Description
A monumental "Wave" stainless steel water sculpture designed and produced by the world renowned Archie Held Studio for a prominent doctor in Manhattan in 2000. This work features an organic form sold stainless steel body having an electrical driven pump that lifts the water. Includes a set of stones/rocks to beautifully border the fountain.
Archie Held is an internationally recognized sculptor whose work explores the interplay between form, space, and the dynamic element of water. With a career spanning over four decades, Held is known for his precision-crafted stainless steel and bronze sculptures, often integrating water as a central, meditative component. His minimalist yet powerful forms evoke balance, flow, and timelessness, drawing inspiration from natural elements and Eastern philosophy.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Archie Held Studio produces large-scale public and private commissions for clients around the world. Each piece reflects a masterful attention to engineering and aesthetics, seamlessly merging art with environment. Notable installations can be found in museums, universities, corporate campuses, and civic spaces, affirming his place as a leading figure in contemporary sculpture.
Stainless Steel; USA c. 2000s
Height: 84 inches, Width: 22 inches, Depth: 16 inches
Period: 2000-2021
Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date: 2000
Styles / Movements: Modern, Contemporary
Patterns: Contemporary/Modern
Dealer Reference #: 101-DrMM
Incollect Reference #: 820371
W.
22 in;
H.
84 in;
D.
16 in;
W.
55.88 cm;
H.
213.36 cm;
D.
40.64 cm;
Reserve: $11,050.00
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Archie Held, Contemporary, Stainless Steel, Monumental Water Sculpture, USA 2000
Estimate $13,000-$16,000
Starting Price
$5,500
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Mar 19, 2026 3:30 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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