Hal Messel, Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler, 89-91 Pimlico Road London SW1, 3rd – 6th May 2017
Hal Messel putting the finishing touches to a candelabra
in his workshop.
It makes perfect sense that this wonderful interior design firm should host an exhibition of the distinctive works of silversmith Hal Messel as they are well-known for commissioning one-offs and bespoke designs in their long, distinguished history. It is also a great way to celebrate London Craft Week.
A set of sterling silver and cast glass shell salt cellars.
Hal Messel, great-nephew of the celebrated stage and film designer Oliver Messel, turned from painting to silver. He was trained by Asprey silversmith Steve Wager and also by Jocelyn Burton. His love of traditional methods and great skill has led to numerous commissions on both sides of the Atlantic, including a piece presented to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. As well as finished pieces there will also be a display of Messel’s sketches, photographs of his Gloucestershire studio and works-in-progress.
Sterling silver coral and shell encrusted candelabra.
Hal Messel’s works are available through whttp://www.halmessel.com and www.whiteworksgroup.co.uk.
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