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Portrait Sculpture for Sale

What better way to represent a person than in three dimensions? Portrait sculpture is an artistic discipline that goes beyond simple drawing or painting, allowing the artist to capture not only physical features but also the soul and emotion of a subject. More detailed than a painted portrait, it brings the face to life with striking realism, making each artwork unique and timeless.

Since antiquity, particularly with the masterpieces in bronze and stone from classical Greece, to contemporary creations in resin or terracotta, portrait sculptures have remained an essential artistic practice. Many sculptors, inspired by Auguste Rodin, have pushed the boundaries of sculpture modeling, playing with textures and materials to reveal the full complexity of a sculpted portrait.

The process of bust sculpture often begins with clay modeling, a technique that offers great creative freedom. Starting from a live model, the artist shapes a three-dimensional sketch before moving on to molding. The creation of a bust mold passing is a crucial step in transforming clay into a more durable material, such as bronze sculpture or terracotta bust. This progression, from the initial bust project to the final artwork, highlights the skill and patience required to create an exceptional sculpture.

From classical sculptures to more modern interpretations, portrait sculpture remains a fascinating and ever-evolving art form. Whether it's a majestic bronze bust, a minimalist contemporary sculpture, or an experimental clay sculpture, each piece tells a unique story. Sculpted portraits offer a fresh perspective on the human figure, exploring various forms and textures.

Discover a rich and diverse collection that blends tradition and modernity, and let yourself be captivated by the evocative power of portrait sculpture!

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Sculpture, Tete, Béatrice Fernando

