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Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler โ€” Sculptural Magazine holder
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler

Sculptural Magazine holder

1950

This sculptural magazine holder exemplifies mid-century modern design with its striking combination of materials and geometric form. The piece features a hammered copper panel suspended between two black metal frames, each topped with elegant brass handles that curve upward. The tactile, textured surface of the copper creates visual interest and reflects light dynamically, while the minimalist frame structure emphasizes clean lines and functional elegance. The design balances practical utility with artistic presence, making it as much a decorative object as a storage solution. This work represents the innovative approach to domestic furnishings that characterized the modernist era.

Medium
Copper and metal
Dimensions

Notes

Lot 65 in EHC Essentials: Modern and Contemporary on Artsy (May 19, 2026).

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EHC Essentials: Modern and Contemporary

May 19, 2026

Lot 65

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Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Sculptural Magazine holder, 1950

This sculptural magazine holder exemplifies mid-century modern design with its striking combination of materials and geometric form. The piece features a hammered copper panel suspended between two black metal frames, each topped with elegant brass handles that curve upward. The tactile, textured surface of the copper creates visual interest and reflects light dynamically, while the minimalist frame structure emphasizes clean lines and functional elegance. The design balances practical utility with artistic presence, making it as much a decorative object as a storage solution. This work represents the innovative approach to domestic furnishings that characterized the modernist era.

Medium
Copper and metal
Dimensions
37 x 52 x 13 cm
Year
1950
Seen at
EHC Fine Art Auction, Unknown

Related themes

Functional Art, Iconic Modernism, Copper Metal, Minimalist, Artisanal Technique, Magazine Holder, Geometric Form, Contemporary Collectible, Sculptural Furniture, Design Objects, Brazilian Design, Mid-Century Modern, Architectural Hardware, Industrial Aesthetic, Modernist Design, Metal Craftsmanship, Storage Furniture, Textured Surface, Decorative Object, Brass Handles