The Remains of the Gay - Solo Exhibition - Coming June, 2026

Habille cameo tiara.

The Remains of the Gay is an exhibition of new work by Sam Gassman at Ornamentum Gallery. On view will be hand-sewn flags, rag jewels and a new series of antique jewel assemblages. Themes include American politics, the gay influence on its founding, and the nostalgic leavings of lost empires.

June 25 - July 20, 2026

reception and artist talk Saturday June 27 during Upstate Art Weekend

Ornamentum Gallery

506 Warren St.

Hudson, NY 12534

Title: A Reluctant King

Date: 2025

Dimensions: 4 1/4” h, 2 1/4” w, 1 1/4” d

Materials: 9th century Coptic bone, 17th century baroque cloisonné panel, 19th century crown, fossil, raised steel, gold, velvet, rock crystal, Chinese gold filigree, natural ruby

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