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Alexander Ney, Head, Gilt Terracotta Sculpture, circa 1990

$3,900
£2,900.94
€3,396.43
CA$5,441.82
A$6,089.55
CHF 3,179.68
MX$74,864.73
NOK 40,115.32
SEK 37,748.32
DKK 25,339.96
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Gilt terracotta sculpture on marble base. Signed with artist's facsimile, dated '90 Alexander Ney (Russian, born in 1939 in Leningrad, Russia) is an American sculptor and painter. He immigrated to the United States in 1974 and has since lived and worked in New York City. Developing several individualistic styles in modern art, he is most famous for his unique work in terracotta sculpture, involving heavily perforated surfaces and intriguing forms.
  • Creator:
    Alexander Ney (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1990-1999
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1990
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Send message to this seller to request more details or discuss price….
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819310468021

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