FRIENDSHIP RING
24 x 34 inches
Egg Tempera
Private collection
Ralph Fabri Medal, 74th Annual of Allied Artists of America
The pine cone wreath greets visitors who come to the backdoor of the artists home. The circular shape is a universal symbol of friendship and reminded the artist of the rings boys would give to girls in high school as a token of friendship. Here the wreath serves as a warm greeting at the door and becomes a Friendship Ring.