Lot 76
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Kristine E. Smock (American, b. 1950). Hand-cut and hand-painted metal sculpture of fun-loving animals at a tea party, n.d. Certain to bring a smile to anyone's face, a kinetic sculpture depicting a playful trio of animals enjoying a tea party by Kristine Smock. The piece is comprised of hand-painted and hand-cut metal sheet. A host bunny at the center serves tea and scrumptious layer cake to a pair of seated turtles - refined guests indeed! All three endearing animals sway to and fro thanks to the coiled metal springs they emerge from, and the entire sculpture is a delight of radiant color, amusing details, and fun movement that invites us into their world of make-believe. Size: 8.25" L x 23.5" W x 13.5" H (21 cm x 59.7 cm x 34.3 cm)
About the artist: "Kristine Smock is both a painter and sculptor, who has lived and worked in Colorado for over the past twenty years. She works in such mediums as clay, steel, bronze, concrete, and recycled mixed media materials. Many of her sculptures explore the notion of movement, and find new shape through the application of springs, hinges, spindles, and gears. Smock says, 'I am drawn to found objects. I like to use cast off items in my pieces to see if it is possible to transform them into something else. I enjoy recycling while I work and hope that the pieces are humorous and beautiful. I like to see what happens when I turn things upside down and shake things a bit. I am constantly tempted to try new ideas, mediums, and techniques. I've always wanted to make large concrete and mosaic forms, especially after numerous trips to Mexico, France, and Italy. My inspiration comes from spiritual art figures found in the churches, ancient architectural ruins, animals forms, human relations, and the natural world around me." (Museum of Outdoor Arts website)
Provenance: private Goldstein collection, Denver, Colorado, USA. The Goldstein's have amassed their collection over the past six decades.
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- Condition: Minor surface scuffs. Otherwise intact with strong design and vibrant colors. Animals move very nicely thanks to the coiled springs to which they are soldered.
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