Artists by Medium · Part 11 of 20
Enamel fuses glassy color to a supporting surface through heat. Its small scale can concentrate drawing, pattern, luminosity, metalwork, and repeated firings in one object.
The 30 profiles below pair a source-based identity note with one item-level work record verified through The Met API. Every embedded image is marked Public Domain by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and each credit retains its object page and Open Access link.
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Artists in this article
- Alfred-Bernard Meyer
- Carl von Scheidt
- Charles Le Bastier
- Christophe Morliêre
- Edward Burr
- Friedrich Fyrwald
- Georges-Antoine Croze
- Guillaume Loir
- Henri Husson
- Jacques François Varin
- James Morisset
- Jean-Baptiste Beckers
- Jean-François Garand
- Jean Frémin
- Jean Georges (or George)
- Jean II Reymond
- Jean I Reymond
- Jean-Joseph Barrière
- Jean Limosin
- Jean Nicolas Pique
- Jeremias Sibenbürger
- Joachim Friess
- Johann Heinrich Meyer
- John Northam
- John Yardley
- Jonas Laminit
- Kimura Sakujiro
- Kiyomizu Rokubei I
- Louis Charonnat
- Louis-Philippe Demay
30 artists working in Enamel
1. Alfred-Bernard Meyer
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Alfred-Bernard Meyer in the role “Enameler.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, Paris 1832–1904 Paris.”
A representative work is Allegory of the French Republic (1892). The Met catalogs it as Plaque, made in Painted enamel on copper, partly gilt. Its collection classification is Enamels. The item-level credit line reads: Purchase, Friends of European Sculpture and Decorative Arts Gifts, 1993. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
2. Carl von Scheidt
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Carl von Scheidt in the role “Enameler.” Its fuller identity line reads “German, 1791–after 1834.”
A representative work is The Brandenburg Gate (1816). The Met catalogs it as Beaker, made in Glass, enameled and gilt. Its collection classification is Glass. The item-level credit line reads: Munsey Fund, 1927. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
3. Charles Le Bastier
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Charles Le Bastier in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, apprenticed 1738, master 1754, active 1783.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1768–69). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel, diamonds. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
4. Christophe Morliêre
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Christophe Morliêre in the role “Enameler.” Its fuller identity line reads “French.”
A representative work is Watch case (ca. 1645–50). The Met catalogs it as Watch case, made in Metal, enamel. Its collection classification is Horology. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
5. Edward Burr
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Edward Burr in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “active 1838–68.”
A representative work is Brooch (ca. 1836–50). The Met catalogs it as Brooch, made in Gold, pearls, diamonds, and enamel. The item-level credit line reads: Purchase, Susan and Jon Rotenstreich Gift, 2000. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
6. Friedrich Fyrwald
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Friedrich Fyrwald in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “master 1786, died 1813/14.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1790). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel, pearls. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: The Moses Lazarus Collection, Gift of Josephine and Sarah Lazarus, in memory of their father, 1888-95. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
7. Georges-Antoine Croze
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Georges-Antoine Croze in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “master 1777, active 1790.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1781). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel, pearls. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
8. Guillaume Loir
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Guillaume Loir in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “master 1716, retired 1767.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1753–54). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
9. Henri Husson
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Henri Husson in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, 1851–1914.”
A representative work is Kidney Dagger in Gothic Style (ca. 1880–90). The Met catalogs it as Kidney Dagger, made in Steel, wood (walnut), copper, black enamel. Its collection classification is Forgeries. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Jacques Reubell, 1923. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
10. Jacques François Varin
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jacques François Varin in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “active Paris, master 1758, active 1790.”
A representative work is Box (1788–89). The Met catalogs it as Box, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Bequest of Catherine D. Wentworth, 1948. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
11. James Morisset
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists James Morisset in the role “Goldsmith.” Its fuller identity line reads “British, London 1738–1815.”
A representative work is Presentation Smallsword with Scabbard (hallmarked for 1797–98). The Met catalogs it as Presentation smallsword with scabbard, made in Silver, enamel, steel, paste brilliants, wood, fish skin. Its collection classification is Swords. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Jean Jacques Reubell, in memory of his mother, Julia C. Coster, and of his wife, Adeline E. Post, both of New York City, 1926. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
12. Jean-Baptiste Beckers
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean-Baptiste Beckers in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “master 1753, active 1793.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1771–72). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
13. Jean-François Garand
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean-François Garand in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, master 1748, died 1778.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1751–52). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
14. Jean Frémin
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean Frémin in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, active 1738–83, died 1786.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1756–57). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wrightsman, 1976. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
15. Jean Georges (or George)
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean Georges (or George) in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “master 1752, died 1765.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1757–58). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
16. Jean II Reymond
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean II Reymond in the role “Artist.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, Limoges, doc. 1606–ca. 1631.”
