Perpetual Indulgence

Candace Kling

1989 · Balsa wood, mylar-backed acetate, zippers and beads · Modern and Contemporary Art

Californian fiber artist Candace Kling creates decidedly decadent works of art by manipulating ribbon and other materials—such as the teeth of a brass zipper or sparkling glass beads—found in women's bygone clothing. Her eponymous "candy samplers" reference the traditional sewing skills commonly taught to young women until the late nineteenth century.

Artist

Candace Kling

Date

1989

Medium

Balsa wood, mylar-backed acetate, zippers and beads

Department

Modern and Contemporary Art

Credit line

Gift of Camille J. Cook, 1998