JAN HARRELL (American/Texas b. 1952) A GROUP OF TWO ENAMEL ON COPPER PLATES, "Fig," AND "Lemon," FROM "The Banquet of the Muse," 2007, enamel and silkscreen overlays on copper, signed, titled and dated verso in sgraffito, "Jan, 2007, Fig," 16" x 15"; and "Jan, 2007, Lemon," 16" x 14 1/4". Note: Jan Harrell elaborates on The Banquet of the Muse, "This is part of a table setting made for a larger than life woman, full of life, joy, and a somewhat naughty nature.  Pomegranates, peaches, figs, kiwis - fully ripe and moist were the dinner plates she ate from.  Fruit that when bitten into, their juices run down the muse's neck and stained her body with nectar." The workshop was held at Kent State University, Ohio where access to large kilns enabled the artist to create a monumental table setting presentation of whimsical enameled works of art.

Some minor surface wear, a small loss at edge of fig, some tape and glue residue verso, and overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.