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LOUISE NEVELSON SIGNED ASSEMBLAGE SCULPTURE CIRCLE LIFE - This three-dimensional assemblage sculpture by Ukrainian-American artist Louise Nevelson (1899–1988) is composed of vintage clockworks, brass gears, and wooden blocks mounted within a rectangular format. A white clock face fragment with Roman numerals is partially visible beneath an arrangement of interlocking gears, reflecting the artist's interest in the deconstruction and recontextualization of found objects. The work is signed ”NEVELSON” in black ink on a wooden element at the lower right and is encased in an original clear Lucite or acrylic protective box. Found object art, mid-century modern, shadow box, horological sculpture, avant-garde, 20th century art, wood relief, kinetic style, industrial aesthetic. Dimensions Framed L 11 1/2 in. H 2 in. All measurements are approximate Condition The mixed media assemblage is housed in a clear acrylic display case that shows minor surface scuffing, with the interior wood and metal components exhibiting aged patinas.