In light of the recent, very enlightening threads on engravers and their work, I have been pondering a question. I asked this question on another familiar forum, but received no replies. Here's the question.
When looking at an engraved piece, how does one recognize a particular engraver's work? After many years and hundreds of pieces, I know engraver's still are able to identify their own work or that of a fellow craftsman. Do they make certain marks or insert esoteric signatures to identify their work? How would I know if my gun was engraved by a true master or simply a talented student of the artform?
I enjoy looking at beautifully enbellished guns and would like to know how to identify the work of certain engravers, such as our own master, Ken Hurst. I have always enjoed seeing his work, and would love to find one of his pieces in a shop someday, but how can I be sure it is his work? Thanks for the feedback.
Regards,
Charles
