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Painter, Sculptor, b. 1915 - d. 2016

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      • Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) American, Enamel on Aluminum "Hexalum #16"
        Nov. 02, 2024

        Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) American, Enamel on Aluminum "Hexalum #16"

        Est: $2,000 - $4,000

        Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) American, Enamel on Aluminum "Hexalum #16." Elaborate honeycomb structure of metal with enamel on top to form images. Title, name, and information written on back. Dated 1980 on back.  Overall: 39 3/4 x 59 3/4 in. Sight: 39 x 59 in.  #3554 .  American sculptor Max Finkelstein was born in New York City in 1915. From an early age he excelled in areas of math and science, finding work as a welder during the Great Depression. He graduated with honors in 1934 from Baron de Hirsch Trade School in New York City, with a degree as a machinist. From 1935-1965 Finkelstein worked in machine shops in every aspect of the industry, gaining familiarity with many types of metals and plastics. He also worked on product design and the development of mass-produced parts, automated machinery, models, and fabrication. Although wood interested him most at first, in 1954 Finkelstein began experimenting full-time with art, sculpting in his garage studio and beginning to incorporate his welding skills. He pursued this passion further by studying at the California School of Art in Los Angeles, The Kahn Art Institute (LA), UCLA, Los Angeles City College, and the Sculpture Center in NYC. He began his career as an independent artist in 1960, first concentrating on aluminum constructions and then branching out into mixed media sculptures and paintings, and held yearly solo and group exhibitions in the southwest and New York City. His works were so hyper-specific that his artistic life is often broken down into five year increments, as he would grow obsessed with one form, perfect it, then grow bored with it and move on to another. His Hexalums, Kachinas, and Bar Code Series are some of his most sought-after pieces by collectors, each defining a different period in his life. He taught sculpture for a time at the University of Judaism, and his work received awards from the Los Angeles Municipal Gallery, Krannert Art Museum Biennal, University of Illinois, and others. His works are held in several corporate and public collections including the Jewish Museum (NYC), Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. He died in Los Angeles in 2016, at the age of 101, survived by three children, ten grandchildren, and countless great-grandchildren.

        Sarasota Estate Auction
      • Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) Mid Century Modern Aluminum Sculpture, Sensor #17A
        Sep. 29, 2024

        Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) Mid Century Modern Aluminum Sculpture, Sensor #17A

        Est: $400 - $500

        Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) Mid Century Modern Aluminum Sculpture, Sensor #17A. Titled "Sensor #17A." Overall good condition. Has very small edge dent. Includes a catalog featuring past works and a hand written letter from Max Finkelstein. Approx. 14 in. H x 7 in. Dia. Weight: 8.4 lbs. (Wine bottle not included.)

        Hughes Auctions
      • Max Finkelstein (1915-2016), Abstract, 1964, Hammered and welded copper, 29" H x 20.5" Dia.
        Aug. 29, 2023

        Max Finkelstein (1915-2016), Abstract, 1964, Hammered and welded copper, 29" H x 20.5" Dia.

        Est: $600 - $800

        Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) Abstract, 1964 Hammered and welded copper Signed and dated to the metal: M Finkelstein / 64

        John Moran Auctioneers
      • Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Enamel/Aluminum 1981 Untitled
        Jan. 01, 2023

        Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Enamel/Aluminum 1981 Untitled

        Est: $3,000 - $4,000

        Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Enamel/Aluminum 1981 Untitled. Approx. 14 in. H x 20 in. W x .875 in. D. Weight 4.1 lbs.

        Hughes Auctions
      • Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016), "Clusters", carved and painted wood cylinders, signed, titled and dated on back "Clusters, 2000 Max F...
        May. 30, 2020

        Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016), "Clusters", carved and painted wood cylinders, signed, titled and dated on back "Clusters, 2000 Max F...

        Est: $100 - $200

        Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016), "Clusters", carved and painted wood cylinders, signed, titled and dated on back "Clusters, 2000 Max Finkelstein", 25" x 25". Provenance: The Estate of Andrew Wolf, New Haven, CT, Arts Chief.

        Nadeau's Auction Gallery
      • Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Sculpture
        Aug. 14, 2019

        Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Sculpture

        Est: $50 - $100

        Max Finkelstein, American (1915 - 2016) Modern Metal Sculpture "Untitled Cube, XII" Signed, Dated 1967, and Numbered 6/8 to base. Measures 3" H x 2-7/8" W x 1-1/2" D. Condition: Some scuffs along the sides, rubbing otherwise good condition Estimate: $50.00 - $100.00 Domestic Shipping: $32.00

        Kodner Galleries
      • Max Finklestein, (1915-2016 California), "Black plus 49, #6," 1969, Aluminum, 17.5" H x 12.5" W x 4" D
        May. 05, 2019

        Max Finklestein, (1915-2016 California), "Black plus 49, #6," 1969, Aluminum, 17.5" H x 12.5" W x 4" D

        Est: $600 - $800

        Max Finklestein (1915-2016 California) "Black plus 49, #6," 1969 Aluminum Signed, titled and dated verso: Finkelstein '69 17.5" H x 12.5" W x 4" D

        John Moran Auctioneers
      • Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Sculpture
        Feb. 06, 2019

        Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Sculpture

        Est: $50 - $100

        Max Finkelstein, American (1915 - 2016) Modern Metal Sculpture "Untitled Cube, XII" Signed, Dated 1967, and Numbered 6/8 to base. Measures 3" H x 2-7/8" W x 1-1/2" D. Condition: Some scuffs along the sides, rubbing otherwise good condition Estimate: $50.00 - $100.00 Domestic Shipping: $32.00

        Kodner Galleries
      • MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915-) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES.
        Feb. 03, 2016

        MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915-) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES.

