Star Ring

Joe Wood, Star Ring, 1999, sterling silver and 18k gold, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Libby Cooper, 2001.11, © 1999, Joe Wood
Copied Joe Wood, Star Ring, 1999, sterling silver and 18k gold, 1 121 181 18 in. (3.73.02.8 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Libby Cooper, 2001.11, © 1999, Joe Wood

Artwork Details

Title
Star Ring
Artist
Date
1999
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
1 121 181 18 in. (3.73.02.8 cm)
Copyright
© 1999, Joe Wood
Credit Line
Gift of Libby Cooper
Mediums
Mediums Description
sterling silver and 18k gold
Classifications
Object Number
2001.11

Artwork Description

The radial symmetry of Star Ring reflects Joe Wood’s affinity for hypnotic imagery and geometric forms. Wood intentionally confuses any meanings associated with the design by treating the sterling silver with burned oils to give the metal “an ambiguous age.”