Arts and Crafts enamels
A new wave of artists discover an ancient technique
Enamels are made by fusing finely-ground glass to metal. Vibrant as the day they emerged from the kiln, our rich and outstanding collections, created over many hundreds of years, showcase a wide range of highly skilful enamel techniques.
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Watch precise geometric patterns appear on metalwork in this centuries-old process
Discover the refugee craftsmen with extraordinary talent
Watch the process of making a beautiful enamelled copper snuff-box
The Gilbert Collection of enamel portrait miniatures represent some of the most important artists working in the medium
Craftsman in Mumbai and Jaipur demonstate how traditional kundan and enamelled jewellery is made
See how this medieval technique was carried out