Singular Talents : Peter Bellerby, Artisan Globemaker

Film by Thibault Vallotton
© Michelangelo Foundation
Bellerby & Co Globemakers, London
www.bellerbyandco.com
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The Michelangelo Foundation
www.michelange...
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Singular Talents is a glimpse into the creative worlds of master artisans, their workshops, age-old techniques, regional influences and individual narratives. By celebrating these “Singular Talents” the exhibition recognises the vital human role at the heart of these precious crafts, the beauty behind each human gesture and the value of a rich heritage of expertise.

[@Mrbg123]

I am very impressed with the work you and you’re team do. In a world where profits and output are prioritized, it’s awesome to see the passion and craftsmanship you all have for this lost and beautiful art form. I am in no way of means, but I will save to one day have my own. I wish you much success in continuing to follow you’re dreams!

[@Fush1234]

I think these are brilliant. If I had millions I’d buy a huge one. However... the repeat purchase is never. So I understand why the price has to be high

[@Globemakers]

Hi Bob, we surprisingly do have return customers! Maybe not multiples of the 127cm diameter Churchill though ;) The pricing reflects the materials and time that goes into handcrafting and hand painting each globe bespoke to order, making each one of a kind, creating our globes in London with highly trained talented artists and makers, handcrafting wood and metal bases bespoke as well. So glad you like our work and what we are doing!

[@TheGroundedAviator]

Wait... you're related to Livingstone?!

[@GreisogramLP]

What kind of backgrounds to the people working in your company have?

[@Globemakers]

Hi Dario, our artists come in as apprentices and they have a background in the arts, design, engineering etc - usually the type of people who love working with their hands and have a great eye for detail.