THE OBJECT This object is formed from a found ceramic fragment distributed across other objects and integrated into a new structure. The original object no longer exists as a whole, but remains visible in the surface and form of the ring. Rather than presenting the fragment as incomplete, the work establishes a new unity. The object does not return to its origin, but continues in another configuration, in which the past remains present. MATERIAL AND CONTEXT The ceramic refers to objects that have been displaced through time and context, often becoming detached from their original function. Through use, circulation, and reinterpretation, such materials acquire new meanings over time. What may initially appear decorative or familiar often carries multiple layers of use and significance. Within this ring, the material is not isolated as a fragment, but incorporated into a new form in which past and present converge. CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK Historically, value has often been linked to material, origin, and preservation. This work shifts that perspective by placing emphasis on transformation. Within Post-Colonial Gold, value does not lie in what an object once was, but in how it is reshaped and understood within a different context. The focus moves from origin to continuation, and from preservation to reinterpretation. IN DIALOGUE WITH BEATRIZ GONZÁLEZ The work can be read in relation to the practice of Beatriz González, who demonstrates how images change meaning through repetition, circulation, and context. Her work makes clear that recognition is never neutral, but shaped by what has previously been seen and experienced. In a similar way, this wearable sculpture operates through transformation. The material is no longer bound to a single origin, but continues to develop within a new form and context. WITHIN THE PROJECT POST-COLONIAL GOLD Each wearable sculpture within the series is connected to a human value, such as memory, presence, dignity, identity, and knowledge, shifting away from material value and the traditional association of gold with power and status. In this work, value does not lie in the material or in completeness, but in the capacity of the object to carry and transform meaning. Across the series, value shifts from what an object is, to what it continues to become. SpecificationsMaterial: ceramic–concrete composite with gold-tone finishRing sizes: EU 16–19Weight: approx. 18–24 grams Finish: hand-crafted; slight variations occurEach ring is unique. Use and Care: Avoid prolonged contact with water, perfume and chemical products. Store separately to prevent scratches. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth. Surface wear may develop over time; this enhances the character of the work. This ring is a sculptural object and should be handled with care. Shipping: Carefully packaged in a protective box. Includes certificate of uniqueness. Insured shipping. Delivery time 3–7 business days if in stock. International shipping available. Tracking information will be provided once dispatched. Tags: #PostColonialGold #WearableSculpture #ContemporaryArt #ArtAndValue #ConstructedDesire #JewelryAsConcept #CriticalDesign #Artivism #FeministArt #MaterialCulture #saralucas
