MULE 1927

"MULE" is a wire sculpture by Alexander Calder, created in 1927. This early work displays the artist's signature use of simple materials and lines to create dynamic and playful forms. The wire is bent to form the outline of a mule, capturing its distinct features with minimal detail. The animal's head is lowered, as if grazing, suggesting a sense of movement and life. The sculpture is mounted on a wooden base, which adds a touch of natural grounding to the delicate wire construction. Calder's wire sculptures are often considered precursors to his later mobiles, demonstrating his fascination with movement and abstract forms.