Chair - Teak - large chair/hand tek

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Fiammetta Fulchiati
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Splendid and large sculpture/seat in teak wood from the 20th century, shaped like a hand, inspired by the work of "Pedro Friedeberg", the Mexican artist and designer (born in Florence in 1936), known for his works that combined elements of surrealism and functionality. The sculpture/seat is obtained by assembling two blocks of solid teak wood, very hard and heavy: the first piece constitutes the base and is carved from a trunk of wood in the shape of a squared cylinder, while the other piece—the hand itself—is manually carved, highlighting the folds and claws inscribed in a very realistic way, so much so that the seat actually looks like the palm of a real hand. The two pieces are interlocked and fixed by four wooden pins, which render the structure particularly solid and stable. The sculpture was created between the 1960s and 1970s and is larger and heavier than those seen on the market; it is in excellent condition, with slight signs of wear compatible with age and use. For its beauty and composition it can be considered a true work of art; there are also beautiful grains and shades of teak wood in different colors, lighter and darker, which make this object very special, surely appreciated and sought after by every art and design lover.

Splendid and large sculpture/seat in teak wood from the 20th century, shaped like a hand, inspired by the work of "Pedro Friedeberg", the Mexican artist and designer (born in Florence in 1936), known for his works that combined elements of surrealism and functionality. The sculpture/seat is obtained by assembling two blocks of solid teak wood, very hard and heavy: the first piece constitutes the base and is carved from a trunk of wood in the shape of a squared cylinder, while the other piece—the hand itself—is manually carved, highlighting the folds and claws inscribed in a very realistic way, so much so that the seat actually looks like the palm of a real hand. The two pieces are interlocked and fixed by four wooden pins, which render the structure particularly solid and stable. The sculpture was created between the 1960s and 1970s and is larger and heavier than those seen on the market; it is in excellent condition, with slight signs of wear compatible with age and use. For its beauty and composition it can be considered a true work of art; there are also beautiful grains and shades of teak wood in different colors, lighter and darker, which make this object very special, surely appreciated and sought after by every art and design lover.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
20 kg
Style subtype
Boho
Title additional information
large chair/hand tek
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Teak
Style
Contemporary
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
74 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
46 cm
Estimated Period
1960-1970
Seating Height
52 cm
Sold by
ItalyVerified
250
Objects sold
100%
Private

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