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A Zoomorphic BRUTALIST Ritual SCULPTURE Unique PIECE from LA BORNE France 1980

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An exceptional, spectacular and "mystical" phantasmagorical sculpture, inspired by nature and the wild, mineral or organic and animal or even... shamanic! in 3 nested parts, Zoomorphic, Brutalist, Free Form, Shabby-Chic... It consists of 2 conical bases that form stylized "totemic" bases or legs, on which a long, tapered horizontal body with 2 "heads" at the ends is nested, on which a superb symbolic creature (like a stylized fox) is drawn, in sandstone (shiny for the feet, shiny on the face and matt on the back of the suspended body) with very beautiful brown, ochre and gray shades. The legs are characterized by 2 appendages or hooks that can be used to hang something, a branch or a utensil, depending on their arrangement. Purchased in a ceramic gallery in Vallauris in the 80s-90s by its previous owner, this mysterious sculpture is signed with a singular monogram, to be attributed, France 1980-1990. A mystical, ritual or shamanic dimension emerges from this extraordinary piece. DIMENSIONS: H 29.5 x W 39 x D 11 to 14 cm CONDITION: In perfect original condition. Wear, scratches, marks, patina of use on all surfaces.
  • Similar to:
    La Borne Potters (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)Width: 15.36 in (39 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Style:
    Brutalist (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6650241496292

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