Disk Brooch

Unknown

2nd–3rd century · Millefiore enamel, bronze · Medieval Art

Millefiore enameling was widely popular in Gaul, where it was often used to decorate disk brooches and vessels. In this technique, the artist fuses together glass rods of different colors. The multicolored rods are then cut into cross sections, which are placed in a metal base and heated sufficiently for them to adhere. The result is an intricate pattern of flowers and checkerboards.

Artist

Unknown

Date

2nd–3rd century

Medium

Millefiore enamel, bronze

Culture

Roman

Department

Medieval Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1966