Astonishingly Detailed 19th Century Sand Art Jars by Artist Andrew Clemens

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Astonishingly Detailed 19th Century Sand Art Jars by Artist Andrew Clemens


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These sand art jars, featuring astonishingly detailed sand illustrations, were created by 19th century American sand artist Andrew Clemens (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Clemens).

Clemens handcrafted the sand art out of naturally colored sands from his home state of Iowa. He did not use glue in his art — instead, he packed the sand tightly as he worked and fitted a tightly sealed lid to the finished jar.

Surviving examples of his work are rare and sell at auction for high prices (http://cowansauctions.com/search.aspx?term=andrew+clemens).

For more of his work, see the Friends of Andrew Clemens Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-of-Andrew-Clemens-McGregor-Iowa-Sand-Artist/134933286573770).



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Wow.... The patience that man had must have been incredible.