Métallique Chic and Mosaics: Antico Contempo at the San Francisco Fall Show
"Portal" by Alexander Aboutaam composed of brass. Edition 1/1.
"Figures" by Alexander Aboutaam is among his most monumental works
"Dawn" by Alexander Aboutaam is a brass sculpture representing the origins of his artistic career.
Alexander Aboutaam’s artworks will be displayed at The San Francisco Fall Show at Booth B9, including first time public viewings of new mosaics and sculptures.
SAN FRANCISCO , CA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Antico Contempo is pleased to announce that Alexander Aboutaam’s artworks will be on display at The San Francisco Fall Show, October 15–18, 2026, at Fort Mason. Booth B9, under Phoenix Ancient Art, will have a dedicated space for Aboutaam’s works, including first time viewings of mosaics and sculptures created in the last year, yet to be displayed to the public.Sharing an adjacent space with authentic antiquities that span thousands of years allows viewers to make the tangible connection between Aboutaam’s contemporary creations and the civilizations that inspire them.
The sculptures provide this connection with impressive glit and glamor. The theme of the San Francsico Fall Show is Métallique Chic. Quoted from the show’s website is a description of the theme: “Think gold leaf, silver filigree, copper patina, platinum polish, pearlescent pewter and time-worn bronze. Art, antiques, design, and jewelry each take their turn at the podium: Rococo gilding, Brutalist metalwork, Art Deco chrome, Georgian silverware, iridescent colors, burnished surfaces…”
The two newest sculptures fit the theme with style, the first being “Portal.” The curvaceous piece invites viewers to 2000 BC in ancient Sumer where eye idols were believed to connect the gods with the human world. Composed of polished brass, the subtle shine is endearing and eye-catching.
The second of the new sculptures is titled “Dawn.” Astute observers may notice the connection between this artwork and the logo of Antico Contempo. Both designed by Aboutaam, the Anatolian-esque style has been a major inspiration for his work from the founding of Antico Contempo in late 2024. The burnished red-orange hue likens the beginning of his work to the start of the day, glowing as the sun shines over the horizon.
Among the new mosaics displayed will exhibit one of Aboutaam’s most grand pieces yet, simply titled “Figures.” The result sits productively between image and object, antiquity and modernity: an ancient-looking presence reconstructed in the present. The abstraction of the figures’ discussion allows for a variety of interpretations. Are they arguing? Praying? Simply having fun? Rather than answer the question directly, Aboutaam prefers the viewer to form their own opinion and find what they deem to be beautiful.
Running from October 15th to 18th, the San Francisco Fall Show will be open from 10am to 7pm with a special gala opening on the 14th.
See https://sffallshow.org/ for the most updated information regarding the show!
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