Filigree - the finest lace of metal thread

• Scan - subtle lace of metal thread

At all times, jewelers in Russia surprised with his skill. Some of the bezel, and other decorations were made of precious metals, and others engaged in filigree. This latter type of jewelry techniques still never ceases to amaze the modern inhabitants of its elegance and fishnet.

On the Old Slavic word "skati" means "twist a few strands to each other." Filigree known in Russia since the 9-10 centuries, but the real popularity of this jewelry techniques acquired in the 18-19 centuries. Jewelers used twisted thin wire of gold, silver or copper, and converted it into an openwork or soldered to the metal pattern.

In the 19th century the whole factory filigree created in Russia. Produced mainly jewelry boxes, vases, dishes, items for ladies' boudoir, church utensils. Despite the industrial scale, each piece is handcrafted by the master. This work is very laborious and time-consuming, but the resulting products exceed all expectations.

Filigree of metal thread.

In the Soviet Union filigree was very popular. Surely many houses you can find fishnet holders, vases or figurines. Especially popular are filigree jewelry from plants Red village of Kostroma region. Masters still surprises visitors incredibly filigree and delicate items made of metal thread.