Jungle Leaf Earrings, Hand-Enameled on Copper, Copper Enamel, Glass Enamel, Marquise Leaf, Asymmetrical, Green Gold, Art Deco
These earrings are cut from copper sheet in a leaf or marquise shape. Each earring has an Art Deco inspired leaf image on a green ground, with hand-painted gold accents. I've attached oxidized sterling silver ear wires.
The copper shapes are carefully cleaned and prepared in order to accept the enamel. Then, I apply multiple layers of enamel, which is finely powdered glass. The layers of enamel are fused to the copper on both sides in a 1500 degree kiln. This firing process is repeated several times. Finally, the edges are sanded to expose the copper. And voila .... a vibrantly colored pair of enamel earrings which will make a great gift for yourself or a loved one.
Earrings measure 1/2" in width, and 2 3/8" long. Ear wires and circles are hand made from 20 gauge sterling silver.
These earrings are cut from copper sheet in a leaf or marquise shape. Each earring has an Art Deco inspired leaf image on a green ground, with hand-painted gold accents. I've attached oxidized sterling silver ear wires.
The copper shapes are carefully cleaned and prepared in order to accept the enamel. Then, I apply multiple layers of enamel, which is finely powdered glass. The layers of enamel are fused to the copper on both sides in a 1500 degree kiln. This firing process is repeated several times. Finally, the edges are sanded to expose the copper. And voila .... a vibrantly colored pair of enamel earrings which will make a great gift for yourself or a loved one.
Earrings measure 1/2" in width, and 2 3/8" long. Ear wires and circles are hand made from 20 gauge sterling silver.