This kitchen chandelier was installed this past week. It is 24″ x 32″ x 17″, mild steel, with a Gilders Paste black finish, with bronze highlights. All the oak leaves were hand cut, filed, veined, and formed. The acorns were made with a top and bottom die, filed, and formed. The
Here are a few more additions to the driveway gate restoration in Cleveland, Ohio. The above leaf (or husk), is 3″ x 12″ x 2-1/2″, of 18 gauge mild steel. There are two, and they are mounted high on the gate piers. The image above shows the two husks together. The
Note: For sale. Serious inquiries should contact Dan at bighornforge@frontier.com …Dan Nauman “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handiwork.”….Psalm 19
This is a prototype for a restoration project in Cleveland, Ohio. The original pieces were stamped. This piece was formed by hand using the French repoussé process. It is made of 18 gauge, and is 16″w x 11-1/2″ h. Four pieces of this form are needed. 510 various pieces, all
This is a continuation of the writings of Nahum “Grandpa” Hersom. I am editing where I see fit. My changes/additions will be in parrethesis with “d.n.” This installment, as in some others, seems to be fragmented. I believe these writings were a “work in progress” for Grandpa, and thus some
This is a continuation of the writings of the late repoussé artisan Nahum “Grandpa” Hersom. Nahum gave me a plethora of notes and drawings. I feel compelled to share his knowledge, to honor Nahum and his life’s work. Plus, there are few books on this subject. These writings should be
This is a continuing series based on the writings of the late repousse’ master, Nahum Hersom. As I have stated in other posts, I will edit by either using parenthesis, or my initials (D.N.) Warning: The products, methods, and/or processes listed here and in other related postings, may be hazardous,
This set of fire tools was inspired by the Arts and Crafts style. Though a newer home, the client’s home speaks of this style. The dimensions were dictated by the client’s request to have 30″ long tools. Thus, the stand has a height of 43″, and is 10″ wide. Bee’s
Here are some images of driveway gates, garden, and pool gates I have made in the past. …Dan Nauman “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”…Proverbs 17:22
(Note: To see a larger image, click on the image.) I have been privileged to have had several commissions at “Lynden Sculpture Garden” on Brown Deer Rd., just north of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This gorgeous site was the home of Harry and Peg Bradley, who purchased the grounds in 1927. Originally