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Sun hinge bracelet

Sondra Sherman (American, born in 1958)

1988

Object Place: Munich, Germany

Medium/Technique 24 kt gold plated bronze

Dimensions Overall: 13.3 x 4.8 cm (5 1/4 x 1 7/8 in.)

Credit Line The Daphne Farago Collection

Accession Number2006.516

NOT ON VIEW

CollectionsJewelry, Contemporary Art, Americas

ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads

Sondra Sherman's bracelet is a work of kinetic sculpture that comes to life when worn. The hinged halves allow the bracelet to expand and contract with the movement of the wearer's arm.

DescriptionGold over bronze cuff bracelet in open sunburst form . Hinges allow bracelet to collapse or expand to conform to shape of wrist.

Signed Unsigned

ProvenanceMobilia Gallery; Daphne Farago, July 3, 1996 Daphne Farago; to MFA, 2006, gift of Daphne Farago.