Mobile Art
A mobile is a form of kinetic sculpture designed to hang weighted objects or additional rods.
Artist Alexander Calder is credited with originating the mobile. By suspending forms that respond to the movement of air, Calder brought about a revolution in sculpture. Marcel Duchamp coined the term 'mobiles' for these works. Instead of being solid, massive objects, mobiles continually redefine the space around them as they move. Calder's skillful balance of form and colour led to works that evoke an animated interpretation of paintings by his friends, such as Joan Miró.
In 1943, Albert Einstein visited an exhibition of suspended artworks created by Alexander Calder at the Museum of Modern Art and became known for his famous remark: "I wish I had thought of that."
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We collaborate with artists to create both limited editions and works on paper.
A limited edition is a set number of similar or identical artworks. The size of the edition denotes the total number of artworks that will ever be made, underscoring their value.
Framing options vary for each piece and are listed on the individual artwork pages. Our standard glazing offer is a minimum 90% UV acrylic plexiglass, or you can upgrade to an anti reflective Optium museum plexiglass.
Yes, 100%. We work directly with our artists to create editions that accurately represent their body of work. Additionally, every artist personally reviews and approves their final editions.
Every artwork is signed or stamped, and individually numbered. You will also receive a stamped and numbered certificate of authenticity.
No—the copyright is not transferred to the purchaser of the edition.
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