Gemstone Carvings: The Masterworks of Harold Van Pelt
Fri. 10/28 | 9:00AM - Sat. 03/31 | 5:00PM @ Houston Museum of Natural Science (map)
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- Marvel at the extraordinary artworks of Harold Van Pelt in the HMNS exhibition Gemstone Carvings: The Masterworks of Harold Van Pelt opening Oct. 28, 2011. For over 35 years, Harold Van Pelt has quietly been perfecting the art of carving quartz, rock crystal and agate gemstones. Hundreds of hours go into each multi-faceted, fluted, and textured vase, hollow container, sculpture and vessel, many of which are accented with gold and semi-precious stones. Working the stone down to paper-thin walls brings out the gorgeous natural quality and colors of the agate and gives quartz the transparency of glass. Transformed by one mans vision and skill from a solid stone to an incredibly delicate work of art, the gemstone carvings of Harold Van Pelt have to be seen to be believed. This exhibition is included in admission to the Museum's permanent exhibition halls, and will be on display through Spring 2012. Organized by The Bowers Museum with Erica and Harold VanPelt.
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