Davide Boriani (1967) - Superficie Magnetica 28cm - 1967
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Rare kinetic sculpture by Davide Boriani titled Superficie Magnetica 28cm - 1967; an aluminium work from Italy (1967) in Contemporary Retro style, measuring 30 cm wide, 32 cm high and 12 cm deep, weighing 1951 g, with a limited edition and signed on the plate.
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Rare kinetic sculpture "Superficie Magnetica" by Davide Boriani, created in 1967. Boriani, co-founder of the famous Gruppo T in Milan in 1959, was one of the leading figures of Op Art and Kinetic Art at an international level.
The work perfectly embodies the concept of "continuous variation": inside a circular aluminum structure, a small electric motor moves magnets that interact with iron filings, creating organic shapes that are unpredictable and in constant metamorphosis.
Technical Details and Condition
Materials: Aluminum, glass/Plexiglas, magnets, iron filings, electromechanical components.
Dimensions: Height 32 cm;
Disco diameter 28 cm;
Overall width 30 cm.
Year: 1967 (Milan).
Operation: The piece is fully functional. It connects to the normal electrical outlet via a plug. The movement of the magnets is fluid and the iron powder responds correctly to magnetic stimuli.
Aesthetic Condition: Good overall condition commensurate with age (1967). The aluminum frame preserves its original luster.
Authenticity: Signature and details of the work present on the back: "Superficie Magnetica di Davide Boriani, Milano 1967".
Serial Number: Present on the back (329...), partially faded but readable in the first three digits, confirming its belonging to a limited edition.
Rare kinetic sculpture "Superficie Magnetica" by Davide Boriani, created in 1967. Boriani, co-founder of the famous Gruppo T in Milan in 1959, was one of the leading figures of Op Art and Kinetic Art at an international level.
The work perfectly embodies the concept of "continuous variation": inside a circular aluminum structure, a small electric motor moves magnets that interact with iron filings, creating organic shapes that are unpredictable and in constant metamorphosis.
Technical Details and Condition
Materials: Aluminum, glass/Plexiglas, magnets, iron filings, electromechanical components.
Dimensions: Height 32 cm;
Disco diameter 28 cm;
Overall width 30 cm.
Year: 1967 (Milan).
Operation: The piece is fully functional. It connects to the normal electrical outlet via a plug. The movement of the magnets is fluid and the iron powder responds correctly to magnetic stimuli.
Aesthetic Condition: Good overall condition commensurate with age (1967). The aluminum frame preserves its original luster.
Authenticity: Signature and details of the work present on the back: "Superficie Magnetica di Davide Boriani, Milano 1967".
Serial Number: Present on the back (329...), partially faded but readable in the first three digits, confirming its belonging to a limited edition.
Details
Metal type
Aluminium
Style subtype
Retro
Manufacturer/brand
Gruppo T
Era
1900-2000
Style
Contemporary
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Aluminium, Metal
Artist
Davide Boriani (1967)
Title of artwork
Superficie Magnetica 28cm - 1967
Signature
Plate signed
Edition
Limited
Year
1967
Colour
Black, Silver
Condition
Fair condition
Height
32 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
1951 g
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