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Richard MacDonald
Dance the Dream, Atelier

2015

$6,200
£4,648.74
€5,389.53
CA$8,652.43
A$9,663.97
CHF 5,021.69
MX$117,687.71
NOK 63,786.72
SEK 60,105.47
DKK 40,212.42
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About the Item

"Dance the Dream, Atelier" is a radiant celebration of movement, passion, and the transformative power of dance. In this evocative bronze sculpture, Richard MacDonald captures a dancer in mid-motion—arms aloft, body lifted in a gesture of joy and artistic surrender. The figure is both grounded and soaring, embodying the essence of a dream pursued through discipline, emotion, and flight. Inspired by years of working with Principal dancers and elite performers, MacDonald distills the essence of performance into a singular moment of grace and momentum. Every curve and line is sculpted with precision, revealing not only physical mastery but also the soul behind the motion. Cast in bronze using the lost-wax method, this Atelier edition speaks to collectors who seek both elegance and emotional depth. "Dance the Dream" is an extraordinary opportunity to own a work that celebrates the beauty of ambition, artistry, and the dream made real through movement. Signed by Artist
  • Creator:
    Richard MacDonald (1946, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2015
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Laguna Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 201609-27741stDibs: LU49016597212

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