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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Sculptures
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Sculptures
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Sculptures
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
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Late 20th Century North American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Brass, Steel
2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Vintage 1980s American Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1940s Unknown Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
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2010s Italian Abstract Sculptures
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2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Sculptures
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2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
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Late 20th Century American Sculptures
Marble, Metal
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Vintage 1980s Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Lucite
1990s American Abstract Sculptures
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Late 20th Century American Sculptures
Brass, Metal
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures
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Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
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2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
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Iron
1990s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Chrome
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Iron
1990s Impressionist Figurative Sculptures
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Wall-mounted Sculptures
Chrome
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic, Glaze, LED Light
2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Stone, Metal
1970s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Granite
2010s Pop Art Figurative Sculptures
Acrylic, Fiberboard, Resin
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Bronze
1950s Figurative Sculptures
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1960s Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures
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1960s Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures
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1980s Figurative Sculptures
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- 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.
- 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 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.
- What is organic sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Organic sculptures have irregular forms derived from nature.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024How KAWS makes his sculptures varies. The New Jersey-born artist Brian “KAWS” Donnelly works with a variety of materials, including fiberglass, wood and bronze. By mixing up his techniques and experimenting with different mediums, KAWS can incorporate various colors and textures into his sculptures, figures and toys, and continues to innovate his practice.
In 1999, KAWS partnered with Bounty Hunter, a Japanese toy and streetwear brand, to release his first toy. Companion was the first of more than 130 toy designs, which came to include such characters as Chum, Blitz, Be@rbrick, BFF and Milo, each immediately recognizable as KAWS figures by their XX eyes. Fans have proved insatiable (and counterfeiters have since taken notice).
In 2017, MoMA’s online store announced the availability of a limited supply of KAWS Companion figures; as avid collectors logged on to stake their claim, the website crashed — multiple times.
Find authentic KAWS art on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A plaster cast sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art produced by pouring liquid plaster into a mold that the artist carves. In some cases, the resulting cast is the finished artwork. Other times, the artist uses the cast as a reference for carving stone or marble. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of sculpture art.
- Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 25, 2021An artist who creates sculpture is called a sculptor.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022If a sculpture is kinetic, it moves and that movement is part of how the artist conveys the meaning of the work. Kinetic sculptures may feature motors, electronic displays and other components that create the movement. Find a selection of kinetic sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are three types of relief in sculpting: high, sunken and bas. The difference between the type of reliefs is how deeply carved the figures are on the surface. Shop a wide range of collectable sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Inuit sculptures are made out of soapstone or serpentine. These deposits are found in the Arctic and range from black to light green. You can shop a collection of Inuit art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Does KAWS make his sculptures?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, artist Brian Donnelly, known professionally as KAWS, does make his own art. He admits he has a regimented schedule now that he has children, and finds that this has made him more productive, allowing him to focus on sculptures and paintings in the mornings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Can tusk be used for sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, ivory tusks can be used for sculptures and figurines. However, the U.S. and many other countries have banned the import of ivory, meaning many artists no longer work with the material. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sculptures from some of the world's top galleries.