Powdering

This technique provides a surface texture, which imitates the powder blue ground of Chinese pottery which, was revived by Wedgwood in 1810. It is produced by laying a ground of solid colour and then stippling it with a fine grained sponge

Satyr Vase

The Satyr Vase derives its name from its gilded decorative handles in the form of Satyrs' heads. The Satyrs of Greek mythology were the male companions of Pan and Dionysus.

The Greek Satyr was usually depicted as a man with a horse's tail. Their character was seen as roguish but skittish and a little timid - subversive and dangerous, but also shy and cowardly.

In ancient times satyrs were popular subjects used in the decoration of cases, and were often depicted holding wine goblets.

Pâte-sur-pâte

The technique of pâte-sur-pâte is achieved by painting on Jasper using white slip clay. Layers are built up to form a semi transparent relief on a coloured background resulting in beautifully soft images.

Three Graces Plaque

The Three Graces have proved to be an enduring subject inspiring artists across the millennia. Demure yet often depicted naked, they convey a sense of grace and ease that transcends time.

The Parentage of The Graces is complex, and has been attributed to Zeus, king of the gods and Eurynome; Dionysus and Aphrodite, or Helios and the naiad Aegle - but the attributes of The Graces have always been consistent in the positive values that they represent.

They are normally depicted as a trio comprising Aglaea, Euphrosyne and Thalia, goddesses of beauty, mirth and good cheer.