A Sculpture
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Animal Sculptures
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Abstract Sculptures
Soapstone, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures
Steel
Antique 1860s Italian Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
Antique Mid-18th Century Afghan Other Sculptures and Carvings
Fruitwood
2010s Portuguese Natural Specimens
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Animal Sculptures
Petrified Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Animal Sculptures
Marble
Vintage 1930s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary German Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Contemporary Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Paper, Ink
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Acrylic, Paper, Crayon
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Surrealist Prints and Multiples
Rag Paper, Etching, Aquatint
20th Century Czech Bohemian Bottles
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Crayon, Paper, Chalk
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Acrylic, Paper
1950s Abstract Geometric Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Crayon
1930s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal
2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Platinum
1960s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Pencil
1960s Abstract Geometric Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Pencil
Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Chalk, Pencil
2010s American Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Steel
2010s British Modern Abstract Sculptures
Porcelain, Art Glass
20th Century Contemporary Mixed Media
Mixed Media
Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps
Ormolu
1960s Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, India Ink
1980s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Pastel, Pencil, Paper
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Drawings
Paper, Wood
Early 17th Century Old Masters Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Ink, Handmade Paper, Color Pencil
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Animal Sculptures
Wood
1970s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Nylon
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s French Sporting Art Figurative Sculptures
Composition
2010s French Sporting Art Figurative Sculptures
Composition
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s American Realist Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Metal
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Sculptures
Driftwood
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Sculptures
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Busts
Plaster
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Danish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Clay
20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1990s Dada Sculptures
Metal, Steel
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- 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 figurative sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A figurative, or representational, sculpture depicts a recognizable person or object.
- 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 5, 2022The Love sculpture represents the changes in American culture that occurred during the 1960s due to the anti-war protests, the sexual revolution and the civil rights movement. You'll find a variety of Robert Indiana art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What Etruscan sculpture is the most famous is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some well-known pieces include the Sarcophagus of the Spouses, the Mars of Todi and the Monteleone chariot. You can find a collection of Etruscan sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Khmer sculptures have a religious significance, but it also glorified the aristocracy of the time by portraying them as gods. Most of the Khmer art which remains is in the form of sculptures associated with temples for Hindu or Buddhist followers. Shop a selection of Khmer art from some of the world’s top art dealers 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, 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.
- How much is a marble sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The cost of a marble sculpture will vary depending on the size, artistic time, warehouse space, engineering and administration. Since marble is rarer it is more expensive than other types of rocks used for sculpture. On 1stDibs you will find figurative, abstract, still-life and nude marble sculptures starting from a range of $200 and upward.
- 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.