Wire Sculpture for Sale

Explore the captivating artistry of wire sculpture, where metal is transformed into fluid, expressive forms through masterful bending and shaping. This dynamic sculptural medium allows artists to craft intricate, lightweight creations that merge line drawing with three-dimensional space. From delicate, lace-like figures to bold, large-scale installations, wire sculptures offer an extraordinary range of artistic expression.

Wire's flexibility and versatility make it a favored medium for both emerging and established artists. Contemporary artists such as Gavin Worth, known for his elegant, gestural wire portraits, and Benedetta Mori Ubaldini, celebrated for her ethereal, floating wire installations, push the boundaries of what this material can achieve. Whether sculpting abstract compositions, human figures, or nature-inspired designs, artists bring movement and depth to their pieces, playing with shadows and negative space to create visually striking effects.

With its raw industrial appeal and minimalist aesthetic, wire sculpture is perfectly suited for modern art collections and contemporary interiors. Collectors appreciate the medium's ability to convey both fragility and strength, transforming simple metal into expressive, emotive works of art. Whether you are drawn to delicate wire portraits, dynamic animal figures, or monumental wire installations, each piece captures an essence of spontaneity and craftsmanship.

Wire sculpture continues to evolve, merging with other disciplines such as kinetic art and light installations, expanding its presence in both gallery spaces and public art. Discover Artsper's curated selection of wire sculptures from renowned contemporary artists, where metal takes on new life through innovation and creativity. Whether you are a seasoned collector or an art lover exploring this unique medium, wire sculpture offers a fresh perspective on contemporary sculpture, redefining space, form, and artistic expression.

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Sculpture, Tubes, Arman

Tubes

Arman

Sculpture - 52 x 42 x 5 cm Sculpture - 20.5 x 16.5 x 2 inch

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Sculpture, Purpose, Karen Akhikyan

Purpose

Karen Akhikyan

Sculpture - 25 x 24 x 10 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 9.4 x 3.9 inch

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Sculpture, Mine, Karen Akhikyan

Mine

Karen Akhikyan

Sculpture - 40 x 13 x 13 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 5.1 x 5.1 inch

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Sculpture, Fault, Karen Akhikyan

Fault

Karen Akhikyan

Sculpture - 37 x 14 x 60 cm Sculpture - 14.6 x 5.5 x 23.6 inch

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Sculpture, Process #3, Lana Matsuyama

Process #3

Lana Matsuyama

Sculpture - 30 x 30 x 22 cm Sculpture - 11.8 x 11.8 x 8.7 inch

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Sculpture, Monica, JM Collell

Monica

JM Collell

Sculpture - 122 x 96 x 5 cm Sculpture - 48 x 37.8 x 2 inch

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Sculpture, Kate, JM Collell

Kate

JM Collell

Sculpture - 126 x 96 x 5 cm Sculpture - 49.6 x 37.8 x 2 inch

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Sculpture, Aura, Susila Bailey-Bond

Aura

Susila Bailey-Bond

Sculpture - 82 x 82 x 10 cm Sculpture - 32.3 x 32.3 x 3.9 inch

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Need help with Wire Sculpture ?
How do you make a wire sculpture?

Wire sculptures are typically made by bending pieces of wire into a desired form, often with the aid of specialist tools. 

Which wires are used for sculpting?

Sculptors usually use premium wire to construct their sculptures, which is often made from aluminium or copper. 

When was wire sculpture invented?

Wire sculptures have existed since ancient times, possibly being created in Egypt as early as 3000BC.