Political Morass

Gorget 1993
Sterling silver, copper, hematite, red jasper, onyx, dollar bill, rubber
4 1/2" x 3" x 1/2" plus sterling/beaded necklace. Fabricated
$1200.

This gorget embodies symbols of the controversial political issues and the fierce partisanship of our country during the ninties: the deficit, military prowess abortion, women's rights, health care , gay rights, AIDS, the religious right and family values. It represents a cynical view of today's politicians and their inability to solve the problems of the nation, thus the distress symbol of the upside down flag.