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What are the main types of sculptures?

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What are the main types of sculptures?
There 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 ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
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20th Century Terracotta Diana Goddess of the Hunt Bust France 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is an impressive bust formed with terracotta of Diana Goddess of the Hunt. This beautiful sculpture is hand formed, 20th century. Signed by Artist but can not identify the maker...
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Busts

Materials

Terracotta, Ceramic

Alexander Flores Mexican Postmodern Pottery Sculpture
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage postmodern pottery sculpture. Made by Mexican cubist artist, Alexander Flores. Curved blocky shape with a face in the center. Textured yellow glaze. Signed on the bottom an...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Large Antique Painted Folk Art Pike Trade Sign, Fish Monger’s Metal Shop Sign
Located in Lisse, NL
Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. ...
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Zinc

“Liggend (Reclining)” by Kyle Smith, Bronze Nude with Ponytail, Edition 2 of 9
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
“Liggend (Reclining)” by Kyle Smith, Bronze Nude with Ponytail, Edition 2 of 9, 1999 Signed, Dated, and Numbered Dimensions: 7” W × 3.5” D × 3.5” H Patina: Dark Engraved Verdigris ...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Russian Hand Carved Rhodonite Elephant Figurine Faberge Manner
Located in Long Island City, NY
A naturally hand carved rhodonite figurine. The figurine is made in the shape of an elephant, set with gemstone eyes in gold settings. Vintage and Modern Carving, Natural Stones Figu...
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20th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Precious Stone

Mid-Century Modern Amber Resin Bird Sculpture by Dorothy Thorpe 1970s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is an Amber resin bird sculpture, specifically doves, by Dorothy Thorpe made circa the 1970s. The sculpture is perfectly translucent which makes the birds glow in the light!
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Resin

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