Necklace

Julie Anne Mihalisin, Necklace, 1993, sterling silver, fine silver, and glass, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Sylvia and Eric Elsesser, 2002.72.3
Copied Julie Anne Mihalisin, Necklace, 1993, sterling silver, fine silver, and glass, 8 147 1458 in. (21.018.51.5 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Sylvia and Eric Elsesser, 2002.72.3

Artwork Details

Title
Necklace
Date
1993
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
8 147 1458 in. (21.018.51.5 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Sylvia and Eric Elsesser
Mediums
Mediums Description
sterling silver, fine silver, and glass
Classifications
Object Number
2002.72.3

Artwork Description

By using glass instead of gemstones or enamel paints, Julie Anne Mihalisin questions preconceived ideas about the role of jewelry and the "preciousness" of materials. The artist also strives to express the concept of captured movement in her work.