Vida Despues De Muerte

MATERIALS: Obsidian base, .970 sterling silver, mother-of-pearl (as oysters), and pearl; all materials are natural.

TECHNIQUES: Repoussé, chasing, piercing (openwork), beveling, polished and matte finishes.

HEIGHT: 50 cm LENGTH: 34 cm WIDTH: 21 cm

SCULPTOR: Elías Serrano Gutiérrez

DESCRIPTION: A tribute to all individuals who have been willing to donate an organ after death; much like a shell provides life and home to other organisms.

CATEGORY: Sculpture AWARD: National Award (Galardón Nacional) at the 2003 National Silver Fair.