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Esculpture Mechanical Dance No reserve, an abstract iron sculpture by D.B for Wallavibe, Spain, 43 × 34 × 37 cm, matte black finish, signed by the artist, in excellent condition, with certificate of authenticity.
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Mechanical Dance is a contemporary sculpture that explores movement, balance, and the fragmentation of the body through rigid geometric forms. The work is constructed from interconnected rectangular modules that evoke human figures suspended in a choreographic gesture, caught between stability and collapse.
Despite its industrial and mechanical appearance, the sculpture conveys dynamism and inner tension, as if the forms were trapped in a silent dance. The repetition of elements and the articulated structure create a dialogue between control and freedom, order and chaos.
The work invites the viewer to reflect on the relationship between the human being and mechanization, as well as on the ability to express emotion and movement through structures that appear cold and rational.
This unique piece is part of an evolving sculptural series. Although connected to previous works, it introduces a new structural composition and variations in the arrangement of its elements, generating a different perception of balance, rhythm, and visual presence. Each work is unique and represents an evolution within the same artistic language.
Dimensions: 43 × 34 × 37 cm
Material: Iron
Finish: Matte black
Information about the artist
Education: Self-taught artist.
Exhibitions: I develop my artistic practice independently.
Awards: I have not received official awards.
Residencies: I have not participated in artistic residencies.
My work focuses on the creation of unique pieces situated between sculpture and functional object, exploring materiality, structure, and durability. I create sculptural furniture and sculptures in iron and concrete, combining function and sculptural presence with a strong Brutalist influence.
Packaging and shipping
The artwork will be carefully packaged using appropriate protective materials to ensure maximum safety during transport.
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Certificate of authenticity
The sculpture will be shipped together with its corresponding certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.
Seller's Story
Wallavibe – D.B is an independent sculptural workshop where brutalism, geometry, and industrial memory are transformed into contemporary functional art.
I grew up in an environment where concrete walls were thicker than words, and objects were created not for beauty, but for durability. The images of my childhood — grey housing blocks, massive furniture, rough surfaces, iron, wood, and concrete — left a deep mark on the way I think and create. It was a world where form always followed function, and aesthetics emerged from necessity rather than excess.
These memories and experiences became the foundation of my work. The brutalist tables and sculptures I create today are both a direct response to that past and a dialogue with the present. I am inspired by monumentality, weight, exposed structure, and honest materials. I do not try to hide or soften them; instead, I allow them to speak for themselves.
My works are an act of resistance against fast consumption. They are not created for temporary trends or seasonal tastes, but for permanence. These are objects that demand presence, time, and a relationship with the person who lives with them. They are made not to be replaced, but to remain — to age together with the space and the individual.
Each piece exists at the boundary between furniture and sculpture, between function and silence. They are solid objects — sometimes uncomfortable, sometimes provocative — inviting the viewer to pause and feel the weight, texture, and history of the material.
My work explores the relationship between memory, matter, and permanence in an increasingly accelerated world.
Translated by Google TranslateMechanical Dance is a contemporary sculpture that explores movement, balance, and the fragmentation of the body through rigid geometric forms. The work is constructed from interconnected rectangular modules that evoke human figures suspended in a choreographic gesture, caught between stability and collapse.
Despite its industrial and mechanical appearance, the sculpture conveys dynamism and inner tension, as if the forms were trapped in a silent dance. The repetition of elements and the articulated structure create a dialogue between control and freedom, order and chaos.
The work invites the viewer to reflect on the relationship between the human being and mechanization, as well as on the ability to express emotion and movement through structures that appear cold and rational.
This unique piece is part of an evolving sculptural series. Although connected to previous works, it introduces a new structural composition and variations in the arrangement of its elements, generating a different perception of balance, rhythm, and visual presence. Each work is unique and represents an evolution within the same artistic language.
Dimensions: 43 × 34 × 37 cm
Material: Iron
Finish: Matte black
Information about the artist
Education: Self-taught artist.
Exhibitions: I develop my artistic practice independently.
Awards: I have not received official awards.
Residencies: I have not participated in artistic residencies.
My work focuses on the creation of unique pieces situated between sculpture and functional object, exploring materiality, structure, and durability. I create sculptural furniture and sculptures in iron and concrete, combining function and sculptural presence with a strong Brutalist influence.
Packaging and shipping
The artwork will be carefully packaged using appropriate protective materials to ensure maximum safety during transport.
Respect for the artist’s work and for the platform helps maintain a fair and meaningful experience for both buyers and sellers.
Certificate of authenticity
The sculpture will be shipped together with its corresponding certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.
Seller's Story
Wallavibe – D.B is an independent sculptural workshop where brutalism, geometry, and industrial memory are transformed into contemporary functional art.
I grew up in an environment where concrete walls were thicker than words, and objects were created not for beauty, but for durability. The images of my childhood — grey housing blocks, massive furniture, rough surfaces, iron, wood, and concrete — left a deep mark on the way I think and create. It was a world where form always followed function, and aesthetics emerged from necessity rather than excess.
These memories and experiences became the foundation of my work. The brutalist tables and sculptures I create today are both a direct response to that past and a dialogue with the present. I am inspired by monumentality, weight, exposed structure, and honest materials. I do not try to hide or soften them; instead, I allow them to speak for themselves.
My works are an act of resistance against fast consumption. They are not created for temporary trends or seasonal tastes, but for permanence. These are objects that demand presence, time, and a relationship with the person who lives with them. They are made not to be replaced, but to remain — to age together with the space and the individual.
Each piece exists at the boundary between furniture and sculpture, between function and silence. They are solid objects — sometimes uncomfortable, sometimes provocative — inviting the viewer to pause and feel the weight, texture, and history of the material.
My work explores the relationship between memory, matter, and permanence in an increasingly accelerated world.
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Era
After 2000
Manufacturer/brand
Wallavibe
Country of origin
Spain
Style
Abstract
Material
Iron
Artist
D.B
Title of artwork
Esculpture Mechanical Dance No reserve
Signature
Hand signed
Colour
Black
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
43 cm
Width
37 cm
Depth
34 cm
Weight
2 g
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