Metalwork refers to the art form that involves shaping and manipulating metals such as gold, silver, bronze, or iron to create decorative objects or functional items.
Think of metalwork as the art of transforming solid metals into intricate designs and structures, much like how a blacksmith shapes molten metal into beautiful weapons or armor.
Repoussé: A metalworking technique where thin sheets of metal are hammered from the back to create raised designs on the front surface.
Filigree: A delicate form of metalwork that involves twisting fine wires together to create intricate patterns or lace-like designs.
Cloisonné: An ancient technique where thin strips of metal are used to create compartments (cloisons) which are then filled with enamel to produce colorful designs on metal surfaces.
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