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Holiday Modernism

Sat, Dec 20, 2025 12:00PM EST
Lot 31

Philippe Makhloof, Black Contemporary Metal Sculpture, 1980s

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
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Executed in-shaped and cut steel, this sculptural work reveals an interplay of curves and voids that define Makhloufs distinctive contemporary language. The matte black surface enhances the architectural presence of the piece, offering a striking study in balance and negative space. A rare example of the artists mastery of geometric abstraction. Height: 60.5 in. Width: 28 in. Depth: 23 in.

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