Scissor Guard 1940 — Fine Art

Scissor Guard 1940 by Alexander Calder rests on a plain ground with its two metal forms held apart by a steady gap. The practice of Calder often uses flat painted metal, cut out shapes and a mobile movement style. You see the balance in the open space between the two shapes.

This fine art print sits in a frame with a back panel and arrives assembled when ready to hang is used. The matte paper keeps the painted metal tones soft, so the gap reads clearly without a shine.

In a narrow kitchen hallway, the two forms stay easy to read from the door. The flat shapes give the wall a calm, steady feel. From the landing you see the open gap first.