Frank Johner
Blacksmith
Bière
About
« For me, blacksmithing is much more than just a profession. The forge is the place where all the elements meet: fire, earth, water and air. »
Frank Johner is a blacksmith-taillandier, specialist in old weapons. Always fascinated by fire and iron, he trained as a locksmith-builder and blacksmith-marshal. The symbolism of the blacksmith and the dimensions linked to energy and matter, particularly from the point of view of recovery and ethics, are of particular interest to him.
« I like forging steel. Fire forgives nothing. If you don’t feel it, if you don’t listen to it, it burns everything. »
Frank Johner’s workshop is renowned for edge-working, the manufacture of cutting tools used to carve or cut. In his dark and burning lair, he fashions his creations like the master blacksmiths of old using fire, a quenching tank and the strength of his arms. Inspired by medieval weapons, he likes to reproduce historical pieces, such as ancient swords, axes or shields.
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2011 Migros Magazine 22 - Half warrior, half wise, he forges the old-fashioned way
Paticipation ACD
GOOD 2023 Vaud
Canton
Arts Crafts
Domain
Other
Accessible by public transport
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Address
Route de La Picarde 10
1145 Bière
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Contact
079 458 45 32Share