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JOHANNA – SERIAL UNIQUE FIGURATIVE BRONZE SCULPTURE
Johanna (2019) is a contemporary figurative bronze sculpture by German artist Nando Kallweit, presented as a serial unique work. The composition depicts a seated female figure distinguished by an elongated neck, angular shoulders and slender limbs. Its upright torso contrasts with the bent legs, creating a carefully balanced interplay of geometric form, proportion and negative space.The dark, richly textured bronze surface reveals subtle variations in tone, while the faceted contours give the figure a distinctive architectural quality. Rather than pursuing anatomical realism, Kallweit reduces the human form to its essential characteristics. The simplified head, expressive posture and gently curved back lend the sculpture a quiet, contemplative presence.
Viewed from different angles, Johanna reveals a changing relationship between line, volume and open space. Despite its compact dimensions of 9.5 × 10 × 11.5 cm, the work conveys a strong sculptural identity, combining the permanence of bronze with a sense of lightness and restraint.
Individually finished as a serial unique bronze sculpture, Johanna reflects Nando Kallweit's characteristic approach to contemporary figuration, where reduction, balance and subtle expression define the human form.
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Nando Kallweit is a German sculptor known for his contemporary figurative bronze sculptures, characterised by elongated proportions, refined silhouettes and a distinctive minimalist aesthetic. His artistic approach combines traditional sculptural techniques with a modern visual language defined by balance, movement and expressive form.
Focusing on the human figure, Kallweit explores emotion and human relationships through simplified shapes, subtle gestures and carefully considered proportions. His sculptures balance abstraction and representation, creating a timeless sense of elegance and individuality.
Discover more about Nando Kallweit, his biography and exhibitions.
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Figurative bronze sculpture, 2021
Edition no. 13 of 50
11.9 × 5.9 × 3 in.
30 × 15 × 7.5 cm
This limited-edition bronze sculpture is individually signed by Nando Kallweit, with the edition number stamped into the base.
Certificate of Authenticity available upon request.
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