July 8, 2007
Checkers
Verre églomisé, from the French term meaning glass gilded, is a process where the backside of the glass is gilded with gold or metal leaf using a gelatin adhesive. The result is a mirror-like, reflective finish in which designs are then engraved. The technique dates back to the pre-Roman eras, but its name is derived from 18th century French decorator and art-dealer Jean-Baptise Glomy (1711-1786) who is responsible for its repopularization.
Eglomise Checkerboard, America, late 19th century, 23 x 23 in.
Posted 3 years, 5 months ago on July 8, 2007
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