Man Ray. Cadeau 1921 / 1974
Multiple, cast iron sculpture with bronze patina and copper nails, ca. 16.5 x 10 x 9.5 cm. Signed, titled and numbered in white paint on the handle. This work is number 2033 from the edition of 5000 produced at the Mirano Foundry in Venice and published by Luciano Anselmino, Turin, 1974. In the original styrofoam and cardboard packaging, with numbered certificate card and leaflet. In excellent condition.
Cadeau (The Gift) is an iconic dadaist object by Man Ray (1890-1976) created during the opening of Ray's first solo show in Paris, organized by Philippe Soupault and Suzanne Pillard at Galerie Six on December 3, 1921. The original is lost but its concept survives through later reproductions created or sanctioned by the artist.