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Mid-Century Fiberglass Sculpture with Wooden Base
Unknown Artist, c. 1950s–1960s
This enigmatic mid-century fiberglass sculpture presents a striking profile form …
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Mid-Century Fiberglass Sculpture with Wooden Base
Unknown Artist, c. 1950s–1960s
This enigmatic mid-century fiberglass sculpture presents a striking profile form mounted on its original wooden base, blending modern materials with an unmistakably folk-art sensibility. Rendered in pale, stone-like fiberglass, the work suggests a human visage emerging from motion. Its rear surface is carved into rhythmic, wind-swept ridges that evoke movement rather than anatomy.
The most compelling aspect of this piece is its intended use as a wall sculpture. The sculpture is deliberately bisected along its vertical axis, revealing a hollowed rear plane fitted with an integrated hanging wire. This structural decision makes clear the artist’s intention for the work to function as a wall-mounted relief rather than a freestanding object, reinforcing its dialogue between sculpture and architectural ornament.
There is also a quiet nod to René Lalique’s iconic Victoire (Victory) hood ornament (c. 1928). Here, an unknown maker working far outside Lalique’s Art Deco luxury context—appears to reinterpret the famed wind-blown hair motif through a more naïve, tactile lens. Instead of polished glass and aerodynamic refinement, the artist opts for hand-worked texture and mass, translating speed and air into layered striations and softened geometry.
The result is both homage and departure: a folk-modern meditation on motion, identity, and aspiration. The anonymity of the artist only deepens the sculpture’s appeal, positioning it as a found object of mid-century experimentation where industrial materials met personal vision, and high design filtered into vernacular hands.
A compelling statement piece for collectors drawn to outsider modernism, mid-century design, and works that live in the space between fine art and artifact.
-Jonathan Flike
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- Dimensions
- 18.5ʺW × 4ʺD × 12.5ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Fiberglass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
- Condition Notes
- Please note that this item is vintage and shows wear consistent with age, use, and history. Signs of wear may … morePlease note that this item is vintage and shows wear consistent with age, use, and history. Signs of wear may include, but are not limited to, minor surface marks, patina, fading, or imperfections typical of older items. All items are sold as-is, which is standard with vintage and pre-owned goods and cannot be returned on the basis of condition. Measurements are approximate. We do our best to describe items accurately; however, condition assessments are subjective. If you would like additional details, images, or clarification before purchasing, please contact us. less
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