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John Chamberlain — Butternut
John Chamberlain

Butternut

1963

An early example from 1963 of Chamberlain's innovative approach, rendered in painted and chromium-plated steel with organic, twisted forms. This work from his foundational period demonstrates the artistic vision that would define his career.

Medium
painted and chromium-plated steel

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The Now and Contemporary Evening Auction

May 15, 2025

Estimate: $1,800,000$2,500,000

Lot 125

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John Chamberlain, Butternut, 1963

An early example from 1963 of Chamberlain's innovative approach, rendered in painted and chromium-plated steel with organic, twisted forms. This work from his foundational period demonstrates the artistic vision that would define his career.

Medium
painted and chromium-plated steel
Year
1963
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Steel Sculpture, Non-Representational, American, Chromium-Plated Steel, Industrial Materials, Modern Art, 1960s

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Carolyn Lynx