Brooch: Boogie Baby #1

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Brooch: Boogie Baby #1

Artist William Harper (American, born 1944)

Date1978

DimensionsH: 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm); W: 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); Depth: 3/4 in. (1.9 cm)

MediumGold and silver cloisonne enamel on fine silver; 14k gold, copper, sterling silver, pearls, carapace

ClassificationJewelry

Credit LinePurchased with funds given by Dorothy MacKenzie Price

Object number

1997.310

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Label TextCombining precious metals, pearls, and renowned skill at cloisonné enamel with the carapace of an Eastern Hercules Beetle, William Harper questions and challenges the centuries-old tradition of associating jewelry with precious objects. Harper draws inspiration from ritual objects, such as those from the peoples of Africa and New Guinea, creating mysterious and evocative wearable sculpture.