Visiting an exhibition in person is a much richer experience than visiting online. Read the thoughts and impressions left by others during the run of the Calder Jewelry exhibition.
It was my pleasure to present Alexander Calder's jewelry to you. An
exhibition such as this takes many months of preparation. You have to
learn so much in such a short period of time. After the exhibition
opened, I gave many tours and was asked many interesting
questions. Reading your comments and questions online provided me with
even further insights. This gave me the opportunity to learn
more, but more importantly to raise more questions! That is the journey
of a curator, in a nutshell.
The Nancy M. McNeil Associate Curator of American Modern and
Contemporary Crafts and Decorative Arts
Thank you for all the terrific feedback, questions, and comments. I'm glad we initiated this new way of interacting with our public; it has opened a 21st century channel of communication to our art historical world. Thank you for being a part of it. I look forward to future opportunities to continue our dialogue.
Elisabeth Agro
The Nancy M. McNeil Associate Curator of American Modern and
Contemporary Crafts and Decorative Arts
Museum Staff
Elisabeth Agro - Curator - 11.3.2008 - 12:39 PM
Phenomonal animalistic brooches
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Johnny - 11.2.2008 - 4:21 PM
demonstrates that it's not the materials but the mind that matters!
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KIP - 11.2.2008 - 3:07 PM
manifique!
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vernyce - 11.2.2008 - 3:03 PM
The jewelry was simple, but I liked the coils.
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Charlotte - 11.2.2008 - 2:32 PM
I like all the jewelry. (Luiza is 4)
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luiza coimbra - 11.2.2008 - 2:20 PM
Maravilloso, inspirador!
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Sandra Sanabria - 11.2.2008 - 2:18 PM
Loved the exhibit....the museum should put together an exhibition of Calder's mobile works!! That would be fantastic!! Thank you!
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KMW - 11.2.2008 - 2:12 PM
An absolutely interesting and stimulating exhibit! Jewelry displayed creatively. A most enjoyable viewing.
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Gail Frank Wells - 11.2.2008 - 1:39 PM
WOW ~~~!!!
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r - 11.2.2008 - 1:24 PM
Kind of boring
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Anonymous - 11.2.2008 - 12:50 PM
Recycle!
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gpw - 11.2.2008 - 12:45 PM
the jewelry was more than jewelry!
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rodney joseph - 11.2.2008 - 12:12 PM
The book really does not do the exhibition justice... realizing both scale and volume in person brings life to Calder's work.The exhibition was amazing, and opened me up to the capabilities of cold forging.
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MPH - 11.1.2008 - 4:42 PM
I loved the whole collection. I really loved the rings that were on display.
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Delaila - 11.1.2008 - 2:53 PM
Really shows how great art can be made out of any material you can find - with just a little imagination. Fabulous!
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Bob and Bert Williams - 11.1.2008 - 2:02 PM
The jewelery here is very impressive - to think so much could be made out of metals we would not give a second thought to, makes it more interesting!!
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Anushaa Karthik - 11.1.2008 - 1:03 PM
This jewelry work is beautiful, stunning, heart felt, but not pretty. Great show.
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Johnathan Stevens - 11.1.2008 - 12:03 PM
these are extremely cool.hi neva!
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A.M.A. - 11.1.2008 - 11:21 AM
Maginifica trabajo de los metales como forma de expresión y de utilidad vanal.
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Xix - 10.31.2008 - 4:49 PM
it was the most wonderful art work i have ever seen
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neva guigo - 10.30.2008 - 2:09 PM
this is great
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jaun - 10.30.2008 - 12:04 PM
this really isnt that impressive...
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Anonymous - 10.29.2008 - 10:49 AM
I wonder how he aquired gold and silver during the war years 1941-1945? Weren't they strategic materials?
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CharlieMac - 10.28.2008 - 4:05 PM
I enjoyed this display of Calder work very much.The jewelry is a wish-list of beautiful art!!Amira ( 7yrs. old), said " I love all of the jewelry, because it is beautiful to look at !!
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Amina - 10.26.2008 - 3:38 PM
there is not a solder joint in any of these pieces!
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Anonymous - 10.26.2008 - 3:03 PM
Wonderful exhibit. I enjoy the interplay between Caldler's sculptures and his jewelry. Very inspiring! The simplicity and perfection in design are masterful combination!
