Bowl – Oak Bowl

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Basic Information

Accession Number:2005.1186
Collection:Applied Art – Silver
Date:2004 – 2004

Maker Information

Silversmith:Michael Lloyd – View biography for Michael Lloyd

Notes

Born in Salisbury, Michael Lloyd graduated from the Royal College of Art in 1976. For ten years he lived on a Dutch barge, sailing the rivers and canals of France, Belgium and Holland. During this time, he raised and chased small bowls with decoration inspired by the surrounding countryside.

The subtle, chased decoration of this bowl reveals Lloyd’s sensitive observation of nature, and his artistic approach to the subject. In his words: " The objective of my work is a spiritual act, an act of thanksgiving for, and linking me to, my surroundings."

Purchased for Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery by the Contemporary Art Society Special Collection Scheme with funds from the Arts Council Lottery Fund, the Crafts Council and the Friends of Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery.

Further Information

Medium:22ct gold, hand raised and chased.
Material(s):22ct gold
Place of Origin:Castle Douglas, Kirkudbrightshire, Scotland

Dimensions

Height:70 mm
Diameter:65 mm