First published 1993
This comprehensive manual opens with the fundamental properties of sheet copper and the essential tools required for metalworking. Fuller demonstrates how raw copper sheets transform into functional and decorative objects through systematic techniques. The book covers forming methods from basic shaping to complex sculptural work. Fuller explains hammering techniques, annealing processes, and joining methods that allow craftspeople to create vessels, architectural elements, and artistic pieces. Each chapter builds upon previous skills, moving from simple bowls and containers to intricate repousse work and three-dimensional forms. The author addresses common problems that arise during the shaping process and provides solutions based on decades of workshop experience. Fuller concludes by showing how traditional coppersmithing methods remain relevant for contemporary makers seeking to work with this versatile metal.
Genres: art, non-fiction, how-to
Vibes: instructional, technical, thought-provoking
Tropes: how-to, instructional
Period: 19th-century, 20th-century, 21st-century
317 pages · Paperback · Astragal Press