Bronze Making: Smelting, Casting
| Date | Saturday 2nd March 2013 |
|---|---|
| Time | 9:30 until 16:00 |
| Meet At | Main Reception, Woodland Discovery Centre J G Graves Woodland Discovery Centre Ecclesall Woods Abbey Lane Sheffield S7 2QZ |
| Organised By | Ecclesall Woods Craft Courses |
| Bus Route | 97 or 98 |
| Description | BRONZE METALLURGY WORKSHOP Introduction to metallurgy: Looking at the evidence for the first use of metals. It reviews the archaeological evidence and considers the problems for those wishing to reconstruct the processes. Pulling swords from Stones: The smelting of minerals: Working in groups of 2-3 this session provides you with the opportunity to transform minerals in to metal. You will reconstruct some of the earliest processes used by humans to win metal from the earth. Casting and cursing: The production of bronze artefacts: In this second practical session you will explore the possibilities for early bronze casting using authentic materials. You will learn to master the bellows and furnace and how to manage crucibles and hot metal. You will work towards producing a bronze artefact using the metal smelted in the earlier practical. Directions: sent with booking confirmation what to bring: work clothes; pen and notebook; Let us know: if you have any special needs Price: £80 Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £10 admin fee) No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course Lunch: bring a packed lunch |
| Contact | Wes Hedge |
| Phone No. | 0114 2356348 |
| Wes.Hedge [at] sheffield.gov.uk | |
| Website | http://www.ecclesallwoodscraftcourses.co.uk/ |
| Type of Event | Practical Activity |
| Primary Focus | General Interest |
| Wheelchair/Pushchair Accessible | Yes |
| Suitable for Families | No |