        Est: $100 - $300

        Both aluminum sculptures. Unsigned SIZE: 20-1/2" x 9" and 3" x 3" PROVENANCE: Acquired from the artist in California by the consignor's family CONDITION: Very good 49751-1

        James D. Julia
      • MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES
        Aug. 25, 2015

        MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES

        Est: $400 - $600

        Both aluminum sculptures. Unsigned SIZE: 20-1/2" x 9" and 3" x 3" PROVENANCE: Acquired from the artist in California by the consignor's family CONDITION: Very good 49325-1

        James D. Julia
      • MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES
        Feb. 04, 2015

        MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES

        Est: $500 - $1,000

        Both aluminum sculptures Unsigned SIZE: 20-1/2" x 9" and 3" x 3" PROVENANCE: Acquired from the artist in California by the consignor's family CONDITION: Very good 9-25100

        James D. Julia
      • MAX FINKELSTEIN (b. 1915); Patinated bronze sculpture, "Flight," 1961; Unmarked; 25" x 51" x 15"; Provenance: LAMA Modern Art & Design Auction, 10/17/2010, lot 267; Note: From a series of three of the same title
        Jun. 15, 2014

        MAX FINKELSTEIN (b. 1915); Patinated bronze sculpture, "Flight," 1961; Unmarked; 25" x 51" x 15"; Provenance: LAMA Modern Art & Design Auction, 10/17/2010, lot 267; Note: From a series of three of the same title

        Est: $3,000 - $4,000

        MAX FINKELSTEIN (b. 1915); Patinated bronze sculpture, "Flight," 1961; Unmarked; 25" x 51" x 15"; Provenance: LAMA Modern Art & Design Auction, 10/17/2010, lot 267; Note: From a series of three of the same title

        Rago Arts and Auction Center
      • Two Forms
        May. 19, 2013

        Two Forms

        Est: $2,500 - $3,000

        Etched signature and date.

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Sensor #7A
        May. 19, 2013

        Sensor #7A

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        Signed "Sensor #7A/MFinkelstein/69" .

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Max Finkelstein Metropolis #1
        Dec. 16, 2012

        Max Finkelstein Metropolis #1

        Est: $4,000 - $6,000

        Max Finkelstein Metropolis #1, 1953

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Max Finkelstein, Medusa
        Oct. 07, 2012

        Max Finkelstein, Medusa

        Est: $5,000 - $7,000

        Medusa

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Max Finkelstein, Untitled #1
        Oct. 07, 2012

        Max Finkelstein, Untitled #1

        Est: $3,000 - $4,000

        Untitled #1

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Hexalum #4
        May. 06, 2012

        Hexalum #4

        Est: $3,000 - $4,000

        Hexalum #4

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Castle
        Dec. 11, 2011

        Castle

        Est: $2,500 - $3,000

        Max Finkelstein "Castle". Dimensions: 32.75" x 5.25" x 5.25"

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Max Finkelstein "Electra"
        Mar. 06, 2011

        Max Finkelstein "Electra"

        Est: $5,000 - $7,000

        Max Finkelstein "Electra" Welded steel Date: 1953

        Los Angeles Modern Auctions
      • Max Finkelstein (American, born 1915) Square x Hex Plus Red, 1967 33 x 33 x 2in
        Nov. 23, 2010

        Max Finkelstein (American, born 1915) Square x Hex Plus Red, 1967 33 x 33 x 2in

        Est: $2,000 - $4,000

        Square x Hex Plus Red, 1967 signed and dated 'M Finkelstein 67' (on the reverse); unique work aluminum 33 x 33 x 2in

        Bonhams
      • Max Finkelstein, (American, b. 1915), Sensor #3A
        Sep. 13, 2009

        Max Finkelstein, (American, b. 1915), Sensor #3A

        Est: $4,000 - $6,000

        Max Finkelstein (American, b. 1915) Sensor #3A aluminum construction Height 17 inches.

        Hindman
      • Max Finkelstein, (American, b. 1915), Untitled #8
        Jun. 05, 2005

        Max Finkelstein, (American, b. 1915), Untitled #8

        Est: $800 - $1,200

        Max Finkelstein (American, b. 1915) Untitled #8 aluminum, steel, and enamel signed "M. Finkelstein, #8, 8/10" (base) Height 11 1/4 inches.

        Hindman
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