This lavishly decorated piece is a Byzantine bracelet dating from the 6th century. The Byzantines created complex and precious pieces, such as this bracelet, which is encrusted with expensive gemstones and pearls, demonstrating the wealth of the Byzantine empire.
The openwork technique, also called Opus interrasile (meaning ‘to scrape in between), is done by punching or piercing holes in the metal with a chisel or other sharp tool, resembling delicate, lace-like patterns.
Saw a whole lot of talented artists today at Swindon Paint Fest!
As well as these in progress works, I also took a ridiculous number of photos of finished street art - I’ll be posting my favourites over the next few days!
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