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Hand Sculpture by James Prestini

Creator: James Prestini
Offered by: Moderne Gallery

Description
James Prestini's hand-held objects were originally made for an exhibition for the blind - a haptic experience of perception. Though this series
was referred to as "hand-held", Prestini rarely if ever left an actual trace of his hand on anything, everything was machine made.
This is a rare autobiographical example, as the artist actually carved his own hand imprint into the back of the sculpture.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States, Illinois
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Carved and turned wood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	c. 1940
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	99495

Dimensions

W.	6.5 in;	H.	8.5 in;	D.	3 in;
W.	16.51 cm;	H.	21.59 cm;	D.	7.62 cm;

Message from Seller:

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