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Modernist Gray Lucite Kinetic Celestial Orbit Sculpture Astrolabe, circa 1970

$1,900
£1,459.12
€1,672.13
CA$2,674.73
A$2,996.29
CHF 1,558.44
MX$36,548.55
NOK 19,841.05
SEK 18,708.70
DKK 12,480.33

About the Item

This stunning rotating astrolabe is a gorgeous kinetic sculpture. The rare celestial orbit piece was crafted in Italy circa 1970. The six circles are made of Acrylic Lucite in a smoke gray color and stand on a frosted clear base. The six concentric circles that constitute this atomic astrolabe pivot on a different axis from the previous circle, thus creating thousands of possible combinations for a surprisingly and constantly different design. There is no visible maker's mark. Dimensions: 17.94 in wide (45.5 cm) by 13 in deep (33 cm) by 19.94 in high (50.5 cm).
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.94 in (50.65 cm)Width: 17.94 in (45.57 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1970
  • Condition:
    The sculpture is in excellent condition, with no pronounced signs of wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 3W009CFAHAD1stDibs: LU1632245726572

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