Sunday, September 21, 2014

Uncover The Riveting Truth About Micro Mosaic Jewelry

By Karina Frost


Imagining the world without a single hint of jewelry is like being trapped inside a room with nothing but dull walls. This is one reason why jewelers all over the world are admired for their works. Without them and without their creations, this place would lack the color and vibrancy that it has now.

From seashells and beads, as the time passed by, jewelries have also changed in for and nature. And in the middle of the evolution of creating jewelries, there is one particular kind that grabs attention especially for art experts. That is the micro mosaic jewelry.

Very famous during the Victorian era in the 19th century, this craft was made famous by the Romans in Italy when the aristocratic Grand Tour was also famous. When rich families visit the different parts of Europe, Italy became the usual topic. And why not, it boasts of natural sceneries that are both epic and beautiful. Aside from that Rome was a rising industrial country because of its glass products. This is when the era of micromosaic jewelry began.

This is a kind of art derived from mosaic that makes use of small pieces of glass called tesserae. The glass particles are so small that it would require a magnifying instrument to put everything together and make the desired image. Most images would be a popular tourist attraction in Italy. There are some people who would pay more just to have their desired design made.

The usual objects of this artwork earrings and brooches. It can also be applied in necklaces as well. The small tiles are arranged and pasted on the surface of a metal or glass and then left to dry. Some craftsmen use flat stones for their pieces. It is then framed and sold.

At first watch, you would think that it is painted but if you use a microscope, there you will see the tile particles pasted in the surface to create the design. In making the piece, one would need a magnifying aid to make sure that the design is followed and precise. During the height of its fame, it would serve as a remembrance that you have been to that place.

Aside from the micro mosaic which originated from Rome, Italy, other forms such as the Florentine and the Venetian mosaic are considered as micromosaic art. Florentine art, also known as Pietra Dura is crafted by using thin and small slices of authentic stones to create an image. It is still cemented to a larger but darker stone to contrast the color of the design.

In determining the value of a micromosaic piece you need to look at the state of the jewelry, if it is good or not. The precision of the work should always be taken into consideration also and the most important factor is the size of the tesserae particle. It is said that the more minute sizes are used, the more valuable it is, thus, the more it is worth.

You can never put a price on art. Micromosaic jewelries are considered true artworks because of the work and the attention put in to it. It is no wonder why a lot of people really appreciate this kind of art and are willing to pay for it.




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