Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Document Type
Thesis
School
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department
Art
Date of Original Version
5-5-2021
Abstract
My research involves a deep exploration of the visual and material language found in jewelry throughout history as it relates to deep social, cultural, and personal ideologies. I rivet my Vietnamese and American culture through jewelry alchemy while exploring my identity, sculpting and preserving the four sacred animals of Vietnam. I create boar head chains, the last animal in the Lunar Zodiac, and emerge unapologetically with crowns that proudly pronounce myself. I arrive at my altar with heirloom pendants and brooches, and lastly honor my family history with wearables that feature salt clusters and family gold. This body of work helped me discover deeper parts of my true self.
Recommended Citation
DiChiara, Thoa Kim, "Riveting Vietnamese and American Culture Through Jewelry Alchemy" (2021). Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview. 341.
https://digitalcommons.ric.edu/etd/341
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