Artist

Gallen Benson

born Minneapolis, MN 1951
Born
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Biography

Self-taught jeweler Gallen Benson has been making jewelry for more than thirty years. Benson’s jewelry is colorful and elaborate, made with intricate cloisonné, carving, and enamel techniques. His innovative designs mix antique and modern elements, and he often uses plants and animals for inspiration.

Works by this artist (341 items)

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Carl Newman, Two Female Figure Studies, drawing, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry Sayen and Miss Ann Sayen on behalf of Helene Zaun Newman, 1967.63.310B
Two Female Figure Studies
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Carl Newman, Group of Three Nudes, drawing, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry Sayen and Miss Ann Sayen on behalf of Helene Zaun Newman, 1967.63.246
Group of Three Nudes
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Carl Newman, Two Female Nudes, drawing, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry Sayen and Miss Ann Sayen on behalf of Helene Zaun Newman, 1967.63.260
Two Female Nudes
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Carl Newman, Reclining Female Nude, drawing, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry Sayen and Miss Ann Sayen on behalf of Helene Zaun Newman, 1967.63.61
Reclining Female Nude
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