A pair of 18th century enamel plaques with figures and gold frames

Para of enameled plaques with figures in gilded frames, of Nordic origin and probably French, made on an enameled metal plate and painted in miniature, depicting idyllic landscapes in shades of blue. Created as hanging compositions, as their mirrored reflections are placed in a frame made of embossed and gilded copper. The miniatures depict shepherds resting during sheep grazing, set against backgrounds of landscapes and architecture. They are in excellent condition, dating from 1700.

Enameled decoration involves applying molten glass powder onto a metal base, which adheres through the same melting process. In the 18th century, there was a rich production of snuffboxes, umbrella handles, charming and somewhat useless trinkets, in which enamel was indistinguishable from painted porcelain, except for the material.

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Beautiful Empire-style furniture dates from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It originated during Napoleon's reign, which imposed a significant resemblance to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture, associated with Louis XVI style, also strongly references ancient architecture. Noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. The next is Baroque, whose name derives from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces designed to exude splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Selectively used materials were employed to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

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