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Bernard Langlais — Poem
Bernard Langlais

Poem

1960

A dynamic composition of stamped wood elements arranged in rhythmic patterns that evoke the cadence and flow of written verse. Langlais employs his signature use of wood as both material and expressive tool, with the textured, repeated impressions creating a visual language reminiscent of words on a page. The work is completed by the artist's own painted wood frame, which functions as an integral part of the piece rather than a mere border.

Medium
stamped wood, in artist's painted wood frame

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A Life of Discovery: Works from The Allan Stone Collection | Contemporary Art Online

December 3, 2018

Estimate: $1,000$2,000

Lot 20

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Bernard Langlais, Poem, 1960

A dynamic composition of stamped wood elements arranged in rhythmic patterns that evoke the cadence and flow of written verse. Langlais employs his signature use of wood as both material and expressive tool, with the textured, repeated impressions creating a visual language reminiscent of words on a page. The work is completed by the artist's own painted wood frame, which functions as an integral part of the piece rather than a mere border.

Medium
stamped wood, in artist's painted wood frame
Year
1960
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Folk Art, 20th Century, Wood Relief, Male Artist, Mixed Media, Framed Artwork, American Artist, Sculptural Assemblage, Neutral Tones, Textured Surface, Abstract