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Large Brutalist Metal Work Figure of an Owl, Attributed Sergio Bustamante
$750
£571.66
€659.35
CA$1,065.22
A$1,144.70
CHF 614.20
MX$13,483.81
NOK 7,722.83
SEK 7,054.75
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Brutalist Metal Owl Sculpture, Attributed to Sergio Bustamante
Mexico, circa 1970s
This striking Brutalist metal owl sculpture, attributed to Sergio Bustamante, exemplifies the bold, tactile aesthetic that defined Mexican studio metalwork of the 1970s. Compact yet powerfully expressive, the owl is constructed from intricately cut and layered metal strips, woven and forged to create a dense, almost architectural surface that reads as both plumage and armor.
The form is deliberately spherical and frontal, emphasizing presence and symmetry rather than naturalistic proportion—an approach aligned with Brutalist design principles. Subtle gilt accents articulate the beak and eye surrounds, while dark, glossy eyes introduce a focal point of intensity and character. The contrast between silvery patinated metal and warm brass tones heightens the sculptural depth and gives the piece a jewel-like quality despite its industrial construction.
The feet and legs are rendered in twisted, forged metal, grounding the form and reinforcing the hand-wrought nature of the work. From every angle, the sculpture reveals a complex interplay of texture, shadow, and rhythm, reflecting Bustamante’s broader interest in animals as symbolic, almost mythic figures rather than literal representations.
Although unsigned, the sculpture’s material language, expressive abstraction, and refined craftsmanship strongly support its attribution to Sergio Bustamante, whose work from this period frequently explored owls and other animals through experimental metal techniques.
An exceptional decorative object that bridges Brutalist sculpture, Mexican modernism, and collectible studio craft, ideal for display on a desk, shelf, or pedestal.
Measurements:
Overall: 6" H x 5.5" W x 5" D
Footprint: 5" W x 4" D
- Attributed to:Sergio Bustamante (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Style:Brutalist (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1970s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: T36921stDibs: LU2592348369952
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