Torch III google It is a hydrated silicate

It is a hydrated silicate and fluoride of calcium and potassium

and a detail plaster cornice molding

5" high x 3

The tassel originally came from an Italian church and were used during feast days

These tassels were used on feast days to decorate churches

Torch III google It is a hydrated silicateSculptural canvas relief with a 17th century Italian Florence fragment titled "Torch III" by Elena Rousseau. The sculpted canvas is molded together with fresco plaster, gesso, ash, green earth on board. The original 17th century Italian Florence fragment is molded into the sculptural canvas to create a dynamic relief sculpture. The Florence Flood body of work is similar to Rousseau's other known work but relies less on gilding and highlights instead