Goldsmiths' Large Furnace 1771

Editor: This is Robert Bénard's "Goldsmiths' Large Furnace." It feels like a page torn from a manual, a snapshot into a goldsmith's world. What do you find striking about this piece? Curator: It's a fascinating glimpse into the pre-industrial world, isn't it? I'm drawn to the precision of the lines, each tool rendered with a loving clarity. It speaks to a time when craft was king, and even the most utilitarian objects held a certain… elegance. Do you get that sense too? Editor: Absolutely! It's like poetry in metalwork. I never thought of tools as being… beautiful. Curator: Beauty is everywhere, if you just know where to look. This print reminds us that even the most functional objects can reflect artistry.