Bowl #804

Copied June Schwarcz, Bowl #804, 1981, electroplated copper, and enameled, electroplated, and oiled iron, 5 7887 58 in. (14.920.419.4 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Carl W. Schwarcz, 1981.34

Artwork Details

Title
Bowl #804
Date
1981
Dimensions
5 7887 58 in. (14.920.419.4 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Carl W. Schwarcz
Mediums
Mediums Description
electroplated copper, and enameled, electroplated, and oiled iron
Classifications
Keywords
  • Object — other — dish
Object Number
1981.34

Artwork Description

June Schwarcz uses electroplating and enameling to create colorful textured vessels. She applied the plique-à-jour technique to the surface of Bowl #804. This process does not involve metal backing and allows light to shine through to create a stained-glass effect.