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Hand-signed by artist, Inscribed and dated 'Asawa 1979' - Numbered; stamped - Cast by Berkeley Art Foundry

Bronze Flower, created by Ruth Asawa in 1979, is a small yet intricate bronze sculpture measuring 13.3 x 16.5 cm. This piece, cast by the Berkeley Art Foundry, reflects Asawa's distinctive approach to form and nature. The sculpture features a delicate, branching floral pattern, capturing the organic and rhythmic shapes that are characteristic of Asawa’s work. The detailed textures and interwoven lines evoke the resilience and beauty of natural growth, inviting viewers to explore its complex, meditative design. Signed, inscribed, and dated by the artist, this work showcases her expertise in transforming simple materials into evocative art.

Ruth Asawa (USA, 1926–2013) was a pioneering artist celebrated for her intricate wire sculptures, which blend organic forms with geometric precision. Drawing inspiration from nature and craft traditions, Asawa transformed everyday materials into ethereal, hanging artworks. A champion of arts education, her legacy includes both her innovative sculptures and her advocacy for community-based art programs.

Ruth Asawa

Bronze Flower, 1979

Name: Bronze Flower, 1979
SKU: 11722
Price: 3750.00 USD
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Sculpture / Object

Sculpture / ObjectA sculpture is a three-dimension object made using any one of the basic sculpting processes. These include carving, casting, constructing or modeling. Carving materials may be bone, ivory, stone or wood. Modeling and casting use clay or wax, while constructions glue materials together.

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Bronze

BronzeBronze is a metal alloy made primarily of copper and tin, with a typical modern composition of 88% copper and 12% tin. Over time, bronze develops a patina, a surface color that often turns deep green due to oxidation. Large bronze objects, such as sculptures, are typically made in foundries. Bronze is valued for its durability and has been widely used throughout history for art, tools, and weapons.

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Hand-signed by artist, Inscribed and dated 'Asawa 1979' - Numbered; stamped - Cast by Berkeley Art Foundry

Ruth Asawa

Bronze Flower, 1979

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Bronze

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I no longer identify myself as Japanese or American but a 'citizen of the universe.’
- Ruth Asawa

Renowned for her public commissions and intricate wire sculptures, Ruth Asawa was an activist and sculptor, often drawing on nature and geometry as the inspirations for her work. Asawa’s earliest wire sculptures featured an initial stem of 200-1000 wires that would all branch off into various geometrical patterns; she then began to explore different ways to preserve her sculptures and would stand them in chemical tanks for months at a time until they began to develop a rough, green texture that resembled coral or tree-bark – perfectly exemplifying her nature-centric style. Asides from her work with wire, Asawa created a number of fountains for the city of San Francisco; one of her most renowned fountains is situated near Union Square – for this piece, she had 200 school-children use dough to create hundreds of images of the city, the dough was then cast in iron as a solid creation. (Artist website)

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Late Modernism refers to the continuation and evolution of Modernist principles in art, architecture, and literature from the mid-20th century into the late 20th century. This movement maintains a focus on form, abstraction, and the rejection of traditional styles, but it often incorporates more complexity and ambiguity compared to early Modernism. Late Modernism explores themes such as alienation, identity, and the fragmentation of reality, reflecting the social and cultural shifts of the post-war period. It is seen in the works of architects like Louis Kahn and artists like Francis Bacon, who pushed the boundaries of Modernism while responding to the changing world around them.

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Ruth Asawa

Bronze Flower, 1979

13.3 x 16.5 cm

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