Vessel #2117

Copied June Schwarcz, Vessel #2117, 1998, electroformed, sandblasted, oxidized, and enameled copper foil, 10 5⁄8 x 6 1⁄8 x 5 1⁄2 in. (27.1 x 15.6 x 14.1 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of the James Renwick Alliance, 1999.2.1

Artwork Details

Title
Vessel #2117
Artist
Date
1998
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
10 5⁄8 x 6 1⁄8 x 5 1⁄2 in. (27.1 x 15.6 x 14.1 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of the James Renwick Alliance
Mediums
Mediums Description
electroformed, sandblasted, oxidized, and enameled copper foil
Classifications
Keywords
  • Object — other — vase
Object Number
1999.2.1
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1999.2.1

Artwork Description

Vessel #2117 was first constructed from heavy paper to create a pattern for the copper foil. June Schwarcz used strands of copper wire to sew the pieces of foil together, then suspended the vessel in an electroplating bath to build up its pleated walls. Layers of translucent enamel allow the metal to shine through and create a tactile, muted surface.