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Edwin Scheier 1964 Modernist Sculpture of Man Riding Jaguar Which Has Eaten Man

About the Item

An early and fully three dimensional sculpture by Edwin Scheier exhibiting a symbolic or mythological representation that represents the circle of life. The bent wood, carving, piercing and rope work are all manifest at a high level in this quixotic almost whimsical work of 1964. Edwin (and Mary) spent over a decade in the 1960's and 70's in Oaxaca, Mexico where he often worked with Guanacaste wood and local fibers, to great success. A perfect compliment to a mid century modern interior and a must have go along with any major mid century and/or Scheier ceramics collection. This is a living estate offering on behalf of a prominent New York art collector.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1964
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Mobile, AL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7894232467692

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