David Smith with a large dragon weathervane

I use Earth elements, sculpting and Old World metalsmithing techniques to create some of the finest hand-forged architectural elements, especially weathervanes. The process is done entirely free-hand, without the use of moulds, stamps, or machines. It takes an average of 80 - 250 hours, depending on the size and complexity of the design, to create each piece. The end result is a unique work of art that will someday be worth a small fortune as an antique -- an investment in fine art that your family will enjoy for generations.

David Smith
Sublime, Texas


Griffin Weathervane by David Smith

"How could our eyes see the sun, unless they are sunlike themselves?"
--Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, 1749-1832


Serpentine Dragon Weathervane by David Smith

Basilisk Weathervane by David Smith

Basilisk Weathervane (detail)

Basilisk Weathervane (detail)


Self-portrait

Above: Self-portrait. 5" x 7" Copper relief; 2003.
Description text and images Copyright © 2006 David Smith