
Niki de Saint Phalle
Éléphant et Nana (from La Ménagerie Series)
1979
Niki de Saint Phalle's "Éléphant et Nana" from her La Ménagerie series exemplifies her characteristic blend of playful figuration and vibrant color through the combined media of acrylic, crayon, and polyester resin. The work features one of her iconic Nana figures, monumental female forms with exaggerated curves, interacting with an elephant rendered in Saint Phalle's bold, expressionistic style. Created during the 1960s, this piece reflects Saint Phalle's commitment to celebrating feminine power and joy through sculptural and painted forms that defy conventional beauty standards.
- Medium
- acrylic and crayon on polyester resin
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Contemporary Discoveries
February 18, 2025
Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000
Lot 404
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