of St

Wedding presents to Her Royal Highness Princess Alice... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Wedding presents to Her Royal Highness Princess Alice: jewelled fan, the gift of the Maharajah Dhuleep Singh, 1862....a magnificent jewelled fan in gold

Vase, c.1910 (enamel, silver mounts, plique-a-jour, cloisonne)
1070753 Vase, c.1910 (enamel, silver mounts, plique-a-jour, cloisonne) by Japanese School, (20th century); 24.4475xx cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Snuff Box, 1800-1815 (striated agate in gold and enamel mounts)
XOS5884100 Snuff Box, 1800-1815 (striated agate in gold and enamel mounts) by Russian School (19th century); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Russia, early 19th century)

Cauliflower Tureen, Chelsea, c. 1755

Seal, Chelsea, 1750/70

An enamelled and gem-set bangle (kada), late 19th/ early 20th century (precious stone)
7392514 An enamelled and gem-set bangle (kada), late 19th/ early 20th century (precious stone) by Indian School; Width 7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Whistle pendant, 19th century (cloisonne)
1070937 Whistle pendant, 19th century (cloisonne) by Anonymous; 4.1275x2.54x2.54 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info)

Bracelet, 19th century (enamel, diamonds & pearls)
1070936 Bracelet, 19th century (enamel, diamonds & pearls) by Anonymous; 2.54x7.62x7.62 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info)

Bazu band, 1820-60 (gold, diamonds, gemstones & enamel)
1070934 Bazu band, 1820-60 (gold, diamonds, gemstones & enamel) by Anonymous; 4.127508255x9.207518415x2.54000508 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Snuff Box, Meissen, c. 1740. Creator: Christoph Conrad Hunger
Snuff Box, Meissen, c. 1740

King Alfred Jewel
The King Alfred Jewel, made on the orders of King Alfred the Great. It was discovered in 1693, in North Petherton, Somerset, and is now a popular exhibit at the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

Detail of an enamel cartouche from a magnificent Imperial gold
1764849 Detail of an enamel cartouche from a magnificent Imperial gold, cloisonne and Beijing enamel ewer, Duomuhu, engraved Qianlong four-character mark and of the period, Palace Workshops

Household Objects Date: 1940

Sutton Hoo Treasure. Purse lid. 7th-8th centuries AD. From Mound 1. Near Woodbridge, Suffolk, England. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Portrait of Mary Frances (Fanny) Swinburne, c. 1786. Creator: Richard Cosway (British, 1742-1821)
Portrait of Mary Frances (Fanny) Swinburne, c. 1786

The Baton of a Russian Field Marshal, c19th century
The Baton of a Russian Field Marshal. Wooden baton with detachable end, covered with gold enamel and decorated with green bulrushes. Each end is decorated with a double-headed imperial eagle

The lion frieze from King Darius winter palace at Susa, Iran, 1933-1934. Enamelled tile. From Wonders of the Past, volume II, 1933-1934

The archers of Kiing Darius, Susa, Iran, 1933-1934
The archers of King Darius, Susa, Iran, 1933-1934. Enameled tiles. From Wonders of the Past, volume II, 1933-1934

The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Largest known pearl, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. A very large pearl, straight-sided, widening towards the lower part, which has a dark opalised tint. This pearl (the largest known) weighs 3oz. is 2in

England, London, Camden, Camden Market, antique enamel signs

White metal mantel clock, RNYC Fujiyama
MARITIME: A rare white metal mantel clock, RNYC FUJIYAMA in blue enamel and two flag logos belonging to the Royal Clyde and Royal Northern Yacht Club

Advert, Use Heolin Enamel Varnish & Paint, Hadfields (Merton) Ltd, Western Road, Mitcham, Surrey

Enamel painting in a pottery factory

Lambeth Doulton Faience Factory - Enamel painting - Victorian period

White Star Line, four souvenir enamel lapel badges
White Star Line, souvenir enamel lapel badges depicting Teutonic, Calgaric, Cedric and Adriatic

Triplex Grates Advertisement
An advertisement for an Ideal Homes Exhibition stand for Triplex Foundry Ltd. promoting their fire place grates in a unique porcelain enamel finish, allowing for easy cleaning. Date: circa 1936

Children With Camel
A decorative cloisonne enamel item of jewellery, bearing the image of a camel, with a little boy and girl riding it, amongst a big bunch of leafy roses. Date: circa 1916

Battersea Enamelware
This illustration shows three examples of Battersea enamel, in the form of two decorative etui needle cases, with gilt framed portraits of women and children, and a central large blue ornament

White Star Line - white metal souvenirs
White Star Line - white metal on board souvenirs for the RMS Homeric, Baltic, Megantic, and Doric. Date: early 20th century

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Enamel, the delicate art of fusing glass to metal, has adorned objects throughout history. From the intricate details on a molar tooth to the opulent Gold enamelled brooch presented to Florence Nightingale, its versatility is undeniable. In 1913, The Winter Egg showcased enamel's beauty with its quartz, platinum, orthoclase and diamond composition. This masterpiece exemplified the craftsmanship behind this ancient technique. Even in everyday life, enamel finds its place. An advertisement for W H Smith displayed an eye-catching sign that captured attention with vibrant colors and flawless finish. Similarly, a Mobiloil enamel sign stood proudly as a symbol of quality and reliability. Not limited to commercial use alone, it also played a significant role in social movements. The Poor Law Workers Union Badge became a powerful statement of solidarity among workers fighting for their rights. The automotive industry embraced enamel too; Pratts Motor Oil and Champion Spark Plug Service signs were iconic symbols seen across roadsides worldwide. These signs not only represented trusted brands but also added a touch of nostalgia to our collective memory. Heraldic crests, rings, and brooches crafted meticulously in gold and they have been treasured heirlooms passed down through generations. Each piece tells a story of heritage and tradition while showcasing the exquisite beauty achieved by combining these two materials. But it isn't just about luxury or aesthetics; sometimes even decay can be captivating when viewed through polarised light microscopy—a mesmerizing display revealing both fragility and resilience within every molar tooth affected by decay. Enamel's charm extends beyond decorative purposes; it found practical applications too. In 1938 an advert for Main Mainstat gas cookers highlighted how this durable material could withstand high temperatures while adding elegance to any kitchen setting. From historical artifacts like The Winter Egg to everyday items like advertising signs or badges representing social change—enamel continues to captivate us with its timeless allure.