Lot 163
David Regier (American, XX-XX1st century). "Equilibrium" stainless steel, 1997. Signed and dated on one side of I beam. A captivating abstract sculpture from David Regier's "Equilibrium" series comprised of countless stainless steel pieces that manifest in a myriad of shapes and forms but come together in a seamless manner. Regier carefully selects, stacks and arranges, cuts, and welds together these disparate pieces in an ingenious way to achieve a balanced composition. Equilibrium is defined by Oxford Languages as "a state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced" and this piece certainly lives up to this definition. An outstanding example of David Regier's genius and artistry. Size: 3.875" L x 4" W x 14.75" H (9.8 cm x 10.2 cm x 37.5 cm)
Artist Statement: "It's almost a computer effect that I have in my head. I have a catalog in my head of the shapes I have in the studio, and I'll wake up in the middle of the night and realize that I have a connection between this shape, and I can make it work
It's a physical manipulation; a physical, tactile exploration where those pieces will nest together well, or they won't. I'll turn them around, upside down, or backwards to see what works, and all of a sudden it just starts to flow and off I go." (source: Amanda Carlson, "The Real Deal in Stainless Steel" The Fabricator January 7, 2013)
About the Artist: "Dave Regier has been sculpting in stainless steel for over 22 years. He started in his Corpus Christi, Texas garage in 1996. Success led to a true studio space, which was again upgraded to a larger space in 2007. In 2014 Dave and his wife Verna moved to Kansas City to be near their family. Dave was raised in Overland Park, Kansas, by an industrial arts teacher and an elementary school teacher. His childhood involved a strong sense of family and faith, as well as violin lessons and photography classes. His father taught design, welding, car restoration and contemporary art. That process involved many elements, including a gleeful wonder at how complicated mechanical things work. Dave's father, Arlie, studied under Richard Stankiewicz, who was a noted assemblage artist. After completing a photojournalism degree at the University of Kansas, Dave worked for the 'St. Louis Post Dispatch', Sherwin Williams, Southwest Airlines and Commercial Coach works. During this time Dave continued with his photography, classical violin and his love of flight.
In 1996 Arlie Regier invited Dave to apprentice with him and thus began he next generation of Regier art. Dave has had the opportunity to place many contemporary pieces in galleries, as well as various public and private collections. These pieces have ranged in size from 6 inches to 15 feet. Each reflected his love of polished stainless steel and his ability to curve and wind the steel in such a way that it reflects upon itself. Central to his design themes are areas of intricate pieces that become a solid surface and entice the mind to see shape in a unique way. In 1999 Dave first translated his love of the violin into polished steel. From this piece he has continued to create others that have a recognizable shape with intricate abstract designs incorporated within the sculpture. These pieces reflect his continuing love of music, flight and mother nature." (source: Leopold Gallery & Art Consulting website)
Please Note: Two similar David Regier sculptures from his "Equilibrium" series are listed for $4200 and $3800 on the Leopold Gallery & Art Consulting website.
Provenance: private Livermore, Colorado, USA collection
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Condition:
- Signed and dated on one side of I beam. A few minor surface scuffs/abrasions. Felt on base to protect display surface.
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