Bowker Biography:
Adolph Steines

Adolf Steines belongs in the highest echelon of German master metal smiths. He was born into a metal working family in Trier, Germany in 1935. At 20 he earned the diploma of Master Blacksmith. He continued his studies in Venice, Italy and also studied design and architecture at the Academy of Arts in Stuttgart, Germany. At 28 he opened his own metal studio in Bekond, Germany, where he created contemporary and traditional works in iron and bronze. Perhaps the most famous among these is the portal to the Royal Palace in Saudi Arabia.

His many awards include: the Annual Artisan Craftsman Prize from the state of Rhineland-Palatinate in 1961, the Annual Artisan Craftsman Prize of the city of Trier in 1984, and the Award for Contemporary Blacksmithing at the International Blacksmithing Exhibition in Lindau, Germany in 1984.

His book, Metall-Treiben, now in its 4th edition, has been translated into English under the title Moving Metal. Here he presents many beautiful examples of his art including techniques, tools, and materials in clear detail, which a novice can understand and follow. There is, however, a wealth of information on refined techniques and tricks of the trade, born out of decades of experience, which will surprise and stimulate even the expert. Methodically laid out, the text gives in detail all the instructions essential for the artist of repoussé, whether blacksmith, jeweler, silversmith, or sculptor. Profusely illustrated, this work covers design and design transfer, chasing, repoussé, sinking, raising, and surface treatment in great detail.

 

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