The Silversmith’s Art – Made in Britain Today
An Exhibition by The Goldsmiths’ Company at the National Museum of Scotland
18th September 2015 - 4th January 2016
This ground-breaking exhibition will celebrate the exceptional creativity and skill which make Britain a world leader in modern silver.The Silversmith’s Art features 170 masterpieces from The Goldsmiths' Company's collection, the work of 67 acclaimed silversmiths between 2000 and 2015. At the heart of the exhibition is The Company’s role as patron of contemporary studio silver and its world-renowned collection. Supported by films and workshop installations, the exhibition examines key silversmithing techniques and the inspirations behind cutting-edge designs.
The National Museum of Scotland reopened in summer 2011 following a three-year, £50m redevelopment. Since then it has entered the top ten most popular UK visitor attractions (ALVA), becoming the most popular attraction in the country outside of London with over 6.5 million visitors since re-opening. Collections and displays range from Scottish History and Archaeology, Natural Sciences and World Cultures, and work is currently underway on ten new galleries devoted to decorati...
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