Title: Inspirational Ashes: A Reliquary for Campfire Remains and a Marshmallow
Materials: sterling silver, NuGold, bronze, copper, ashes, charcoal, marshmallow
Dimensions: 101/4" x 3 3/4" x 3"
Reliquary containing a marshmallow, charcoal and ashes from a campfire.
Photo credit: Becky McDonah
Becky McDonah
Millersville, Pennsylvania. USA
My fascination with the historic reliquary form for its purpose and ability to elaborately protect and display venerated objects for public exhibition and procession ties into issues I am exploring dealing with the importance of position, presentation and access (or limited access) to what is contained. My intention is to initiate contemplation that perhaps leads to elevation or endearment of the ordinary. The container can draw attention to, place importance upon, and affect the perception of the simplest of objects. Striving to heighten awareness of habitual performances, products and surroundings, I use extensive ornamentation to glorify symbolic contents. This consideration of the supposedly little things can open one’s mind to the larger picture of cultural practices and ideals on a global, national, regional or personal level.
Title: Inspirational Ashes: A Reliquary for Campfire Remains and a Marshmallow
Materials: sterling silver, NuGold, bronze, copper, ashes, charcoal, marshmallow
Dimensions: 101/4" x 3 3/4" x 3"
Reliquary containing a marshmallow, charcoal and ashes from a campfire.
Photo credit: Becky McDonah
Becky McDonah
Millersville, Pennsylvania. USA
My fascination with the historic reliquary form for its purpose and ability to elaborately protect and display venerated objects for public exhibition and procession ties into issues I am exploring dealing with the importance of position, presentation and access (or limited access) to what is contained. My intention is to initiate contemplation that perhaps leads to elevation or endearment of the ordinary. The container can draw attention to, place importance upon, and affect the perception of the simplest of objects. Striving to heighten awareness of habitual performances, products and surroundings, I use extensive ornamentation to glorify symbolic contents. This consideration of the supposedly little things can open one’s mind to the larger picture of cultural practices and ideals on a global, national, regional or personal level.