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Billy Criswell
Helios

2019

About the Item

Criswell's standing sculpture emerged from a study of spatial organization by arranging basic, repetitive shapes into a harmonious balance, while exploring the concept of simultaneous implosion and explosion.
  • Creator:
    Billy Criswell (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2019
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU136726159952
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