Designed and carved for the beautifully restored King’s Observatory in Richmond Deer Park, which was commissioned in 1769 by King George III, the carving follows King George III’s first heraldic blazon, which is contemporary with the building’s creation. Carved in limewood, painted and gilded.
King George III coat of arms in situ.
King George III coat of arms in the bare limewood, prior to painting, gilding and toning.
Designed and carved for the Worshipful Company of Fishmongers' Prime Warden, the coat of arms combines their classical dolphin emblems and the coat of arms of Lord Phillimore.
The Phillimore coat of arms in the bare lime wood, prior to gilding, painting and toning.
The Worshipful Company of Basketmakers coat of arms, carved in lime wood, water-gilded and painted. The coat of arms is housed in a bespoke, custom-designed display case.
The reverse of the display case for the Worshipful Company of Basketmakers’ coat of arms, in oak, with burr oak quarter-matched panels at front and back and hand-engraved plaque. Case designed and produced by Chris Ward.
A crest carved for a private client. Lime wood.
A faithful rendition of the Worshipful Company of Joiners & Ceilers coat of arms, carved in sweet chestnut, and housed in a bespoke display case.
The Worshipful Company of Joiners & Ceilers crest, rendered in pear wood with a walnut base, at a total height of 10 cm. This carving inspired part of the Company’s 2016 decorations for the Lord Mayor’s Show.
A coat of arms designed for a private client showcasing his dual Jewish and Australian heritage. This design was hand engraved as a signet ring.