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Anonymous - 10.26.2008 - 1:26 PM
great to see that some of this wonderful space is put to use for exhibitions
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overhead anonymous - 10.25.2008 - 4:09 PM
I love seeing the pieces modeled on recognizable people in the photographs accompanying the exhibit
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Jane Murphy - 10.25.2008 - 3:49 PM
Wonderfully put together Japanese and American avant-garde exhibitions!
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Carol - 10.25.2008 - 3:02 PM
i could not imagine wearing any of these. but they look AWESOME , thanks lexi
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lexi - 10.25.2008 - 2:16 PM
I liked it
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Ian - 10.25.2008 - 2:12 PM
This is an exceptionally beautiful show. Intimate and broad, informative and sensual. It is also superbly laid out. Bravo to all involved.
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Lois Dubin,Diane Love, Ellie Fredston - 10.24.2008 - 2:25 PM
We have produced in America one of the great artists of the century, who was able to not take himself too seriously.
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Ellen Davenport - 10.23.2008 - 4:29 PM
an inspiration fr perfection in design!
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Ana Thompson - 10.23.2008 - 2:21 PM
it was good but I'm still hungry.
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Annabelle - 10.23.2008 - 11:55 AM
It was B- eautiful!!:DDD
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Maxine Bickings - 10.23.2008 - 11:53 AM
OMG! everything was just sooooooooooooooooooo lovely!! i truly love the gallery!
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carly garmen - 10.23.2008 - 11:52 AM
I have a sudden urge to wear my art.
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R.C. Atlee Hodgson - 10.22.2008 - 1:50 PM
Marvelous! Thank you for the insight and the wonderful stories.
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A.M. - 10.21.2008 - 3:54 PM
Stunning! Kudos to curator Elizabeth Agro and to PMA for installing such a gorgeous show.
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Kelly L'Ecuyer - 10.21.2008 - 2:05 PM
this gallery was very interesting and all the jewelery was very nice
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Vanessa and kimonte - 10.21.2008 - 1:11 PM
I arrived here with my high school as an art trip. In our class we are going to try and recreate Calders pieces. I was truly inspired by his rings and i am going to try and recreate his 1930 Wedding Ring piece as a tribute.thank youby the way. Mrs. Shultz is the best art teacher ever!!!!!
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Katelyn - 10.21.2008 - 1:08 PM
The pieces by Calder are inspirational. I looked at the pieces and wanted to cry. I wish I could make such amazing jewelry. I hope to someday be as talented as that man is. Thank you very much. Have a good day.
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Crysanthenum - 10.21.2008 - 1:04 PM
What an exciting and interesting display of Calder's lesser known work. It was enjoyable and fascinating. Thank you for presenting it in this fabulous new venue.
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L. Jamieson and P.A. Wilde - 10.21.2008 - 12:20 PM
I heard a review of this show on NPR (I think). I live in Northern Virginia and drove up here today to see this show. It took my breath away. Thank you. I will dream of this.
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Susan Bagshaw - 10.21.2008 - 11:00 AM
A stunning show. Please let out-of-towners know it's at Perelman, you don't have to climb the Rocky steps, you don't have to wait in long lines at main bldg., you don't have to pay $14, and there is a shuttle bus: A sign outside the main entrance would be helpful, PMA. L5S8
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DCA - 10.20.2008 - 11:31 AM
where are the postcards, one could buy to share this wonderful collection with friends overseas?
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rory - 10.19.2008 - 4:12 PM
Did Louisa ever say "Alex, just send me a card..."
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Barry - 10.19.2008 - 3:14 PM
What can be done with some wire, a hammer, an anvil and artistic vision! Simple, and gorgeous. What an inspiration.
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Anne Ginsberg - 10.19.2008 - 2:20 PM
The jewelry is so fascinating!
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Madeline Ginsberg - 10.19.2008 - 2:18 PM
Calder was the embodiment of imagination taking form in three dimensions. His jewelry is a pleasure to see and parallels his other work beautifully. Thank you for presenting this exhibition.
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Sharon Furlong - 10.19.2008 - 1:20 PM
I bought some attractive jewelry from the shop last month. I sent one of the Tiffany jewelry to my friend as a gift, she likes that very much and could not believe it was only $10.
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everydayis - 10.19.2008 - 10:27 AM
....wow..after seeing all this I'm pretty speechless, some of them I would actually like to wear on occasion, some of them I thought as amazing sculpture........and again I say.....wow!
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Marlie - 10.18.2008 - 4:13 PM
Wow! It's not just jewelry-it's sculpture. Great!
