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
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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
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.