Vintage M. Hinz Signed Brass & Driftwood Marine Fish Sculpture (1987) – 12" x 8"

Vintage M. Hinz Signed Brass & Driftwood Marine Fish Sculpture (1987) – 12" x 8" Product Description Capture the striking beauty of mid-century coastal art with this authentic vintage 1987 tabletop sculpture by artist M. Hinz. This exceptional mixed-media piece blends the warm luster of hand-worked metal with the raw, rustic texture of a natural wood root base. The sculpture features detailed, abstractly stylized brass fish swimming vertically among long, torch-cut brass seaweed fronds. The delicate metal structures are securely anchored to a dense, beautifully gnarled piece of natural driftwood root. Every angle offers a dynamic perspective of underwater motion, highlighted by torch-applied heat patinas on the edges of the brass. The artist's hand-painted signature "M. Hinz '87" is clearly visible on the reverse side of the main fish body, guaranteeing its authenticity as a true collectible piece of late-20th-century artisan metalwork. It is the perfect size for a coastal living room mantle, a mid-century modern shelf display, or an executive desk accent. Key Features Signed Artist Original: Hand-signed and dated ("M. Hinz '87") directly onto the brass work by the artist. Organic Mixed-Media Composition: Blends torch-cut, embossed brass sheeting and heavy metal rods with a natural, unpolished wood root foundation. Dynamic Marine Aesthetic: Stylized fish and seaweed capture a graceful sense of marine life and ocean currents. Beautiful Age Patina: The brass showcases rich tonal variations and light natural oxidation, adding character that only true vintage pieces possess. Specifications Artist: M. Hinz Year of Production: 1987 Materials: Torch-cut Brass, Metal Rods, Natural Driftwood Root Base Dimensions: 12" H x 8" W x 3.5" D Subject: Coastal Marine Life / Abstract Fish Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The metal structure is perfectly sound and rigidly attached to the base, showing only a beautiful, authentic vintage metal patina.