Maria del Carmen Flores de Foley

Celtic Box	Celtic Cross	Celtic Frame
Celtic Picture	Classic Box	Classic Frame
Classic Picture	Classic Cross	Classic Picture

The art of Repujado has its origins in Spain during the 12th century. Examples of the earliest art form predate the Bronze Age on the isle of Crete. The art form was originally done with silver both for decoration, and as a protective cover for paintings. Today, this work is seen throughout the world, primarily in Hispanic countries. Each design is first created on paper, then transferred to a thin sheet of soft tin. The artist works the tin using special tools to stretch and emboss the material. Each line and effect is done by hand, requiring many hours to complete a single piece. The "empty" space left where the tin has been worked is filled with a resin to prevent it from being damaged and to hold its shape. A patina is applied to accent the details, then the tin is polished to a high sheen. The entire piece is attached to a base material, such as wood, glass, or another metal for the beautiful finished product.

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