Sculpture On A Plinth
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
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Brass
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal
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20th Century Thai Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Sculptures
Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1860s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Abstract Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Granite, Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Unknown Abstract Sculptures
Marble, Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1980s Dutch Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
20th Century Italian Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures
Slate, Bronze
Vintage 1980s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Plastic, Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century European Late Victorian Animal Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Vietnamese Animal Sculptures
Brass
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Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures
Brass
Antique 1870s American American Empire Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Early 20th Century American Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
17th Century Old Masters Sculptures
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Figurative Sculptures
Griotte Marble, Gold Plate, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century German Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century Mounted Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Busts
Slate, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Busts
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Chinese Qing Mounted Objects
Eggshell
Antique 19th Century French Regency Animal Sculptures
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Busts
Bronze
2010s Danish Modern Abstract Sculptures
Wood, Paint
Antique 1870s French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Realist Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings
Marble
Antique 1880s Italian Grand Tour Animal Sculptures
Siena Marble, Bronze
Antique 1850s English William IV Busts
Statuary Marble
Vintage 1970s American Sculptures
Chrome, Steel
Vintage 1980s Figurative Sculptures
Glass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Vintage 1930s French Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century Other Art Style Sculptures
Wood
Antique 19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Marble
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Cast Stone
Vintage 1930s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Acrylic
20th Century European Animal Sculptures
Metal, Bronze
2010s Outsider Art Figurative Sculptures
Cast Stone
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- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
- What is organic sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Organic sculptures have irregular forms derived from nature.
- What is contemporary sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When referring to artwork, contemporary simply means “the art of today”, or artwork that was produced in the second half of the 20th century onward. This term extends to all art, including sculptures. You’ll find a variety of contemporary sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are illusion sculptures?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Illusion sculptures are pieces of art that the artist has crafted in a certain way so that it seems to come alive. Illusion art is also referred to as trompe l’oeil, which is a French term meaning “to fool the eye.” See the magic for yourself and shop a collection of illusion sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is geometric sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Geometric sculpture is a style of art that emphasizes mathematical shapes in an artistic way.
- What is an alabaster sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An alabaster sculpture is one that is made out of alabaster, which is a soft white or translucent stone. A variety of gypsum, alabaster is described as fine-grained and marble-like. On 1stDibs, find a collection of alabaster sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sculpture series?2 AnswersLa ChrysomeleFebruary 23, 2021For bronze sculptures, a series is the limited number (eight plus four artist's proofs, in French legislation) of numbered specimens which qualify as original editions.Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021A sculpture series can mean a body of work created by an artist that is similar in design, style and media. A limited edition bronze sculpture or casting in another material (resin, concrete, plaster, etc.) are made from the same mold. The patina or color may differ but each work has been assigned a number in the series.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In sculpture, perspective refers to how a piece fits into the space around it and what a viewer sees when they look at it from different angles. This differs from perspective in painting and drawing, which describes how to add depth to make two-dimensional objects seem three-dimensional. Find a wide variety of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A freestanding sculpture is one capable of standing on its own. It differs from reliefs and installed works, which are attached to a wall or other surface. Some famous examples of freestanding sculptures include Michelangelo's David, Rodin's The Thinker and Bernini's Apollo and Daphne. On 1stDibs, find a selection of freestanding sculptures.
- What is a metal sculpture?1 AnswerGlenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021A sculpture created from materials made of metal. This is a broad category. Metal sculptures can be made by fabrication, meaning assembled by hand or machine. Cast metal sculpture like bronze or steel is made from a complex casting process.
- What are sculptures in art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In art, sculptures are three-dimensional works of art made by hand or with various tools and machinery. Bronze, marble, plaster, wood and stone are among the most traditional materials for sculptures. However, artists may also incorporate found objects, paper, fabric and other items into their work. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of sculptures.
- What is a figurative sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A figurative, or representational, sculpture depicts a recognizable person or object.
- What is additive sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
In additive sculpture — as opposed to subtractive sculpture, such as statues carved from stone — materials like clay or wax are built up to create a form.
- What is abstract sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Abstract sculptures do not depict real objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024There are several main types of sculptures. Relief sculptures feature an image carved into a flat surface, such as a piece of stone or marble, while carved sculptures begin as a block of material that a sculptor works on with tools. To produce a cast sculpture, an artist makes a mold and then fills it with a material, such as molten bronze. Additive sculpture is the process of creating art by adding pieces to a base material, while assembly sculpture involves combining objects together. With modeled sculptures, an artist shapes a malleable material like clay or wax. Installation sculptures are built into a specific site, while kinetic sculptures produce a real or simulated sense of movement. Explore a wide range of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A free-standing sculpture is a stand-alone, three-dimensional object that can be seen from all angles and can be walked around or held in your hand, depending on its size. Find a wide range of free-standing sculptures from the early 18th century to the 21st century on 1stDibs by various creators in different dimensions.
- What is male torso sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Male torso sculpture is a type of three-dimensional artwork that depicts a nude male body from the neck to the waist. Its purpose is generally to show off the anatomy of the body. Shop a collection of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sculpture stand is a pedestal or plinth and is used to support a statue or vase. Rounder and smaller pedestals are sometimes referred to as socles. Oftentimes these stands not only elevate the sculpture but also add an artistic element to your piece. Shop a selection of sculptures and pedestals on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Sculpture stone is called a marble. It is the most preferred sculpture stone by famous sculptors across the world. There are various types of marble-based sculptures available in a wide variety of colors on 1stDibs to choose from.
- Did Dali make sculptures?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did make sculptures in addition to his painted works. His sculptures varied in size, ranging from very small to very large. They are now located in museums around the world. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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