Titan

An American Late 20th Century laminated acrylic sculpture "Titan" by, Stephan Weiss who was the late husband of fashion icon Donna Karen. Titan while large in scale depicts an abstract view of the torso in red & clear layered and laminated acrylic. The sculpture in any which direction is viewed takes on a different shape, form and color emphasizing the natural beauty to the ever changing form of the body. circa 1989

Signature: 
signed "S.Weiss 1989"

Condition: 
The sculpture is in very good condition with signs of very minimal wear and very faint scratching. Nothing that deters or effects the presentation or value of the sculpture. 

Biography:
Stephan Weiss (1939-2001) was the late husband of Donna Karan, created his “Larger than Life” collection shortly before his death from a long battle with lung cancer in 2001. The collection includes for pieces; a high-heeled shoe, a roll of film,  a Dressage horse and this big apple, which is a tribute to New York City. The Dressage Horse was the final piece, completed posthumously by Weiss’s son, was presented at Hampton Classic.
The Apple, here in Hudson River Park at Charles St, is a 3 ton and 9 foot bronze that sits on a bench of apple cores. It symbolizes the heart and “core” of the city.
Weiss was part of Donna Karan’s company, but still continued to create art, although never sought public recognition for his pieces.