Description
There is something quietly compelling about this small metal figure. Designed by Bodrul Khalique for IKEA in 2001, the sculpture depicts a ballerina mid-movement — arms extended, form balanced — rendered entirely in a blackened metal finish. The lines are minimal and confident, letting the silhouette do the work. It is the kind of piece that earns its place on a shelf without demanding attention.
Bodrul Khalique brought a distinctive sculptural sensibility to the IKEA range at the turn of the millennium, and this dancing figure is a fine example of how that collaboration translated into genuinely considered decorative objects. The blackened finish gives the piece a timeless, graphic quality that sits comfortably in modern, minimalist, or eclectic interiors alike.
Details
- Designer: Bodrul Khalique
- Maker: IKEA
- Origin: Sweden
- Year: 2001
- Material: Metal with blackened finish
- Form: Ballerina / dancing figure
- Height: 28 cm (11 inches)
- Markings: Original label present
Condition
- Good vintage condition
- Light natural patina to the metal, consistent with age
- Structurally sound throughout
Why It Endures
At its heart, this is a piece about economy of expression — the suggestion of dance captured in a few clean curves of blackened metal. That restraint is what gives it staying power. It requires no particular context to look at home, and it asks very little of the space around it. A timeless and versatile display piece for anyone drawn to Scandinavian modern design. Ships with full tracking. U.S. buyers: customs tariffs and handling fees are prepaid — no additional charges on delivery.
