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Gordon Chandler
"Blue Kimono, " Reclaimed Steel Sculpture, 2012

2012

About the Item

Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures formed from found metal scraps. With an eye to the aesthetic possibilities of this humble material, Chandler invests the reclaimed steel with sculptural fluidity and a wry sense of form. Flattened with the center portion rolled out, this discarded barrel takes on the look of a traditional kimono. Coated with a navy blue finish, the dented metal appears as draped silk, folded back to form a simple collar with a contrasting red-brown finish. The artist's name and date of creation have been stamped onto a small plate secured to the collar of the sculpture in place of a garment label.
  • Creator:
    Gordon Chandler (1953, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2012
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 60.5 in (153.67 cm)Width: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CGCH0011stDibs: LU1036310618182
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