Works from the 1930s – 1970s
1930s
Franco’s hand seems guided by ancestral and distant memories; during these
years, his expressive archetype begins to take shape.
His jewels are repoussé and chased compositions in which he transposes and invents his fantastic and surreal world.
1940s
1940s
The metalworking techniques learned at the Cantù School of Applied Arts were only basic notions for working with metals; for his growth in the field of jewelry making, Franco relied on experimentation, working in repoussé and, toward the end of the decade, discovering chasing.
The works from these years are instinctive and free from conditioning, with a
primitive aesthetic.
1950s
The repoussé and chasing technique dates back to ancient times and allows Franco to express his dreamlike world through his creations.
His skill in chasing enables him to bring his surreal characters to life, as is clearly evident when observing his works.
1960s
1960s
During these years, his work as a sculptor-goldsmith becomes increasingly appreciated
by collectors, and he begins working with gold combined with silver; the use of this precious metal and its unique and special characteristics enhance the intrinsic and technical quality of his jewels.
Daverio’s passion for materials and the mastery he possessed in
shaping them is evident when we observe his creations.
1970s
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