Silversmith (Page 2)

The Silversmiths collection at Encyclopedia.Design explores the artistry, techniques, and influence of the craftsmen who shape silver into exquisite works of art and function. From historical silverware and jewelry to modern sculptural and industrial applications, silversmiths have combined skill, creativity, and innovation to create timeless pieces.

What You’ll Find in This Collection:

Profiles of Renowned Silversmiths – Discover Paul de Lamerie, Hester Bateman, Georg Jensen, Tiffany & Co., and contemporary silver artists.
Silversmithing Techniques – Learn about hand-hammering, engraving, repoussé, chasing, casting, and filigree work used in silver design.
Silver in Decorative Arts & Design – Explore how silversmiths contribute to fine tableware, jewelry, trophies, religious artifacts, and contemporary sculpture.
Silver Styles & Periods – From Baroque and Rococo silverwork to Art Nouveau and modernist designs, trace the evolution of silver craftsmanship.
The Future of Silversmithing – Investigate how technology, sustainable materials, and digital fabrication are shaping the next generation of silver artistry.

From elaborate 18th-century silverware to modern minimalist designs, silversmiths have played a crucial role in both luxury craftsmanship and functional metalwork. This collection provides a comprehensive look into the history, techniques, and legacy of silver design.

📌 Discover the artists and techniques that have defined silversmithing across history and into the modern era.

Sauceboat and spoon byCarl Fjerdingstad

Carl Christian Fjerdingstad was a Norwegian designer born in Kristiansand and active in Blaricum (Norway), the Netherlands, and Paris. Carl Christian Fjerdingstad worked as a designer for Orfèvrerie Christofle in Paris and a silversmith for Henry van de Velde. His work combined French designs with the hammered surfaces and round shapes of Danish silverware.Read More →

Octagonal jewelery box with domed lid

J.M. van Kempen started a silver factory in Utrecht in 1835, later moving to Voorschoten. The company expanded into sculptural work and hired outside artists in the 1800s.Read More →