Just as urban gentrification forces long-time inhabitants to move out of their neighborhoods, deforestation forces creatures living in the forest (here, gray wolves) out of their homes, often prompting them to move into urban areas.
 
A pile of money sits on one of the stumps, referencing the forces that encourage deforestation.
 
A necklace I previously designed blends with the various shades of forest greens and browns with burgundy pearls as a contrast. Materials include realistic animal models, pearls, Murano glass, green garnet, wood, art board, paper, fabric, museum glass.
 
Custom framed with museum glass in a sophisticated deep wooden frame in collaboration with Chevy Chase Art Gallery, Washington, DC.
 
Frame color:  Black
Size:  22” x 13” x 4”