Maki-e Pearls lacquer with silver and gold

Maki-e is a paint technique developed 1,000 years ago in Japan. Lacquer is applied to surfaces and then powdered gold or silver paint is mixed in for various flat or raised ornamentations. Mosaics have also been produced for centuries. Pearl mosaics are recent. Call Paulette for information. E-mail paulette@fabledjewelry.com