Miguel Berrocal (1933-2006) - Sculpture, Mini David - 14 cm - Zamac

Miguel Berrocal (1933–2006) – Mini David, Opus 107 (1969) Modular, assemblable sculpture, signed and numbered – Edition no. 5914 Work by the Spanish sculptor Miguel Berrocal, one of the leading interpreters of European contemporary sculpture in the second half of the 20th century, known for his innovative three-dimensional, disassemblable creations. The Mini David, realized in 1969, represents one of the artist’s most recognizable works, where the tradition of figurative sculpture blends with geometric and mechanical exploration. Description of the work The sculpture depicts a stylized male torso, inspired by classical tradition, reinterpreted through a complex system of shaped and interconnected metal elements. The piece is conceived to be taken apart and reassembled, transforming traditional sculpture into an interactive artistic object, a distinctive feature of Berrocal’s research. The anatomical forms and metal surfaces give the work a strong plastic presence, while the articulation of the components testifies to the originality of the artistic concept. Characteristics * Artist: Miguel Berrocal (1933–2006) * Title: Mini David * Work: Opus 107 * Year of design: 1969 * Material: Zamak (nickel-plated metal alloy) * Type: modular, composable sculpture * Edition: 9,500 copies in the nickel version * Numbering: 5914 * Signature: Berrocal, incised on the work * Base: cylindrical metal The signature and the edition number are clearly visible and documented in the photographs. Condition report The work presents in generally good condition, commensurate with its age. There are light surface scratches, small signs of use, some alterations to the finish and localized traces of oxidation, as documented by the photographs. The sculpture is presented assembled on its own cylindrical base. The original box and the assembly manual are not present. Artistic and collecting interest The Mini David is a significant example of Berrocal’s exploration of the disassembly and reassembly of forms, combining sculpture, engineering and viewer participation. The work belongs to the production of artist’s multiples, which contributed to the international diffusion of Berrocal’s sculptural language. Examples of the same work are documented in catalogs of major international auction houses, including Christie’s and Artcurial. The sale includes the sculpture and the base depicted in the photographs, in the conditions illustrated. Careful packing for shipment.

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