In 2008 the GRS Training Center hosted its first metalworking course that focused entirely on the art of repoussé. Valentin Yotkov, who currently resides and works in Brooklyn, New York, is a master silversmith specializing in Chasing, Raising, and Repoussé.

The works shown here are all created in sterling silver. With a pair of heavenly angels adorning the top, this silver jewelry box measured approximately 3 1/3" x 1 3/4". Yotkov fabricated this entire work from sterling silver and used the technique of repoussé to create the three-dimensional metalwork.

The shallow bowl-like piece is a Greek phiale, a shape and meaning that signifies an offering bowl for wine or oil. This phiale features raising and repoussé in sterling silver. It measures approximately 5 1/2" x 3/4". The ornate bowl, which Yotkov completely fabricated, is approximately 3" x 4 3/4". This sterling silver bowl, in contrast, was created using the chasing technique.

If you would like to learn how to create three-dimensional works like those by Valentin Yotkov, call 1-800-835-3519 today or visit the GRS Training Center website to view more about Yotkov and his ornamental repoussé course.