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1985

Melvin Edwards

Associated Names

Melvin Edwards

Artist, American, 1937 - 2026

The sculpture is made of a combination of twisted and curved metal elements. It has a rusty brown color and appears to have a central thick, rectangular block with a twisted iron rod protruding from it, forming intricate loops and shapes. The material has a rough texture due to oxidation, and it is mounted against a plain, light-colored wall. The piece projects outward, offering a three-dimensional aspect with intricate and rugged shapes and contours.

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Artwork overview

Medium

welded steel
Credit Line

Patrons' Permanent Fund
Dimensions

overall: 26.99 × 18.1 × 24.77 cm (10 5/8 × 7 1/8 × 9 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

2022.3.2

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist’s studio, New York; purchased 24 February 2022 through (Alexander Gray Associates, New York) by NGA.

Associated Names

Alexander Gray Associates

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