Modernist Abstract Tiered Sculpture

This is a horizontal modernist sculpture by an unknown artist, characterized by its rhythmic, fan-like structure. The piece is constructed with multiple overlapping, slightly curved layers that taper on both sides, creating a dynamic sense of motion or organic growth reminiscent of geological strata or the wing of a bird. The material appears to be a dark metallic cast, possibly bronze or iron with a dark patina, or a heavily textured ceramic with a metallic glaze. It features a dark grey to charcoal color palette with subtle highlights along the edges of the ridges, suggesting a lustrous or semi-matte finish. The surface is intentionally tactile, showing rugged, uneven edges and visible striations that indicate hand-sculpting or a specific casting process. There appear to be no visible maker's marks or signatures on the upper surface; the base is not fully visible, though the sculpture rests on two primary points of contact. The condition seems stable with a naturally aged patina; there are no obvious fractures or structural repairs, though the rough edges are part of the original design aesthetic. The style is indicative of mid-20th-century abstraction, likely produced between 1950 and 1980, focusing on form and texture rather than representational detail.

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