Galerija
Silverbirch
51 Watergate Street, Chester CH1 2LB
Tel: 01244 351115
Located in the heart of this
historic city, Galerija Silverbirch was opened by Karyn
Libecans in October 2004 and offers an outstanding selection
of art works of every kind. The gallery occupies an
interesting building with a vaulted ceiling that is believed
to have been part of a 14th century monastery that stood here.
Subdued lighting accentuates the white walls and highlights
the imaginatively displayed pieces around the gallery;
contemporary music plays softly in the background. There's a
good choice of modern paintings, both originals and framed
prints.
Some
truly striking sculptures are carefully positioned for maximum
effect. Smaller items include hand-made jewellery in silver
and precious stones, especially Baltic Amber; hand-made wooden
lamps and decorative pieces such as toadstools and mushrooms,
and mirrors in wooden frames. The gallery also stocks a superb
range of furniture, hand-made using English woods such as oak
and elm chests, dressers, coffee tables, chairs all in
delightfully original designs; and a range of colourful
ceramics. A great place to visit if you are looking for gifts
with something very special about them.