Life-Size George Segal Figural Sculpture
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: George Segal (1924-2000)
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent
Country of origin; materials: American; plaster over armature, wood
Description: "Designed to treat broken bones, the bandage is not just a medium but a metaphor. Segal's plaster cast sculptures are literally shells of people...the strength of his work lies in the universal significance of human gesture and expression." {via theartstory.org}
Provenance: Artist | Green Gallery, New York, New York | Private Collection, Palm Beach, Florida. The consignor recalls purchasing the work from the artist's first show at Green Gallery, and it has remained in her collection since.
Dimensions (H, W, D): 53"h, 34"w, 18"d
Condition Report: very good, some chipping at contact points with chair and floor, small abrasions to elbow
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Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: George Segal (1924-2000)
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent
Country of origin; materials: American; plaster over armature, wood
Description: "Designed to treat broken bones, the bandage is not just a medium but a metaphor. Segal's plaster cast sculptures are literally shells of people...the strength of his work lies in the universal significance of human gesture and expression." {via theartstory.org}
Provenance: Artist | Green Gallery, New York, New York | Private Collection, Palm Beach, Florida. The consignor recalls purchasing the work from the artist's first show at Green Gallery, and it has remained in her collection since.
Dimensions (H, W, D): 53"h, 34"w, 18"d
Condition Report: very good, some chipping at contact points with chair and floor, small abrasions to elbow