Vintagely Impress with this 1966 Irish copper sculpture by renowned metal artist Fergus O’Malley. Crafted in Ireland, this tall, slender figure embodies a reverent saint or bishop, complete with a mitre and staff, evoking rich ecclesiastical and Celtic heritage.
Signed by the artist and dated 1966, this sculpture is a rare collector’s item that blends Brutalist simplicity with old-world craftsmanship.
This piece falls in the collectible folk/brutalist religious art category, and is a considered to be an art investment piece. It would be expected to hold or possibly increase in value over time.
Features:
• Artist: Fergus O’Malley (signed and dated)
• Origin: Made in Ireland
• Date: 1966
• Material: Hand-worked copper with dark patina
• Style: Mid-century / Folk Art / Religious / Brutalist influence
• Height: Approx. 13.5” x 3” x 2”
