About the Craftsmen
Lustthal Workshop is a family-run business, founded by two brothers bound together by their shared craft. Every piece we create is the result of our joint collaboration, with each of us specializing in different aspects of the making process, ensuring a blend of expertise and creativity in every project.
Luka
I specialize in projects that demand precision with both hammer and file. My favorite work revolves around creating historical replicas and artisanal pieces, including sabres, daggers, ornamental forgings, and any other projects that require an artist’s touch.
In addition to my work as a blacksmith, I am a trained woodworker with experience in furniture making and timber framing. My journey into blacksmithing and metalworking began in high school, and I’ve been honing my skills ever since. Outside my craft, I spend much of my time painting, which helps refine my eye for proportions, detail, and aesthetics.
My personal interests include exploring historical objects, museums, paintings, and architecture. I take great pleasure in discovering timeless shapes, objects, and techniques crafted by past generations, finding inspiration in the ingenuity of those who came before us.
Jon
Design philosophy
Our design philosophy is straightforward: we aim to create pieces that are not only visually alluring, but also deliver exceptional performance. Balancing the beauty of curvature, straight lines and natural textures with functionality is at the heart of everything we make.
Our designs are inspired by history and the craftsmanship of past generations. We’re driven by the beauty of objects made centuries ago, enduring through corrosion of time and still holding a timeless aesthetic. This resilience to time is what we strive to achieve in the pieces we create.
Our references
In recent years, we’ve had the privilege of collaborating with several museums across Slovenia. We specialize in recreating historical replicas with precise attention to dimensions and material specifications. Our process involves working closely with museums, using the information they provide, and conducting our own in-depth research into the time period, available materials, and exact measurements when needed.
Some past exhibitions we worked on:
“Nekoč je bil Gutenwerd” (30 January - 3 November 2024), National Museum of Slovenia. We replicated over fifty tools discovered in an abandoned 15.th century medieval village, which was destroyed during the Ottoman invasion of southern Slovenia.
“Vitezi Rajhenburški” (permanent exhibition, 2024), Castle Rajhenburg. For this exhibition, we produced an exact replica of a medieval hand cannon discovered in Tannenberg. It is prominently displayed in their new weapons exhibit.
“V deželi, ki se imenuje Metlika” (permanent exhibition, 2024), Belokranjski muzej Metlika. We created an exact replica of a medieval sword discovered in a local river. By carefully following the original sword's dimensions, we crafted a precise reproduction for display in the museum.
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