Dance to Paradiso
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In Dance to Paradiso, Richard MacDonald masterfully selects an exceptional moment of observation as
2010s Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Dance to Paradiso
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In Dance to Paradiso, Richard MacDonald masterfully selects an exceptional moment of observation as
Bronze
Dance the Dream, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
power of dance. In this evocative bronze sculpture, Richard MacDonald captures a dancer in mid-motion
Bronze
Dance to Paradiso, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In "Dance to Paradiso," Richard MacDonald masterfully captures an exceptional moment of observation
Bronze
Dance to Paradiso, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In "Dance to Paradiso," Richard MacDonald masterfully captures an exceptional moment of observation
Bronze
The Ritual Female Dancer
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
the dance of uninhibited sensuality and joyful exuberance, Richard MacDonald offers “The Ritual
Bronze
Price Upon Request
H 74.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Dancing Waters, Column, Stainless Steel
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
“Dancing Waters, Stainless Steel” is a striking new work that captures the movement and fluidity
Stainless Steel
Zumanity - Modern Dance V, Icarus Moon
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
- Modern Dance V, Icarus Moon” takes the awe-inspiring moves of Cirque du Soleil’s “Zumanity” as a point of
Bronze
Angelic Crystal, Marble Dust, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
face of a muse. MacDonald witnessed her dancing while creating many drawings of the elements of her
Marble
Flight in Attitude, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Flight in Attitude, Atelier" by Richard MacDonald captures a dancer mid-ascent, suspended in a
Bronze
Angelic Crystal, Terracotta
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
face of a muse. MacDonald witnessed her dancing while creating many drawings of the elements of her
Terracotta
Capeo Flamenco
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
theater, MacDonald gravitated to dancer Jordi Caballero whose authentic and entertaining Latin-based
Bronze
The Flutist, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
MacDonald composed a trio of dancing figures, and made a statement about humanity and his own artistic
Bronze
Unavailable
H 18 in W 10 in D 18 in
Richard MacDonald Bronze Sculpture Braceo Flamenco Signed Music Ballet Dance Art
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Bloomington, MN
of the graceful dancer, is contoured with MacDonald's typical genius, decorated with intricate detail
Bronze
Unavailable
H 9 in W 28 in D 14 in
Richard MacDonald Reclining Nude large 100lb Bronze sculpture Signed
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
movement and it is greatly inspired by motion and the art of dance. Originally, Richard Macdonald was
Bronze
Unavailable
H 23.5 in W 5 in D 5 in
Richard MacDonald Diana Earth and Moon 24" Bronze Sculpture
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
greatly inspired by motion and the art of dance. Originally, Richard Macdonald was classically trained
Unavailable
H 8 in W 14 in D 3 in
Richard MacDonald Bronze Relief Sculpture Signed Nureyev Bust Fragment Ballet
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Bloomington, MN
tribute to the legendary ballet dancer. Richard MacDonald is considered one of the greatest figurative
Bronze
Unavailable
H 21 in W 6 in D 9 in
Richard MacDonald Original Limited Sculpture Blind Faith Signed Classic Art
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
greatly inspired by motion and the art of dance. Originally, Richard Macdonald was classically trained as
Bronze
Unavailable
H 48 in W 32.5 in D 24 in
Richard MacDonald 1/2 Life Nightfall Platinum Bronze Sculpture Figurative
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
, Richard Macdonald worked with some of the most prominent dancers and performers in the world, notably with
Bronze
Unavailable
H 36 in W 16 in D 24 in
Richard MacDonald 1/2 Life Doves Bronze Fine Art Figurative Sculpture
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
dance. Originally, Richard Macdonald was classically trained as a painter, having graduated Cum laude
Bronze
Unavailable
H 17 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Richard Macdonald La Fuite du Temps Bronze Sculpture Signed Limited Ed.
