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Tabletop Bird Sculpture in the Manner of Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Kansas City, MO
Tabletop bird sculpture. Steel and wire with applied patina. Unsigned, but very much in the style
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wire, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Studio Pottery Bull Sculpture in Green Glaze Signed
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
collectors of unique ceramics, animal sculptures, or mid-century studio pottery.
A wonderful combination of
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Brutalist Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Sculpture in Patinated Bronze by Christophe Fratin, Napoleon III Period.
By Christophe Fratin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture in patinated bronze by Christophe Fratin, 19th century, Napoleon III period.
Sculpture
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture of Pelicans in Patinated Bronze, Contemporary Art, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture in patinated bronze representing a couple of pelicans, contemporary art, 21st century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture Golden Tooth in Gilded Bronze, Contemporary Art, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture golden tooth in gilded bronze, contemporary art, 21st century.
Gilded bronze sculpture
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Large Deco sculpture of a panther in Murano glass, 1940s
Located in Parma, IT
Deco' panther sculpture in blown Murano glass from the 1940s.
Transparent glass base, stylised
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
1980s Bronze Fish Sculpture for Fountain in Antique Green Finish
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Bronze Fish Sculpture for Fountain in Antique Green Finish
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
The Leopard and Baboon rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
Leopard & Baboon Rider Sculpture
Handcrafted Ceramic – One of a Kind
An irresistibly playful and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Frog Sculpture Figurine in Glazed Rerra Cotta signed Ceccarelli Italy
By Ceccarelli
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Frog Sculpture Figurine in Glazed Rerra Cotta signed Ceccarelli Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
"Peacock in Purple and White", 1950s Porcelain Sculpture w/ Sgraffito Decoration
By Waylande Gregory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of sculptures and wares in ceramic during his years working with Lorado Taft and later for WPA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
21st Century Upupa Sculpture in Multicolour by Toni Zuccheri
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in murano, IT
In 1964, the creativity of Toni Zuccheri conceived it with dark wings, ruffled red feathers, and golden leaves adorning its bright Red crown. Its appearance strikes the eye, capturin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
21st Century Fischione Sculpture in Black by Toni Zuccheri
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in murano, IT
The male has darker feathers, while the female features bright accents of colour, but they both have a skilfully ground black head. The two wigeon specimens designed by Toni Zuccheri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
21st Century Anatra Sculpture in Multicolour by Toni Zuccheri
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in murano, IT
Exuberant and lively, the duck gazes at the viewers and catches their attention, almost inviting them to stare back: it is so beautiful they can’t look away. If only Toni Zuccheri’s ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Murano Vintage Double Fish Swim In Algae Italian Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight
By Cenedese, Riccardo Licata
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso double fish aquarium Italian art glass sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
21st Century Pavoncella Sculpture in Multicolour by Toni Zuccheri
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in murano, IT
Mother Nature gave it a striped appearance with hints of brown, black, white and green. A crest playfully sticks up on its head. For his bestiary, Toni Zuccheri captured its restless...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Abraham Palatnik, Bird, Kinetic Sculpture in Acrylic Resin, Brazil, c. 1960
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in PARIS, FR
yellow and black
It is part of the series of animal sculptures that Abraham Palatnik made from the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Kinetic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Resin
Ceramic Zebra Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a captivating ceramic Zebra sculpture from South Africa. Hand-sculpted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
1980s Bronze Sculpture "Cervidae in Nature" - Signed by Corsini and Numbered
Located in Marbella, ES
Impressive bronze sculpture that represents a majestic couple of deer in the middle of nature. The
Category
Late 20th Century European Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Lion And Cub Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
, this ceramic Lion sculpture measures 5 inches high, 9 inches in length, and 9 inches wide. Designed by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Arne Tjomsland Modernist Carved Polar Bear Sculpture in Teak, Norway
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in St. Louis, MO
Arne Tjomsland Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern carved teak Polar Bear sculpture , marked Norway
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Baccarat Crystal Koala Bear Sculpture in Tree, French, 20th Century
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Baccarat Crystal Koala Bear in Tree sculpture.
Category
20th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Italian black panther sculpture in thick wood. Italy 1980s
Located in Catania, CT
Italian sculpture in wood portraying a black panther. The head can be rotated in different
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Bronze Lion Sculpture Statue, Nubian Lioness, in the style of Rembrandt Bugatti
By Rembrandt Bugatti
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
majestic stillness of a wild predator observed in nature. This sculpture combines anatomical precision with
Category
Early 20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Ceramic Sculpture of a Parrot - Ronzan Made in Italy
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
-painted sculpture shows exquisite craftsmanship, with an anatomically refined form and a rich
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Archimede Seguso sculpture in Murano glass
Sfumato oro
circa 1950.
