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Bracelet - Sculptural Cuff - Art Bronze - David Rucli (1944-2016)
€780
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A masterful collector's piece, signed by the renowned Parisian sculptor and painter David Rucli (1944-2016). This monumental 7 cm high bracelet is a true wearable sculpture, a testament to radical and organic craftsmanship, hand-hammered at the pinnacle of the French Brutalist movement.
The genius of this piece lies in its ingenious hybrid structure, designed to combine aesthetics and ergonomics:
Rigid sculptural core: The main body, solid and undeformable, guarantees the permanence of its architectural form.
Adaptive kinetic panel: Specially designed for optimal versatility, the left panel incorporates a hinge mechanism. This allows the bracelet to be widened for easy donning, then adjusted for a perfect fit around the wrist.
This rare piece offers a perfect, personalized fit, whether worn next to the skin or over clothing (such as a cashmere sleeve or coat cuff), making it a truly universal collector's item.
Material: Solid art bronze with its original 24-karat gold plating.
Exceptional weight: 142 grams (5.01 oz) – a substantial density that immediately conveys a sense of luxury and commanding presence.
Visual appearance: The textured, bark-like surface dramatically catches the light thanks to its high-relief hammering. The superb original patina subtly reveals the warm tones of the bronze beneath the gold in the raised areas, attesting to the piece's authenticity and character.
Maximum height: 7 cm (2.75 inches) for a striking look.
Total length: 21 cm (8.27 inches).
Adjustment: Thanks to its hinged left panel, this bracelet adjusts precisely to all wrist sizes.
Provenance: Directly from the artist's historic studio on Rue Bonaparte in Paris (Saint-Germain-des-Prés district).
Signature: Stamped "David Rucli Paris" on the inside.
Exclusivity: Following the artist's death in 2016, unique studio pieces of this scale and technical complexity have become exceptionally rare on the market. This is likely a one-of-a-kind piece.
Excellent vintage condition. Solid and structurally sound.
Mechanism: The kinetic hinge is perfectly smooth and functional.
Patina: Superb original 24-karat gold plating with an authentic patina. Slight natural wear to the surface on the edges and hinged parts, consistent with its age and history as a unique studio piece.
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ConditionVery goodColorsGoldMaterialBronzeNumber of items1Height7 cmWidth21 cmDepth7 cm
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Private sellerParis, FranceOn Whoppah since August 2026 • 1 sale