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
, Richard Macdonald worked with some of the most prominent dancers and performers in the world, notably with
Unavailable
H 35 in W 29 in D 29 in
Richard MacDonald Gymnast Flair 1/3 life Fine Art Sculpture Icon
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
, Richard Macdonald worked with some of the most prominent dancers and performers in the world, notably with
Unavailable
H 52 in W 19 in D 40 in
Richard MacDonald Gymnast Flair 1/2 life Fine Art Bronze Sculpture Figurative
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
art of dance. Originally, Richard Macdonald was classically trained as a painter, having graduated Cum
Unavailable
H 37 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in
Richard MacDonald Large 1/2 life Trumpeter "Draped" Bronze Signed Limited Sculpt
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
art of dance. Originally, Richard MacDonald was classically trained as a painter, having graduated
Bronze
Unavailable
H 35 in W 29 in D 24 in
Richard MacDonald – The Gymnast, 1995 Bronze Sculpture Edition: x/175 Size: 35"
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
, Richard Macdonald worked with some of the most prominent dancers and performers in the world, notably with
Bronze
Unavailable
H 24 in W 8 in D 8 in
Richard Macdonald Chroma II bonze 1/8 life sculpture
By Leonardo Nierman
Located in Minneapolis, MN
, Richard Macdonald worked with some of the most prominent dancers and performers in the world, notably with
Bronze
Dance the Dream, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Signed by the artist.
Bronze
Angelic Crystal, Marble Dust
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
face of a muse. MacDonald witnessed her dancing while creating many drawings of the elements of her
Marble
Dance to Paradiso, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In Dance to Paradiso, Atelier Richard MacDonald masterfully selects an exceptional moment of
Bronze
Dance to Paradiso, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In Dance to Paradiso, Atelier Richard MacDonald masterfully selects an exceptional moment of
Bronze
Dance the Dream, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Dance the Dream conveys a sense of eternal spring. This young dancer has already acquired the
Bronze
Dance the Dream, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Dance the Dream conveys a sense of eternal spring. This young dancer has already acquired the
Bronze
Dance the Dream, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Signed by the artist.
Bronze
Capeo
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
theater, MacDonald gravitated to dancer Jordi Caballero whose authentic and entertaining Latin-based
Bronze
Rosin Box
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
preparation is central to the concept of dance that MacDonald seeks to portray: the dancer prepares her shoe
Bronze
Angelic Crystal, Marble Dust
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
face of a muse. MacDonald witnessed her dancing while creating many drawings of the elements of her
Marble
Angelic Crystal, Marble Dust
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
face of a muse. MacDonald witnessed her dancing while creating many drawings of the elements of her
Marble
Angelic Crystal, Terracotta
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
face of a muse. MacDonald witnessed her dancing while creating many drawings of the elements of her
Terracotta, Resin
Angelic Crystal, Terracotta
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
face of a muse. MacDonald witnessed her dancing while creating many drawings of the elements of her
Terracotta, Resin
The Flutist, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
MacDonald composed a trio of dancing figures, and made a statement about humanity and his own artistic
Bronze
The Flutist, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
MacDonald composed a trio of dancing figures, and made a statement about humanity and his own artistic
Bronze
Flight in Attitude, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In “Flight in Attitude”, the clean lines of the dancer’s form suggest purity and strength. With
Bronze
Flight in Attitude, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In “Flight in Attitude”, the clean lines of the dancer’s form suggest purity and strength. With
Bronze
Flight in Attitude, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In “Flight in Attitude”, the clean lines of the dancer’s form suggest purity and strength. With
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Old Bronze Guimard Chandelier
By Hector Guimard
Located in Rebais, FR
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Art Nouveau with this magnificent Guimard chandelier, a true masterpiece of refinement and poetry. Crafted from oxidized bronze with deli...
Bronze
20th Century Walnut Wood Art Deco Italian Side Table, 1940s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian side table from the first half of the 20th century. Art Deco furniture carved and veneered in walnut, burl and fruitwood, of beautiful lines and pleasant furnishings. Round s...
