This ground-breaking exhibition celebrated the exceptional creativity and skill which make Britain a world leader in modern silver.

The Silversmith’s Art featured 150 masterpieces made by 66 acclaimed silversmiths between 2000 and 2015. 

At the heart of the exhibition was The Goldsmiths’ Company’s role as patron of contemporary studio silver. This guild, situated in the City of London, has supported Britain’s gold and silversmithing trades for over 700 years.

The Goldsmiths' Company

Today it holds a world-renowned collection of British silver and commissions exceptional creative work each year, which is profiled in the exhibition. Supported by films and workshop installations, the exhibition examines key silversmithing techniques and the inspirations behind artist-silversmiths’ cutting-edge designs. Highlights include major works by Stuart Devlin, Malcolm Appleby, Michael Lloyd, Jane Short and Rod Kelly, to name just a few.