Asymmetry Bracelet

Copied Frank Patania, Asymmetry Bracelet, ca. 1960, fabricated sterling silver, 2 x 2 1⁄2 x 2 1⁄2 in. (5.1 x 6.4 x 6.4 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of the Patania Family, 2000.100.2A

Artwork Details

Title
Asymmetry Bracelet
Artist
Date
ca. 1960
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
2 x 2 1⁄2 x 2 1⁄2 in. (5.1 x 6.4 x 6.4 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of the Patania Family
Mediums Description
fabricated sterling silver
Classifications
Object Number
2000.100.2A
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/2000.100.2A

Artwork Description

Asymmetry Bracelet illustrates Frank Patania Jr.’s concern with basic geometric shapes. Inspired by architecture and sculpture, his simplified, streamlined designs reflect a belief that greater value should be placed on the artist’s creativity than on the materials used. Here, six irregularly shaped pieces of silver are soldered together; these are then finished and polished to emphasize the form and the reflective qualities of the precious metal.