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Ruth Asawa (American 1926-2013) Untitled (S.391, Hanging Six Interlocking Double Trumpets) C. 1958, brass wire Retains copper tag S.391 14in. x 12 1/2in. x 13in. (35.5cm. x 30.5cm. x 13in. 33cm) Provenance: Gift from the artist to the present owner. Note: This work is registered in the Ruth Asawa Records under No. S.391 Condition: When examined by Aiko Asawa; 'The sculpture looks to be in good shape. Straightening bent wires would make the trumpet forms open up a bit more, some more than others. The patina looks amazing." Conservation includes: - straightening wire looping to open up trumpet forms - add a new hanging wire to the top of the swivel The renowned Japanese-American artist and educator Ruth Asawa (1926-2013) constructed intricate, multi-lobed wire sculptures that explore a complex relationship between object and space. Her diligence to her craft, her pioneering experiments in wire sculpture, and her comprehensive output in other mediums including public sculpture, painting, and printmaking have established Asawa as one of the most influential modernists of the 20th century.