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MCM Modernist Alien Bust / Head Sculpture by Andre Minaux

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A very cool MCM modernist alien bust / head sculpture by Andre Minaux, circa 1970s. This rare sculpture by noted French designer Andre Minaux is made of cast metal over bronze with a silver wash finish and is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks. The sculpture is 4"W x 5"D x 10"H and weighs a hefty five pounds; it is stamped MINAUX with both logo and copyright symbol on back. Retains original brown felt on base! Bring some “out of this world” whimsey to your space! #3041 André Minaux (1923-1986) was a French artist best known for his stylized social realist paintings and prints that expressed contemporary life and art historical reference through abstracted figurative compositions.
  • Creator:
    Andre Minaux (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Diego, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: #30411stDibs: LU936634658212
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