Maquette for "Deux Discs I"

c. 1965

Alexander Calder

Associated Names
Alexander Calder

Artist, American, 1898 - 1976

The sculpture features abstract forms combining circular and triangular shapes in a dynamic arrangement. It is made from black metal, giving it a sleek appearance. The sculpture consists of sharp angles and pointed edges, standing on three legs, with two circular elements protruding from one side. It has an asymmetrical form and appears to balance delicately despite its seemingly unstable shape, creating an engaging and visually interesting piece against a white background.
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On View

East Building Tower Level, Gallery E606

Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Olga Hirshhorn [1920-2015], Washington, D.C.; gift 2004 to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington; acquired 2016 by the National Gallery of Art.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2007

  • Olga Hirshhorn Collects: Selections from the Permanent Collection, Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, 10 February-8 July 2007.

2008

  • Sculpture from the Mouse House: The Olga Hirshhorn Collection at the Corcoran, Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, 1 October 2008 - 30 March 2009.

Wikidata ID

Q63863397

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