Object of the Day

Devil Horns Crystal Brass Knuckles (Lefty)

June 2

Inspired by a rock concert, artist Debra Baxter created her “Devil Horns Crystal Brass Knuckles” series. The hand gesture known as devil horns, or rock horns, gained popularity at 1970s heavy-metal concerts as a staple of audience appreciation.

Devil Horns Crystal Brass Knuckles (Lefty)

Data Source
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Artist
Debra Baxter, born Omaha, NE 1972
Date
2015
Credit Line
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of the artist in honor of Joanna and David Baxter
Copyright
© 2015, Debra Baxter. Photo: Kim Richardson
Medium
quartz crystal and sterling silver
Dimensions
4 1/2 × 4 3/8 × 2 in. (11.4 × 11.1 × 5.1 cm)
Type
Decorative Arts-Jewelry
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