Victor Salmones “Momento Eterno” Figurative Nude Bronze Sculpture, Signed

“Momento Eterno,” an evocative figurative bronze sculpture by Mexican master sculptor Victor Salmones (1937–1989). The composition depicts two intimately intertwined nude figures incorporated between bold geometric forms, beautifully balancing the softness and sensuality of the human body with the strong architectural geometry characteristic of Salmones’ work.

The sculpture features a rich, dark bronze patina with warm undertones that accentuate the hand-worked surface, modeling and expressive contours of the figures. Viewed from different angles, the composition continually changes, revealing the embracing figures and emphasizing the sculpture’s strong three-dimensional presence.

The work is signed V. Salmones and marked F-17. Importantly, “Momento Eterno” is a documented Victor Salmones model and is illustrated in the book Victor Salmones: A Sense of Human, page 75, adding valuable reference and provenance for collectors. The bronze is displayed on a clear Lucite base, creating a clean presentation that complements both contemporary and traditional interiors.

With its slender vertical proportions and distinctly Mexican Modernist aesthetic, this sculpture is particularly appealing for interior designers, architects and collectors of important 20th-century Latin American art. It would make a sophisticated focal point on a pedestal, console table, credenza, library shelf or cocktail table, and would work beautifully within Mid-Century Modern, Modernist, Brutalist, contemporary and eclectic interiors.

Victor Salmones is recognized for his expressive exploration of the human form, and “Momento Eterno” is an excellent example of his ability to combine figurative realism, abstraction, emotion and architectural form. A highly decorative yet collectible work for a residential interior, executive office, hotel, hospitality project or curated art collection.

Overall measurements: 16 in. H × 6 in. W × 4.75 in. D
Bronze sculpture only: 15.25 in. H × 2.50 in. W × 2.625 in. D

Today, works by Salmones can be found in museum, university, corporate, civic, sculpture garden and private collections internationally, with sources documenting his work in collections across approximately 30 countries. Notable institutional and public holdings include Duke University, the Donald M. Kendall Sculpture Gardens at PepsiCo, and the Robert T. Webb Sculpture Garden. The Smithsonian also documents public Salmones sculptures at Centenary College of Louisiana and the Houston Zoological Gardens.