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Pair of Giacometti-Style Patinated Metal Nude Figures, Mid-20th Century
This striking pair of Giacometti-style patinated metal nude figures embodies the existential elegance and attenuated modernism associated with Alberto Giacometti’s sculptural language. Rendered with elongated proportions, slender limbs, and subtly textured surfaces, the male and female figures convey quiet tension and presence through minimalist form.
The dark, richly aged patina enhances the sculptural depth, emphasizing verticality and shadow, while the figures’ stance and scale allow them to function equally as fine art sculptures or architectural decorative objects. The bases are integral and show age-appropriate wear consistent with estate-held examples.
Apparently unsigned, these figures were acquired from an Upper West Side estate at the historic Ansonia, lending notable provenance and contextual authenticity. While not attributed to Giacometti himself, the quality and execution place them firmly within the tradition of mid-century modernist sculptural interpretations inspired by his work.
Dimensions (each):
18.5" H × 4" W × 3" D
Condition:
Good vintage condition with natural surface wear and patina consistent with age.
Provenance:
From an Upper West Side estate, Ansonia Building, New York.
Why Collect This Piece
Giacometti-style sculptures remain enduringly collectible for their intellectual weight and sculptural purity. Well-executed pairs, particularly male and female figures, are increasingly sought after by collectors, designers, and modernist interiors specialists. Their versatility across contemporary, minimalist, and curated eclectic spaces makes them both a strong aesthetic and long-term decorative investment.
This striking pair of Giacometti-style patinated metal nude figures embodies the existential elegance and attenuated modernism associated with Alberto Giacometti’s sculptural language. Rendered with elongated proportions, slender limbs, and subtly textured surfaces, the male and female figures convey quiet tension and presence through minimalist form.
The dark, richly aged patina enhances the sculptural depth, emphasizing verticality and shadow, while the figures’ stance and scale allow them to function equally as fine art sculptures or architectural decorative objects. The bases are integral and show age-appropriate wear consistent with estate-held examples.
Apparently unsigned, these figures were acquired from an Upper West Side estate at the historic Ansonia, lending notable provenance and contextual authenticity. While not attributed to Giacometti himself, the quality and execution place them firmly within the tradition of mid-century modernist sculptural interpretations inspired by his work.
Dimensions (each):
18.5" H × 4" W × 3" D
Condition:
Good vintage condition with natural surface wear and patina consistent with age.
Provenance:
From an Upper West Side estate, Ansonia Building, New York.
Why Collect This Piece
Giacometti-style sculptures remain enduringly collectible for their intellectual weight and sculptural purity. Well-executed pairs, particularly male and female figures, are increasingly sought after by collectors, designers, and modernist interiors specialists. Their versatility across contemporary, minimalist, and curated eclectic spaces makes them both a strong aesthetic and long-term decorative investment.