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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024The Thinker statue is supposed to be Dante Alighieri. Born in Florence, Italy, in 1265, he was a poet and philosopher. Today, he is best known as the author of The Divine Comedy. Through his statue of Dante, Auguste Rodin intended to portray the writer gazing down into the circles of Hell as part of a larger work called The Gates of Hell. Find a diverse assortment of Auguste Rodin art on 1stDibs.
- Where is the real Rodin Thinker?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024The "real" or original Rodin Thinker is outside the Musée Rodin in Paris, France. There are more than 25 additional castings of the sculpture located around the world. In the U.S., you can see casts of The Thinker at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky; the Detroit Institute of Art in Detroit, Michigan; the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, New York; the Legion of Honor in San Francisco, California; and the Cleveland Museum of Art in Cleveland, Ohio. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Auguste Rodin art.
- 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 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024A freestanding sculpture is one capable of standing on its own. It differs from reliefs and installed works, which are attached to a wall or other surface. Some famous examples of freestanding sculptures include Michelangelo's David, Rodin's The Thinker and Bernini's Apollo and Daphne. On 1stDibs, find a selection of freestanding sculptures.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024What sculpture is worth the most will vary over time as pieces continue to come up for auction and break existing records. Some of the most expensive sculptures ever sold at auction include Alberto Giacometti pieces. His L'Homme au doigt fetched $141.3 million at auction, while his L'Homme qui marche I and The Chariot sold for $104.3 and $101.1 million, respectively. Explore a large selection of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 Answer
Glenn 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 is abstract sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Abstract sculptures do not depict real objects.
- 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.
David Brooker Fine ArtMay 13, 2021It means that the sculpture is made from bronze and not a resin- What is a tree sculpture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Topiary is the term for trees that are sculpted into shapes and sometimes even characters. Some people refer to this type of art as living sculptures or living art. Shop a collection of topiary-inspired pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between sculpture and ceramics comes down largely to form and materials. Sculptures are three-dimensional works of art that can be produced out of a variety of materials, such as stone, wood, metal or plaster. Ceramics are decorative objects made out of earthen materials, such as clay. Some sculptures are made of ceramics, but ceramics can also be used to produce other types of objects, such as bowls, vases and dinnerware. Shop a wide variety of sculpture and ceramics on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The difference between a painting and a sculpture comes down to its format. A painting is a two-dimensional work of art made by applying paint to a surface, such as canvas, with tools like paint brushes and palette knives. A sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art that may be carved, cast, molded or assembled. Explore a wide range of paintings and sculptures on 1stDibs.













