Mermaid's Purse

This flame worked hollow sculpted piece is based upon Scyliorhinus canicula, commonly known as the mermaid's purse, which is the egg case of the small-spotted catshark and are commonly found washed up on Irish beaches. Andrea finds this form to be a rich source of associations to explore themes of fertility, mortality, mobility and purpose.

Glass, Wire, Sculpture

Crafted by

Andrea Spencer