[Jewelry making - Article 00314] - Re: [Orchid] Niello and Fire-gilding

[LynPunk]

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Hi Janneke,

    From the descriptions of the processes by Benvenuto Cellini - The
    object would first be inlayed with niello. Then, the niello and areas
    not to be gilded would be painted with a resist made of either
    fuscello (a flour and water paste), or a paste of fish or stag glue
    (a hide glue) and gesso. Then, the piece would be gilded. 

    For more in depth information look at The Treatises Of Benvenuto
    Cellini On Goldsmithing And Sculpture; Chapter 1 On The Art Of
    Niello, Chapter 26 How To Gild, and Chapter 33 What You Do When You
    Wish To Leave Bare The Silver In Certain Places.

Best regards,
Lyn
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