about
A fine art foundry in Putney, London, established in 1986.
our story
Arch Bronze was founded in Putney in 1986 by Chris Nash and Gabrielle Brisbane. For four decades, it has remained an independent, family run foundry, building long standing relationships with artists, galleries and studios in the UK and internationally.
From its workshops beneath the railway arches, the foundry has produced work ranging from small, highly detailed pieces to large scale sculpture and public commissions. That breadth of experience has shaped Arch Bronze into the foundry it is today: practical, adaptable and deeply rooted in the making of sculpture.
While materials, techniques and technology have evolved considerably since 1986, the character of the business has remained remarkably consistent: a working foundry built on experience, craftsmanship and a shared commitment to the work.
A Place with a History of Sculpture
Arch Bronze has been based beneath the railway arches on Winthorpe Road since the 80s, but the site’s connection with sculpture goes back much further.
Arch 24 was previously occupied by sculptor Bryan Kneale, while neighbouring Arch 25 was used by Henri Gaudier-Brzeska in 1913-14.
More than a century later, sculpture is still being made beneath the same railway line, giving Arch Bronze a distinctive sense of place and continuity.
The People Behind the Foundry
As a family run foundry, Arch Bronze is supported by a skilled and trusted team, many with backgrounds in art, sculpture and making.
That artistic education brings an understanding of the sensitivity required when collaborating with artist’s work. At every stage, the team is trusted to handle each piece with care, discretion and respect for the artist’s original intention.
Technical skill, patience and genuine enthusiasm for sculpture remain central to the way the foundry works.