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Donald Friedlich, Translucence Series Brooch, 2001, glass and 14k and 18k gold, 2 3⁄8 x 2 3⁄8 x 3⁄8 in. (6.0 x 5.9 x 1.1 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of the James Renwick Alliance, Lichtenberg Family Foundation, and Smithsonian Women’s Committee, 2002.9, © 2001, Donald Friedlich
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Translucence Series Brooch
- Artist
- Date
- 2001
- Location
- Not on view
- Dimensions
- 2 3⁄8 x 2 3⁄8 x 3⁄8 in. (6.0 x 5.9 x 1.1 cm)
- Copyright
- © 2001, Donald Friedlich
- Credit Line
- Gift of the James Renwick Alliance, Lichtenberg Family Foundation, and Smithsonian Women’s Committee
- Mediums Description
- glass and 14k and 18k gold
- Classifications
- Object Number
- 2002.9
Artwork Description
In his Translucence Series, Donald Friedlich carved ordinary clear glass as if it were a gem. Because the glass is transparent, the color and texture of the wearer’s clothing become a part of the piece. The brooch also reflects and bends rays of light, causing its appearance to change with the slightest movement.