1971 Bernhard Rohne Signed Acid-Etched Brutalist Metal Wall Art – M.D. Studio

Magnificent 1971 Bernhard Rohne Original Acid-Etched Metal Wall Sculpture - Signed & Dated

Canadian Studio Art ' Brutalist Modernism ' Space Age Abstract

Measures: 24"W x 24"H x 3"D (60.96cm x 60.96cm x 7.62cm)

Weighs: 10 lbs

An extraordinary original work of vintage metallic art by German-born Canadian artist Bernhard Rohne, handcrafted at M.D. Studio in North Vancouver, British Columbia, and signed and dated 1971.

Measuring an impressive 24 inches square, this remarkable abstract composition showcases Rohne's distinctive acid-etching technique, combining intricately worked metallic surfaces with dramatic contrasts of color, texture, and relief. The striking composition features an elaborate network of intersecting geometric forms, sweeping arcs, and radiating linear elements that appear to explode outward from a densely detailed central focal point.

Brilliant ivory-toned passages cut across a richly layered background of burnished gold, bronze, charcoal, and blackened metallic tones, creating a wonderful interplay of light and shadow.

The intricate surface treatments reveal extraordinary detail, with the chemically etched metal producing subtle dimensional relief and beautifully varied coloration throughout the composition.

The result is a fascinating visual experience, almost architectural in its complexity, with a distinctly futuristic quality reminiscent of Space Age design and the bold experimental aesthetics of the early 1970s.

Equal parts abstract artwork and architectural sculpture, this exceptional piece commands attention from every angle.

A Striking Example of Brutalist Modernism-

Rohne's bold combination of metallic surfaces, experimental techniques, and abstract geometry gives this artwork a sophisticated industrial character. The dynamic composition creates a remarkable sense of depth and movement, while its rich metallic palette provides warmth and visual complexity. Its dramatic presence makes it particularly well suited for Mid-Century…