Florence Resnikoff: A Weaver of Color and Metal Florence Resnikoff (1920-2013) stands as a singular figure in American jewelry and metalsmithing, an artist who defied easy categorization and relentlessly pursued her own unique vision. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, and nurtured by the vibrant artistic currents of Chicago and California, she forged a career defined not just by technical mastery but also by a profound engagement with color, texture, and the inherent beauty of materials. Resnikoff’s legacy rests on her ability to seamlessly blend modernist principles with an exuberant, almost playf…