
Tragic Mask
1979
"Tragic Mask" by William Turnbull is a bronze sculpture that distills the classical theatrical tradition into an abstract, modernist form. The work exemplifies Turnbull's characteristic approach of combining geometric simplification with evocative subject matter, transforming the ancient symbol of dramatic tragedy into a contemporary sculptural statement. Mounted on a wooden base, the piece demonstrates the artist's interest in the relationship between material, form, and cultural meaning.
- Medium
- bronze, on wooden base
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art Day Sale
March 7, 2025
Lot 60
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