Maquette for "Threshold"

1981

Seymour Lipton

Associated Names
Seymour Lipton

Artist, American, 1903 - 1986

The sculpture features an abstract form composed of several vertical metal elements shaped like pipes or columns. These elements are held together under a curved cap-like structure at the top. The metallic material exhibits a silver or grayish hue with visible welded joints. Various spots on the sculpture are tarnished or discolored. The sculpture stands upright, casting a shadow on the surface it rests upon. The setting against a neutral background allows the viewer to focus on the form and construction of the sculpture.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    welded Monel

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Seymour Lipton

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.4 x 13.4 x 13.2 cm (11 9/16 x 5 1/4 x 5 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.75.1


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist [1903-1986], New York; gift 1986 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1994

  • Sculpture: An Illustrated Catalogue. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1994: 137, repro.

Wikidata ID

Q63861101

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