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Bronze Sculpture for Sale

The technique of creating bronze sculptures has remained largely unchanged since ancient times. Sculptors begin by molding the subject in wax, then encase it in clay, before pouring molten bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, into the mold. Once the bronze cools, the clay is broken away, leaving the bronze sculpture behind. This time-tested process allows for high levels of detail, making bronze a highly valued material for sculptors, particularly for outdoor works due to its robustness and resistance to the elements. Additionally, bronze sculptures can be enhanced with patinas, which give them a range of color nuances, adding to their appeal and uniqueness.

Bronze is one of the oldest materials used in art, dating back to around 2800 BC, when it was first used to create tools and sculptures in ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, and China. In Mesopotamia, bronze was used to represent animals in sacred art, while in Egypt, it was used to personify gods and create small statues for tombs. However, it was in ancient Greece where the material truly flourished, as craftsmen began to create remarkably lifelike human figures and deities. This innovation cemented bronze's place in the history of art, with many Greek works being imported to Rome. In Rome, the demand for bronze sculptures grew, and the production of bronze statues became a popular way to decorate theatres and the homes of the wealthy.

As Christianity rose to prominence, the focus shifted to church decorations, leading to the replacement of bronze sculptures with stone carvings. It wasn't until the 14th century that the art form experienced a revival, with the rediscovery of bronze masterpieces during archaeological excavations in Italy. This resurgence continued into the 15th century, when artists like Filippo Brunelleschi and Lorenzo Ghiberti used bronze to decorate the Florence Baptistery doors, marking the beginning of the Renaissance. Donatello, influenced by Roman art, was a pioneer in conveying emotion through bronze sculptures, followed by his pupil, Andrea del Verrocchio, who also trained Leonardo da Vinci. As the Renaissance spread across Europe, bronze sculptures became highly sought after, particularly in Italy, where artists competed to produce the most impressive works.

The 16th century saw the Flemish sculptor Jean de Bologne rise to prominence as the master of bronze sculpture, and his influence played a key role in spreading the technique across Europe. In France, however, the demand for bronze sculptures fluctuated with the political regime, especially during the reign of Louis XIV, when sculptors were commissioned to create bronze works to decorate the royal court, including the grand halls of Versailles.

The 19th century saw a revival of bronze sculpture, with artists like Auguste Rodin and Camille Claudel pushing the boundaries of the medium. The 20th century saw further innovation, with movements like Cubism and Art Deco incorporating bronze into their works. While bronze is a heavy and expensive material, which can make it less accessible for collectors, contemporary artists continue to use it for large-scale, striking sculptures. On Artsper, you can find bronze works by renowned contemporary artists such as Giuseppe Penone, Alberto Giacometti, César Baldaccini, and Philippe Pasqua. From Giacometti's surreal, elongated figures to the whimsical butterflies and still-life sculptures of Pasqua, bronze continues to captivate with its enduring appeal, blending tradition and innovation in the modern art world.

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Sculpture, Baboune, Marine De Soos

