Prayer

Media - 1978.127.3 - SAAM-1978.127.3_1 - 56986
Copied Seymour Lipton, Prayer, 1977, monel/brazed with nickel-silver on limestone base, 8 188 585 14 in. (20.722.013.3 cm.), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mr. Seymour Lipton, 1978.127.3

Artwork Details

Title
Prayer
Date
1977
Dimensions
8 188 585 14 in. (20.722.013.3 cm.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. Seymour Lipton
Mediums Description
monel/brazed with nickel-silver on limestone base
Classifications
Keywords
  • Abstract
Object Number
1978.127.3

Artwork Description

Seymour Lipton adopted the surrealist technique of free association, making numerous rough drawings in crayon to explore different combinations of shapes without a coherent plan. These shapes were then cut from sheet steel or Monel, a type of white bronze, and welded into place. The rough metal, sharp corners, and visible welds give the piece a raw, unfinished appearance.