Earrings (J62)
Catalogue Record
Collection
Maker
Jacqueline Mina
Title
Earrings
Made in
London
Date
1976
Description
Pair of non-identical earrings made of gold and oxidised iron, one with a triangular fan shaped textured shape dangling from a large sheppard hook, the other with an iron half circle piece dangling from a sheppard hook.
Materials and techniques
18ct pale yellow gold and oxidised iron. Fan-shaped pendant is textured and thickened at the edge by burning the surface. Earwires are tapered by forging and twisted to strengthen the thinnest end.
Dimensions
length: 8cm
width: 1.8cm
Object number
J62
Category
Maker's statement
This piece exemplifies my interest in making a direct statement whilst at the same time paying attention to fine detail & craftsmanship, & is allied in spirit to my P453 necklet and P460 bracelet
Jacquelinw Mina, 22 February 1978
Jacquelinw Mina, 22 February 1978