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Midcentury Desk Sculpture of Dice in Bronze, 1950s

About the Item

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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