Created by
Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
Date
ca. 1979
Medium
brass wire and brass
Dimensions
H x W x D: 7 1/2 × 13 × 5 in. (19.1 × 33 × 12.7 cm)
Description
This is a wire sculpture model designed and created by jeweler Art Smith. The sculpture is made of brass wires that have been soldered together and twisted in an abstract way into two loops. One wire’s end is soldered to a flattened a trapezoid shape with one short base.
Classification
Decorative Arts, Craft, and Design
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
sculpture
Topic
Art
Craftsmanship
Fashion
Fashion design
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles L. Russell
Object number
2023.12.31
Restrictions & Rights
© Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd59b5779e0-5aa7-4cb5-a207-133448df72e6

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