
Bronze Eroded Melpomene
A striking reinterpretation of the ancient Greek Muse of Tragedy, Daniel Arsham's *Bronze Eroded Melpomene* transforms classical sculpture through his signature "fictional archaeology" lens, presenting the figure as if excavated from a distant, imagined future. Cast in bronze and finished with a rich Tiffany Green patina, the work simulates the natural oxidation and erosion of time, blurring the boundaries between antiquity and contemporary art. The inclusion of the original wooden crate further enhances the piece's archaeological narrative, evoking the sensation of an artifact freshly unearthed and preserved for examination.
- Medium
- Cast bronze multiple with hand-finished Tiffany Green patina, contained in the original wooden crate.
- Dimensions
- Signed
- Yes
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Editions & Works on Paper
February 7, 2026
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000
Sold: $8,385
Lot 27
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