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Doris Warner Figurative Sculptures

American, 1925-2010
Doris Ann Warner began as an Abstract Expressionist painter, but was primarily known for stone carving as well as abstract female figures, which emphasized body movement through rhythmic flow of mass and line. Warner studied at the University of California Santa Cruz as well as Pietrasanta, Italy, with Professor Pasquale Martini in 1988. First achieving recognition as an abstract expressionist painter, Doris Warner discovered the world of stone carving and returned to the university for instruction in sculpting the three dimensional form. A journey to Pietra Santa, Italy, (The Mecca of sculptors), gave her a month with the Italian professor, Pasquale Martini, experiencing the Italian method of stone carving. She returned with three tons of marble and worked exclusively in that medium. The impressions and images gathered from extensive travel in Europe, Asia and Africa have inspired recent works. One of the architectural wonders of the world, The Great Stupa of Borabudur, Java, was the source of inspiration for a series of five sculptures. The five sculptures are not intended to be specifically architectonic in form and yet there is an unequivocal sense of history – frozen in time. The mysterious quality of the temple carvings are translated into bronze icons (lost-wax process) and placed on the carved marble. In addition, Doris focuses on abstracted female figures which emphasize body movement through rhythmic flow of mass and line. She usually sculpted in a series, reworking the same concept until it has been expressed as powerfully as possible. Education: University of California, Santa Cruz, California, B.A. 1983 Pietrasanta, Italy Professor Pasquale Martini, 1988 Selected Exhibitions 1995 Tustin Renaissance Gallery, Tustin, California 1990-95 Gallerie One, Sedona Arizona 1992-1993 Carman Brown Gallery, Laguna Beach, California 1989 UCSC Invitational Show, Santa Cruz, California 1988 Gallery of Fine Art, Santa Cruz, California 1986 Jessica Darraby Gallery, Los Angeles, California 1985 Bank Street Gallery, Palo Alto, California 1985 Jalbert Galelry, Saratoga, California 1985 Olive Hyde Art Gallery, Fremont, California 1982 12th International Sculpture Conference-Pro Arts Oakland/San Francisco, CA Corporate Art Placement Programs: Hatley Martin Gallery, San Francisco, California Art Programs, Inc., San Francisco, California San Jose institute of Contemporary Art, San Jose, California Publications: The California Art Review Les Krantz, 1989
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Artist: Doris Warner
Venus, Modern Abstract Figurative Sculpture #37
Venus, Modern Abstract Figurative Sculpture #37

Venus, Modern Abstract Figurative Sculpture #37

By Doris Warner

Located in Soquel, CA

Wonderful small scale abstract figurative stone Venus sculpture by Doris Ann Warner (American, 1925-2010), 1975. A highly abstracted female form is expressed through the organic, fl...

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1970s Modern Doris Warner Figurative Sculptures

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Vintage Abstract Figurative Modern Alabaster Sculpture -- Torso of Woman #106
Vintage Abstract Figurative Modern Alabaster Sculpture -- Torso of Woman #106

Vintage Abstract Figurative Modern Alabaster Sculpture -- Torso of Woman #106

By Doris Warner

Located in Soquel, CA

Modern abstract sculpture of a woman's torso, signed and dated Warner in stone and marker pen, "Warner '80" and "Warner #106". Dimensions: 16"L x 11"W x 9"H. Listed artist Doris Ann...

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Bronze Sculpture -- California Shorebird in the Waves

Bronze Sculpture -- California Shorebird in the Waves

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Abstract alabaster sculpture by Doris Ann Warner (American, 1925-2010). Inscribed "Warner '80" and numbered #103 on verso. Measures 14"H x 19"W x 11"D. First achieving recognition...

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Alabaster Torso #76

Doris WarnerAlabaster Torso #76, 1979

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Find a wide variety of authentic Doris Warner figurative sculptures available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Doris Warner in stone, alabaster, sandstone and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large Doris Warner figurative sculptures, so small editions measuring 4 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Tom Binger, David Adickes, and Jose Zacarias. Doris Warner figurative sculptures prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,000 and tops out at $3,650, while the average work can sell for $2,825.