Lattice Female Torso (Fragmented Form)
Wall-mounted sculpture, semi-abstract figurative • Modern school of Contemporary Industrial Sculpture; visually consistent with works by artists like Rainer Lagemann (specifically from his "Bands" or "Strips" series) or similar contemporary sculptors exploring metal fragments.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Industrial Realism / Neo-Constructivism
Medium & Technique
Assembled brushed stainless steel or aluminum strips; joined using industrial rivets. The technique involves cold-bending metal bands over a figurative form to create a negative-space lattice.
Creation Period
Contemporary (c. 2010s to present)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 90-110 cm (H) x 40-50 cm (W) x 25-30 cm (D). Vertical wall-mount orientation.
Subject Description
A life-sized representation of the female torso, from the upper thighs to the upper chest. The form is defined not by solid mass, but by the intersections of flat metal ribbons. It explores themes of transparency, the fragmentation of the human form, and the tension between industrial materials and organic curves.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent. The metal shows consistent luster with no visible oxidation, warping, or failed rivets. Surface exhibits standard industrial brushed finish.
Estimated Market Value
$8,000 - $14,000 USD
Auction Estimate
$5,000 - $9,000 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired via a contemporary art gallery or direct studio commission. No visible stamps in current view, but these are often signed on the inner thigh or lower rear band.
Art Historical Significance
A modern exploration of the 'non-finito' aesthetic, where the viewer's mind completes the form. It follows the lineage of Reclining Figures by Henry Moore but utilizes modern, industrial assembly methods and high-tech materials to emphasize the void over the solid.
Notable Features
The use of industrial rivets as both structural fasteners and rhythmic decorative elements. The interplay of shadows cast by the lattice against the wall creates a secondary 'shadow sculpture' that changes with light direction.
Condition Issues
None visible. Possible minor surface micro-scratches typical of brushed metal; slight dust accumulation in rivet crevices.
Conservation Recommendations
Periodic dusting with a soft microfiber cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners. Ensure wall mounting points are secured into studs due to the leverage of the cantilevered design.