Michel Bérard

MICHEL BÉRARD (Orléans, 1933-Béziers, 2020).
Untitled.
Abstract sculpture.
Superimposed wooden discs. Wooden base.
Measurements: 184 x 38 x 30 cm (sculpture); 60 x 65 x 65 x 65 cm (base).

The work presented in this tender is a clear example of the abstract, geometric and spatial language characteristic of Michel Bérard. The piece is distinguished by the purity of its forms and the sensuality of its volumes, developed through an organic and fluid composition that is reinforced by the use of wood as a natural material, worked by superimposing discs that provide rhythm, depth and sculptural dynamism.

The sculptor Michel Bérard was known for his decorative works in bronze and patinated metal, often inspired by organic forms, animals and stylized figures. His work falls within a French decorative arts tradition that combines sculpture and interior design, with pieces that often function both as artistic objects and functional elements (lamps, tables or ornamental sculptures). The works attributed to Bérard are notable for their textured surfaces, elegant lines and a refined sculptural language that blends modernist and naturalistic influences.