Silas Seandel creates captivating works in metal that range from sculptural tables in sumptuous living rooms to abstract sculptures that adorn the walls of hotel lobbies and museums. His brutalist and modernist pieces have a sensuous appeal. Working primarily with two methods — welded sheet metal and metal casting — his one-of-a-kind copper, bronze, brass and steel pieces evoke flowing movement.
Born in New York City in 1937, Seandel enjoyed working with his hands at a young age, often modeling with clay and creating kinetic mobiles. He was particularly drawn to the work of Alexander Calder. He graduated in 1959 from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in economics. He then enrolled in business school and studied law.
While exploring the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia, he wandered into its “Sculptors of the 1950s” exhibit, which included works by Richard Stankiewicz, John Chamberlain and Jason Seley. Their metal art subsequently inspired a shift in his career. Seandel taught himself to weld from a how-to book and opened his first studio in 1963.
To support his income, he worked in the furniture department at B. Altman & Co. He would talk about metal sculpting with the designers who frequented the floor. One who was refurbishing the dining room of a country club commissioned Seandel to create a wall sculpture that resulted in acclaim for the artist. Since that first commission, he has worked almost exclusively with engineers, interior designers and architects.
Seandel witnessed the September 11, 2001, attacks from his New York City studio; what he saw influenced many of his works. In 2012, the designer’s studio was damaged in the storm surge of Hurricane Sandy. Water is now a recurring theme in his pieces.
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Signed Silas Seandel 1972 Custom Brass & Copper Sculpture Chandelier
By Silas Seandel
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Commissioned chandelier sculpture by Silas Seandel from a Broadmoor Colorado estate. Monumental work of art by Silas, signed and dated 1972. Measures over 3 feet wide x 2 feet tall. ...
Copper, Brass
Silas Seandel Pendant Light, Patinated Brass and Aluminum, Etched Signature
By Silas Seandel
Located in Kansas City, MO
Signed Silas Seandel pendant light fixture or swag lamp, 1974, New York, New York. Brutalist form in solid brass and aluminum. This is a unique one of a kind piece. Signature is etch...
Aluminum, Brass
Silas Seandel Bronze Table Lamp - Signed and Dated 1972
By Silas Seandel, Paul Evans
Located in Raleigh, NC
Silas Seandel table lamp in welded and torch-cut bronze, signed and dated 1972. A rare and unique example showcasing Seandel's sculptural metalwork techniques. Bronze elements are w...
Bronze
Orrefors Crystal Chandelier and Etched Glass Pendant Chandelier
By Orrefors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous chandelier with handblown crystal teardrops and etched striped glass pendant bowl on a brass stem. Designed by the famed glass house Orrefors c. 1950.
Three ...
Crystal, Brass
Italian Brass and Murano Glass Pendant Light, 1970s Hollywood Regency
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian brass and Murano glass pendant light. The height is adjustable. Five E14 bulbs. Diameter 40 cm.
Brass
$2,375 / item
+ 1 moreH 24 in W 60 in D 0.75 in
Picture Light Pendant Thin and Adjustable Minimal Brass Linear LED Pendant, UL
By Aurora Lampworks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our take on a classic Picture Light is a minimal design with one big advantage--it is able to rotate. The projected light is adjustable, allowing for greater versatility in lighting various subjects. Customizable lengths guarantee the perfect fit for any lighting project that requires linear lighting...
Brass
$1,214 / item
H 11.82 in W 29.53 in D 11.82 in
Japanese Aluminum Flameproof Strip Light, Brass Fittings and Chrome Cage
By Kokosha
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Vintage Industrial flameproof ceiling tube light as seen in the movie Star Wars 'The Force awakens'. Designed and manufactured by Kokosha of Osak...
Aluminum
French Brutalist Brazed-Copper Table Lamp, Signed and Dated 1975
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
French brazed-copper table lamp with a strong sculptural presence, dated 1975 and bearing an indecipherable signature. The hand-worked copper reveals a deeply textured patina, typica...
Copper
$5,400 / item
H 24 in Dm 30 in
Custom Perforated Black Metal & Brass Conical / Convex Pendant Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom conical / convex shaped pendant chandelier in perforated black metal with brass rods and canopy. Can be done in different sizes and finishes.
Metal, Brass
Custom Perforated Brass Metal Conical / Convex Pendant Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom conical /convex shaped pendant chandelier in perforated brass. Can be done in different sizes and finishes.
Brass
Filamento Pendant Light in Glass and Aluminum by MAYICE
By Mayice Studio, Rossana Orlandi
Located in Milan, IT
The Filamento light was designed as a modular system. Each of the 1.26-metre-long lights can be attached to one another. The studio attached four Filamento pieces together to form a ...
Glass
$7,777 / item
H 35.44 in Dm 33.47 in
Murano Round Light Pink Color Glass and Brass Chandelier and Pendant, 2000
By Murano 5
Located in Roma, Lazio
Pure elegance for this light pink Murano chandelier with an out of the ordinary design. Whether off or on, the pink color is truly exhilar...
Brass
Paul Evans Cityscape Table Lamp PE-4006
By Paul Evans
Located in Hanover, MA
The most rare model of Paul Evans Cityscape lamp produced by Directional circa 1972 in polished stainless steel and brass mosaic tiles. See...
Brass, Stainless Steel
1980s Signed Brutalist Bronze Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1980s solid bronze Brutalist style table lamps with chrome shades. The lamps are well made and very heavy "signed and dated 1987".
Brass, Bronze, Chrome
Tom Greene Style Brutalist Brass and Bronze Table Lamp
By Tom Greene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing piece of midcentury art in the style of Tom Greene. Includes custom-made shade.
Brass, Bronze, Metal
Brutalist Pair of Silas Seandel Lamp Tables or Floor Lamps
By Silas Seandel
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of Silas Seandel floor lamps or lamp tables with torched cut metal sculptural base and glass table top. Good vintage condition with age appropriate patina.
Metal
Rare Brutalist Torch Cut Sculpture Table Lamp by Silas Seandel
By Silas Seandel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Wonderful Brutalist torch cut table lamp by Silas Seandel. circa 1970s.
Brass