Brutalist Catchall by David Marshall, 1980s

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A cast metal empty-pocket by David Marshall, defined by a low, sculptural form and a clear horizontal division in material. … Read more A cast metal empty-pocket by David Marshall, defined by a low, sculptural form and a clear horizontal division in material. The lower body is left in raw aluminium, while the upper section transitions into warm brass, creating a distinct shift in tone and weight across the object.

The form is built from softly rounded volumes, almost segmented at the base, with an irregular, hand-finished edge that breaks the symmetry. Typical of Marshall’s work, the piece sits between functional object and small-scale sculpture, with the casting process left visible rather than refined away. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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