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Gail - 10.18.2008 - 2:23 PM
enjoyed display
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wolfe l golden - 10.18.2008 - 12:16 PM
Now I know why I am saving a box of broken ceramics in my basement! Just looking for inspiration.
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Giulia - 10.18.2008 - 12:10 PM
Enjoyed the sense of play and love of nature. There appears to be a strong influence from African culture.His use of everyday found materials is inspirational.Glad that I made the effort to come.
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Lynda - 10.17.2008 - 4:48 PM
Different, primitive, bold and interesting
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PRB - 10.17.2008 - 12:03 PM
Mom:Wow! Calder's creations are amazing, but I'm not sure I could carry them off!Meg:I wanted to wear all those awesome crowns!!!
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Meg and Mom - 10.17.2008 - 11:11 AM
I thought that this jewelry was breathtaking and remarkable. I was deeply inspired by some of the most simple work. I now want to be a great artist that majors in metals and jewelry. Thank you for letting me write this comment. I feel like a new woman.
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Antwon and Kendy - 10.15.2008 - 11:54 AM
i think your guards are underpaid and overworked. they really are very hard and good courteous workers.
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unknown - 10.14.2008 - 11:51 AM
I liked the art a lot. It had a sort of... African vibe to it and was very pretty. I especially liked his interpretation of the animals, specifically the ones that were letters at the same time. His pieces that were dedicated to Joan Miro were really pretty too.
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Jessinia - 10.14.2008 - 11:36 AM
The jewelry is magnificent. It was entrancing and very interesting. We enjoyed seeing the crown's and tiara's as well as the flower necklaces and the big dangler. We are students of jewelry and wish we possessed the talent to make such beautiful pieces. =)
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Olivia, Julia, and Tiffany (14) - 10.14.2008 - 11:31 AM
A whole new side of CALDER! Thank you.
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Cheryl - 10.13.2008 - 12:23 PM
it's pretty wicked awesome
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joe shmow - 10.12.2008 - 3:10 PM
I appreciated the commentary that included his relationships with his friends and other artists so we could see how his jewelry fit into those friendships.
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Joy Howard - 10.12.2008 - 2:50 PM
I wish that I could make stuff like that.
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Amelia - 10.12.2008 - 2:34 PM
I wish I could do that. I am jewelry maker too.
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Elle - 10.12.2008 - 2:33 PM
I DIDN'T REALIZE THE EXIBIT HAD NO MOBILES
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BARRY - 10.12.2008 - 1:44 PM
loved the rings and earrings the most!
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Sheila Japko - 10.12.2008 - 11:43 AM
I like the brooches because I think they are very nice looking and they show a lot of expression.
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Calder Sellen - 10.12.2008 - 11:29 AM
Simplicity and the joy of creation in balance.
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GlennK - 10.11.2008 - 3:29 PM
I loved the exhibit with the jewelry and I thought that the art in the jewelry was just incredible. I hope that you show some of the mobiles that he made. keep up the good work!!!!
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Marshall - 10.11.2008 - 1:47 PM
Beautiful and exciting!! Especially loved the fish brooch with the legs.
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Judy - 10.11.2008 - 12:49 PM
S-Very impressive! Some of it looks quite awkward to wear, though.R-Needs more glitter!
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Sylvia - 10.9.2008 - 3:49 PM
I wish I could just wear every piece of his jewelry at once, like a big furry metal coat. I don't think it would be all that heavy, but very impressive indeed.
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Orville G. Raumbuster - 10.8.2008 - 3:47 PM
great loved it
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marsha - 10.7.2008 - 1:01 PM
I thought it might be silly, but was pleased to find it beautiful...
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Richard Gaughan - 10.7.2008 - 10:41 AM
decadent.... oh, too be calder's friend.
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kdw - 10.5.2008 - 3:25 PM
Excellent - is very exciting to see the jewelery after enjoying so many of Calder's mobiles in Washington, D.C. Will recommend this exhibit to all my friends!!! Well worth the time taken when visiting from Florida and DC.
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Pamela Stachoviak Grigg - 10.5.2008 - 2:57 PM
thanks for the fab show. love everything, even the tiaras.
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dawn - 10.5.2008 - 2:20 PM
I have been meaning to come "across the street" since the Perelman Building opened. It was truly worth the trip! How lucky we are to have generous donors like the Perelman's!! Calder has been a favorite of mine since I first saw his mobiles. They touched my inner child! I went out of my way to visit his exhibition Hall in Sache, France when I was there. Unfortunately at the time, the hall had been vacated. There were a few really belly laughing things left behind though! I'll leave it as a mystery what they were....unless you made the trip too! Great exhibit here!
