PAPER WEIGHT
description
Paper Weight plays with the contradiction between the physical weight of steel and the sense of ease that can emerge through transformation. Compact and architectural, the sculpture turns an industrial material into a refined study of balance, proportion, and presence. Its title adds a subtle sense of humor while inviting a closer look at how something substantial can still feel visually light. Created by Denver based sculptor Ian Houghton, this contemporary steel sculpture reflects his ongoing interest in material, form, and finding unexpected character within one of the world’s most familiar industrial materials.
Inventory
#048
Series
Pressure Studies
Year Completed
2026
Status
Sold
Medium
Steel
Dimensions
5” x 5” x 24”
