Bronze Bonsai Tree Sculpture by Brutalist Artist Belva Ball
Bronze Bonsai Tree Sculpture by Brutalist Artist Belva Ball
This mid-20th century Brutalist bronze bonsai tree sculpture, a masterful creation by the renowned American artist Belva Ball, stands as a testament to her influence within the Brutalist movement. Crafted from hundreds of meticulously welded bronze pieces, the sculpture intricately captures the essence of a bonsai tree. Its roots, also fashioned from bronze, secure the piece to a wooden base, creating a harmonious blend of strength and delicacy. Belva Ball's significance within the Brutalist movement is underscored by the commanding presence of this sculpture, originally commissioned for a Chicago office building in 1968. Collected fervently for decades, Ball's work continues to resonate, exemplifying the enduring impact of her artistic vision on the world of sculpture and Brutalist art.
15 in. W x 12 in. D x 34 in. H