Flat Hammering with Christopher Lawrence Made for the Table semi-precious stones

semi-precious stones

14ct yellow gold and emerald

142 x 145 x 160 mm

Hand-cut and finished pieces of marble-like compressed single use plastics form the basis of these striking earrings

reflecting the maker’s love of the drawn line and passion for mark-making

Flat Hammering with Christopher Lawrence Made for the Table semi-precious stonesThe art of making a tray is one of the most technically challenging and rewarding skills for a silversmith to master. Using processes such as sinking, flat hammering and setting, this type of working requires a fundamental understanding of the nature of precious metals. In this Masterclass film, Christopher Lawrence, whose career spans over 50 years, demonstrates the techniques involved in producing a sterling silver oval tray. This training film is