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Jeff Messerschmidt
Two Rare Lucite & Steel Modern Geometric Sculptures by Jeff Messerschmidt 1972

1972

$2,450
£1,859.51
€2,143.24
CA$3,433.49
A$3,832.07
CHF 2,016.11
MX$46,549.06
NOK 25,558.85
SEK 23,919.89
DKK 15,995.77

About the Item

Jeff Messerschmidt, an American artist and furniture designer best known for his innovative work in Lucite, takes the common dumbbell shape from ordinary to extraordinary, from utilitarian to artistic. Each of these sleek heavy-weight and light-weight "dumbbells" is inscribed with the series, the number, signed and dated by the artist in the Lucite. They are constructed from Lucite cylinders with steel inserts and the geometric ends bound to their central cylindrical "handles" with metal bolts., a signature of Messerschmidt's designs for his iconic tables and chairs. Light in look and feel, and also reflecting light, these dumbbell forms are sleek sculptures with a sense of humor that brighten any tabletop, or room. These rare sculptures have remained in a single family's collection since they were acquired from the artist in 1972. The larger piece measures 8 inches H. x 8 inches W. x 8 inches D. with the smaller work measuring 4.5 inches H. x 3.75 inches W. x 3.75 inches D. In very good unrestored original condition with a few minor scratches visible only in racking light.
  • Creator:
    Jeff Messerschmidt (1949, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1972
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1573214905972

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