Editor’s Obsession: Liquid Gold

Gold may seem immutable and timeless (art objects have been found dating from 4200 BCE), but my favorite new pieces capture it in more evanescent, fluid forms, showcasing its light-catching quality in shimmering paillettes, drippy spangles, swishy beaded fringe, and molten silhouettes. The sense of movement gives these pieces—from a dazzling modern chandelier to luminous jewelry to a resplendent gold-fringed console table—a sensual quality that makes you want to reach out and touch them, to bask in their glow.

To experience more of gold’s irresistible allure and stunning craftsmanship, visit Solid Gold at the Brooklyn Museum through July 6, 2025.