Salt Vessels: Unearthing the Wonder of Salt

<p>An investigation into the history of salt reveals its importance throughout the history of human existence. Based on this history, table-sized salt vessels were created to advance an appreciation of salt as a mineral that not only enhances life but is necessary for man's survival. This thesis examines salt's historical role in terms of trade, war, religion, and culture. Artistic influences that helped shape the conceptual development of the salt vessels are discussed also. The vessels reference salt's inherent geophysical environment while serving as objects whose design, color, and surface treatment are meant to elevate salt both physically and symbolically. The resulting salt vessels serve to enhance a seemingly disappearing part of the cultural ritual of eating - that of taking time to appreciate and understand what is ingested into our bodies.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

M.A.

Level thesis:degree_level

Campus Access Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Art

Year

2010

Author dc:creator

• Hollins, Suzette H.

Contributors dc:contributor

• Virginia Scotchie

• Art Practice
• Arts and Humanities
• ceramics
• salt
• vessels

Statement dc:rights

• © 2010, Suzette H. Hollins

Repository record dc:identifier

https://scholarcommons.sc.edu/etd/445

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:scholarcommons.sc.edu:etd-1446