Miguel Berrocal
Mini David


1969
nickel-plated zamak, gold-plated brass
5.5 h × 2.25 dia in (14 × 6 cm)

The concept of multiples was central to Miguel Berrocal's artistic practice. Just as painters used printing techniques to reproduce graphic works, Berrocal sought to make his three-dimensional sculptures accessible to a broader audience using advanced casting technology. As a result, many of the artist's works were planned to be produced in large editions, however, given the complexity of the forms, full editions were often not completed.

Impressed signature and number to side '5274 Berrocal'. This work is number 5274 from the edition of 9500. Sold with copy of book Le Mini-David, Miguel Berrocal, Multicetera, 1970.

Provenance: Private Collection, Chicago

Literature: Antologica Berrocal (1955-1984), Gallego, Opus 107, ppg. 48, 169-171, 446

Light oxidation exists throughout the form along with some small shallow impressions. The book has minor wear with light abrasions to the cover and yellowing, or toning, to the pages. Overall this lot is in very good condition.