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Midcentury Desk Sculpture of Dice in Bronze, 1950s

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Small unusual desk sculpture with removable bronze dice. Despite its small size its very heavy. The dice may have been mounted as a hood ornament originally and then made in to a decorative piece by an unknown probably Scandinavian metalworker. Measurements: H: 15 cm. The dice measures 4.3x4.3 cm and weight on its own in the neighborhood of 1 kg.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Diameter: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The dice may have been mounted as a hood ornament originally and then made in to a decorative piece by an unknown probably Scandinavian metalworker. Wear consistent with age and use. Superficial ware and patina consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782236463552

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