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Ring with Three Cultured Pearls

The dimensions of this ring diminish its usefulness as jewelry yet reflect the artist's belief that "There should be no difference, really, between a piece of jewelry and a piece of sculpture. Ideally, one should be a work of art that is worn instead of displayed on a stand."

Credit: Museum purchase...

1975
Hand-forged and welded 18k yellow gold and pearls
3.5 x 2.0cm
1975.146
Image and text: Smithsonian American Art Museum, 2023

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