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What is an example of a bas-relief?
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A bas-relief is a carving or sculpture crafted in such a way that the artwork is barely protruding from the background piece. Donatello's Pazzi Madonna is an excellent example of a bas-relief sculpture. You’ll find a variety of bas-relief pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A famous example of a bas-relief are the Assyrian Lion Hunt reliefs which are housed in the British Museum. Bas-reliefs tend to have less protrusion than other types of relief carving. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of bas-reliefs from some of the world’s top art dealers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Female Torso Wire Bas Relief Wall Sculpture/Jewelry Display Minimalist Wall Bust
Located in Round Top, TX
Great earing display piece, or simply an Industrial bas relief wall-sculpture, this great outline of a female torso/bust is a contemporary feeling piece that lens an artistic, edgy c...
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bas-Relief Wall Sculpture, C. 1960s.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century modern abstract bas-relief wall hanging sculpture, circa 1960s, executed in painted fiberglass.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Madonna Ceramic Bas Relief Wall Sculpture, Deco Era, 30x27 cm
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Madonna in ceramic high or bas relief on a wooden panel base, from the Déco era. Little flowers painted on the Madonna veil.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
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Large Bas-Relief with Exotic Animals and Forest, 1950s-1960s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large carved wood bas-relief wall sculpture, 1950s-1960s. This striking bas-relief sculpture is made of wood, with a dynamic composition that exudes elegance and refinement.
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Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
1988 Bas-Relief “Butt Shot” Post-Modern Wall Sculpture
Located in Montréal, CA
This large-scale pyrofoam bas-relief titled 'Butt Shot' is a striking example of postmodern fashion-inspired sculpture.
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Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Foam, Polystyrene, Paint
Bas-Relief Cherubic Figures Sculpture, Renaissance Style, Italy, 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall hanging that depicts a bas-relief artwork featuring cherubic figures, inspired by Renaissance art. The relief is made plaster and horse hair and has an aged patina.
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
