Abraham Palatnik - Sculpture, "Day and Night" Lucide Owl from the Artemis Collection - 11 cm - Lucite / Acrylic - 1970

Vintage Abraham Palatnik Lucite Owl with Original Box – Op Art 1970s – 11 cm
Description:
For the serious collector: A truly pristine, mint-condition vintage owl sculpture designed by the legendary Brazilian artist [Abraham Palatnik] (1928–2020), a pioneer of kinetic and optical art (Op Art).
This iconic piece is part of his famous Artemis Collection from the 1970s and features the highly collectible "Day and Night" colorway: a vibrant teal/turquoise front combined with a deep dark blue back. The embedded geometric patterns create a mesmerizing optical illusion of depth and movement when caught by the light.
A Rare Find:
This owl has been looked after and has been kept in its original box. As a result, the acrylic glass shows no deep scratches or the usual dull spots.
Specifications:
• Designer: Abraham Palatnik (Brazil)
• Style: Op Art / Mid-Century Modern / Space Age
• Material: Lucite / Acrylic
• Height: 11 cm / 4.3 inches
• Period: 1970s
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition (near mint/flawless)