Lancet Window CCXXXV

 

(Above:  Lancet Window CCXXXV.  Custom framed:  32" x 12". Layers of polyester stretch velvet fused on recycled black industrial felt.  Machine stitched with 100% black cotton thread and then exposed to various melting techniques. $395. Click on any image to enlarge.)

Getting ready for April's Smithsonian Craft Show means turning my attention to the various sizes and styles in my Fiber Stained Glass Series.  Right now, I've finished two Lancet Windows but haven't photographed the second one.  This was the first Lancet Window I've made since moving to Cateechee.  It is based on motifs found in Owen Jones' Grammar of Ornament, a 19th book showing accurate designs from various periods in history ... all over the world.  

 

(Above:  Detail of Lancet Window CCXXXV.)

The Greek vases that inspired Owen Jones were those in black, white, and orange.  In polyester stretch velvet, I've translated the palette into green, silver and rust with a few gold accents. 

(Above:  Steve holding the finished Lancet Window.)

For scale, I shot this photo of Steve holding the finished artwork.  Now ... back to my ironing board! More Lancet Windows are under construction!