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UnknownBlack Wooden Assemblage, 1951, A Mid-century Post-war Abstract Relief Sculpture1951
1951
$1,980
£1,492.92
€1,726.79
CA$2,801.29
A$3,054.02
CHF 1,613.68
MX$37,557.25
NOK 20,064.87
SEK 18,888.42
DKK 12,890.77
About the Item
This unique black wooden assemblage from 1951 is a captivating example of mid-century post-war abstract relief art. Signed with an illegible signature, the piece carries a mysterious allure that invites the viewer to explore abstraction, materiality, and form.
Composed of layered wooden elements, carefully arranged to create a sculptural surface, it achieves a powerful sense of depth. Adding contrast and tactility, a section of soft canvas cloth has been integrated into the structure, enriching the visual complexity of the work.
The monochrome black surface unifies the diverse materials, encouraging focus on form, shadow, and texture rather than color. This interplay of shadow and depth gives the assemblage an architectural presence, making it feel both modern and timeless.
Assemblage and relief sculptures were a defining feature of post-war modern art. By the early 1950s, artists in Europe and the United States sought new means of expression through found objects, construction, and material experimentation. Figures such as Louise Nevelson, Alberto Burri, and César embraced these techniques, merging painting and sculpture to reflect the uncertainty and renewal of the era. This 1951 assemblage sits squarely within that context, embodying the bold spirit of reconstruction and reinvention.
The condition of the piece is very good, with only minor areas of natural wear to the black paint consistent with its age. On the reverse, there is a minor trace of moisture, which is not visible from the front and has no effect on the strength of the wooden base. Its layered three-dimensionality and striking all-black composition ensure it remains relevant today, resonating with both modernist and contemporary sensibilities.
Dimensions: Height 68 cm (26.8 in), Width 45 cm (17.7 in), Depth 10 cm (3.9 in)
Medium: Wood and canvas cloth, painted black
Year: 1951
Signature: Signed with an illegible signature at the bottom of the frame
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- Creation Year:1951
- Dimensions:Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Frederiksberg C, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2260216906412
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