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What is additive sculpture?
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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.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
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Hervé van der Straeten, "Coupe Nid" Bronze Centerpiece, France, 2012
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary bronze centrepiece by Hervé van der Straeten.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Sculpture of Juggler in Patinated Bronze Signed Le Verrier
Located in IT
Art Deco sculpture of Juggler in patinated bronze by Le Verrier.
The statue features a woman with very elegant and delicate movements. Max Le Verrier was known for being a pioneer w...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Boho French Bakery Scale
Located in west palm beach, FL
Vintage Boho French Bakery Scale combines Old World charm with American vintage flair. This iconic piece, with its rustic patina and classic design, adds a touch of history and chara...
Category
Early 20th Century American Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage Boho Cast Concrete Woman in Shells Planter
Located in west palm beach, FL
Seaside Serenity: Channel coastal vibes with this Vintage Boho Cast Concrete Woman In Shells Planter. A unique fusion of artistry and functionality, it brings a touch of the ocean's ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Busts
Materials
Concrete
Classical male torso in white Carrara marble - miniature
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, Male torso, classical art, Greek art, Torso, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, torso Riace bronzes
Piccolo Torso maschile scolpito su bellissimo marmo bianco di C...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Classical Greek Busts
Materials
Carrara Marble
Silver Plated Bronze Wood Mounted Venus Goddess Bust
Located in New York, NY
Goddess Venus bust is made of silver plated bronze mounted on wood. The head turns on the base. The blue felt underneath has a sticker stamped Krisa. Made in Italy. Good condition wi...
Category
20th Century Italian Busts
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
