The rich blue/green patina was achieved by burying the object for many hours under a mix of chemicals and sawdust, causing the surface to oxidise. The inside of the pomander is papered with opulent gold leaf.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Reclining Pomander, 1994
Date supported
1994
Medium and material
Gilding metal, pierced and patinated
Grant
201
Total cost
806
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