1960s Mid-Century Modern "Biosatellite" Abstract Enamel Shadowbox Panel by John F. Puskas

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A stunning, investment-grade mid-century modern abstract enamel-on-metal plaque titled "Biosatellite" by the noted Cleveland School artist John Ferenc Puskas (1917–2011). … Read more A stunning, investment-grade mid-century modern abstract enamel-on-metal plaque titled "Biosatellite" by the noted Cleveland School artist John Ferenc Puskas (1917–2011). Reflecting Puskas's celebrated mid-century fascination with the 1960s Space Race and NASA technology, this work features a highly stylized, geometric satellite capsule silhouette executed in deep, translucent jewel tones of turquoise, amber, and crimson. The background showcases a vibrant, highly reflective golden sunburst pattern achieved via masterfully executed sgraffito (scratching fine lines into the raw enamel to expose the underlying metal substrate before kiln firing).
The reverse retains its original handwritten gallery exhibition tag, explicitly identifying the artist, title, and historical exhibition inventory number (#14). The enamel panel is presented in its original exhibition format: floated within a sleek aluminum inner border inside a deep, dark cloth-lined wooden shadowbox frame. See less