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John Chamberlain — Bordertown 81 Opus 76
John Chamberlain

Bordertown 81 Opus 76

Bordertown 81 Opus 76 exemplifies John Chamberlain's signature approach of transforming crushed and welded automobile parts into dynamic sculptural compositions. The interplay of painted, chromium-plated, and stainless steel elements creates a rich visual tension between color, reflection, and form. The work captures Chamberlain's ability to find expressive energy and elegance within industrial materials, bridging the worlds of Abstract Expressionism and sculpture.

Medium
painted, chromium-plated and stainless steel

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

May 10, 2016

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John Chamberlain, Bordertown 81 Opus 76

Bordertown 81 Opus 76 exemplifies John Chamberlain's signature approach of transforming crushed and welded automobile parts into dynamic sculptural compositions. The interplay of painted, chromium-plated, and stainless steel elements creates a rich visual tension between color, reflection, and form. The work captures Chamberlain's ability to find expressive energy and elegance within industrial materials, bridging the worlds of Abstract Expressionism and sculpture.

Medium
painted, chromium-plated and stainless steel
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Dynamic Composition, Assemblage, 20th Century, Industrial Art, Male Artist, Metal Medium, Cool Tones, Sculpture, American Artist, Abstract Expressionism, Assemblage Art, Chromatic Abstraction, Industrial Aesthetic, Metal Art, Three-Dimensional, Abstract, Metal Work, Found Materials

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