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Joseph Goethe
Reclining Form wood sculpture

1955

About the Item

Joseph Goethe was one of America's modernist sculptors who explored carving in wood. He had a passion for exotic woods and fashioned his subjects according to how the piece of wood inspired him. This piece is fairly large scale and can sit on a floor or a low to mid-high pedestal. It is meant to have a slightly figurative aspect and it is visually interesting from all angles. The grain and character of the wood is of importance. Its a wonderful work as it feels slightly surreal, very suggestive and firm in its personality - great for a home that has an emphasis on the organic or needs to counteract a slickness with something naturalistic. A well noted sculptor who had many exhibitions and is represented in museum collections.
  • Creator:
    Joseph Goethe (1912 - 1993, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1955
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    All cracks and natural elements are just part of the natural wood and in good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1413213832182
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