‘Shoulder Ride’ Modernist Sculpture, Parent & Child

In the characteristic style of Corry Ammerlaan, this dynamic modernist bronze sculpture depicts the loving relationship of a parent carrying a child on their shoulders. The round, simple child figure is supported by the long, abstracted body of the adult, with arms raised in joyful effort and simplified faces that exude warmth for all. The piece, which is cast with a dark patina and a rough, tactile bronze surface, strikes a balance between fluid motion and raw texture. Its vertical thrust represents elevation, trust, and familial ties. This personal piece, which is mounted on a solid black base, captures the essence of providing care in raw, expressive forms. Even though it is unmarked, collectors of expressive bronzes or modern art will find it to be a compelling addition due to its stylistic fidelity to Ammerlaan’s work.