Goldsmith welding with a blowtorch

Goldsmith heats a golden diamond ring to be molded for a stone setting.
A blowtorch is ideal for heating and also for small meltings.
Controlled by a footpedal, the torch sucks air directly from the atmosphere, so no oxygen bottles are needed.

Master goldsmith David Bendecon has a goldsmith's shop in the 19th century artisan’s residence in Jyväskylä, Toivola old courtyard.

Video and sound recording: Leena Ahonen
Photographer: Leena Ahonen