Artemisia's (1612) Sword

Artemisia’s (1612) Sword: Reclaimed Metal Historical Sculpture

"The sword transforms from a tool of violence into one of justice, courage, and rebirth. Her voice, like her art, became a weapon of truth and reclamation." ~ Enrique Del Angel

Artemisia’s (1612) Sword is a powerful, one-of-a-kind welded steel and brass historical sculpture that honors one of art history’s most resilient and defiant figures, Artemisia Gentileschi. Handcrafted in Texas by metal artist Enrique Del Angel, this high-end industrial scrap metal sword sculpture fuses raw automotive engineering with a profound narrative of women’s empowerment, perseverance, and justice. It stands as a museum-quality statement piece for fine art collectors who value historical depth, meticulous metal manipulation, and rare conceptual storytelling.

Industrial Anatomy & Historical Symbolism

Forged through fire, precision grinding, and deep symbolic intention, the sculpture structures heavy-duty mechanical elements to construct a fierce, poetic monument to human resilience:

• The Camshaft Hilt & Handle: The sword's grip and guard are masterfully formed from a heavy, rugged reclaimed automotive camshaft, representing the unyielding core strength and unbreakable resolve required to stand against adversity.
• The Open-Frame Gear Blade: The blade is engineered as an elegant, minimalist open framework enclosing three perfectly aligned industrial gears and structural rods. These gears symbolize the rigid mechanisms of society, sometimes slowing, sometimes advancing human progress.
• The Climbing Brass Vine: Intertwining seamlessly within the steel frame is a delicate, hand-sculpted brass vine that expands upward from tip to hilt. This golden vine represents the steady, historic rise of women’s empowerment, punctuated by polished, silver-tipped leaves that gleam like blades of truth against the darker industrial iron.
• The Mechanical Pedestal Stand: The sculpture rests securely on a heavy, layered automotive gear mechanism base, finished in a deep, weathered rust patina that beautifully references the passing of centuries while grounding the vertical structure.

Premium Protection for Luxury Display

To permanently preserve the high-contrast finishes—from the mirror-polished silver of the blade frame to the rich, warm gold of the hand-treated brass vines—the entire sculpture is sealed in a premium, high-gloss automotive clearcoat. This commercial-grade coating locks out moisture, prevents rust, and ensures the piece remains an extraordinary, conversation-starting centerpiece for luxury private collections, corporate executive offices, or prominent gallery displays.

Specifications & Display Parameters

• Artist: Enrique Del Angel (Del Angel Garage: Metal Art)
• Materials: Reclaimed automotive camshaft, industrial gears, sheet-metal drops, brass rod, and specialized steel wirework
• Finish: Weatherproof high-gloss automotive clearcoat
• Dimensions (Stand): 6-1/2" L x 6-1/2" W x 36-1/2" H
• Dimensions (Sword): 4" L x 4" W x 28" H
• Year Crafted: 2026
• Inquiries: Available exclusively for acquisition through the Del Angel Garage: Metal Art Official Website.