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Carl Sean McMahon “Untitled II” all-metal mask sculpture with extensive layering and fine detailing

Independent masks

Category Overview

Concept
This category is dedicated to showcasing masks that do not belong to a specific series.


I have always been drawn to masks and find them an intriguing subject to explore. I'm fascinated by their cultural and historical significance—whether used to conceal identity, provide entertainment, or ward off evil, to name a few. Masks achieve these effects through a vast range of facial expressions. This versatility has allowed me to experiment with new ideas, some of which could serve as precursors to a future series.


Development
When creating an independent mask, various factors influence the outcome. These factors include experimenting with new techniques, skills, and equipment, as well as setting parameters for materials and complexity. Unlike those in a series, an independent mask is not bound to a sequential path, giving me the freedom to explore a wide range of ideas.

Developments

"Untitled Mask II" is the most recent addition to the mask series. A new mask is currently in development. 

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Untitled Mask II

Untitled Mask II of reclaimed metal with intersecting gears and cutlery forming a layered outer edge

“Untitled Mask II”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless; steel 

Dimensions: H: 39” x W: 32” x D: 6.5”

Year: 2020

Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection

Close-up of Untitled Mask II showing layered transmission gears and cutlery in a dense metal design

“Untitled Mask II”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless; steel 

Dimensions: H: 39” x W: 32” x D: 6.5”

Year: 2020

Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection

Untitled Mask

Untitled Mask sculpture with ornate brass, steel, and carved wood in oak, maple, walnut and mahogany

“Untitled Mask”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless/brass/aluminum/pewter/

cast iron; steel; brass; stainless; reclaimed oak/maple/walnut/mahogany wood

Dimensions: H: 64” x W: 51” x D: 14.5”

Year: 2019

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection (Site-specific commission) 

Image: 1 of 4

Right view of Untitled Mask with carved hardwood outcrops, ornate brass and aluminum metal details

“Untitled Mask”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless/brass/aluminum/pewter/

cast iron; steel; brass; stainless; reclaimed oak/maple/walnut/mahogany wood

Dimensions: H: 64” x W: 51” x D: 14.5”

Year: 2019

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection (Site-specific commission) 

Image: 2 of 4

Front left view of Untitled Mask with carved wood outcrops and layered brass and aluminum elements

“Untitled Mask”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless/brass/aluminum/pewter/

cast iron; steel; brass; stainless; reclaimed oak/maple/walnut/mahogany wood

Dimensions: H: 64” x W: 51” x D: 14.5”

Year: 2019

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection (Site-specific commission) 

Image: 3 of 4

Detail of Untitled Mask showing complex assembly of brass, aluminum, and hardwood in layered design

“Untitled Mask”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless/brass/aluminum/pewter/

cast iron; steel; brass; stainless; reclaimed oak/maple/walnut/mahogany wood

Dimensions: H: 64” x W: 51” x D: 14.5”

Year: 2019

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection (Site-specific commission) 

Image: 4 of 4

PA Mask

PA Mask sculpture with sharp metal spikes and asymmetrical design in reclaimed steel and aluminum

“PA Mask”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless/aluminum/copper; steel

Dimensions: H: 18” x W: 12” x D: 7”

Year: 2012

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection

Image: 1 of 3

PA Mask at angle with asymmetrical steel face and sharp forehead spikes of reclaimed metal

“PA Mask”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless/aluminum/copper; steel

Dimensions: H: 18” x W: 12” x D: 7”

Year: 2012

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection

Image: 2 of 3

eft view of PA Mask with steel face, angular form, and sharp forehead spikes from reclaimed metal

“PA Mask”

Medium: Recycled steel/stainless/aluminum/copper; steel

Dimensions: H: 18” x W: 12” x D: 7”

Year: 2012

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection

Image: 3 of 3

Additional Masks

Human mask of thin steel strips with rusted finish, round bar eyes and mouth in minimal design

“HuMaN”

Medium: Recycled steel

Dimensions: H: 18” x W: 13” x D: 10”

Year: 2008

Placement: Indoor

Status: SOLD - Private Collection

Image: 1 of 1

20th Century Man mask with asymmetrical design and patinaed steel, showing visible found components

“20th Century Man”

Medium: Recycled steel/Aluminum

Dimensions: H: 35” x W: 30” x D: 25”

Year: 2008

Placement: Indoor

Status: NFS - Private Collection

Image: 1 of 2

Angled view of 20th Century Man mask with layered patinaed steel in fractured, open component layout

“20th Century Man”

Medium: Recycled steel/Aluminum

Dimensions: H: 35” x W: 30” x D: 25”

Year: 2008

Placement: Indoor

Status: NFS - Private Collection

Image: 2 of 2

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