Silver Electro Formed Textile Neckpiece
MakerMade by
Sara Keith
(Glasgow, Scotland, born 1969)
MakerMade by
Roger Morris
(Devon, England, born 1946)
Date2007
Object NameNeckpiece
Mediumsilver and textile
ClassificationsJewellery
Dimensions14.3 × 26.5cm
AcquisitionScottish Arts Council Commission for The Cutting Edge Exhibition 2007-2008.
Copyright© Sara Keith, Roger Morris
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG011353
Keywords
The collaboration between Keith and Morris looked into metal techniques applied to textile structures. They have specifically worked here with Electroforming replicates sculptural shapes with partial or minimal layers of fine silver, combining potential combinations of soft and hard forms. Thus the organic and richly textural forms of the decorative element of this necklace which could not have been achieved working in precious metals alone.
More About Me
This is an electroformed silver necklace. The process involves a textile structure painted with a sealant, then a conductive paint, and dipped in a silver solution.
