Esmaltes y otras piezas metálicas nazaríes. I

Abstract

These pieces complete our knowledge of the high technical level of Nasrid artisans, very meticulous and original in their decoration, well enamelled and with colours on a gilded metallic base, also with incised or perforated decoration. All are small metalic items for personal use to enrich the appearance of their owners, mainly for masculine use, in belts for clothing or carrying of arms. Also metallic pieces that formed part of the protection of daggers and swords. For the house, these objects also completed the decoration of boxes and other domestic items.