Wood
A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period. Solid oak wood, noted for i...
Oak
$4,283 / item
H 23.63 in Dm 15.36 in
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Silk & Brass Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Desk lamp, originally manufactured at the historical Wiener Werkstätte and archived at the WW-pattern-books with the # S 142 - all in all, just eight lamps were manufactured at the W...
Brass
$150Sale Price / set|46% Off
H 3.9 in W 2.2 in D 2.2 in
Hand cut Crystal Saltshaker set Ambrosià (2-piece set: clear & clear)
Located in Glendale, CA
The Ambrosià Crystal Salt & Pepper Shakers are exquisite examples of hand-cut crystal craftsmanship, blending European artistic style with timeless 20th century design. Crafted from ...
Crystal
[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] Bathers by the Shore
By Mark Beard
Located in New York, NY
Signed in red, u.r. Oil on canvas 66 x 84 inches This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. Mark Beard, born in 1956 in Salt Lake City, now lives in New York...
Oil
$5,323
H 30.12 in W 22.05 in D 5.52 in
Antique Antimony Sculptures, Warrior, Archer, Max Le Verrier, Art Deco.
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Breganze, VI
Antique Sculpture, 1930s, proposes a Warrior an Archer with bow and arrow expressing strength and power. The work proposed here is in Antimony Metal made in the first half of the tw...
Metal, Other
Self Portrait
By Mark Beard
Located in New York, NY
Polaroid transfer on Rives BFK paper Signed, titled, dated, and numbered (4/6) in pencil, recto Also blindstamped, l.r. 22 x 15 inches, sheet 10 x 8 inches, image This artwork is o...
Photogravure
Dans L'Atelier de Picasso
By Pablo Picasso
Located in OPOLE, PL
Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) - Dans l'Atelier de Picasso Lithograph from 1957. The edition of 275. Dimensions of work: 44.5 x 33.5 cm Publisher: Fernand Mourlot Éditeur, Paris. Ref...
Lithograph
$96,000Sale Price|67% Off
H 84 in W 26 in D 18 in
Japan 1950s Museum Bronze Over Life-Size "Male Reborn” Koga Tadao, 84"
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan an important 84" Tall life-size sculpture of "Male Reborn" by midcentury master sculptor Koga Tadao (Meiji 36 (1903) to Showa 54 (1979). For further information please call D...
Bronze
Hercules Mourning the Death of his Cupbearer Hylas
By Mark Beard
Located in New York, NY
[Hippolyte-Alexandre Michallon (1849-1930)] Oil on canvas Signed in red, l.l. 48 x 60 inches, canvas size 54 x 66 inches in gold leaf frame 61 x 74 x 6 inches, framed This artwork...
Canvas, Oil
Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920
By A. Petit Monsigny
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Table Lamp by Adolphe Petit-Monsigny, circa 1920. An exceptional French Art Deco table lamp, circa 1920, showcasing a stunning bronze sculpture by th...
Alabaster, Bronze
$25,000
H 42.52 in Dm 30.71 in
Muller Freres & Andre Kovacs Large French Art Deco Pink Chandelier, 1920
By Muller Frères
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Gorgeous chandelier decorated with peacocks by Muller Frères (glass) and Andre Kovacs (wrought-iron frame), 1920s. The glassware is made up of four glass balls plus a larger central ...
Wrought Iron
Luigi Massoni ‘Dilly Dally’ Vanity Set in Cognac Leatherette
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, ‘Dilly Dally’ vanity set, leatherette, mirrored glass, plastic, brass, lacquered wood, metal, Italy, 1968 Outstanding Italian dressing table designe...
Metal, Brass
'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in London, GB
‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and hand-made by the artisans from the renowned Tiffany Studios (1902-1932), this ‘Daf...
