Beach Scene

1949 · Sculpture

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Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, United States

This work belongs to the collection but is not currently on public display.

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In this state since: Aug 19, 2026
Source: Official museum collection data

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About

“Beach Scene” is a sculpture by David Smith (American, 1906–1965), dated 1949. Its recorded subjects include abstract shapes. It belongs to the collection of Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, and is not confirmed on public display right now. ART MAP tracks this work's display status over time, with every claim carrying its source and verification date.

Details

Artist: David Smith
Date: 1949
Medium: Sculpture
Accession number: 1952.199

In the catalog

Abstract shapes United States

Market

$6k – $60k

Indicative

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Auction history

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