Artist:

Mike Shuler, born Trenton, NJ 1950  Search this

Medium:

Queen Protea blossom with epoxy resin

Dimensions:

4 3/8 x 1 5/8 in. diam. (11.1 x 4.1 cm)

Type:

Decorative Arts

Crafts

Date:

1994

Luce Center Label:

Michael Shuler enjoys uncovering the hidden layers of growth within plants and trees. The pinecone and proteus were soaked in resin to form solid pieces that could be turned on a lathe. These tiny, delicate vessels reveal the beautiful proportions and surprising patterns found within familiar plant structures.

Credit Line:

Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Fleur and Charles Bresler in honor of Kenneth R. Trapp, curator-in-charge of the Renwick Gallery (1995--2003)

Object number:

2003.60.58

Restrictions & Rights:

Usage conditions apply

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Smithsonian American Art Museum Collection

Department:

Renwick Gallery

Data Source:

Smithsonian American Art Museum

GUID:

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/vk7968f6d04-e04d-458a-b1c2-8038e8659036

EDAN-URL:

edanmdm:saam_2003.60.58