Maquette for "Sailing"

1976

Seymour Lipton

Associated Names
Seymour Lipton

Artist, American, 1903 - 1986

The sculpture is an abstract, geometric metal form with sharp angles, riveted connections, and visible seams. The metal is silver with patches of discoloration, potentially from welding, and some tarnishing for texture. It stands on a white marbled base. The sculpture extends into space with angular and curved projections, casting a shadow.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    welded Monel

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Seymour Lipton

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.6 x 25.4 x 12.7 cm (11 1/4 x 10 x 5 in.)
    accessory size: 3.8 x 17.7 x 17.7 cm (1 1/2 x 6 15/16 x 6 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.75.3

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: 136, repro.

Wikidata ID

Q63861103

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