Mokumegane bowl made of Shibuishi, by Dr Ian Ferguson, Royal College of Art, 1990-1996. Mokumegane bowl made of Shibuishi 1990-1996
Sample of Mokumegane in fine silver and shibuishi (Japanese metal comprising 67% copper, 33% silver, plus gilding metal; spotted effect). This was heated at 600°C to give a natural finish. Made by Dr Ian Ferguson at the Royal College of Art, 1990-1996. Mokume gane in silver and shibuishi 1990-1996
Sample of Mokumegane in sterling silver and shibuishi, which was heated at 600°C and suspended in ammonia vapour. Made by Dr Ian Ferguson at the Royal College of Art, 1990-1996. Mokume gane in sterling silver and shibuishi 1990-1996