Overview
A monumental hand-carved wood relief panel featuring a stylized interpretation of the Aztec Sun Stone and ancient totemic motifs.
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Preliminary identification
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Relief Panel, c. 1965-1975
Photo reference
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Story
In the 1960s, a fascination with 'primitive' and ancient cultures swept through American interior design, leading to a boom in bold, oversized wood carvings that acted as the soul of a room.
Maker / Origin
While many of these pieces were produced by firms like Witco (Western International Trading Co.), which specialized in 'exotic' decor for the jet-set era, many were also the work of skilled…
Condition & Value
The wood appears exceptionally well-preserved with a rich, honey-toned patina. Large-scale MCM wood panels have seen a massive resurgence in value due to the popularity of 'Tiki' and 'Brutalist' aesthetics.
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