Foley USSCo. Cups, Saucers, and Plates from 'Niagra' Salvage
Four Foley USSCo. cups, saucers and plates reputedly from the 'Niagra', traditionally decorated with blue flag logo, decorative blue gilt and turquoise jewelled borders, the set in good condition, minor loss to the cobalt enamel. Provenance: Purchased from Keith Rodgers, a crew member of the 'Claymore', c.2005. Note: The Claymore was one of the support ships salvaging the gold from the sunken 'Niagara' after she struck a mine on 19 June 1940 laid by the German auxiliary cruiser Orion.
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- Jewelled Decoration - Jewelled decoration on ceramics is a technique where small, colourful, and often metallic beads or "jewels" are applied to the surface of ceramic objects to create intricate and highly decorative designs. This technique has been used throughout history and across different cultures, but it was particularly popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in Europe.
The jewelled decoration is usually applied by hand, one bead at a time, onto a base glaze or enamel. The beads can be made of glass, porcelain, or even precious stones, and are often set in a metal setting, such as gold or silver. The end result is a highly decorative and often luxurious surface, which can add a lot of visual interest and value to the ceramic object.
Jewelled decoration was used on a wide range of ceramic objects, including vases, plates, bowls, and figurines. It was particularly popular in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods, where it was used to create highly stylized and ornate designs.
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