Doug Cooper “Deer Dancer” Copper Wall Sculpture – Signed, Shadowbox Frame View Watchlist >
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Doug Cooper “Deer Dancer” Copper Wall Sculpture – Signed, Shadowbox Frame
Dynamic handcrafted wall sculpture by Doug Cooper, titled “Deer Dancer,” created for Copper Images of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico. The dimensional composition depicts a ceremonial dancer adorned with antlers, turquoise necklace, and beaded adornments, rendered in copper, turquoise, leather, glass beads, and straw. Each element is hand-shaped and flame-patinated to achieve rich tonal variation and lifelike form. Signed “Cooper” on the foot and presented in a shadowbox frame, double matted and glazed for protection and depth.
A striking example of Cooper’s artistry, blending Southwestern spiritual motifs with modern copper craftsmanship. The natural materials and vibrant textures evoke movement and ritual, making it an exceptional collector’s piece of regional metal art.
Condition:
Excellent condition, with no remarkable damage or restoration noted. Copper surfaces show intentional tonal variation from the artist’s patination process. Frame and glazing are clean, stable, and ready for display.
Dimensions:
Overall: 25.75" x 17.75" x 2.25"
Provenance:
From Copper Images, 402 Alamo Drive, Santa Fe, and 7207 Vista Alegre St. NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Retains original Copper Images by Cooper label verso.
Artist Biography:
Doug Cooper is an American sculptor based in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico, recognized for his hand-formed copper wall sculptures under the Copper Images studio name. His work often features stylized dancers, masks, and spirit figures inspired by Southwestern and Native cultural themes. Through skillful hammering, patination, and the addition of natural materials such as turquoise, leather, and beads, Cooper achieves compositions that balance movement, symbolism, and craftsmanship.
Each sculpture is individually forged and colored, giving it unique character and energy. His work has been exhibited across the Southwest and remains sought after by collectors of regional and contemporary Native-inspired art.
