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Akis Goumas: in search of the prehistoric craftsman

Interview  /  Artists   Making   CriticalThinking   Ελληνική έκδοση - Greek version
 
Published: 29.01.2018
The reconstitution of a Mycenaean goldsmithing technique in the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, Greece.
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
2018
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Intro
He tames the fire with love, dedication and patience.
He melts the metal slowly and methodically.
He creates contemporary artworks, jewelry and objects, of excellent craftsmanship, which reflect his deep knowledge of the ancient jewelry techniques.  
He has been acquiring this knowledge through his multi-annual research and his collaboration with archaeologists and museums in a constant search of the prehistoric jeweler .
He is now sharing this knowledge to the new generation of jewelers through training courses and workshops.   
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