The Forge
Goblet
ca.1981 (made)
ca.1981 (made)
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The revival of point engraving on glass in the 20th century is a particularly British phenomenon. Primarily taking the form of topographical illustration, it follows a tradition of neo-Romanticism evident in mid-20th century British painting. Point engraving of this type has been practiced at a high level by only a handful of artists, Peter David is one such artist.
David's Work was admired by the engraver Lawrence Whistler, and illustrated prominently in his survey Point Engraving on Glass (1992). This engraved goblet, 'The Forge', exemplifies the delicacy and subtle illusion achievable through the technique. According to the artist's widow, it was one of his favourite engraved works, and is known to have been lent back to the artist for exhibition on more than one occasion.
David's Work was admired by the engraver Lawrence Whistler, and illustrated prominently in his survey Point Engraving on Glass (1992). This engraved goblet, 'The Forge', exemplifies the delicacy and subtle illusion achievable through the technique. According to the artist's widow, it was one of his favourite engraved works, and is known to have been lent back to the artist for exhibition on more than one occasion.
Object details
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Object type | |
Title | The Forge (assigned by artist) |
Materials and techniques | |
Brief description | 'The Forge', glass goblet, point engraved, Peter David, Sussex, ca. 1981 |
Physical description | Glass engraved using the point engraving technique. |
Credit line | Given by Anthony Rees |
Summary | The revival of point engraving on glass in the 20th century is a particularly British phenomenon. Primarily taking the form of topographical illustration, it follows a tradition of neo-Romanticism evident in mid-20th century British painting. Point engraving of this type has been practiced at a high level by only a handful of artists, Peter David is one such artist. David's Work was admired by the engraver Lawrence Whistler, and illustrated prominently in his survey Point Engraving on Glass (1992). This engraved goblet, 'The Forge', exemplifies the delicacy and subtle illusion achievable through the technique. According to the artist's widow, it was one of his favourite engraved works, and is known to have been lent back to the artist for exhibition on more than one occasion. |
Other number | 9685 - Glass gallery number |
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Accession number | C.71-2007 |
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Record created | December 14, 2007 |
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