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February 16, 2008 - 7pm - “Behind the revival of Chasing and Repousse.”
(45 min seminar with master Valentin Yotkov
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valentin yotkovAfter becoming almost a lost art, the ancient metalsmithing techniques of Chasing and Repousse are currently experiencing their modern day Renaissance. Repousse is the process of raising intricate reliefs directly in metal such as gold, silver or copper.

We are honored to represent Master Silversmith Valentin Yotkov, one of the world's foremost experts in Chasing and Repousse and the driving force behind the revival of this Art form in the United States.

Trained in the “Old world” apprenticeship system of Europe, at the age of 22 Valentin became the youngest member in the history of the National Silversmiths Guild of Bulgaria. Three years later he became the president of the guild.

Mr. Yotkov's work has been exhibited nationally and around the world since 1980 and he is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards.

Today the Valentin Yotkov Studio is the only school in the United States specializing in chasing and repousse instruction. More than 1500 jewelers, jewelry designers and metal smiths have studied with Valentin. Among them are members of the Tiffany & Co.'s silverware department. (click here for more)

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Valentin Yotkov Seminar


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