Metalworking Collection (page 10)

Button Maker: Stamping out metal buttons. Blank held in place and weight holding die for pattern being work was raised by rope and pulley wheel and dropped on blank

Assarius. Adverse. Ibero-roman. Bronze. Head. Mint of Iltirc
Assarius. Roman Coins. Adverse. Ibero-roman. Bronze. Head. Mint of Iltircescen (Tortosa, Catalonia). History Museum. Sabadell. Catalonia. Spain

Two Asses. Bronze. 1st century. Denarius. Silver. Semis, Bro
Roman Coins. Two Asses. Bronze. 1st century. Denarius. Silver. Semis, Bronze. Mint Cese (Tarragona, Catalonia). History Museum. Sabadell. Catalonia, Spain

As. Reverse. Ibero-roman. Bronze. Rider. Mint of Ilduro (Ma
As. Roman Coins. Reverse. Ibero-roman. Bronze. Rider. Mint of Ilduro (Mataro, Catalonia). History Museum. Sabadell. Catalonia. Spain

Advertising card for Belgian Cooking Range, manufactured by Ch. Van Ackere & Co. - similar in style to an Aga. Date: circa 1910s

Golden altar from Lisbjerg Chruch, near Arhus. 1135-40. Nati
Golden altar from Lisbjerg Chruch, near Arhus. 1135-40. Superpositions of altar, retable and crucifix, surrounded by an arched structure

The Roskilde cross. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. Aroun
The Roskilde cross. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. The front side is decorated with 7 pearls and 15 gems. Around 1100. Found in the rood arch crucifix of Roskilde Cathedral. Denmark

Finger rings from 1st-6th centuries AD. Gold. The use over finger ring was taken over from the Romans. National Museum of Denmark

The Golden Horns of Gallehus. North of Mogeltonder, Southern
The Golden Horns of Gallehus, discovered in Gallehus, north of Mogeltonder, Southern Jutland, Denmark. The horns date to the early 5th century, the beginning of the Germanic Iron Age

Vikings. Two fine collars for carriage horses, were found bu
Viking Art. Northern Europe. Two fine collars for carriage horses were found buried near the burial mound Bjerringhoj. National Museum of Denmark

The early Iron. Roman influence. Gryphon of Vimose. Bronze
The early Iron. Roman influence. Gryphon of Vimose. A gryphons head of gilt bronze. The gryphon was perhaps once part of a Roman parade helmet. Was found in a Bog, Funen. National Museum of Denmark

Metal Age. Gold ornaments with lions head. Womans grave from Arsley, Funen, 4th century. National Museum of Denmark

Grave goods from Dollerup in Jutland. Two drinking horns wit
Grave goods from a rich double burial of a magnate and his wife found at Dollerup in Jutland. In the womans grave lay two drinking horns with bronze mountings. National Museum of Denmark

The Gundestrup cauldron. Silver vessel. 200 BC and 300 AD. E
The Gundestrup cauldron. Decorated silver vessel, thought to date between 200 BC and 300 AD, placing it within the late La T?ne period or early Roman Iron Age

Cauldron of riveted bronze plates hammered thin. Made by Cel
Art. Prehistory. Cauldron of riveted bronze plates hammered thin. On the outside the cauldron is decorated with bulls heads and the head of a goddes. Made by Celtic artisans in central Europe

Metal Age. Golden bowls. 1000-800 BC. From Borgbjerg Banke
Art. Prehistory. Metal Age. Golden bowls. 1000-800 BC. Decorated with sun symbols, and several have a handle with a horses head. Used as drinking cups at rituals feasts

Golden vessels. Denmark. The Late Bronze Age. 800-400 BC. Na
Prehistoric. Art. Metal Age. Northern Europe. Golden vessels. Decorated with geometric patterns. Denmark. The Late Bronze Age. 800-400 BC. National Museum of Denmark

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Metalworking is an ancient craft that has shaped civilizations and left a lasting mark on history. From the magnificent Trundholm sun chariot, dating back to the Early Bronze Age in 1400 BC, to the skilled hands of blacksmiths meticulously crafting metal hoops for wagon wheels in 1903, it has always been at the heart of innovation and creation. The Vickers Iron Foundry in Barrow-in-Furness stands as a testament to the industrial revolution, where molten iron was transformed into sturdy structures that propelled progress forward. Witnessing a blast furnace in action is like observing raw power harnessed to shape metals into tools and machinery. Baldwin's Works in Port Talbot, Wales showcases how metalworking became intertwined with architectural marvels. The silver altar from Husu's chapel exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship achieved by combining ebony and precious metals. Delving further into history, we encounter intricate gold rings adorned with cameos from the 3rd century BC or King Arthur himself immortalized through a bronze sculpture created in 1513. A wreath crafted from pure gold during the 4th century BC serves as a reminder of opulence and beauty. Intriguing artifacts such as cabassets made around 1570 demonstrate not only functionality but also artistic expression through steelwork combined with black paint and brass rosette rivets. Delicate lion head earrings or ear pendants made from gold during different eras transport us back to ancient times when jewelry symbolized status and elegance. Metalworking encompasses more than just forging objects; it encapsulates human ingenuity throughout time. It tells stories of technological advancements, cultural expressions, and artistic mastery passed down through generations. Whether it be creating grand sculptures or delicate adornments fit for royalty, metalworking continues to captivate our imagination while leaving an indelible mark on our collective history.