Zodiac: Scorpio (variation 1, black)
Object Name
Zodiac series Scorpio bejeweled box bag in black.
Dimensions
0 L x 0 H x 0 D in.
Date
1969
DESCRIPTION
Summary
Black screen print and bejeweled box bag depicting a large scorpion (representative of the astrological sign Scorpio) with jeweled flower on its back. Top decorated with jet-black and topaz faux gems, gold rings, and crystal stars. Astrological symbol for the sign appears in lower left corner of front. Top-opening box purse. Two handles.
DESIGN
Title of Piece
Scorpio, from Zodiac series
Artist
Enid Collins (American, 1926-1989), for Collins of Texas
Associated Product Codes
CHF, CHW, W8
General Colors
Black, gold, white, amber, gold (metal)
Collins's Colors
Black Jet, Crystal, Topaz, Gold (metal)
Subjects
Astrology, zodiac, symbolism, nature, animals, insects
Signature and/or Mark
"ec" and copyright symbol screen printed on lower right front
Accessories
None
Copyright
Reg. no. undetermined. Date: 1969. "Scorpion"
FABRICATION
Materials
Acrylic serigraph on heavily lacquered solid wood (probably mahogany); glass jewels manufactured for Collins of Texas in the Czech Republic; acrylic embellishments; hand-wrought solid brass clasps and ornaments; natural hand-stained leather; satin lining; mirror
Techniques
Serigraph (screen) print; machine-made box with hand-applied stain and lacquer; hand-wrought solid brass; some hand assembly (hand application of jewels)
Place of Manufacture
Medina, Texas
Places of Sale
Unknown
Rarity
Unrated
CONDITION
Condition
Excellent
Condition notes
Typical wear to leather (cracking) but original jewels intact and in place.
Preservation notes
None
NOTES
Additional notes
One series of several called "Zodiac."
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