Goldsmithing and Silver Work Jewelry, Vessels and Ornaments

Name: Goldsmithing and Silver Work Jewelry, Vessels and Ornaments
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ISBN: 9781600591341

ISBN-10: 1600591345

ISBN-13: 9781600591341

Edition: N/A

Authors: Carles Codina

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Experience the pleasure of crafting with precious metals, and of using your creativity and skills to produce objects of great beauty. Hundreds of color photographs illustrate the procedures in rich detail, and display a breathtaking assortment of pieces by talented artists. Each innovative project introduces techniques that range from casting, stamping, hand engraving, and electroplating to the more specialized Kum Boo, where sheets of gold are fused with silver to form lovely motifs. Begin with two handsome square rings or a traditional Berber bracelet with delicate filigree, and move on to an elaborate coffee service once basic techniques are mastered. The chapter on gems alone—featuring…

Book details

List price: $19.95
Publisher: Lark Books
Publication date: 3/1/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 9.75" wide x 12.00" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 1.430
Language: English



Introduction


Working with Precious Metals


Silversmithing


Methods and Procedures


Soldering Projects


Working with Wire


Stringing a Necklace


Working with Platinum


Special Techniques


Kum Boo


Hand Engraving


Electroplating and Surface Finishes for Metals


Casting and Stamping


Alternative Casting Techniques


Making Casting Patterns


Metal Stamping


Gems


Precious Stones


Cutting Precious Stones


Bernd Munsteiner, Master Gem Cutter


Concept and Image


Four Concepts of Creativity


Image and Business


Photography and Jewelry


Gallery


Step by Step


Coffee Service


Square Rings


Prism


Earrings


Hinged Bracelet


Brooches


North African Bracelet


Glossary


Index


Bibliography and Acknowledgments