Designed by Robert Baines, born Melbourne, 1949

Made by Robert Baines in Melbourne

Made by Robert Baines as part of the Seppelt Contemporary Art Award 1998 submission, entitled 'AAA,AA...Redevent'. The Seppelt Contemporary Art Award 1998 was judged and exhibited at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney.

Brooch, 'The Spray Brooch: Bloodier than Black', sterling silver / gold / titanium / stainless steel / powder-coating, Robert Baines, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1998

The brooch form comprises a base constructed in titanium sheet that is square in section and supports a flat top comprising two stainless steel plates, the upper surface of which is applied with tiny stainless steel discs each with granulated silver and gold constructions. Also from the top springs an elaborate spray formation of wire-work in sterling silver powder-coated in red. A large pin at the back of the base forms part of a wire 'superstructure' that is suspended over the base from the stainless steel top that protrudes over its edges.

Artist: Baines, Robert; Melbourne, Victoria; 1998

99/68/1

1998

740 mm

690 mm

308 mm