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Antony Gormley — Mountain and Sea
Antony Gormley

Mountain and Sea

1987

A monumental yet contemplative work by Antony Gormley, *Mountain and Sea* explores the tension between the human form and the vast forces of the natural world. True to Gormley's signature practice, the piece invites reflection on the body's place within elemental landscapes, evoking both isolation and a profound sense of belonging. The work embodies his enduring fascination with presence, space, and the boundary between the physical self and the environment that surrounds it.

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Evening Sale

October 5, 2016

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Antony Gormley, Mountain and Sea, 1987

A monumental yet contemplative work by Antony Gormley, *Mountain and Sea* explores the tension between the human form and the vast forces of the natural world. True to Gormley's signature practice, the piece invites reflection on the body's place within elemental landscapes, evoking both isolation and a profound sense of belonging. The work embodies his enduring fascination with presence, space, and the boundary between the physical self and the environment that surrounds it.

Year
1987
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Figurative Sculpture, Abstract Art, Earth And Water, Contemplative Mood, Contemplative, Minimalist Aesthetic, Nature Imagery, Minimalist, Male Artist, British Artist, Nature Inspired, Landscape Theme, Landscape, Contemporary Artist, Muted Tones, Modern Art, Nature, Sea, Contemporary Art, Human Form, Established Artist, Sculptural Aesthetic, Mountain

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