Antique Burmese and Silver Brooches Collection: 19/20th Century
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Four Burmese and other silver brooches, 19/20th century comprising a finely embossed and chased brooch of two figures mounted on a caparisoned elephant, two smaller ones with deities, and a triangular filigree brooch medallion stamped 'Israel 925'. Weight 85g, length 7.5 cm, width 8 cm and smaller
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- Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.
- Filigree Work - Jewels - Filigree is delicate and intricate ornamental metal-work made from thin threads of gold or silver, soldered and twisted together to give the effect of lace. The filigree work may be freestanding, or attached to the surface of an object.
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