The necklace is handmade from a layer of white enamel on a tiny copper heart filigree and an antiqued copper chain with lobster clasp. Small, delicate and lightweight.
The back side of the heart is enameled black to prevent warping and cracking. In fact it can be worn both ways.
The copper heart measures mere 1.3 cm (1/2 inches).
Total leghth 43cm (17 inches).
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My studio is located in a small picturesque town not far from Riga, the capital of Latvia (European Union).
Enameling is fusing powdered glass to metal at high temperatures. Torch firing allows me to have more control over the process and to observe how the powder melts, flows, and then hardens to a smooth, durable vitreous coating. When possible I try to avoid chemical pickle between the firings which is better for the environment, although it takes up more time and involves more hand work to finish the enameled piece. As you see my eyes and hands are on it from the beginning to the end.
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