Big Bead Necklace #142 Product:Big Bead Necklace #142 Removable glass elements are set

Removable glass elements are set in a wood base painted black

Uniquely fabricated by repeatedly rolling and fusing layers of patinated sterling silver with 18k and 22k gold to achieve a heavily textured surface

This work began life as a line drawing created en plein aire

Each piece of veneer is thoughtfully selected and placed with consideration of the grain direction

Egg tempera paint consists of pigment

Big Bead Necklace #142 Product:Big Bead Necklace #142 Removable glass elements are setMade over aluminum armatures to keep the necklace lightweight, this polymer piece is a collection of ideas done in collaboration between the two artists. The beads graduate slightly and the hidden clasp is cast sterling silver with polymer inlay.