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Clay Sculpture Abstract Swan, Black Graphite 1970s

$1,493.32
£1,089
€1,250
CA$2,042.83
A$2,285.98
CHF 1,193.63
MX$28,103.80
NOK 15,059.06
SEK 14,170.50
DKK 9,512.48
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Clay Sculpture Abstract Swan, Black Graphite 1970s. Anonymous work from a French artist, unsigned. This black graphite-patinated clay sculpture, dating from the 1970s, is a stylized representation of a swan, characterized by its Cubist-inspired forms. The sculpture abstracts the natural elegance of a swan into a series of smooth, geometric shapes and curves. The head of the swan, with its curved beak and subtle eye indentation, gracefully extends from a body composed of rounded, almost muscular forms. The use of Cubist elements deconstructs the swan's anatomy, emphasizing the interplay of volume and voids, while the dark, metallic sheen adds a sense of weight and solidity to the piece. A great and unique piece to add in any interior decor ! Please note : Some very tiny chips are to be noticed, where the black patina is missing, revealing the red clay underneath (see photos).
  • Similar to:
    Allan Houser (Artist)Tim Orr (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 12.6 in (32 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Brutalist (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Clay,Pottery,Blackened,Bronzed,Ebonized,Hand-Crafted,Molded,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    ROUEN, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9230240876172

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