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible Archimede Seguso Murano glass sculpture in "sfumato oro" bird circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of American Midcentury Bronze Pig Sculptures in Dark Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American bronze pig sculptures from circa 1950-1970 in dark patina. These charming
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Simba Lioness Sculpture in Frosted Crystal by Lalique of France
By Lalique
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous "Simba" lioness sculpture in frosted crystal by Lalique of France, circa 1990s. The piece
Category
Late 20th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Archimede Seguso "sfumato oro" sculpture in Murano glass circa 1950
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible sculpture in Murano glass by Archimede Seguso "sfumato oro" circa 1950 in perfect
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian International Style Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Penguin and goldfish Sculpture, Handmade in Italy original vintage
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
Sculpture in Original Murano Glass, crystal penguin with goldfish detail, Italy in stock
A rare and
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Armillary Sphere 01 Mixed Media Sculpture in Two Pieces, Thierry Despont
By Thierry Despont
Located in New York, NY
accomplished artist. Some of his most interesting works are a series of sculptures fashioned out of found—often
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Sculpture in Patinated Plaster by the Artist Capovani, Early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture in Patinated Plaster by the Artist Capovani, Early 20th Century.
Animal sculpture
Category
Early 20th Century European Napoleon III Animal Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Brazilian Modern Sculpture of a Horse in Resin, Abraham Palatinik, 1960s
By Abraham Palatnik
Located in New York, NY
different animals, each with sleek, flat silhouettes. Original label on bottom.
The sculpture is featured
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Resin
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Sculpture vintage Murano glass green swordfish artistic Italy in stock
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
Sculpture in Murano glass, green Swordfish with crystal details, Italy in stock
Dimensions: L 27
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Beautiful Sculpture of Goat carved in wood by Israeli Artist
Located in Mexico, DF
Beautiful robust sculpture of a Goat carved from a solid mahogany block by an Israeli artist (the
Category
Mid-20th Century Israeli Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Materials
Mahogany
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Swan Sculpture Artistic Murano glass Silver decorations, Italy in stock vintage
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
Swan Sculpture in Crystal Murano glass with Silver decorations, Italy in stock
Dimensions: L 16 cm
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Murano Glass Penguin and goldfish Sculpture, Handmade in Italy original vintage
By Formia Murano
Located in Venezia, IT
Penguin Sculpture in clear Murano glass, with goldfish detail, made in Italy and currently in stock
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Antique Sacred Cow Sculpture in Carved Sandstone from Hindu Temple
Located in Kastrup, DK
17-18h century sandstone sculpture depicting a hindu sacred cow.
From hindu temple in India or
Category
Antique 17th Century Indian Other Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Decorative Set of 3 Sculptures Shaped, in Brass, France, 1970s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a set of 3 sculptures representind ducks from the 1970s.
It has been made in France.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Cubic Sculpture Owls Red Clay Glazed in Yellow and Black
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Cubic sculpture Owls
Red clay glazed in yellow and black
W 18 x H 18 x D 7
Signature on the back
Category
Vintage 1970s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Rabbit Sculpture in Welded Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel by Julian Mayor
Located in Geneve, CH
Rabbit Sculpture in Welded Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel by Julian Mayor
Limited Edition of 3
Category
2010s British Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bird Sculpture in Welded Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel by Julian Mayor
Located in Geneve, CH
Bird Sculpture in Welded Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel by Julian Mayor
Limited Edition of 5 + 2AP
Category
2010s British Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Roger Guerin Unique Sculpture in White Glazed Ceramic, Tiger Head
Located in København, Copenhagen
Roger Guerin (1896-1954). Unique sculpture in white glazed ceramic. Tiger head.
circa 1960s.
In
Category
Vintage 1960s French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Roger Guerin, Unique Sculpture in Black Glazed Ceramic, Tiger Head
Located in København, Copenhagen
Roger Guerin (1896-1954). Unique sculpture in black glazed ceramic. Tiger head.
Approx. 1960s.
In
Category
Vintage 1960s French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Abstract Hand-Carved African Owl Sculpture in Marble by Ernest Chiwaridzo
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice abstract African marble owl sculpture by noted Zimbabwean artist, Ernest Chiwaridzo
Category
Late 20th Century Zimbabwean Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Set/3 Animals, Calacatta Bianco Marble, Handmade by Lusitanus Home
By Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
.
