Copper and Brass Sculpture by Ken Morris
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Copper and Brass Sculpture by Ken Morris This beautiful sculpture by Ken Morris (Kenwyn Arlotson Morris), one of the greatest self-taught artists Trinidad has produced. The work is in good condition with no known damage. This metalwork depicts a male and female dress for Carnival. This piece is amazing artwork from the most famous Trinidadian Artist. approx: 31in x 17 1/2in Weight: 4.5lbs artists info: Ken Morris, 1924–1992. For four decades, almost every major Carnival bandleader sought out his skill in metal-work and costume construction. ... His skill and imagination erased the distinction between the two. He was one of the greatest self-taught artists Trinidad has produced. This piece is in good condition with no known damage. The piece shows a male and female warrior. This is a great piece from one of Trinidad's most famous artists. He was one of the greatest self-taught artists Trinidad has produced. His entire formal training consisted of one six-month course, but his perfection of the art known as repousse (the process by which sheet metal is shaped into a sphere or dome by beating from behind) was extraordinary, and his introduction of this technique into Carnival costume design was revolutionary.
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Copper and Brass Sculpture by Ken Morris
Estimate $1,000 - $2,000
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