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Joe Nicastri (b.1945) Embracing Nudes Wooden Panel

Sold for $175 at Hill Auction Gallery on May 14, 2025.

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Joe Nicastri (American, born 1945), Wallpiece No. 10 (Holocaust Series - CAB No. 14), 1996. Mixed media wall sculpture featuring a central fresco painting of two nude embracing figures, set within a surface of rusted nails and charred twigs. The composition is framed by distressed architectural molding and explores themes of persecution, trauma, and memory. Signed and inscribed on the verso: "WALLPIECE No. 10 / Holocaust Series - CAB No. 14 / J. Nicastri - 4/96." Provenance: Originally installed at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale in 1997 as part of Nicastri's exhibition titled The Reiss Family Collection: SURPLUS OF MEMORY - A Focus on the Holocaust and Human Rights. Description created by SnapGenie.com Dimensions: 27.5 X 23 X 4 in. Condition: Good overall vintage condition with typical age-related surface wear, including areas of loss and patina throughout-much of which appears to be artist-intended. The frame shows storage wear along the edges and corners. Note: This condition statement is provided as a courtesy and reflects an opinion, not a statement of fact. Bidders are encouraged to inspect items in person or through an agent to assess condition. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Local Delivery: Florida door-to-door hand delivery service available for this lot; contact Toti@Zemaqua.com for an estimate.

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