
Harlequin with Accordion
1926
A dynamic bronze sculpture by Jacques Lipchitz, *Harlequin with Accordion* (1926) exemplifies the artist's mastery of Cubist form, fragmenting the figure of the classic commedia dell'arte character into a series of interlocking geometric planes and angles. The work captures the essence of musical movement and theatrical playfulness through its bold, abstracted composition, balancing solid mass with open space. Lipchitz transforms the traditional harlequin subject into a powerful exploration of rhythm and structure, reflecting the vibrant artistic energy of 1920s Paris.
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
Notes
Execution: Executed in 1926, this work is unique. Literature: Alan G. Wilkinson, Exhibition History: New York, Marlborough Gallery,
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art
February 28, 2026
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Sold: $54,180
Lot 44
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