Subject

Filigree

Ornament with a Strut and a Railing — Jean-Jacques Avril I

Filigree is a subject in art. The gallery holds 38 works in this subject in art, including works by Georg Wechter I, Jean-Jacques Avril I and Owen Jones.

Filigree (also less commonly spelled filagree, and formerly written filigrann or filigrene) is a form of intricate metalwork used in jewellery and other small forms of metalwork. In jewellery, it is usually of gold and silver, made with tiny beads or twisted threads, or both in combination, soldered together or to the surface of an object of the same metal and arranged in artistic motifs.

Key artists

Works

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Frequently asked questions

What is Filigree?

Filigree (also less commonly spelled filagree, and formerly written filigrann or filigrene) is a form of intricate metalwork used in jewellery and other small forms of metalwork.

How many Filigree works does Artifact World Gallery have?

Artifact World Gallery holds 38 public-domain Filigree works, all free to view and download.

Who are the key Filigree artists?

Key Filigree artists in the collection include Georg Wechter I, Jean-Jacques Avril I and Owen Jones.

Where can I see Filigree works?

Filigree works in the collection are held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris, National Gallery of Art and Victoria and Albert Museum.