One-of-a-Kind Kaleidoscopes
The nature of enameling lends itself to producing unique images. When subjected to the intense heat inside the kiln, the molten glass has a tendency to flow in unexpected ways....controlled only by the experience of the enamellist. I regard the metal beneath the glass as my canvas and the enamel as my paint.
The mandala inside the shaft is comprised of tiny flame worked "stringers" of glass, bits of glass shards, dichroic glass and other interesting reflective pieces tumbling through the object chamber.
" Crystal Wysteria"
$1,500.00
This gorgeous self-turning scope is an award winner from the Strathmore Reflections Kaleidoscope show in 2005. A large Peacock Druzy Crystal enhances the bail, and small Dark Amethyst cabochons embellish the connectors. Hand fabricated in sterling silver.
"Odem Eye"
$750.00
Odem Eye is a study in horizontal grace. The length of the case is two inches, and the beautiful deep red Carnelian cabochon is nearly as long. The Sterling setting is hammer finished and oxidized to match the Hematite beads laced through hidden openings. The kaleidoscope can be unhooked by sliding the stone setting upwards on the attached snake chain.
"Secret Peepers"
The Eyes have it!
This 2 inch scope is covered with sets of "peepers" in B&W and its key toggles are held in place with Black Onyx cabochons. The triple rope chain is adorned throughout with B&W glass, Black Onyx & sterling beads.
"Curious Cat"
A 4 inch desk kaleidoscope of enameled copper using the sgraffito technique of scratching through one color (white) to reveal the color below (black). After the B&W were fused, the curious cat spun a spiral of transparent red around the tube.
The end caps and stand are fabricated sterling silver. A corrective lens is used for a dry cell, 2 mirror system, six ray mandala.
PRICE: $ 575.00
Left: "The Wedding Scope"
Right: " Silver Nudes"
A 6 inch x 1.25 inch enameled scope
with sterling silver end caps and an integral tripod stand.
"Night Creatures"
A 4 inch scope with a sgraffito design scribed through black enamel, accented with bits of color and acid etched. This scope has a 2 mirror system, sterling end caps and a black leather lariat strap which is adjustable and removable.
Self-turning pendant scopes
These two images are typical of my self-turning style of jewelry kaleidoscope. Each one is different in design, although the turning mechanism is the same. The cases are usually under two inches in length and one half inch in diameter, and the enameling can be any technique and colors I choose. I compliment the enamel colors with a semi-precious stone from my collection which doubles as a holder and a pendant bail. The settings are hand fabricated from precious metals, and the chain is appropriate for the weight and design.
"Green Dancer"
This scope is 2&3/8 inches long & 3/4 inch in diameter with an enameled case in a solid bitter green opaque with a black under glaze pencil drawing. The setting is sterling silver with a hand-made sterling chain which is detachable.
"Blue Hula"
The first enameled case I ever made
" The Lovers"
A Special one of a kind kaleidoscope capturing the symbolism of the object itself.... True Love's embrace protects the shining Mandala of Life.
Yin & Yang
Autonomous, yet supporting each other,
The Kaleidoscope.
This hand held scope is 4 inches in length, with sterling end caps and a sterling tripod stand. The interior has dichroic glass and flame worked glass stringers.
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