Handcrafted animal sculptures in Calacatta Bianco Marble, designed to enhance your home decor. A creative work
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Cubist Cat Sculpture in Cream Enamel on Brown Rectilinear Base
Located in New York, NY
This captivating Art Deco cubist cat sculpture, crafted circa 1935, showcases a bold and stylized
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Enamel
Brutalist sculpture in welded and patinated copper and brass - Jarc - 1970
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Brutalist sculpture in welded and patinated copper and brass, depicting a stylized animal. Created
Category
Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$541 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Sculpture in Gilded Metal, Modern Design in the Shape of a Crocodile Skull
Located in København, Copenhagen
Unknown French sculptor. Large sculpture in gilded metal - modern design in the shape of a
Category
20th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Willy Daro Attributed Stone Peacock Sculpture in Vibrant Gilt Metal
By Willy Daro
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Amazing peacock sculpture attributed to Willy Daro. Great agate stone feathers surrounded by gilt
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Agate
Contemporary Large Rabbit Sculpture in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Rabbit Sculpture
Black Lacquer
Antique Copper
Hand Repoussé
Copper Base
Limited Edition
Category
2010s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Granite Sculpture of a Sphinx in the Taste of Ancient Egypt.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Granite sculpture of a Sphinx in the taste of ancient Egypt, 20th century.
Granite sculpture of a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Egyptian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Granite
Black Ceramic Cat Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, in the Style of Vallauris
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large handcrafted black ceramic cat sculpture from the mid-20th century, in the style of Vallauris
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Earthenware Pig Sculpture from Bavent in Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A great looking late 19th century French pig sculpture in earthenware from Bavent in Normandy. The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
The Sable and Rabbit rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
Sable & Rabbit Rider Sculpture
Handmade Ceramic – One of a Kind
This whimsical ceramic sculpture
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Porcelain Dog Sculpture in form of a Bloodhound 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sculpture, anonymous,
Italy 1950s.
Glazed clay.
Representing a bloodhound.
Measurements:
H: 86
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Contemporary Penguin Sculpture in Copper and White Bronze by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Penguin sculpture
Black copper
White bronze
Hand repoussé
Limited edition
Repoussé is the
Category
2010s Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Contemporary Shang Design Carved Frog Sculpture in Crystal by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shang Design Carved Frog Sculpture
Crystal
Hand Carved
Limited Edition
Crystal Inclusions Vary
Each
Category
2010s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
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Animals In Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of animals in sculpture you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, ceramic and bronze, every item from our selection of animals in sculpture was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of animals in sculpture, we have 662 options in-stock, while there are 145 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of animals in sculpture, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of animals in sculpture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Curtis Jere, Mosche Bianche and Lalique produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Animals In Sculpture?
The average selling price for a piece of animals in sculpture at 1stDibs is $1,542, while they’re typically $53 on the low end and $101,825 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Animal-sculptures for You
Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.
Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.
In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.
Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.
Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.
Questions About Animals In Sculpture
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Rosa Bonheur painted animals because she had a deep love for them. The French artist also produced realistic sculptures depicting various animals. Animals were a part of her daily life, as she had many pets, including lions, sheep, horses and gazelles. You'll find a range of Rosa Bonheur art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The most famous animal sculptor of all time is arguably Antoine-Louis Barye. The French artist was acclaimed not only for his skill but also as the founder of what became known as the French Animalier School. Barye's specialty was wild game such as lions, tigers and elephants, but he also created equestrian groups and mythological figures, typically in bronze. In order to realistically depict animal anatomy, he spent much time at the Jardin des Plantes menagerie in Paris. Explore a variety of Antoine-Louis Barye sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 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 abstract sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Abstract sculptures do not depict real objects.
- 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. - 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Are bronze sculptures cast?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, bronze sculptures are indeed cast. The sculptures are made by pouring the molten metal into a cast or mold, and leaving it to set. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of bronze sculptures from top sellers around the world.
- Can tusk be used for sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, ivory tusks can be used for sculptures and figurines. However, the U.S. and many other countries have banned the import of ivory, meaning many artists no longer work with the material. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sculptures from some of the world's top galleries.
- Does KAWS make his sculptures?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, artist Brian Donnelly, known professionally as KAWS, does make his own art. He admits he has a regimented schedule now that he has children, and finds that this has made him more productive, allowing him to focus on sculptures and paintings in the mornings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024How KAWS makes his sculptures varies. The New Jersey-born artist Brian “KAWS” Donnelly works with a variety of materials, including fiberglass, wood and bronze. By mixing up his techniques and experimenting with different mediums, KAWS can incorporate various colors and textures into his sculptures, figures and toys, and continues to innovate his practice.
In 1999, KAWS partnered with Bounty Hunter, a Japanese toy and streetwear brand, to release his first toy. Companion was the first of more than 130 toy designs, which came to include such characters as Chum, Blitz, Be@rbrick, BFF and Milo, each immediately recognizable as KAWS figures by their XX eyes. Fans have proved insatiable (and counterfeiters have since taken notice).
In 2017, MoMA’s online store announced the availability of a limited supply of KAWS Companion figures; as avid collectors logged on to stake their claim, the website crashed — multiple times.
Find authentic KAWS art on 1stDibs.
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