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Brother Mel Meyer
Brother Mel Meyer- Colorful Abstract, Wall Mount Steel Diptych

$6,500
£4,941.39
€5,768.23
CA$9,126.44
A$10,354.14
CHF 5,421.79
MX$127,742.44
NOK 67,229.06
SEK 64,325.31
DKK 43,025.55
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SALE ONE WEEK ONLY Mel Meyer's work runs the gamut of multiple mediums. His artwork, especially his metal sculptures, are known for their geometric components and bright contrasting colors. Other mediums he has worked in include watercolors, stained glass, frescoes, paper, textiles and acrylics. Religion, education, and an appreciation for life suffuse his work. It is estimated that he created 10,000 art pieces during artistic career. His work has an atmosphere of "joie de vie" that fits his artistic philosophy: “Art is an outgrowth of what the person is," said Meyer. "I’m a happy person. The feeling of being happy finds its way into the art." Brother Mel Meyer was born in 1928. He was taught by members of the Marianist order at McBride High School, an experience that would lead him to take vows with that same order later in 1952. He graduated from University of Dayton, became a high school teacher, and received his MFA at Notre Dame in 1960. He studied under Jean Charlot, a Mexican muralist who worked alongside Diego Rivera, and Ivan Mestrovic, the legendary Croatian sculptor. He received an honorary PhD from St. Louis University. He passed away in 2013. Left piece dimensions are 79" h x 51" w x 1.5" d. Right piece 65.25" h x 49.5" w x 1.5" d.
  • Creator:
    Brother Mel Meyer (1928 - 2013, American)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 79 in (200.66 cm)Width: 61.5 in (156.21 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Detroit, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU128618656242

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