Nicole Barr Enamel Jewelry Information

Barr's jewelry is the art of enameling. Her process is a true vitreous enamel used in each jewelry piece which creates a beautiful fusion of fired glass with sterling silver, resulting in a lustrous color that will never change.  This technique was made famous in the 1900's by jewelers like Lalique, Farerge and Tiffany. Each jewelry piece has been hand crafted at every step - from the casting of the sterling silver, to the hand applied and fired enamels to the setting of the fine gemstones.

Barr's enameling Techniques:

Basse Taille - in this technique a pattern is created in the sterling silver before enameling, so that when the enamel is laid over it the pattern shines through the transparent glass. It adds texture and life to the design.

Champleve - A French word for raised field - The artist removes the silver by cutting, hammering or stamping in order to crate a depression which will than receive the melted glass, as the enamel is laid in the recessed areas of the silver and built up until i reaches the same height as the remaining silver.

Plique a Jour -  Each beautiful, delicate jewelry piece is translucent and suspended between silver wires without a backing, creating the effect of a stained glass window. Fine gemstones complement the enamel finish.

Nicole Barr's designs are a true example of unique fine quality  crafted jewelry and we are proud to have her jewelry designs in our collection.