Pretty Bird!

This superb sculpture of a beautiful bird perched a leafy branch is by Texas artist Siggi Munk, one of the pioneers of modernist southwestern sculpture in the 1960s and 1970s. Although born in Germany, Munk spent most of his adult life in Texas, with a studio in Grand Prairie.  Working in bronze, iron, and copper, Munk was inspired by nature, especially birds. He was an important influence in mid-century modern sculpture and was awarded a Special Jury Commendation for Sculpture at the 1962 33rd Annual Dallas County Exhibition of Painting, Drawing and Sculpture.

   Since his death, there has been a growing interest in Munk's pioneering modernist sculptures and as well as recognition of his influential role.

A skilled sculptor, Munk melded natural movement and stylized modernism.

His works often feature bases of rough stone.

The sculpture is signed on a plaque affixed to the stone base.