Bronze, Lead
$1,250,000 / set
H 100.5 in W 36 in D 36 in
Monumental Pair French 19th Century Putto Flambeaux Urns Torchere Urn Sculptures
By René Rozet 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Monumental Museum Quality Pair of French 19th Century Figural Gilt and Patinated Bronze Rosso Granite Marble Flambeaux Urns, each depicting a pair of standing allegorical and whims...
Granite, Bronze
There are artists and there are masters. Richard MacDonald will go down in the history of sculpture as Picasso did painting, as an unequivocal master of the art.
Only a number of people can master craftsmanship, far fewer, the art of the human form. Figurative sculpture is a language MacDonald speaks with astounding fluency, and as with any language, MacDonald’s creative drive is formed from a need to share the universal dialect of the human figure with those who understand it; this is the unique privilege the artist affords his viewers.
MacDonald captures the beauty, romance and essence of the human spirit in motion. Influenced by the expressiveness in the figures of Renaissance master Donatello, the emotional intensity of works by 19th century French sculptor Auguste Rodin, and the power of Michelangelo’s sculptures, MacDonald’s inspirational, sensitive works are precisely of the moment, yet profoundly historic by reference. And they dance rhythmically for all to see — in the leap and grace of the dancer, the power of the athlete, the gesture and passion of lovers, the spirit rises, and MacDonald captures it.
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Used to refer to a time rather than an aesthetic, Contemporary art generally describes pieces created after 1970 or being made by living artists anywhere in the world. This immediacy means it encompasses art responding to the present moment through diverse subjects, media and themes. Contemporary painting, sculpture, photography, performance, digital art, video and more frequently includes work that is attempting to reshape current ideas about what art can be, from Felix Gonzalez-Torres’s use of candy to memorialize a lover he lost to AIDS-related complications to Jenny Holzer’s ongoing “Truisms,” a Conceptual series that sees provocative messages printed on billboards, T-shirts, benches and other public places that exist outside of formal exhibitions and the conventional “white cube” of galleries.
Contemporary art has been pushing the boundaries of creative expression for years. Its disruption of the traditional concepts of art are often aiming to engage viewers in complex questions about identity, society and culture. In the latter part of the 20th century, contemporary movements included Land art, in which artists like Robert Smithson and Michael Heizer create large-scale, site-specific sculptures, installations and other works in soil and bodies of water; Sound art, with artists such as Christian Marclay and Susan Philipsz centering art on sonic experiences; and New Media art, in which mass media and digital culture inform the work of artists such as Nam June Paik and Rafaël Rozendaal.
The first decades of the 21st century have seen the growth of Contemporary African art, the revival of figurative painting, the emergence of street art and the rise of NFTs, unique digital artworks that are powered by blockchain technology.
Major Contemporary artists practicing now include Ai Weiwei, Cecily Brown, David Hockney, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, Takashi Murakami and Kara Walker.
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Figurative sculptures mix reality and imagination, with the most common muse being the human body. Animals are also inspirations for these sculptures, along with forms found in nature.
While figurative sculpture dates back over 35,000 years, the term came into popularity in the 20th century to distinguish it from abstract art. It was aligned with the Expressionist movement in that many of its artists portrayed reality but in a nonnaturalistic and emotional way. In the 1940s, Alberto Giacometti — a Swiss-born artist who was interested in African art, Cubism and Surrealism — created now-iconic representational sculptures of the human figure, and after World War II, figurative sculpture as a movement continued to flourish in Europe.
Lucian Freud and Francis Bacon were some of the leading figurative artists during this period. Artists like Jeff Koons and Maurizio Cattelan propelled the evolution of figurative sculpture into the 21st century.
Figurative sculptures can be whimsical, uncanny and beautiful. Their materials range from stone and wood to metal and delicate ceramics. Even in smaller sizes, the sculptures make bold statements. A bronze sculpture by Salvador Dalí enhances a room; a statuesque bull by Jacques Owczarek depicts strength with its broad chest while its thin legs speak of fragility. Figurative sculptures allow viewers to see what is possible when life is reimagined.
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