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Marcy - 10.5.2008 - 1:22 PM
I THOUGHT THE SHOW WAS BEAUTIFUL VERY LOVELY!!!
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NATALIE - 10.4.2008 - 4:11 PM
I WANT MY EYES BACK
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LEO - 10.4.2008 - 4:08 PM
It was really neat!
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Cam-Ron - 10.4.2008 - 4:07 PM
I loved this show. It displayed a part of Calder i didn't know about. Some of the jewelry was outrageous!!!
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Dorit - 10.4.2008 - 2:14 PM
we had a rad time. I wish I could buy it all. thanks so much for the effort!
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Kate Bailey - 10.4.2008 - 11:29 AM
Great exhibit. Really enjoyed the initial pins, mobile earrings and how Calder signed and dated his work.
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Linda Lurcott - 10.4.2008 - 11:25 AM
that show ROCKED! But I wonder how he got so good
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Keelin murray - 10.4.2008 - 11:20 AM
Alexander Calder was an amazing, fun man-- you can clearly see his wit and humor in these works as well as the surrealist influence in many pieces. His cold connections/working of the metal is amazing!!!!
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Jennie Braas - 10.4.2008 - 10:58 AM
i would wear it! [this jewelry]
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lilly sage - 10.3.2008 - 4:09 PM
Amazingly crafted. The work of a great artist.
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norman - 10.3.2008 - 3:12 PM
Very interesting art work. Especially since our daughter Maria had so much insight to the artists works.
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carlnsue - 10.3.2008 - 3:04 PM
it very pretty
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c.m.s - 10.2.2008 - 2:35 PM
I loved the exhibition. Calder is one of my favorite artists and it's wonderful to see his prolific output in many different forms of his art.
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Rosalie Sherman - 10.2.2008 - 2:09 PM
love this piece - feels musical and evokes the rhythm of love...
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marsha kolman - 10.2.2008 - 10:57 AM
Fascinating, uncomfortable, protective, form not function
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Diane CherryLog - 10.1.2008 - 4:07 PM
It would be fun to see some in motion, as they'd be when worn.
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Kathy - 10.1.2008 - 2:29 PM
it very nice
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unknow - 10.1.2008 - 2:13 PM
All of the jewelry was amazing! I have seen his work at Storm King but didn't know he made jewelry. It was great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Claire - 9.30.2008 - 3:31 PM
Calder's jewelery is amazing and breathtaking. The leaf crown was one of my favorite works of art. I also loved how he incorporated ceramic pieces into his jewelery.
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Anonymous person(s) - 9.30.2008 - 3:24 PM
I absolutely LOVE this exhibit. It is a wonderful display of Calder's beautiful work. !!!!!!!!! :) :)
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Maura - 9.30.2008 - 3:22 PM
this exhibit was fantastic. we're impressed by how he made so much of the jewelry for his family.
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Arielle and Janet - 9.30.2008 - 2:03 PM
I would like to see the photos identified. Who are these beautiful women wearing this exquisite art?? Angelica Huston, perhaps...
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huh? - 9.30.2008 - 12:24 PM
MC Brooch is in da house!
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MC BROOCH - 9.30.2008 - 12:22 PM
WOW ! SUCH AN AMAZING CRAFTSMAN !
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RICHARD GOTTESMAN - 9.30.2008 - 11:54 AM
The jewelry is very creative and extravagant!
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Earwig - 9.30.2008 - 11:46 AM
The jewelry is very large and intricate, It is extremely unusual.
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Jemima - 9.30.2008 - 11:43 AM
The designs are certainly interesting and intriguing. I've never seen anything quite like it.
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Aliki - 9.30.2008 - 11:41 AM
Very unpractical jewelry
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Jackson - 9.28.2008 - 3:04 PM
I think that Calder had very modern ideas. He must have liked making oversized jewlry.
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Anonymous - 9.28.2008 - 3:00 PM
There should have had more pictures of people wearing the jewelry and more intricate stories behind each piece.
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Anonymous - 9.28.2008 - 2:58 PM
I love it. I love it all! Would that we thought of jewelry in three dimensions today -- what wonderful back views.
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an artist - 9.28.2008 - 1:55 PM
The show is wonderful....The mounts are fabulous!
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MJ - 9.28.2008 - 1:00 PM
Tres belle exposition!
