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Signs by Adelman Sigi

Ring / Conceptual

Published: 25.09.2020

Ring: Signs by Adelman Sigi.Silver.. 2020.Statement: We use hand gestures naturally every day, usually without noticing or giving it a second thought. Whether they are universal or culture-specific, hand gestures are a means of silent communication. For some groups, like divers or the hearing-impaired, they are vital. Adelman’s project draws attention to hand gestures through jewelry. Each jewel signifies a gesture and conveys its importance. The jewels were crafted using a sculpting technique in which a human hand is covered with wax. The wax then cools down on the gesturing hand and serves as a mold for metal casting..

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