
Bourrée de violon
"Bourrée de violon" is an assemblage work by French artist Arman from the 1960s that features multiple violins accumulated and arranged together, exemplifying his "Accumulation" series. The work transforms musical instruments into sculptural objects, exploring themes of mass production, consumerism, and the tension between the aesthetic and functional qualities of everyday items. By stacking and presenting these violins as a collective mass rather than individual instruments, Arman challenges conventional notions of artistic value and materiality.
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Collection Niomar Moniz Sodré Bittencourt | La Liberté pour dogme
April 10, 2025
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Lot 47
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