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adrien - 9.27.2008 - 4:54 PM
Sell me a mobile.
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Anonymous - 9.27.2008 - 4:34 PM
Outstanding jewelry pieces. To own one is a rare gift. His mobiles are special but his jewerly devine.
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Lenny - 9.27.2008 - 2:33 PM
I saw nine, that's right, nine Hershorns.
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Petri Dish - 9.27.2008 - 12:25 PM
I sensed a Reiki type of energy here immediately upon entering the Caulder jewelry exhibit. The spiral shapes used by Caulder confirmed this feeling.
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Bryan - 9.27.2008 - 10:41 AM
THE JEWELRY WAS DIFFERENT LOVED THE BROCHES HOWEVER THE NECKLACES WHERE TOO MUCH
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Anonymous - 9.27.2008 - 9:56 AM
The mixed media pieces were well designed. I think that I will be using some of the clasping methods in the future. :)
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Amelia Bedilia - 9.25.2008 - 2:31 PM
Piezas hermosas que alimentan el Alma.Alma Propia!!!!
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Paula Estrada - 9.25.2008 - 1:34 PM
Such fun to see such whimsical and creative vision in jewelry.
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Steve and Louise Tolber - 9.24.2008 - 3:14 PM
A breathtaking exhibit of innovative jewelry. We were familiar with Calder's sculpture but never had the pleasure of his smaller scale work.
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Joan and Newton LeVine - 9.21.2008 - 4:31 PM
Thought that the exhibition was pretty. A simple, but truthful statement about the visual impact of this space and Calder's designs.
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Barry - 9.21.2008 - 3:12 PM
I always feel amazed and honored when walking through PMA spaces. This exhibit is exciting! What an interesting insight to an artist's passion and pleasure it is. Beautifully curated and interpreted.Thank you,A Fan of the PMARia
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Ria - 9.21.2008 - 2:57 PM
I am a student of Jewelry in Monterey, CA and this is an amazing exhibit. It has been fascinating to see how Calder was able to cold connect these long ungulating pieces of wire to invent these fanciful, simple, yet elegant designs. I am particularly moved by the piece he made for his mother and for those initial pieces that are sprinkled throughout the exhibit. And, a special thanks to the staff of guards who were EXTREMELY courteous and helpful.
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Virginia S from California - 9.20.2008 - 3:39 PM
This jewelry is beautiful because it has interesting designs.
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sylvie - 9.20.2008 - 1:00 PM
Inspiring and interestingly laid out.Peaceful and calming.Suitable number of exhibits without loosing direction or attention of the viewer.I have enjoyed my time here today, I am glad that I came, thank you.
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Samantha (United Kingdom) - 9.19.2008 - 1:56 PM
I think that the displays and armatures created for the work are very successful. They almost disappear, and the viewer isn't aware that they are even there! Great job!
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display - 9.19.2008 - 11:16 AM
I wrote about this amazing jewelry in the September issue of Jewelry Artist magazine, but it has to be seen to be believed. The stuff this guy could do with a hammer and a piece of wire... unbelievable!! This is one jewelry exhibit men can appreciate as much as women.
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Cathleen - 9.18.2008 - 4:05 PM
The show is pretty rad. wish more people did some work like this. Im sure it would be wonderful to photograph some of this stuff!!!
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Gina - 9.18.2008 - 1:37 PM
It is a very interesting exhibit. I've always loved the imagination displayed by Calder
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ann - 9.17.2008 - 2:44 PM
I LOVE MAKINGS JEWELRY TOO I am ten years old !!!!!!
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GABRIELLE - 9.14.2008 - 4:05 PM
YOUR GUARDS ARE VERY GOOD AND POLITE WORKERS
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ANONYMOUS - 9.14.2008 - 2:35 PM
The exhibit is so awesome. The influences can be seen today. The futuristic costumes in television like Stargate SG1 demonstrate his style. It is a true complement the his art is now a source for inspiration today.
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J Robinson-Terry - 9.14.2008 - 11:43 AM
Great Calder show, disappointed with addition to beautiful building.
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Fran R - 9.14.2008 - 11:03 AM
What an amazing show. I love the design of the gallery - it really brings the jewelry to life in a special way. Brava to the curator!
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Jenny Z - 9.13.2008 - 2:34 PM
... not a big fan..
