1985 Signed Wehrstedt Rotating Lucite Optical Sculpture on Acrylic Base

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A captivating example of 1980s sculptural design, this signed and dated Lucite sculpture explores the relationship between light, movement, and … Read more A captivating example of 1980s sculptural design, this signed and dated Lucite sculpture explores the relationship between light, movement, and form.

Created in 1985 and signed “wehrstedt ’85” on the underside of its base, the piece features a substantial, crystal-clear acrylic form with beautifully sculpted contours, sweeping curves, and sharply defined geometric planes.

What makes this sculpture particularly compelling is its 360-degree rotating design. The sculptural element turns freely on its original rectangular acrylic base, allowing the composition to be experienced from every angle. As it rotates, light passes through the transparent material, producing shifting reflections, prismatic highlights, and striking optical distortions. Its appearance changes with the surrounding light, giving the sculpture an almost kinetic quality.

The contrast between the fluid, organic contours and the precise architectural geometry creates a sophisticated visual tension characteristic of late-20th-century modernist design.

Equally compelling as a standalone artwork or incorporated into a thoughtfully curated interior, this piece would make a beautiful statement on a console, credenza, pedestal, or collector’s bookshelf.

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• Artist signature: “wehrstedt ‘85” (artist’s full identity unverified)
• Date: 1985
• Material: Clear Lucite/acrylic
• Design: Abstract optical sculpture with 360-degree manual rotation
• Base: Original rectangular translucent acrylic base
• Dimensions: 9.5” H × 9” W × 5” D, including base
• Condition: Good vintage condition with minor surface scratches and age-appropriate wear, primarily on the base. See photographs.

A distinctive signed vintage sculpture that brings together transparency, movement, and architectural form. See less