The latch is based on a real antique latch from the 18th century, here is my mini version.
The body of the latch was made out of a solid piece of 2mm thick brass, with a 1,2mm hole drilled into it for the bolt part of the latch, I used a spring on the bottom end of the bolt to ensure that the latch will stay in the closed position...we don't want teacups flying all over the place :-) The tiny knob was turned on the lathe and threaded to screw into the hole that I drilled and tapped in the bolt.
And here it is finished and installed on the table.
Time for tea I think.
Have a great week everybody.
Elga
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15 comments:
The table and the bolt are beautiful Elga. I love how you made the bolt. You are learning so many new, wonderful skills in metal. :-))
Beautiful latch Elga and it has finished your table off perfectly.
Dear Elga,
Your table is incredible. I love your skills. Even working with metal! I'm still recovering and come to nothing. You go girl!!
Hugs Dorien
You are amazing! :D I love that it is not only functional but beautiful as well.
Que perfección de mesa está hecha a todo detalle. Las sillas a juego y el tapizado hacen un conjunto precioso.
Un abrazo
Maite
I love how you use the skills learned in classes in new projects. This is a lovely little latch! Such a wonderful, pretty and useful detail. Anything working is especially appealing in miniature I think!
Beautiful work, Elga! Love the fact that your work is always so detailed and beautifully finished
hugs,
Gee
Love it Elga a masterpiece in miniature.
The table is so beautiful and the latch is perfect. Thanks for posting this amazing piece---
I looked at the latch thinking that it was a full-sized one shown as an example and then the next photo included a toothpick which was when I realized that the latch was TINY! I am Impressed beyond BEYOND! Your work is so Meticulous and when showcased with your Fabulous needlework makes it ALL Picture PERFECT! :D
It's a beautiful table Elga. I love the wood and the brass latch finishes it off perfectly =0)
Beautiful table.
Beautiful Elga! I just don't know how you can create such perfect miniatures and the details in such small scale!!
Really cool!
I love it you went that extra mile and returned to an older project, and turned an already great miniature into an superb one! Chapeau Elga!
Oh my Godness. The first photo ,I thought that it is real room . Amazing work!!, I looked back through some of your older blog posts, and I think all your work is beautiful - so very well done. I'm looking forward to seeing many more of the lovely pieces that you make.
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