Tete

Béatrice Fernando

Sculpture - 28 x 20 x 11 cm Sculpture - 11 x 7.9 x 4.3 inch

$1,287

Sculpture, Renga, Rene Rikkelman

Renga

Rene Rikkelman

Sculpture - 54 x 37 x 37 cm Sculpture - 21.3 x 14.6 x 14.6 inch

$13,455

Sculpture, Napoleon, Petr Kuba

Napoleon

Petr Kuba

Sculpture - 27.8 x 16 x 6 cm Sculpture - 10.9 x 6.3 x 2.4 inch

$3,498

Sculpture, Manon, Martine Lee

Manon

Martine Lee

Sculpture - 20 x 12 x 13 cm Sculpture - 7.9 x 4.7 x 5.1 inch

$2,001

Sculpture, Motion Alone, Paul Insect

Motion Alone

Paul Insect

Sculpture - 43 x 35 x 7 cm Sculpture - 16.9 x 13.8 x 2.8 inch

$5,265

Sculpture, Pop Singer, Larry Rivers

Pop Singer

Larry Rivers

Sculpture - 43.2 x 35.6 x 2.5 cm Sculpture - 17 x 14 x 1 inch

$5,000

Sculpture, Audrey, Laurence Nolleau

Audrey

Laurence Nolleau

Sculpture - 110 x 110 x 5 cm Sculpture - 43.3 x 43.3 x 2 inch

$7,000

Sculpture, Untitled 2, Layla Dagher

Untitled 2

Layla Dagher

Sculpture - 20 x 20 x 1 cm Sculpture - 7.9 x 7.9 x 0.4 inch

$2,000

Sculpture, La Communista, Mikka

La Communista

Mikka

Sculpture - 43.8 x 29.9 x 17.8 cm Sculpture - 17.2 x 11.8 x 7 inch

$5,733

Sculpture, Iggy Pop, Viza

Iggy Pop

Viza

Sculpture - 111 x 89 x 2 cm Sculpture - 43.7 x 35 x 0.8 inch

$2,340

Sculpture, Red Picasso, Yuval Mahler

Red Picasso

Yuval Mahler

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

$1,901

Sculpture, Head in head, Mark Jenkins

Head in head

Mark Jenkins

Sculpture - 25.7 x 12.7 x 9.6 cm Sculpture - 10.1 x 5 x 3.8 inch

$2,340

Sculpture, Geai, Marie Baslé

Geai

Marie Baslé

Sculpture - 23 x 11 x 11 cm Sculpture - 9.1 x 4.3 x 4.3 inch

$819

Sculpture, Samurai, Iwi Lahcen

Samurai

Iwi Lahcen

Sculpture - 170 x 90 x 90 cm Sculpture - 66.9 x 35.4 x 35.4 inch

$23,400

Sculpture, Cebu, Ladamenrouge

Cebu

Ladamenrouge

Sculpture - 120 x 98 x 18 cm Sculpture - 47.2 x 38.6 x 7.1 inch

$1,989

Sculpture, Ballerina, Valay Shende

Ballerina

Valay Shende

Sculpture - 122 x 47 x 40 cm Sculpture - 48 x 18.5 x 15.7 inch

$76,049

Sculpture, Le lecteur, Claire Boris

Le lecteur

Claire Boris

Sculpture - 173 x 30 x 27 cm Sculpture - 68.1 x 11.8 x 10.6 inch

$5,616

Sculpture, Untitled, Alain Berckvitz

Untitled

Alain Berckvitz

Sculpture - 58 x 40 x 1 cm Sculpture - 22.8 x 15.7 x 0.4 inch

$1,053

Sculpture, Together, K R Nariman

Together

K R Nariman

Sculpture - 15 x 25 x 20 cm Sculpture - 5.9 x 9.8 x 7.9 inch

$5,499

Sculpture, Head of Man, Amedeo Bocchi

Head of Man

Amedeo Bocchi

Sculpture - 30 x 19 x 11 cm Sculpture - 11.8 x 7.5 x 4.3 inch

$7,020

Sculpture, Toréador, José Pirès

Toréador

José Pirès

Sculpture - 42 x 13 x 13 cm Sculpture - 16.5 x 5.1 x 5.1 inch

$456

Sculpture, Arawn, Elizabeth Cibot

Arawn

Elizabeth Cibot

Sculpture - 36 x 24 x 20 cm Sculpture - 14.2 x 9.4 x 7.9 inch

$6,903

Sculpture, Manon, Will Budgett

Manon

Will Budgett

Sculpture - 65 x 43 x 43 cm Sculpture - 25.6 x 16.9 x 16.9 inch

$4,738

Sculpture, Equilibre / Balance, Vyki

Equilibre / Balance

Vyki

Sculpture - 210 x 110 x 60 cm Sculpture - 82.7 x 43.3 x 23.6 inch

$19,890

Sculpture, Maya, Afat One

Maya

Afat One

Sculpture - 89 x 43 x 34 cm Sculpture - 35 x 16.9 x 13.4 inch

$12,168

Sculpture, Mother, Jürgen Lingl

Mother

Jürgen Lingl

Sculpture - 59 x 35 x 38 cm Sculpture - 23.2 x 13.8 x 15 inch

$21,645

Sculpture, Victory, Adolfo Wildt

Victory

Adolfo Wildt

Sculpture - 32 x 41 x 16 cm Sculpture - 12.6 x 16.1 x 6.3 inch

$11,115

Sculpture, Somptueuse, Déesse

Somptueuse

Déesse

Sculpture - 42 x 7 x 5 cm Sculpture - 16.5 x 2.8 x 2 inch

$579

Sculpture, Lumière, Claude Justamon

Lumière

Claude Justamon

Sculpture - 45 x 25 x 18 cm Sculpture - 17.7 x 9.8 x 7.1 inch

$10,881

Sculpture, Sherish, Gillian Brett

Sherish

Gillian Brett

Sculpture - 16 x 13 x 17 cm Sculpture - 6.3 x 5.1 x 6.7 inch

$1,238

Sculpture, Hourglass, Osamu Tanimoto

Hourglass

Osamu Tanimoto

Sculpture - 25 x 17 x 15 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 6.7 x 5.9 inch

$468

Sculpture, Homme Un, Jacques Soulard

Homme Un

Jacques Soulard

Sculpture - 33 x 33 x 33 cm Sculpture - 13 x 13 x 13 inch

$14,976

Sculpture, La Gaiete, Rietje Geurts

La Gaiete

Rietje Geurts

Sculpture - 43 x 22 x 19 cm Sculpture - 16.9 x 8.7 x 7.5 inch

$7,020

Sculpture, Dear Dita, JM Collell

Dear Dita

JM Collell

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

$6,435

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No Need To Hide

tizlu

Painting - 40 x 40 x 1.5 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch

$1,381 $1,161

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We Need You!

tizlu

Fine Art Drawings - 60 x 40 x 1.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch

$1,872 $1,685

Print, Untiteled, JM Robert

Untiteled

JM Robert

Print - 65 x 50 x 1 cm Print - 25.6 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

$936

Need help with Portrait Sculpture for Sale ?
What are some famous examples of portrait sculpture throughout history?

Some famous examples of portrait sculpture throughout history include the bust of Nefertiti from ancient Egypt, the Terracotta Army in China, Michelangelo's David in Italy, and Rodin's The Thinker in France. These sculptures are renowned for their artistic and historical significance, and continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.

What materials are commonly used in creating portrait sculptures?

Common materials used in creating portrait sculptures include clay, bronze, marble, and wood. These materials offer different textures and finishes, allowing artists to create unique and lifelike representations of their subjects.

How do artists approach capturing the likeness and personality of their subjects in portrait sculpture?

Artists approach capturing the likeness and personality of their subjects in portrait sculpture by studying their features, expressions, and body language. They use various techniques such as sketching, measuring, and sculpting to create a realistic and accurate representation of the subject. The goal is to capture not just their physical appearance but also their essence and character.

What is the most famous portrait sculpture in the world?
The bust of Nefertiti, a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian art, is considered the most famous portrait sculpture in the world. Displayed at the Neues Museum in Berlin, it fascinates with its delicate features and timeless realism.
What do you call a portrait in sculpture?
A portrait sculpture is called a bust when it represents the head and upper torso. If it is a complete representation of a person, it is called a statue.
What are the different types of sculptures?
The main types of sculpture are sculpture in the round, bas-relief, high-relief, and installation. They can be made of bronze, stone, wood, metal, ceramic, or contemporary materials.
What is the most famous portrait?
The most famous portrait in the world is undoubtedly the Mona Lisa, painted by Leonardo da Vinci around 1503. Exhibited at the Louvre Museum, this work fascinates with its enigmatic smile and captivating gaze.