Saddler’s Court Gallery
offers the work of more than 100 Tasmanian artists and crafts people. We choose each piece personally, not in terms of what is fashionable or what sells best, but according to its ability to reflect something of Tasmania.
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Saddler’s Court Galleryoffers the work of more than 100 Tasmanian artists and crafts people. We choose each piece personally, not in terms of what is fashionable or what sells best, but according to its ability to reflect something of Tasmania. |
Artesia PewterEstablished in 1984, Artesia Pewter today is run by David Cousins. Originally from Zimbabwe, David was trained as an electronics engineer but also had over 30 years experience in screenprinting, in the design and production of unusual lamps combining timber and ceramic, and is now the technical expert in Artesia Pewter. David’s wife Les has graphic design qualifications and her designs have been used in the development of new products. Tin from the Renison mine on Tasmania’s west coast is sent to a smelter in Brisbane where it is made into pewter to Artesia’s specifications. It contains 94% tin (which is soft), 4% antimony (which gives a sharper cast) and 2% copper (for malleability). This is cast in Tasmania into over 80 items including whimsical animal figurines, spoons, coasters, letter openers, bowls and salad servers.
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