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Magnification Series
Magnification Series

Magnification Series

Object NameBrooch
Artist Donald Friedlich (American, b. 1954)
Made FromGlass, 14-karat Gold, Silver Metal
Date2009
Place MadeUnited States, WI, Madison
TechniquePress-molded, sandblasted, acid-etched
SizeOverall H (with posts and post backs): 2 cm, W: 7.8 cm
Accession Number2010.4.122
Curatorial Area(s)
Exhibitions
The Studio at 20
Not On View
Physical DescriptionBrooch, "Magnification Series". Transparent blue glass, 14-karat gold, silver metal; cast glass, press-molded, sandblasted, acid-etched. Brooch of transparent blue glass consisting of 22 dot-shapes situated next to one another to form wreath; slightly textured/matte surface. Back of brooch is flat with two 14-karat gold posts, each with a spring-loaded silver metal back. Brooch has accompanying black velvet draw-string bag.
Provenance
Source Donald Friedlich (American, b. 1954) - 2010-08-12
Object copyright© Donald Friedlich
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