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Susan Tibbles Life Sized Art Assemblage “Master Lock” Framed Sculpture Distresse
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Magnificent Susan Tibbles life sized 3-diminsional art assemblage titled “Master Lock” framed sculpture in purposefully distressed display case or shadow box. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, the bottom left corner of frame was broken and a new piece was glued in by our experienced staff. Frame is purposefully distressed. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1989.
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We have an incredible life-sized art assemblage created by renowned designer Susan Tibbles for your viewing pleasure! This piece is titled “Master Lock,” and was custom made and hand crafted by Susan Tibbles in 1989. It is composed of a masterfully sculpted and crafted 3-diminsional woman’s silver negligee, thigh high fish net stockings with lock details on the thigh straps, black spiked stiletto heels, and a silver beaded & spiked neck collar with a ring attached to a full-length chain draping from the collar to a hook at the top of the case. The chain hangs down to the base of the case where it gathers between the spiked heels. SASSY!! The sculpture stands in front of a black leather-like back drop inside a monumental black and white display case or shadow box painted with a purposefully distressed technique. The box is framed with a deliberately distressed black and white painted wood frame featuring torn mesh edges at the top and bottom behind the glass front. It is MARVELOUS to say the least. A little sexy? Yes. A little sophisticated? Yes! A bit mischievous? Well… also yes! This piece is daring, deep, and maybe a bit dark depending on your perception. It may speak to you on women’s identity and bounds they endure, exhibition or bondage as a metaphorical standpoint, female objectification, or it may just be a risqué representation of a stunning feminine figure and a little fantasy. It’s YOUR imagination so, you wouldn’t be wrong! It has some Gothic style tones to me so it would be fun to hang in a room among other esoteric pieces, but she will certainly make a bold statement on her own on ANY wall you choose.
Susan Tibbles is a self-taught accomplished artist who launched her career in 1990 in Santa Barbara, California working with mixed media assemblages and collages using fabricated objects she collects from thrift stores, salvaged items, and local findings. From these items she builds pieces, often layered, turning “trash into treasure.” She assembles her works in a fashion representing her own world views regarding topics such as cosmetic surgery, love, racial discrimination, American cultures, and politics. She has been self-described as a “visual journalist,” and her work has been shown in Galleries and Museums across the United States and Europe. Her illustrations have also graced several publications over the last twenty years including The Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, San Francisco Chronicle, and The Baltimore Sun.
This phenomenal life-sized hand-crafted sculpture titled “Master Lock” by Susan Tibbles is incredible, unique, edgy, and one-of-a-kind. You hold the key… UN-LOCK IT….and make it YOURS!!!!!
Sculpture Size:
- Height: 72 Inches
- Width: 24 Inches
- Depth: 8.75 Inches
- Weight: 52.26 Pounds
Boxed/Crated Size:
- Height: 77 Inches
- Width: 29 Inches
- Depth: 14 Inches
- Weight: 80 Pounds
- Creator:Susan Tibbles (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 72 in (182.88 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)
- Style:Bohemian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1989
- Condition:Repaired: Specifically, the bottom left corner of frame was broken, and a new piece was glued in by our experienced staff. Frame is purposefully distressed. Wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful condition vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We try to show flaws.
- Seller Location:Topeka, KS
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