These earrings were inspired by pictures I saw of some ancient Egyptian lotus designs. The pattern was pierced out of silver sheet. The colored enamel powders were added to the cells and they were fired, around 20 times. I chose the lapis lazuli cabochons and the coral beads to accent the colors in the enamel, and to accent the Egyptian inspiration.

Earrings are an attractive thing to make using plique-a-jour, because the light can shine through the glass and make the colors glow. These earrings have a lot of movement and dance with the wearer's motion.

There are sterling silver posts on the backs of the lapis cabs.

Fine and sterling silver, glass enamels, lapis lazuli, coral.

1.875 x 1 inch (48 x 25 mm)

2006.

For sale: $325 US. Please email me for details.