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Germaine Richier — lead and coloured glass, mounted on slate
Germaine Richier

lead and coloured glass, mounted on slate

1953

Germaine Richier's work combines lead and colored glass mounted on slate, originally cast in 1953 and assembled by the artist in 1959. This unique piece exemplifies Richier's innovative approach to sculptural materials and their expressive potential.

Medium
Executed in 1959, this work is unique. The lead and glass figure was cast in 1953 and mounted by the artist on the slate element in 1959.

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

March 9, 2018

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Germaine Richier, lead and coloured glass, mounted on slate, 1953

Germaine Richier's work combines lead and colored glass mounted on slate, originally cast in 1953 and assembled by the artist in 1959. This unique piece exemplifies Richier's innovative approach to sculptural materials and their expressive potential.

Medium
Executed in 1959, this work is unique. The lead and glass figure was cast in 1953 and mounted by the artist on the slate element in 1959.
Year
1953
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Assemblage, French, Glass, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Unique, Abstract, Lead

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