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Alexander Ney
“Stylized Terracotta Head”

Circa 1980

$3,200
£2,440.74
€2,779.41
CA$4,496.98
A$4,904.58
CHF 2,598.12
MX$58,799
NOK 33,088.47
SEK 30,256.95
DKK 20,764.92

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 9 inches high by 8.5 inches wide by 11 inches. 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: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 8.4 in (21.34 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Southampton, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU14117343892

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