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Alexander Ney
Large Teracotta Head”

Circa 1980

$3,600
£2,735.38
€3,156.11
CA$5,104.91
A$5,501.81
CHF 2,941.66
MX$65,409.43
NOK 36,984.73
SEK 33,801.90
DKK 23,582.92

About the Item

Original signed terracotta sculpture by Alexander Ney (Russian-American, 1939-2023) featuring his signature perforated surface texture and abstract stylized head form. The piece showcases Ney's characteristic biomorphic design, with rhythmic circular and square perforations that create a sense of movement and depth. Signed on the underside. Approximately 12 inches high by 13 inches wide. Condition is very good. No noticeable chips, cracks, or repairs; light surface wear consistent with age. Provenance: A Long Island, New York collector. About the Artist: Alexander Ney (1939-2023) was a Russian-born American sculptor known for his distinctive perforated terracotta works that blend modern abstraction with ancient influences. Educated in Leningrad and Moscow, he emigrated to New York in the 1970s, where his biomorphic forms gained international recognition. His work is recognized for blending elements of modernism, surrealism, and ancient art, creating pieces that appear both contemporary and timeless.
  • Creator:
    Alexander Ney (1939, American)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1980
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Some internal cracks are visible when viewed from the underside. Otherwise presents well with mild surface wear consistent with age.
  • Gallery Location:
    Southampton, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU14117440312

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