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Brad Howe — Shouldering The Sky
Brad Howe

Shouldering The Sky

2021

Shouldering The Sky is a monumental aluminum relief by Brad Howe, completed in 2021 and measuring an imposing 241.3 by 426.7 centimeters, with a depth of 15.2 centimeters that gives the work a powerful sculptural presence on the wall. The title itself evokes a sense of weight and endurance, and Howe translates that metaphor into physical form through sweeping, interlocking planes of fabricated aluminum that catch and redistribute light across their surfaces. The result is a composition that feels simultaneously architectural and kinetic, shifting in character as ambient light conditions change throughout the day. Howe's practice is rooted in a rigorous dialogue between geometric abstraction and emotional resonance, and this work exemplifies that balance at scale. The aluminum, shaped and finished with the precision that has become a hallmark of his studio process, carries a warmth that belies the industrial nature of the material. Curved and angular forms coexist within the composition in a way that suggests both tension and harmony, drawing the viewer into a sustained visual engagement rather than delivering its full meaning at first glance. Signed by the artist and currently available through DEAN PROJECT, Shouldering The Sky represents a significant opportunity to acquire a major work from one of the leading voices in contemporary sculptural abstraction. Its scale makes it ideally suited to institutional settings, expansive residential interiors, or corporate environments where art is intended to anchor and define a space. The piece is offered without a frame, as the work is designed to be presented directly, its own materiality and dimension serving as the complete statement.

Medium
Aluminum
Overall
Signed
Yes

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Brad Howe, Shouldering The Sky, 2021

Shouldering The Sky is a monumental aluminum relief by Brad Howe, completed in 2021 and measuring an imposing 241.3 by 426.7 centimeters, with a depth of 15.2 centimeters that gives the work a powerful sculptural presence on the wall. The title itself evokes a sense of weight and endurance, and Howe translates that metaphor into physical form through sweeping, interlocking planes of fabricated aluminum that catch and redistribute light across their surfaces. The result is a composition that feels simultaneously architectural and kinetic, shifting in character as ambient light conditions change throughout the day. Howe's practice is rooted in a rigorous dialogue between geometric abstraction and emotional resonance, and this work exemplifies that balance at scale. The aluminum, shaped and finished with the precision that has become a hallmark of his studio process, carries a warmth that belies the industrial nature of the material. Curved and angular forms coexist within the composition in a way that suggests both tension and harmony, drawing the viewer into a sustained visual engagement rather than delivering its full meaning at first glance. Signed by the artist and currently available through DEAN PROJECT, Shouldering The Sky represents a significant opportunity to acquire a major work from one of the leading voices in contemporary sculptural abstraction. Its scale makes it ideally suited to institutional settings, expansive residential interiors, or corporate environments where art is intended to anchor and define a space. The piece is offered without a frame, as the work is designed to be presented directly, its own materiality and dimension serving as the complete statement.

Medium
Aluminum
Dimensions
overall: 241.3 x 426.7 x 15.2 cm
Year
2021
Signed
Hand-signed by the artist
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DEAN PROJECT

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