This one‑of‑a‑kind freeform steel Staccato Cuff from Bette Barnett captures the lyricism of metal in motion. Deeply etched to create an undulating surface, it is “painted” with fused 18 karat Yellow Gold powdered metals—a technique developed by the artist that allows gold to bloom across the steel in organic, shimmering flashes. The resulting composition feels both molten and rhythmic, as the gold flows into the contours of the form and settles into a spontaneous, expressive pattern.
Shaped into a sensuous, shifting silhouette, the contemporary cuff wraps the wrist with graceful asymmetry. Darkened steel edges frame the gold, heightening the dramatic interplay of shadow and light. Bold yet intimate, this artistic piece embodies Bette Barnett’s signature fusion of industrial strength and precious radiance. The sculptural cuff, which is designed to fit an average size wrist, is 2.0” high and 1.0” wide.
