JHW AZ 1997 Forged Iron Abstract Sculpture — Signed, Patinated, 19.5" View Watchlist >
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JHW AZ 1997 Forged Iron Abstract Sculpture — Signed, Marine-Inspired Form, 19.5”
Signed JHW AZ. 97, this forged iron sculpture from 1997 merges bold industrial craftsmanship with an evocative, organic sensibility. The flowing contours and angular wingspan-like elements suggest abstracted forms from nature—calling to mind stingrays in motion, seabirds in flight, or marine creatures glimpsed through a sculptor’s lens.
Composed of interlocking steel planes with a rich, dark patina, the sculpture is anchored by a vertical shaft and elevated with a singular brass-toned sphere, offering a brilliant point of contrast and focus. The artist’s signature and date are clearly welded into the base.
Though the sculptor “JHW” remains unidentified, the work reveals the hand of a skilled artisan—likely based in Arizona—who imbued this modernist form with dynamic movement and symbolic nuance. The overall design is simultaneously grounded and soaring, rough yet refined.
Condition
Excellent condition, with a patinated surface applied intentionally by the artist. No damage, corrosion, or structural flaws; all welds are secure and the finish is consistent throughout.
Dimensions
- Height: 19.5 inches
- Width: 12 inches
- Depth: 8 inches
- Weight: 20 lbs
