Decorative ornament - Unknown

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Ger van Oers
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Selected by Ger van Oers

Owned an antiques and curio shop with a large international network.

Estimate  € 120 - € 170
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Modern sculpture, estimated period 2020+, made of metal, resin, wood and bronze, dimensions 30 cm in length, 21 cm in height and 10 cm in depth, one piece, in like-new condition.

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reimagined as a “whale battleship” with a strong emphasis on biomechanical and industrial aesthetics. The piece presents a futuristic interpretation of a marine organism transformed into a complex mechanical lifeform.

The sculpture measures approximately 30 cm in length and 21 cm in height, with a solid and weighty presence. The body is constructed from a high-density PVC-based model, finished with layered hand painting and weathered surface treatment, creating a deep oceanic blue-grey tone with speckled, star-like textures.

Multiple metal-like mechanical components are integrated across the body, including gear assemblies, rotary elements, and structural fittings. These additions form an intricate visual system suggesting internal motion and mechanical vitality.

The base has been upgraded to a solid hardwood structure, providing stability and a refined contrast in material and tone. The overall composition is designed as a standalone collectible display sculpture.

The work draws inspiration from steampunk aesthetics and mechanical-biological art language, emphasizing decorative value and collectible presentation quality.

reimagined as a “whale battleship” with a strong emphasis on biomechanical and industrial aesthetics. The piece presents a futuristic interpretation of a marine organism transformed into a complex mechanical lifeform.

The sculpture measures approximately 30 cm in length and 21 cm in height, with a solid and weighty presence. The body is constructed from a high-density PVC-based model, finished with layered hand painting and weathered surface treatment, creating a deep oceanic blue-grey tone with speckled, star-like textures.

Multiple metal-like mechanical components are integrated across the body, including gear assemblies, rotary elements, and structural fittings. These additions form an intricate visual system suggesting internal motion and mechanical vitality.

The base has been upgraded to a solid hardwood structure, providing stability and a refined contrast in material and tone. The overall composition is designed as a standalone collectible display sculpture.

The work draws inspiration from steampunk aesthetics and mechanical-biological art language, emphasizing decorative value and collectible presentation quality.

Details

Era
After 2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Bronze, Metal, Resin, Wood
Country of origin
Unknown
Style
Contemporary
Condition
As new - unused
Height
30 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
21 cm
Estimated period
2020+
The NetherlandsVerified
41
Objects sold
100%
Private

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