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Joseph Konzal Bust of Martha Graham

$995
£754.47
€865.63
CA$1,415.76
A$1,535.78
CHF 807.60
MX$18,687.38
NOK 10,096.31
SEK 9,522.06
DKK 6,463.03

About the Item

This mid‑century figurative bust captures the force and finesse of dance legend Martha Graham, rendered in expressive profile by sculptor Joseph Konzal. Crafted in the 1950s, the sculpture is composed of plaster, hand-finished with a painted bronze patina that venerably bridges art and homage. It is mounted on a solid wooden base that complements both the material palette and the meditative poise of the piece. Measuring approximately 12 inches high, 6½ inches wide, and 7½ inches deep, it offers a compact, yet commanding presence ideal for mantel, console, or desk display. The artist’s signature discreetly graces the reverse, affirming authenticity. Konzal, an educator and sculptor active between 1930 and 1960, is known for his portrait busts of luminaries such as Walt Whitman and Frank Lloyd Wright—making this depiction of Martha Graham a distinctly narrative capture of American modernism in both dance and portraiture. The figure’s sculptural force conjures her legacy—the "mother of modern dance"—in static expression. In fine vintage condition, the work exhibits minor, age-appropriate surface wear that only serves to enhance its legitimacy and emotional resonance. Bust of Martha Graham made by Joseph Konzal. Created in the 1950s and comprised of a painted bronze patina on plaster mounted to a wooden base. Konzal was a recognized sculptor who designed busts of other notable figures between 1930 and 1960 including Walt Whitman and Frank Lloyd Wright. The piece is signed by the artist on the back.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. minor, age appropriate imperfections on surface.
  • Seller Location:
    Chattanooga, TN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2255316312321

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