A beautiful hand-painted Limoges enamel portrait pendant, signed Sazerat Limoges, featuring a noblewoman in profile wearing a Renaissance-style headdress. The cabochon is mounted in an ornate sterling silver setting with fine filigree accents.
What sets this piece apart are the subtle metallic reflections in the enamel, particularly in the gold and purple areas of the head covering and garment. These shimmering effects are created by adding finely ground metal powders (such as gold or silver oxide) into the enamel pigments before firing, producing an iridescent, light-catching quality that changes slightly with movement and lighting.
Dimensions:
• Height: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
• Width: 0.9 in (2.3 cm)
MATERIAL: Enamel on copper; sterling silver mount
CONDITION: Excellent antique condition. Enamel surface is glossy and intact; silver setting is hallmarked.
🎨 What is Limoges Enamel?
This piece was created using the "émail peint sur cuivre" technique — painted enamel on copper — a method perfected in Limoges, France, during the Renaissance and revived in the 19th century.
Each color is meticulously applied by hand using mineral pigments and metal oxides, then kiln-fired at high temperatures. The final layers are often transparent flux, giving the surface its brilliant luster and metallic glow.
🖋 About Sazerat, Limoges
Maison Sazerat was a well-known workshop in Limoges in the late 19th and early 20th century, specializing in high-quality enamel jewelry and objects. Their works often featured historical and romantic portraits, combining technical precision with artistic expression.
🎁 A perfect gift for:
- Collectors of antique or enamel jewelry
- Lovers of French Belle Époque craftsmanship
- Fans of portrait miniatures and Renaissance revival style
- Special occasions (anniversary, birthday, holiday gift)
