Silversmithing: A Manual of Design and Technique by Keith Smith

Silversmithing: A Manual of Design and Technique by Keith Smith

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This book explains the techniques and emphasises the importance of design to encourage students to be creators rather than technicians. The works illustrated underline the scope for imaginative and original thinking that is open to the modern silversmith.

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Silversmithing: A Manual of Design and Technique by Keith Smith

The craft of the silversmith has changed little over the centuries, but the metal has always inspired craftsmen to develop new techniques and designs. This book explains those techniques and emphasises the importance of design to encourage students to be creators rather than technicians. The works illustrated underline the scope for imaginative and original thinking that is open to the modern silversmith.; Advice on the workshop, selection of tools, metals and health and safety; Step-by-step instruction on the techniques, from simple sinking to more advanced handles; Ideas for decoration, finishing and polishing; Practical line-drawings and inspirational photographs
Keith Smith taught Silversmithing at Loughborough College of Art and Design for over thirty years and was Course Leader at its highly-regarded Silversmithing and Jewellery Department. He was made a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths in 1977 and is a member of The Association of British Designer Silversmiths.
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ISBN 13 9781861267986
ISBN 10 1861267983
Title Silversmithing: A Manual of Design and Technique
Author Keith Smith
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Year published 2005-07-29
Number of pages 168
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.