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Yellow Fractal Resin Obelisk by Pierre Giraudon, circa 1970
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This spectacular, oversized fractal resin obelisk was crafted in Europe, and its design is frequently attributed to Pierre Giraudon circa 1970. Using a specialized process that applies electricity to harden the resin, this rare piece by Belgian artist Pierre Giraudon features a stunning fractured interior.
The process used makes each piece unique. The bright yellow color and large scale give this beautiful sculpture an extraordinary decorative flair.
This obelisk is in good condition, with a tiny chip on one of the lower corner edges of the resin block; however, it does not significantly affect the overall appearance.
Dimensions: 6 in wide (15 cm) by 6 in deep (15 cm) by 41 in high (104 cm).
- Creator:Pierre Giraudon (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1970
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- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: 4V009CFAGBF1stDibs: LU1632245463262
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Recognizing the enduring qualities of stainless steel—unbreakable, rot-proof, and timeless—Féal embraced this avant-garde material, which had first emerged in 1913 but only entered French decorative arts in the early 1960s. His work embodied the essence of "Parisian chic". It reflected the radical spirit of the era, standing alongside creations by celebrated designers like Joseph-André Motte, Michel Boyer, and Maria Pergay. Leading companies such as Uginox, Kappa, and Inox Industrie played pivotal roles in popularizing stainless steel, with the latter bringing Féal's visionary designs to life.
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By 1975, Féal gradually transitioned away from furniture design and, under his real name, embarked on a brilliant yet deliberately discreet career in industrial design, contributing to fields such as precision engineering. Though his time in decorative arts was brief, his influence remains profound, leaving a lasting imprint on French design history.
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