The Secret of Damascus Steel
by Serge Averbukh
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Title
The Secret of Damascus Steel
Artist
Serge Averbukh
Medium
Digital Art - Digital Painting
Description
Introducing "Abstracts Plus" collection by by Serge Averbukh, showcasing convergent media pieces, which by utilizing a visual language of shape, form, color and line are meant to create a composition capable of existing with a degree of independence from standard visual references.
Here you will find a selection of fine art prints, framed as well as stretched/wrapped canvas, featuring an original abstract composition 'The Secret of Damascus Steel'.
Damascus steel was a type of steel used in Indian and Middle Eastern swordmaking, originally based on wootz steel, steel developed in South India before the Common Era. These swords are characterized by distinctive patterns of banding and mottling reminiscent of flowing water. Such blades were reputed to be tough, resistant to shattering and capable of being honed to a sharp, resilient edge.
The original method of producing Damascus steel is not known. Because of differences in raw materials and manufacturing techniques, modern attempts to duplicate the metal have not been entirely successful. Despite this, several individuals in modern times have claimed that they have rediscovered the methods by which the original Damascus steel was produced.
The reputation and history of Damascus steel has given rise to many legends, such as the ability to cut through a rifle barrel or to cut a hair falling across the blade. Although certain types of modern steel outperform these swords, chemical reactions in the production process made the blades extraordinary for their time, as damascus steel was superplastic and very hard at the same time.
The origin of the term Damascus steel is somewhat uncertain; it may either refer to swords made or sold in Damascus directly, or it may just refer to the aspect of the typical patterns, by comparison with Damask fabrics (which are in turn named after Damascus)
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