Vintage MCM Brutalist Verdigris Bronze Sculpture Hooded Cloaked Figure Monk 9"

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This striking 9-inch sculpture embodies the minimalist spirit of the Mid-Century Modern era. The figure is cast in solid bronze … Read more This striking 9-inch sculpture embodies the minimalist spirit of the Mid-Century Modern era. The figure is cast in solid bronze and finished with a rich, textured verdigris patina that provides a vibrant contrast to the underlying dark metal. The design is abstract and faceless, focusing on the heavy, draped lines of the cloak or habit. Its tall, slender profile and weighted base make it a sophisticated accent piece for any Brutalist or Modernist interior.

**Note that the piece is top-heavy and does not stand well unsupported**

Material: Solid Bronze / Cast Metal

Finish: Verdigris (Green) Patina

Style: Modernist / Brutalist / Minimalist

Approximate Dimensions: 9" Tall x 2.25" Wide (Base)

Estimated Age: Circa 1960s–1970s

Origin & Age
Origin: Likely American or European (Italy and Scandinavia were prolific in this style).

Age: Vintage Mid-20th Century (c. 1970).

Reference
Book Title: Modernist Masterpieces: Mid-Century Collectibles and Sculpture > Author: Miller, Judith
Reference Note: This style of "patinated figural bronze" is emblematic of the mid-century transition from representational to abstract form, as discussed in sections regarding Brutalist Metalwork (pp. 142-145).

Item dimensions: 9.5" tall × 3.75" wide × 1.75" deep
Weight of item: 1 lb 9.4 oz See less