Vintage Brutalist Stone & Iron Sculpture – Abstract Figure Walking Cat

A distinctive mid-century Brutalist sculpture depicting a tall, abstract humanoid figure walking a cat on a brass bead leash. The figure features a stylized head and torso formed from striated natural stone, set against forged and welded iron or steel limbs, giving the piece an expressive, totemic silhouette. The cat, equally stylized, is rendered in mixed metal with simplified facial features and cylindrical legs, exuding quirky charm and artistic balance.

This unsigned work echoes the Brutalist movement’s embrace of raw materials, asymmetry, and hand-wrought texture. Comparable in style to artists such as Michel Guino and select Mexican Brutalist sculptors, it likely dates to the 1960s–70s. The composition is mounted on a thick iron base with a strong sense of gesture and narrative—capturing a surreal yet relatable moment in time.

An imaginative and conversation-starting piece ideal for collectors of mid-century modern or outsider art.

Condition:
In good condition overall with surface wear consistent with age. The figure’s left arm shows a visible crack, and there are minor abrasions and oxidation present, particularly along the base and extremities. Structurally stable and visually impactful.

Dimensions:
14.25 x 11.5 x 5.5 inches (Height x Width x Depth)
Please Note: Soup Can Included in Photo for Scale