In a time defined by the absence of dedicated galleries and advanced educational programs within the fields of jewellery and silversmithing, a new initiative emerges Danish Metal Crafts, a juried exhibition created to give voice and visibility to an art form too often overlooked

The story began during 3 Days of Design in 2023, where the exhibition first appeared as an open-air showcase on Sankt Annæ Plads. From its very first edition, the mission was clear: to support the traditions of jewelry and corpus art, and to contribute to the broader narrative of Denmark as a vibrant intersection of art, design, and craftsmanship.

Now, this vision returns—stronger, more innovative, and with its eyes fixed firmly on the future. Under the name Danish Metal Crafts, the exhibition will unfold within the historic halls of Moltkes Palæ from April 16 to 18, 2026. Here, some of Denmark’s most remarkable jewelry and corpus artists will present a curated series of seven works each, alongside a specially commissioned piece created exclusively for the occasion.

Each of these works will be displayed in custom-designed, illuminated vitrines, crafted specifically for the exhibition and engineered for mobility. These cases will serve not only as frames for the art, but as vessels for its continued journey in the years to come.

Behind this initiative stands a trio of devoted professionals, Lars Glad, Lone Christensen, and Josefine Rønsholt Smith, whose combined expertise has shaped an exhibition long awaited within the field: a gathering point designed to elevate, connect, and honour the craft.

The ambition is clear: to establish Danish Metal Crafts as an annual event where jewelry and corpus artists may exhibit and sell their work in exclusive, thoughtfully curated surroundings, an exhibition with a dedicated focus on quality, artistry, and the material language of metal.

Yet Danish Metal Crafts aspires to be more than an exhibition. It is envisioned as a living platform, a space for dialogue, peer support, and the celebration of diversity within the field.

As Denmark continues to hold its place on the global stage of architecture and design, its unique traditions of craftsmanship remain deeply valued. This exhibition seeks to illuminate the essential role of jewelry and corpus art within that legacy—timeless, tactile, and full of narrative potential.