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Joshua Aubrook, a recent graduate from the Masters program at the Royal College of Art, Battersea, for part of his final year showcase he made a ceramic sculpture of a fire, gilded with 23 - 23.75 carat gold leaf purchased ourselves here at Wrights of Lymm   The details of the piece is below - Lekkerland - Fire  2023  h...

Gold leaf, with its radiant and lustrous appearance, has long been admired as a symbol of wealth and luxury. Its timeless allure has captivated artists, craftsmen, and designers throughout history. When it comes to working with gold leaf, understanding the different shades and variations available is essential. Gold leaf colour charts serve as invaluable tools to navigate the vast array...

Gold leaf is a timeless material that exudes opulence and elegance. For centuries, artisans and designers have utilized this luxurious embellishment to enhance their creations and leave a lasting impression. From architecture and interior design to culinary delights and fine art, gold leaf offers endless possibilities for adding a touch of sophistication. In this article, we will explore the best...

Gold leaf is a thin layer of pure gold that is beaten into thin sheets and used for decorative purposes. It has been used for centuries in art, architecture, and design to add a touch of luxury and elegance to various objects and surfaces. In this article, we will explore what gold leaf is, how it is made, and its...

Amazing work by @nagihanseymour never a fault in the work she produces! Be sure to check out her page for more of this talented work!! This painting is shown as part of “The Golden Ratio” Exhibition held at The Lightbox Museum and Gallery in Woking by Nagihan Seymour Art Studio. The Exhibition started on January 13th and is open to visitors...

An amazing piece of work by @rosshastiesigns be sure to check out his page!!   in a new salon, using imitation gold leaf for the veins by the talented Ross Hastie. He says it was well out of his comfort zone but managed to achieve what the customer was looking for after much standing back and squinting! Learnt a lot in the...

This amazing transformation had to be shared !! Dave is one of the most skilled gilders we know and has worked on some of the most wonderful projects, and it has been our pleasure to supply Dave with Gold Leaf over the years and seeing his finished work, always done to such a high spec !! If you need any...

Artwork By Nickie Kelly Just a few pieces one of our regular customers work.  Nickie uses 24ct, 23.5ct and 12ct Gold Leaf to create these amazing pieces of unique art.  All her pieces are for sale and you can see these on her Instagram @nickiekellyart or visit her website www.nickiekelly.com  

Master Gilder Roger Newton and his daughter Kate Elwell) started ‘Master the art’ last summer having converted a disused outbuilding at Leighton into a wonderful new studio.

The amazing work by one of our clients Sarah. This sideboard was thoroughly cleaned, sanded back and primed with Bin shellac. It was then painted using Frenchic After Midnight and sealed with satin varnish. The square rims were painted using Wright's of Lymm Rich Pale Gold mixed with Posh Chalk infusor. Once the Debona paper was added, the final touch...