Mid-Century Brutalist Metal Mountain and Forest Wall Sculpture

This is a horizontal wall-mounted sculpture executed in the Brutalist style, characteristic of the 1960s or 1970s. The piece depicts a prominent mountain peak in the background with a dense coniferous forest in the foreground. It is constructed from torch-cut metal, likely copper or brass plates, which have been layered and welded together to create significant depth and texture. The mountain features a textured surface with golden-yellow patination near the summit, suggesting sunlight or a varying metal alloy. The individual evergreen trees show jagged, serrated edges consistent with flame-cut metalwork. The color palette consists of dark, oxidized browns, bronzes, and metallic golds, with intentional heat-induced coloration throughout. The construction utilizes rough brazed joints and irregular edges to achieve a naturalistic, rugged aesthetic. While no specific maker's mark is visible from this perspective, the style is reminiscent of pieces by C. Jeré or similar mid-century studios. The condition appears sound, with an aged patina that is likely original to the piece; there are no signs of significant bending or structural breakage, though some minor surface oxidation may be present in the crevices due to age.