Forged Violin

SKU SCULPTURE010

2nd prize · Hefaiston 2011 30th international meeting of artist blacksmiths, Helfštýn Castle, Czechia Awards & Recognition →

A violin forged in dark steel, laid on red velvet. An instrument that plays only to the eye. Forged steel indoors lasts generations. Dimensions and finish are adapted to your room.

Material
Forged steel

On request

  • Hand-forged in Slovenia
  • Custom sizes, motifs and colours
  • Delivery and installation available

The story

A violin in steel


The violin is forged entirely in dark steel and laid on red velvet. An instrument that plays to the eye only.

In August 2011 Bruno Kalčič and Gregor Mandeljc presented it at Hefaiston, the 30th international meeting of artist blacksmiths at Helfštýn Castle in the Czech Republic. The expert jury awarded it 2nd prize in the demonstrated works category. The Czech certificate reads: Heavymetalové housle, the heavy-metal violin.

We do not forge pieces like this for a catalogue. We forge them because they show where the limit of the craft lies: how far a hammer can take hard material. The same hand that forged the violin forges your railing.

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What people ask us most

What design styles do you work in, Art Nouveau, Baroque, modern minimalist?
Whatever your heart desires.
Do you sign and mark your work like traditional smiths?
Yes.
What warranty do you offer on your forged products?
Pieces for interior use carry a lifetime warranty. Exterior pieces carry 30 years against rust and 10 years on the paint. Mechanical damage is not covered.

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