I wanted to explore the idea of objects as representations of moments in history and their ability to hold memories.

Invoke
This is a rosary I inherited from my great-grandmother. She used to hang it on the back of her door to invoke the holy spirit and ward off evil spirits.

Alchemy

Another family heirloom that has been passed down, a book of simple prayers. The smudge on the page is blood.

HeartAntique woven ladies’ purse, missing links around closure, Florence.
I wanted to reference the way items are photographed in old museum catalogues.