Eli Ilan (Israeli, 1928-1982) "Confrontation I" Bronze Maquette Sculpture

Eli Ilan (Israeli, 1928-1982) "Confrontation I" Bronze Maquette Sculpture
Late 20th century,
A bronze maquette sculpture titled "Confrontation I" by Canadian-Israeli sculptor Eli Ilan (b. 1928 d. 1982). Signed on one leg. Black marble base.
The Confrontation series by Canadian-Israeli sculptor Eli Ilan features abstract bronze sculptures. They represent opposing forces meeting. They symbolize the inner struggles, dualities, and conflicts within human existence. The sculptures use contrasting textures and shapes to show this conflict visually. Comes with booklet.

Provenance:
Includes one artist's exhibition booklet "Recent Sculptures by Eli Ilan" by the O'Hana Gallery (London), dated May 8-May 25, 1974. Page 5 features a black and white photo at bottom right of "Confrontation I" dated 1973.
Includes one hardcover artist's retrospective book "Eli Ilan 1928-1982 Retrospective" dated May - July 1992. Copyrighted by the Herzliya Museum of Art. Page 40 features a color photo of "Confrontation I, 1980 bronze casting".

Artist's Bio:
Eli Ilan (1928–1982) was a prominent Canadian-born Israeli sculptor known for his abstract, organic, and biomorphic forms. His artworks heavily reflected his academic background in human anatomy, archaeology, and anthropology.
Overall H 12" x Sculpture H 11" x L 7" x W 5" x Base L 8.5" x Base W 7"
Condition
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