Rectangular Ridged Brooch (J195)
Catalogue Record
Collection
Maker
Cynthia Cousens
Title
Rectangular Ridged Brooch
Made in
Brighton
Date
1988
Description
Rectangular silver brooch wth filigree wires soldered onto the surface to create a ridged effect. The two end pieces are made of 18ct gold and oxidised sterling silver.
Materials and techniques
Paper rolled fine silver sheet. Filigree wires soldered on surface (standard silver). 18ct gold and sterling oxidised end pieces rolled with papyrus to give texture. Stainless steel covered with silver (oxidised ammonium sulphide) bent to form fastening.
Dimensions
length: 10cm
height: 4cm
Object number
J195
Category
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Rectangular Ridged Brooch, Cynthia Cousens, 1988, Crafts Council Collection: J195. Photo: Todd-White Art Photography.
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Rectangular Ridged Brooch, Cynthia Cousens, 1988, Crafts Council Collection: J195. Photo: Todd-White Art Photography.
Maker's statement
Piece where primary concern is a decorative wearable brooch. Part of a series of textured filigree surfaces (second).