Marcello Fantoni Knitec Art Wire Sculpture | Italy c.1960
Marcello Fantoni Knitec Art Wire Sculpture | Italy c.1960
For those who see life in line
You see tall, slender abstractions here, welded together in a kind of visual dance. We personally, love how Fantoni's metalwork is all about distilling the human figure down to pure rhythm and tension.
He forces you to look at the negative space, which is just as important as the metal rods. It's what lets the light work with the sculpture, which is genius. This piece is firmly rooted in the Brutalist style of postwar Italy. It demonstrates that even raw, industrial material can achieve grace.
Condition: Excellent
Key Features & Benefits
Era / Movement: Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalism / Kinetic Abstraction
Material / Construction: Welded steel rods on black base
Maker / Provenance: Attributed to Marcello Fantoni, Florence, Italy
Style / Design Notes: Linear abstraction suggesting motion and duality
Care Tip: Preserve patina; clean gently with soft dry cloth only
Dimensions: 8ʺW × 4ʺD × 17ʺH
The quiet side of Brutalism.
Black & Gold Condition Guide
✨ We believe every piece tells a story — here’s how we describe the chapters they’ve lived so far:
Mint / Like New Practically time-traveled. Looks as though it’s never been used. Crisp, clean, and flawless.
Excellent Well-preserved with only the most minor signs of age (think a faint scratch or two, visible only if you squint). Structurally sound and show-stopping.
Very Good Loved and cared for. Some small signs of wear — maybe light surface marks, gentle fading, or a touch of patina — but nothing that distracts from its beauty or function.
Good Has earned its character. Noticeable wear such as scratches, discoloration, or finish loss, all consistent with age and use. Still fully functional and fabulous.
Well-Loved / As-Is This one has stories to tell. Expect visible flaws or wear (chips, cracks, missing parts), but still worthy for display, repurposing, or as a collector’s gem.
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