Renwick Gallery

July 16th 2017 - Permanent

Overview

T he Smithsonian American Art Museum, the nation’s first collector of American Art, is an unparalleled capture of the aspirations, character, and imagination of the American people throughout 3 centuries. The five pieces on show from Galmer’s "Lemon Set" reflect a modern take on the silver-making art of repoussé, an American tradition dating back to early 19th century.

Gallery

Sterling silver and 24K gold plated 'Lemon Set' designed by Michael Galmer.
Lemon Set
Sterling silver and 24K gold plating.
L: 22" x W 12"
Sterling silver and 24K gold plated 'Lemon Tray' designed by Michael Galmer.
Lemon Tray
Sterling silver and 24K gold plated 'Lemon Pitcher' designed by Michael Galmer.
Lemon Pitcher
Sterling silver and 24K gold plated 'Lemon Napkin Ring' designed by Michael Galmer.
Lemon Napkin Ring
Sterling silver and 24K gold plated 'Lemon 3D Napkin Ring' designed by Michael Galmer.
Lemon 3d Napkin Ring
Sterling silver and 24K gold plated 'Lemon Tumbler' designed by Michael Galmer.
Lemon Tumbler
Xoncept drawing of the 'Lemon Set' designed by Michael Galmer.
Lemon Set Concept Drawing

Exceptional silversmiths have supplied princely commissions of monumental silver objects for centuries. Remarkable examples of silver have survived in royal European collections as examples of entire suites that once demonstrated the power of the French, Dutch, British, Swedish monarchs. The Lemon Set is a sensual celebration of the naturalistic forms and icy textures. The exploration of this post-modern aesthetic helped the artist find what he describes as a renewed “lust for life”...

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