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Pietrina Checcacci Cast Bronze Thumbs Letter Holder

$950
£723.53
€833.97
CA$1,329.04
A$1,493.76
CHF 777.91
MX$18,167.78
NOK 9,954.30
SEK 9,439.61
DKK 6,224.22
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Cast bronze thumbs letter holder by Italian-Brazilian artist Pietrina Checcacci. The small weighted object features a patinated bronze pair of opposing thumbs that are separated to store envelopes or paper goods This quirky piece would be the perfect accent for any office interior. Checcacci is an Italian-born artist who works out of Rio de Janeiro. Her work mainly focuses on the human figure and body parts and she uses paintings or cast bronze sculptures as her medium. Since the start of her artistic career in the 1960s she has had ninety solo exhibitions and fifty collective exhibitions worldwide. Marked [CHECCACCI] on underside. Dimensions: 2.25” width x 2.25” depth x 2.25” height Condition: Excellent vintage condition; professionally cleaned.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Width: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AC20231stDibs: LU1645222981612

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