My daughter's Father-in-Law was/is a goldsmith/jeweller. He made exotic, and extremely expensive, items for the rich, royal, and famous. He was also the Vice Chairman of the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths Forum.
Below is one small example of his work. Buckets-full of 18 carat gold, a huge 500 carat carved Indian Emerald, Emerald and Diamond stem, and a pair of Peacocks dining on a plate of Diamonds. The whole is just 23 cms tall. His client owned the huge Emerald, and commissioned something to be built around it; as one would!!!
The standard of his work is second to none, and, as you can imagine, he was always in demand to make the most exotic creations.
Anyway, well done 'Father Ted'.
The talent of some people is mind boggling. I have always been in awe of those who can create that kind of art.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't have the patience, but thank goodness that someone has!
DeleteHe has an amazing talent, that could be in a museum because of its quality.
ReplyDeleteHis work does get shown around, it's not all hidden away in private hands.
DeleteNot to my taste either, but the skill is breathtaking
ReplyDeleteI agree 100%.
DeleteWow. It's beautiful. Not something I'd have in my home, it needs a palace.
ReplyDeleteIt wouldn't suit our tiny cottage.
DeleteSo beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt is, isn't it. Superb craftsmanship.
DeleteIt must require much patience to create something so intricate.
ReplyDeletePatience that, sadly, I don't possess.
DeleteNot to my taste either, but I can appreciate the superb craftsmanship.
ReplyDeleteYes, amazing work.
DeleteThe peacocks would be better off eating corn as diamonds have zero nutritional value and may cause internal damage when passing through the gut.
ReplyDeleteNonetheless, I applaud your daughter's father-in-law.
Her husband, who was also a master-craftsman, did all the enamelling. Quite a team.
DeleteHe is a master of his work. He obviously has great talent and a steady hand
ReplyDeleteI must ask him how long it took to make.
DeleteWell, it's certainly pretty and the craftsmanship is impressive, but what would one DO with such a thing? Just look at it, I suppose.
ReplyDeleteThey tend to end-up in travelling exhibitions, or museums. Not much else you can do with them.
DeleteI have the perfect place for that, but not the bank balance.
ReplyDeleteI don't have either.
DeleteGoodness me, amazing! But as Jennifer says, what on earth with you do with such a thing? I'd be afraid to have it on show anywhere, besides, it's not a useful item, it would just gather dust in my house!
ReplyDeleteIf I was that wealthy, I think I'd give it to the V & A.
DeleteThe artistry and skill in that piece is unlike anything I have ever seen. Precious metals and jewels throughout make it one-of-a-kind. It belongs in a palace or museum where people tour.
ReplyDeleteNot many people buy such things, but he always had a ready clientele. I suspect in the Middle East.
DeleteMuch as I admire such talent it makes me realise what a complete lack of talent I have in the artistic spheres.
ReplyDeleteI don't think any of us should compare ourselves to someone like him. Such talent is very rare.
DeleteI cannot imagine being wealthy enough to blithely spent that kind of money on a bauble. Don't get me wrong. As baubles go, this is a fine one...but...
ReplyDeleteThere are more Oligarchs around than we imagine.
DeleteAmazing talent. It does seem a bit too bling for us average folk.
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