Brass Penguin Sculptures, 1970s, Set of 3

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A charming trio of brass penguins, dating from the 1960s–1970s, composed of three silhouettes of varying sizes.

with their deliberately … Read more A charming trio of brass penguins, dating from the 1960s–1970s, composed of three silhouettes of varying sizes.

with their deliberately minimalist forms and delicately stylized proportions, these three figures possess a strikingly strong sculptural presence. Their instantly recognizable silhouettes are reduced to their essence, giving the whole a graphic, elegant, and witty expression.

The brass lends a particular warmth to the pieces. Its subtly nuanced vintage patina reveals the contours of the silhouettes and enhances their sculptural character. Together, the three penguins create a particularly harmonious, almost narrative composition, while maintaining the understated elegance characteristic of decorative objects from this period.

A particularly appealing set for lovers of vintage design, small sculptural objects, and brass pieces, which will find its place naturally on a bookshelf, console table, or within a collection of decorative objects.

Excellent vintage condition, with a beautiful brass patina and slight signs of age and use consistent with the period.

A particularly charming little set, where the elegance of brass meets the understated humor of 1960s–1970s animal print design. See less