Leaning Jug 2005

MakerMade by Rebecca de Quin (London, England, born 1958)

Date2005

Object NameJug

Mediumsterling silver and silver gilt

ClassificationsApplied Art

Dimensions26.2 x 19 x 9.6cm

AcquisitionPurchased in 2006 with assistance from The Art Fund and the National Collecting Scheme for Scotland.

LocationOn Display - Gallery 07

Object numberABDAG011257

Keywords

About MeRebecca de Quin graduated from the Royal College of Art in London in nineteen-ninety, and since then has combined silversmithing practice with teaching. In her recent work, she has concentrated on jug shapes and pouring vessels.

This jug has a scored and folded body, formed as a cylinder. As an upright form it would be simple and elegant, but its leaning characteristic makes us think about balance, stability and spatial awareness. De Quin is concerned with the sculptural qualities of the object, rather than its function.

The gallery also has in its possession the model and the working plans for Leaning Jug 2005.
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But is it a jug or a sculpture? We are challenged to see both in this design. Either way, it’s safe to say that it's beautiful!

Exhibitions

Gallery 07 - Exploring Art