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BLACKSMITHING
DECORATIVE & SCULPTURAL
BK991
Albert Paley Sculpture, Kuspit
288 pages, 12 x 12 (Hardcover)
The monumental site-specific metal assemblages
Albert Paley has created over
the past three decades place him not only
in the forefront of contemporary sculpture,
but also in the vanguard of artists working in
the new, genre-defying area that has been
called “Archisculpture”. Paley goes way beyond creating sculptures
that stand as isolated works of art. His sculptures enhance the
spaces in which they are placed and, in return, are enhanced by
those spaces. Noted art historian Donald Kuspit discusses Paley’s
development as an artist, his virtuosity as a monumental sculptor
and his diverse and significant achievements.
BK173
Alfred Habermann, Elgass
176 pages, 8-1/4 x 11-3/8 (Hardcover)
Alfred Habermann was well known on all
continents. He has inspired thousands of
metalsmiths. One finds sculptures and other
works of his in Europe, America and Asia.
Alfred developed his own stylistic idiom. Some
work shown is over 30 years old and yet so
current in style. Always a border crossers
between handicraft and art. Text in German and English. 230
photographs.
BK604
Architectural Ironwork, Meilach
240 pages, 11-1/4 x 8-3/4 (Hardcover)
Showcases a vast array of ironwork
commissioned for new commercial and
residential building projects. Traditional styles
in modern settings and designs that reach for
new visual impact. Over 375 spectacular examples from more than
100 of today’s top blacksmiths, supplemented with historical works
from 15 countries. These include doors and hardware, staircases
and railings, and gates and fences.
BK975
Art Deco Ironwork & Sculpture, Cook
III, Skinner
208 Pages, 9 x 12 (Hardcover)
Treasure is brought back to life in this
fantastic volume of decorative ironwork and
sculpture. Fantastic photography explores the
work of artisans of the burgeoning Moderne
Art movement in Paris. Selected from folio
volumes published in the mid-1920s to inspire
fellow artists on the cutting edge, the more than 500 exciting
pieces shared in this compendium have proven themselves
timeless in their classic lines and exquisite detailing. This is a
must-have volume for artisans of the forge, sculpture studios, and
all fans of Art Deco-era decorative arts.
BOOKS BLACKSMITHING - DECORATIVE & SCULPTURAL
BK764
Art Nouveau Ironwork of Austria and
Hungary, Santi & Gacher
240 pages, 8 1/2 x 11 (Hardcover)
The streets of Budapest, Hungary, and Vienna,
Austria, are rich in masterpieces of Art Nouveau
ironwork. Vivid photos show varied interpretations
of Art Nouveau forms used in balustrades,
balconies, lanterns, gates, doorways, elevator door facades, and
more. Explanations of the settings discuss the details and motifs.
Illustrations and 500 color photos.
BK916
Beautiful Iron: The Pursuit of
Excellence, Whitaker
192 pages, 9 x 11 (Spiral Hardcover)
Hundreds of examples of over 75 years’ work of
Master Blacksmith Francis Whitaker! Each page
shows a photograph of one piece, along with
some written description, dimensions and length of
time of completion. Work includes andirons; door
hardware; fireplace screens, hoods, and tools; gates and window
grilles; weathervanes; railings; candlesticks, and much more.
BK720
The Blacksmith and His Art, Hawley
176 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Softcover)
This is the story of blacksmithing, considered
by many to be the “King of the Crafts”. Smithing
fathered the metal working industry, which we
take for granted today. It contains pictures of
some of the world’s finest iron-art, and shows
modern day creations, which demonstrate that
there is still a place for beautiful hand forged art objects in the
20th Century. It offers aid and inspiration to the growing number
who are looking for a vehicle of self-expression. Illustrated.
BK761
Catching the Fire: Philip Simmons,
Blacksmith, Lyons
48 pages, 9-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Softcover)
When he was thirteen years old, Philip Simmons
caught the blacksmith fever. For seventy years
he has crafted lumps of metal into beautiful
ornamental pieces. His gates, fences, and railings decorate the
city of Charleston, South Carolina. This book is also for young
readers. Lyons visited with Simmons and others who worked with
him. She has pulled together not only a compelling portrait of the
man and his work, but of his journey from great-grandson of slaves
to nationally renowned artist. Simmons is truly a working person’s
hero and role model. Catching the Fire presents the landscape of
his life.
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