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Gordon Chandler Art

American, b. 1953
GORDON CHANDLER b. 1953, Springfield, MA American sculptor Gordon Chandler first studied sculpture at Maine’s Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in sculpture from Syracuse University and a Master of Fine Arts in sculpture from the University of Massachusetts. In 1976, he founded W&P Builders for the manufacture of welded steel woodstoves. Renowned for his work with salvaged metal, Chandler has exhibited his sculpture and functional art across the country, including nearly yearly participation in Chicago’s Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art Exhibition since 1997. He is well known for his series of steel drum kimonos, buck heads, and reclaimed metal furniture. His work can be found in public and private collections across the country.
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Artist: Gordon Chandler
"Royal Blue Jacket, " Steel Sculpture
"Royal Blue Jacket, " Steel Sculpture

"Royal Blue Jacket, " Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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 forme...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

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Steel

"Tiny Two-Toned Jacket, " Steel Sculpture
"Tiny Two-Toned Jacket, " Steel Sculpture

"Tiny Two-Toned Jacket, " Steel Sculpture

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Located in Chicago, IL

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 forme...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

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Steel

"Red Rust Jacket, " Steel Sculpture
"Red Rust Jacket, " Steel Sculpture

"Red Rust Jacket, " Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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 forme...

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2010s Abstract Gordon Chandler Art

Materials

Steel

"Buck Head, " Steel Sculpture
"Buck Head, " Steel Sculpture

"Buck Head, " Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

Renowned for his work with salvaged metal, American artist Gordon Chandler transforms weathered found materials into refined works of sculpture. With an eye to the aesthetic possibilities of this humble material, Chandler invests reclaimed steel with sculptural fluidity and a wry sense of form. In this wall-mounted sculpture entitled "Buck Head...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

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Steel

“Tiny Mint Green Jacket, ” Steel Sculpture
“Tiny Mint Green Jacket, ” Steel Sculpture

“Tiny Mint Green Jacket, ” Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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 and the sides left open, this discarded barrel takes on the look of a miniature jacket. Coated with a mint green finish, the eroded metal appears as draped fabric, folded back to form a simple collar. The sculpture is finished with the artist's initials stamped...

Category

2010s Gordon Chandler Art

Materials

Steel

"Red Hem Kimono, " Steel Sculpture
"Red Hem Kimono, " Steel Sculpture

"Red Hem Kimono, " Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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 forme...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

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"Matte Red Kimono, " Steel Sculpture
"Matte Red Kimono, " Steel Sculpture

"Matte Red Kimono, " Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

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Steel

"Hot Water Kimono, " Found Steel Sculpture, 2012
"Hot Water Kimono, " Found Steel Sculpture, 2012

"Hot Water Kimono, " Found Steel Sculpture, 2012

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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. Steel scraps salvaged from a hot water...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

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Steel

"Corrugated Wrap, " Steel Sculpture
"Corrugated Wrap, " Steel Sculpture

"Corrugated Wrap, " Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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 reclaimed steel with sculptural fluidity and a wry sense of form. In this wall-mounted sculpture entitled "Corrugated Wrap," a salvaged sheet of corrugated steel...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

Materials

Steel

"Yellow Stag, " Steel Sculpture
"Yellow Stag, " Steel Sculpture

"Yellow Stag, " Steel Sculpture

By Gordon Chandler

Located in Chicago, IL

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Gordon Chandler Art

Materials

Steel

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