A breathtaking intersection of industrial power and Spanish Brutalist art. Measuring a monumental 17.7 inches (45 cm), this architectural centerpiece represents the absolute pinnacle of David Marshall’s "Marriage of Metals" technique. It is a rare, large-scale industrial-sculptural hybrid that stands as a significant departure from his more common aluminum workshop pieces. The Collector’s Edge: Why This Piece is Extraordinary • Display: Includes an integrated frame design that allows for stunning tabletop display or easy mounting as a monumental wall sculpture in a dining room. • Hand-Forged & Riveted Iron: Unlike Marshall’s standard sand-cast production, this expansive central grate is composed of individually riveted, hand-forged iron bars. This blacksmith-level craftsmanship suggests a bespoke private commission or a high-concept gallery prototype. • The Rare Full Cursive Signature: This work features the prestigious stylized cursive "D Marshall" signature cast directly into the heavy brass frame. This specific mark is the artist's highest-tier signature, typically reserved for his most personal and historically significant studio works. • Massive XXL Scale: At 45 cm, this is one of the largest functional-sculptural objects from the Marshall studio. Its size allows it to function as a powerful tabletop centerpiece or a significant wall-mounted architectural statement. • Unrivaled Rarity: With no known market comparables for this specific iron-grate design online, this piece stands as a premier acquisition for a serious collector of 20th-century European Brutalism. Specifications: • Origin: David Marshall Studio, Seville, Spain (Circa 1980–1989). • Materials: Hand-forged Iron and heavy hand-cast Brass. • Signature: Prestigious integrated cursive "D Marshall" signature. • Dimensions: 17.7" W x 10.1" D x .75" H (45 cm x 25.7 cm x 1.9 cm). • Weight: 9.5 lbs (4.315 kg) Exceptionally heavy; industrial-grade solid metal construction. David Marshall David Marshall (b. 1942) is a Scottish-born sculptor and designer who has become one of the most recognizable figures in Spanish Brutalist metalwork. Though he was born in Edinburgh, his artistic identity is inextricably linked to the mountains of southern Spain, where he has lived and worked for over 50 years. Over the decades, Marshall expanded his reach globally, studying traditional carving and welding techniques in Thailand, Java, Bali, and Rajasthan. His work moved from pure sculpture into functional art, including mirrors, furniture, high-end trophies and a notable body of bespoke trophies and awards for private clients and clubs. His pieces remain staples of mid-century modern and contemporary design galleries in New York, London, Madrid, in the Rocky Mountains of Clark, Colorado, valued for their rugged elegance and the distinct "human hand" evident in every casting. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The hand-forged iron is structurally superior with a rich, dark patina. The solid brass frame exhibits sophisticated, authentic oxidation and intentional "casting pits" consistent with 40 years of history.