Ubaldo Vitali

Ubaldo Vitali is a distinguished American silversmith and conservator, hailing from a four-generation Italian lineage of metalworkers. Having honed his craft from childhood in family workshops and through formal studies at prestigious Italian art academies, Vitali established his own workshop in Maplewood, New Jersey, in 1967. He is celebrated for his masterful blend of traditional silversmithing techniques with innovative design. Vitali creates original pieces and serves as a highly sought-after conservator for historical silver, restoring invaluable artifacts for institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Ubaldo was even commissioned to restore a teapot that was made by Paul Revere. His unparalleled skill and dedication to the art form were recognized with a MacArthur Fellowship in 2011, cementing his legacy as a leading figure in contemporary metalwork.