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Mid-Century Modern Wall-Filling Copper Art Work by Huibert De Ru

$7,034.74per set
$17,470.38per set59% Off
£5,328.98per set
£13,234.21per set59% Off
€6,040per set
€15,000per set59% Off
CA$9,745.68per set
CA$24,202.85per set59% Off
A$10,930.43per set
A$27,145.11per set59% Off
CHF 5,724.10per set
CHF 14,215.47per set59% Off
MX$132,815.39per set
MX$329,839.56per set59% Off
NOK 72,686.45per set
NOK 180,512.70per set59% Off
SEK 68,911.87per set
SEK 171,138.76per set59% Off
DKK 45,987.15per set
DKK 114,206.50per set59% Off

About the Item

This beautifully crafted copper art work was made by Huibert de Ru (1902-1980) , a well known Dutch painter and graphic designer. It was destined for a Dutch school, probably in the 1950's but possibly even in the prewar period. The work consists of about 40 separate pieces forming a Gesamtkunstwerk of 6 by 2 meters (18 by 6 feet, as depicted). Of course there is no rule as to the way the different pieces may be mounted. The work shows different stages in the upbringing of a child, from education to becoming a responsible citizen, showing the words 'Spel en ontwikkeling' (Play and development), 'Verantwoordelijkheid voor gezin en staat' (Responsibility for Family and State) and 'Kennis' (Knowledge). It would make a marvelous statement piece in a restaurant, hotel lobby or huge wall in a loft. Take a look at the photoshopped examples of the effect it would have on the space. Unfortunately there is not enough space on this site to show all items. Please send us a message if you would like to see all pieces separately.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 78.75 in (200 cm)Width: 236.23 in (600 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 40
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Doornspijk, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: f125121508262946543fs

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