Baboune

Marine De Soos

Sculpture - 41 x 34 x 13.5 cm Sculpture - 16.1 x 13.4 x 5.3 inch

$11,583

Sculpture, Le kiosque, Lisbeth Delisle

Le kiosque

Lisbeth Delisle

Sculpture - 43 x 32 x 32 cm Sculpture - 16.9 x 12.6 x 12.6 inch

$29,250

Sculpture, Mamamia, Lisbeth Delisle

Mamamia

Lisbeth Delisle

Sculpture - 51 x 41 x 30 cm Sculpture - 20.1 x 16.1 x 11.8 inch

$23,400

Sculpture, De Hangmat, Dirk De Keyzer

De Hangmat

Dirk De Keyzer

Sculpture - 206 x 150 x 90 cm Sculpture - 81.1 x 59.1 x 35.4 inch

$45,045

Sculpture, Hariette, Dirk De Keyzer

Hariette

Dirk De Keyzer

Sculpture - 84 x 20 x 30 cm Sculpture - 33.1 x 7.9 x 11.8 inch

$15,151

Sculpture, Alexandros, Eric Liot

Alexandros

Eric Liot

Sculpture - 80 x 55 x 50 cm Sculpture - 31.5 x 21.7 x 19.7 inch

$29,250

Sculpture, Tortue, Jean Lemonnier

Tortue

Jean Lemonnier

Sculpture - 35 x 29 x 37 cm Sculpture - 13.8 x 11.4 x 14.6 inch

$7,020

Sculpture, Le grand chef, Eric Liot

Le grand chef

Eric Liot

Sculpture - 135 x 78 x 82 cm Sculpture - 53.1 x 30.7 x 32.3 inch

$77,219

Sculpture, Athéna, Eric Liot

Athéna

Eric Liot

Sculpture - 99 x 48 x 30 cm Sculpture - 39 x 18.9 x 11.8 inch

$21,060

Sculpture, Grand Chef, Eric Liot

Grand Chef

Eric Liot

Sculpture - 76 x 50 x 36 cm Sculpture - 29.9 x 19.7 x 14.2 inch

$25,740

Sculpture, Casque bleu, Eric Liot

Casque bleu

Eric Liot

Sculpture - 110 x 35 x 37 cm Sculpture - 43.3 x 13.8 x 14.6 inch

$18,720

Sculpture, Looping, Michèle Chast

Looping

Michèle Chast

Sculpture - 45.5 x 31 x 23 cm Sculpture - 17.9 x 12.2 x 9.1 inch

$14,040

Sculpture, Our shadow, K R Nariman

Our shadow

K R Nariman

Sculpture - 25 x 25 x 35 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 9.8 x 13.8 inch

$4,095

Sculpture, Sister, Jürgen Lingl

Sister

Jürgen Lingl

Sculpture - 62 x 30 x 41 cm Sculpture - 24.4 x 11.8 x 16.1 inch

$17,316

Sculpture, Figur, Peter Wittstadt

Figur

Peter Wittstadt

Sculpture - 24 x 13 x 12 cm Sculpture - 9.4 x 5.1 x 4.7 inch

$2,106

Sculpture, Damsel, Nnamdi Okonkwo

Damsel

Nnamdi Okonkwo

Sculpture - 25.4 x 30.5 x 25.4 cm Sculpture - 10 x 12 x 10 inch

$5,400

Sculpture, Panda Bamboo, Petra Dorst

Panda Bamboo

Petra Dorst

Sculpture - 70 x 40 x 40 cm Sculpture - 27.6 x 15.7 x 15.7 inch

$15,795

Sculpture, Sky in Love, Petra Dorst

Sky in Love

Petra Dorst

Sculpture - 150 x 50 x 50 cm Sculpture - 59.1 x 19.7 x 19.7 inch

$44,460

Sculpture, Fly, Eléonore de Moffarts

Fly

Eléonore de Moffarts

Sculpture - 100 x 80 x 32 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 31.5 x 12.6 inch

$11,466

Sculpture, Birdy, Alexandre Mijatovic

Birdy

Alexandre Mijatovic

Sculpture - 40 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$7,722

Sculpture, Panthera, Jürgen Lingl

Panthera

Jürgen Lingl

Sculpture - 43 x 45 x 25 cm Sculpture - 16.9 x 17.7 x 9.8 inch

$16,380

Sculpture, Our shadow, K R Nariman

Our shadow

K R Nariman

Sculpture - 25 x 35 x 25 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 13.8 x 9.8 inch

$5,733

Sculpture, Boom!, Poren Huang

Boom!

Poren Huang

Sculpture - 50 x 43 x 33 cm Sculpture - 19.7 x 16.9 x 13 inch

$13,100

Sculpture, Overgrown, Gyp Mills

Overgrown

Gyp Mills

Sculpture - 55.9 x 38.1 x 27.9 cm Sculpture - 22 x 15 x 11 inch

$6,435

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Sculpture, König, Nando Kallweit

König

Nando Kallweit

Sculpture - 26 x 7 x 4 cm Sculpture - 10.2 x 2.8 x 1.6 inch

$800

Need help with Bronze Sculpture for Sale ?
How is a bronze sculpture made?

Bronze sculptures are made from a series of wax molds, into which the sculptor pours melted bronze to create the final sculpture.

Why is bronze used for sculptures?

Bronze is used for sculptures because it expands just before it hardens, resulting in the accentuation of fine details. The bronze then shrinks slightly as it cools down, which makes it easy to remove the cast. 

How can you tell if a sculpture is bronze?

You can tell if a sculpture is bronze by testing if a magnet sticks to it, as iron is magnetic. Bronze also does not have the ability to rust, so a bronze sculpture will not have signs of corrosion on its surface.