Copper and silver abstract sculpture by Nan Nan Liu

Inspired by the organic nature of her materials, Nan Nan Liu’s earthy copper and sterling silver sculpture is hand-crafted using hammering and soldering techniques. Liu initially conceives her abstract forms by working from photographs, building her design by layering paper to create three-dimensional forms, then translating this into metal. This particular work is a beautiful example of her highly skilled craftsmanship, and her experimentation with different forms and textures using engraving techniques.