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Ruth Roach sterling and gold pin from her "Wait For Me Series" titled "Napoleon IV"; about 2" long x 1" wide; marked: "ROACH, STERLING;" fine condition. This piece is from the collection of Patricia Roach and comes with an original handmade felt pouch with "Napoleon IV" on an iron-on label. Ruth Roach (1913-1979) was an extraordinary, multitalented artist/craftsman who made a significant impact on the art world during her relatively short career. Her "Wait for Me" series was a one time project which she did for fun. She drew intersecting freeform lines across a piece of paper which resulted in interesting shapes being created between the lines. She then cut out the shapes and later used each one to make a separate piece of jewelry. The shapes accidentally dictated the basic designs of the pieces and, when Ruth translated them to metal, they became mythical, humorous beings to which she would add texture and bits of wire. This piece is picture in my article at MODERN SILVER magazine "Ruth Roach, Uncommon Jeweler" and information about Ruth Roach can also be found in my book, Modernist Jewelry, 1930-1960, The Wearable Art Movement.. SOLD (item #M821)
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