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| The pâte-sur-pâte process requires brushing on layers of liquid clay (slip) to build a low relief on a tinted surface and carving the details to resemble a cameo. "The technique creates depth and transparency," says dealer Lori Hedtler of Devonia Antiques. "You can see right through the floating veils and water." Pâte-sur-pâte first appeared in 18th-century China, but superstar French ceramist Marc-Louis Solon perfected the process at Sčvres, then headed to England where he shared his secrets with Minton in 1870. Minton plates signed by Solon command some of the highest prices, but there’s also a premium for work by his gifted apprentices like Frederick Rhead and Albion Birks. Today, talented English artist and ceramist Dale Bowen keeps the craft alive. For a closer look at his attractive vases and jars, go to patesurpate.com.
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