
Monument In The Style Of Michael Graves On The Debris Of The Bastille
2006
A meticulously rendered architectural fantasy rendered in ink and gouache, this work imagines a monumental structure in the distinctive Postmodern idiom of American architect Michael Graves, with his characteristic use of bold geometric forms, classical allusions, and decorative ornamentation. Bronstein situates this invented monument upon the rubble of the Bastille, layering historical and stylistic references to explore themes of power, revolution, and architectural memory. The artist's own frame further emphasizes the work's self-conscious theatricality, reinforcing Bronstein's ongoing preoccupation with the performative and ideological dimensions of architectural history.
- Medium
- ink and gouache on paper, in artist's frame
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale
October 6, 2016
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