A representative work is Watchcase cover: Alcyone Praying to Juno (ca. 1615–25). The Met catalogs it as Watchcover, made in Painted enamel, partly gilt, on copper; mounted on brass; silver gilt frame. Its collection classification is Enamels. The item-level credit line reads: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
17. Jean I Reymond
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean I Reymond in the role “Enameler.” Its fuller identity line reads “died 1602–3.”
A representative work is The Resurrection (ca. 1580–1600). The Met catalogs it as Plaque, made in Painted enamel on copper, partly gilt. Its collection classification is Enamels. The item-level credit line reads: Fletcher Fund, 1945. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
18. Jean-Joseph Barrière
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean-Joseph Barrière in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, apprenticed 1750, master 1763, active 1793.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1782). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel, diamonds, glass. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
19. Jean Limosin
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean Limosin in the role “Enameler.” Its fuller identity line reads “recorded 1615–35.”
A representative work is God the Father Appearing to Christ (early 17th century). The Met catalogs it as Mirror back, made in Painted enamel on copper, partly gilt. Its collection classification is Enamels. The item-level credit line reads: Fletcher Fund, 1945. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
20. Jean Nicolas Pique
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jean Nicolas Pique in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “master 1780, active 1793.”
A representative work is Patch box (1783). The Met catalogs it as Patch box, made in Gold, enamel, ivory. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
21. Jeremias Sibenbürger
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jeremias Sibenbürger in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “ca. 1583–1659.”
A representative work is Cup with cover (ca. 1650). The Met catalogs it as Cup with cover, made in Agate, silver-gilt, enamel, diamonds, rubies. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
22. Joachim Friess
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Joachim Friess in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “ca. 1579–1620, master 1610.”
A representative work is Diana and the Stag (ca. 1620). The Met catalogs it as Automaton, made in Partially gilded silver, enamel, jewels (case); iron, wood (movement). Its collection classification is Metalwork-Silver. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
23. Johann Heinrich Meyer
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Johann Heinrich Meyer in the role “Decorator.” Its fuller identity line reads “1680–1752, Dresden.”
A representative work is Shepherd and shepherdess in a landscape (ca. 1720–30). The Met catalogs it as Goblet, made in Glass, enamel lampwork. Its collection classification is Glass. The item-level credit line reads: Munsey Fund, 1927. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
24. John Northam
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists John Northam in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “recorded 1793, active 1793–after 1829.”
A representative work is Snuffbox with cipher of William IV of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1825–26). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, diamonds, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Mrs. Henry G. Scholtz, 1946. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy. Catalog note: The Met’s online title uses “Britian” for “Britain”.
Sources: Met identity/item source
25. John Yardley
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists John Yardley in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “British, 1770–1854.”
A representative work is Toy watch (early 19th century). The Met catalogs it as Toy watch, made in Enamel on copper. Its collection classification is Enamels-Painted. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Louise Knobloch, 1966. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
26. Jonas Laminit
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Jonas Laminit in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “master ca. 1650, died 1690.”
A representative work is Hexagonal canister (Schraubflasche) (ca. 1650). The Met catalogs it as Canister, made in Silver gilt, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Silver In Combination. The item-level credit line reads: The Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
27. Kimura Sakujiro
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Kimura Sakujiro in the role “Artist.” Its fuller identity line reads “Japanese.”
A representative work is Alcove ornament (1780). The Met catalogs it as Alcove ornament, made in Pottery, faience decorated with polychrome enamels. Its collection classification is Ceramics. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Mrs. V. Everit Macy, 1923. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
28. Kiyomizu Rokubei I
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Kiyomizu Rokubei I in the role “Artist.” Its fuller identity line reads “Japanese, 1737–1799.”
A representative work is Jar with cover (1820). The Met catalogs it as Jar with cover, made in Faience boldly craquelé with design in colored enamels (Kiyomizu ware). Its collection classification is Ceramics. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Mrs. V. Everit Macy, 1923. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
29. Louis Charonnat
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Louis Charonnat in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, master 1748, retired 1780.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1763–64). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wrightsman, 1976. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
30. Louis-Philippe Demay
The Met’s verified item-level constituent record lists Louis-Philippe Demay in the role “Maker.” Its fuller identity line reads “French, master 1758, died 1772.”
A representative work is Snuffbox (1766–67). The Met catalogs it as Snuffbox, made in Gold, enamel. Its collection classification is Metalwork-Gold and Platinum. The item-level credit line reads: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917. The museum marks the object Public Domain under its Open Access policy.
Sources: Met identity/item source
Method and source notes
Selection excludes the previous 600-profile series and favors less familiar names where the evidence allows. Every embedded work image in this article comes from a Met item record marked Public Domain.
