Harold O'Connor, Ring, 1998, silver, 18k gold, granulation, 1 1⁄8 x 1 5⁄8 x 1 1⁄2 in. (2.9 x 4.1 x 3.8 cm.), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mobilia Gallery, 1998.111.2
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Ring
- Artist
- Date
- 1998
- Location
- Not on view
- Dimensions
- 1 1⁄8 x 1 5⁄8 x 1 1⁄2 in. (2.9 x 4.1 x 3.8 cm.)
- Credit Line
- Gift of Mobilia Gallery
- Mediums Description
- silver, 18k gold, granulation
- Classifications
- Object Number
- 1998.111.2
Artwork Description
This ring displays Harold O’Connor’s technical mastery of granulation. Believing that a “good artist must be able to improvise,” O’Connor avoids repetitive work by constantly challenging himself with imaginative and innovative designs.