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Jim Brady - 9.13.2008 - 2:15 PM
I wish I could wear a calder piece of jewelry today!! Very beautiful art : )
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Joyce Brady - 9.13.2008 - 2:14 PM
Beautiful... nothing looks like it is in the same place at one time... everything MOVES. The flower at the back looks like it has gems in it... but it's only glass. Everything is perfect in an abstract way. -Maia -Mary
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Mary and Maia - 9.13.2008 - 10:36 AM
Received my Calder Jewelry book from your online store today. LOVE IT!!! If you can't make the exhibit--buy the book. I'm glad I did.
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Susy - 9.12.2008 - 11:07 PM
Lovely.....Lovely.....Lovely!!!!
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Donna - 9.12.2008 - 3:30 PM
Originally Posted By Ramzy Doud
i visited this place for the first time, and i really surprise the it almost empty. i hope when i visit again maybe next year i'll find more stuff woth to pay 7$ for person.with a lot of love RAMZY.
i visited this place for the first time, and i really surprise the it almost empty. i hope when i visit again maybe next year i'll find more stuff woth to pay 7$ for person.with a lot of love RAMZY.
We have passed your concerns on to Visitor Services. We certainly appreciate your comments, but would like to keep this page reserved for discussion of the Calder exhibition.
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Web Team - 9.12.2008 - 1:52 PM
I have loved his work since I was a young child and visited the Guggenheim Museum (early '60's) with a full display of his sculptures, circus, and some jewelry. This is a wonderful exhibit of his jewelry.
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Kim Gibbons - 9.12.2008 - 11:38 AM
very interesting
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anonymous - 9.11.2008 - 4:26 PM
This exhibit is a true delight . I found myself wishing to see some of these jewelry objects in motion. I was also wishing to hear them... some of the objects look as though they would make wonderful sounds as the wearer moved about.
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Patty - 9.11.2008 - 11:47 AM
my wife, binnie, made jewelry reminiscent of this work in the early 70's. She may have inherited a tiny bit of the artist's spirit.
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bob - 9.9.2008 - 4:23 PM
I'm a wire jewelry artist and was happy to discover that Calder had created wire jewelry too. I've been an admirer of his work for a while, have seen his work in person in D.C. and Chicago, and have 3 Calder books in my personal library. Not ONE of these books show any of his jewelry. I ordered your exhibit book. Can't wait to get it!
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Susy - 9.8.2008 - 5:13 AM
I am currently an artist jeweller in residence at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Although I have not been able to visit the Calder exhibition in Philadelphia I hope to do so when it comes to Dublin. There is a lovely Calder spiral neckpiece in the V&A collection made in 1938 and I will be showing an image of it on my V&A blog in a few weeks if anyone wishes to see it there.
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dorothy hogg - 8.21.2008 - 7:53 AM
Is this the same Calder that has a piece of art on Calder Plaza in Grand Rapids, Michigan?
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Mimi from Michigan - 8.15.2008 - 8:36 AM
Originally Posted By Anonymous
How many pieces are in this exhibit? are they the same pieces as the ones included in the book (I hope many are different!)
How many pieces are in this exhibit? are they the same pieces as the ones included in the book (I hope many are different!)
There are 115 works of art in the exhibition. Many are pictured in the accompaning book but some are not. We hope you will come to see and enjoy Calder Jewelry.
Museum Staff
Web Team - 8.11.2008 - 10:55 AM
How many pieces are in this exhibit? are they the same pieces as the ones included in the book (I hope many are different!)
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Anonymous - 8.8.2008 - 8:28 PM
Simply not enough serious attention is paid to objects of adornment using high craft as ART. Thank you for putting up this show, and PLEASE continue to show the vast amount of serious artists who made jewelry, and continue to do so.
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Collector - 8.4.2008 - 8:02 AM
Originally Posted By enola
I think I have a ring by him . I saw it on antique road show . Where can i find out? The jewelry shops dont know much about it.
I think I have a ring by him . I saw it on antique road show . Where can i find out? The jewelry shops dont know much about it.
Hi enola
You can contact the department of American Art at regarding your ring. They may be able to assist you in learning more about it or point you in the right direction.
Museum Staff
Web Team - 7.30.2008 - 11:01 AM
these objects manage to be stunningly simple yet full of artful intricacy. they will make you look at jewelry, and wires, in a completely new way
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Anonymous - 7.22.2008 - 1:48 PM
I think I have a ring by him . I saw it on antique road show . Where can i find out? The jewelry shops dont know much about it.
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enola - 7.21.2008 - 6:58 PM
Calder's "jewelry" are truly accents for the human form.
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Anonymous - 7.21.2008 - 3:33 PM
