Bidspirit auction | Clarence Teed (1915-1994)

Clarence Teed (1915-1994) - CLARENCE TEED (1915-1994) GEOMETRIC ABSTRACT SCULPTURE. Clarence Teed (1915-1994) Untitled (Tensile Sculpture) Third quarter of the 20th century. Probably unique, the constructivist-inspired sculpture of a dynamic airborne figure of carved walnut on brass wire is signed under the base. Clarence Teed was a Kansas City designer-craftsman, sculptor, and furniture maker associated with the postwar American studio craft movement. As a founding member of the Kansas City Woodworker's Guild and president of the Missouri Craftsman Council, Clarence Teed was a central figure in Midwest studio craft design community. Active during the mid-20th century, Teed became known for blurring the boundaries between fine art, sculpture, and functional design with his furniture forms. In that realm, he considered himself a 'designer-craftsman' who created objects that were both functional as well as artistic. He also created objects like the present work which were purely sculptural. Measures 25 x 19 x 9.5 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Measures 25 x 19 x 9.5 inches.