Tom Boylan, Extra Long Slim Bead in Sunset Colors, 45x15mm
SKU: GLC--197
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Description
- This bead is an unusual shape for Tom, who generally preferred more rounded beads. This one in sunset colors measures 45x15mm
- It reminds me of some others that I acquired recently from the estate of another Bay Area collector (GLC-302, GLC-305, GLC-306) She had so many that I suspect she ordered them for a jewelry line that she never got around to making.
- Tom did not function well under any kind of restrictions, but on occasion, to fund travel, or other desires, he would take orders.
- Self-taught, reclusive, Northern California artist Tom Boylan was one of the earliest American bead-makers. An avid gardener and astrologer, his beads seem infused with both nature and the cosmos. They appeal equally to men and women, and were the most popular we carried in our Beadazzled stores.
- Tom used borosilcate tubing as the base for his beads, adding dots and stripes. Then temporarily closing off one end, he blew into the tube to achieve the desired size and shape. As a final touch he gave the ends a twist.
- Sadly Tom left this earth in the fall of 2024. I hope he's somehow among the stars that meant so much to him.
- This bead is from the collection of Sheila Sabatino, effervescent artist, dedicated mom, and creator of inspired wall and wearable art designs.