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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, Maître chat, Lolek

Maître chat

Lolek

Sculpture - 55 x 65 x 39 cm Sculpture - 21.7 x 25.6 x 15.4 inch

£8,583

Sculpture, Grand Funky, Lolek

Grand Funky

Lolek

Sculpture - 32.5 x 55 x 23 cm Sculpture - 12.8 x 21.7 x 9.1 inch

£6,043

Sculpture, Cha'zen, Lolek

Cha'zen

Lolek

Sculpture - 47 x 37 x 39 cm Sculpture - 18.5 x 14.6 x 15.4 inch

£6,831

Sculpture, Grand teckel, Lolek

Grand teckel

Lolek

Sculpture - 33 x 57 x 21 cm Sculpture - 13 x 22.4 x 8.3 inch

£6,043

Sculpture, Cha'moureux, Lolek

Cha'moureux

Lolek

Sculpture - 68 x 49 x 19 cm Sculpture - 26.8 x 19.3 x 7.5 inch

£6,043

Sculpture, Grand Cha'mignon, Lolek

Grand Cha'mignon

Lolek

Sculpture - 57 x 40 x 18 cm Sculpture - 22.4 x 15.7 x 7.1 inch

£4,729

Sculpture, Quadriga, Petar Iliev

Quadriga

Petar Iliev

Sculpture - 21 x 28 x 38 cm Sculpture - 8.3 x 11 x 15 inch

£2,934

Sculpture, The cat, Sylvie Gaudissart

The cat

Sylvie Gaudissart

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

£2,452

Sculpture, Happiness, Gor Avetisyan

Happiness

Gor Avetisyan

Sculpture - 48 x 34 x 18 cm Sculpture - 18.9 x 13.4 x 7.1 inch

£1,743

Sculpture, La Dégustation, Etienne

La Dégustation

Etienne

Sculpture - 18.5 x 13 x 20 cm Sculpture - 7.3 x 5.1 x 7.9 inch

£14,512

Sculpture, Tchin Tchin, Etienne

Tchin Tchin

Etienne

Sculpture - 16 x 15 x 17 cm Sculpture - 6.3 x 5.9 x 6.7 inch

£11,210

Sculpture, Guitarist II, Petar Iliev

Guitarist II

Petar Iliev

Sculpture - 28.5 x 18 x 8 cm Sculpture - 11.2 x 7.1 x 3.1 inch

£1,620

Sculpture, Aigle, Patrick Villas

Aigle

Patrick Villas

Sculpture - 68 x 35 x 38 cm Sculpture - 26.8 x 13.8 x 15 inch

£14,013

Sculpture, Affinity IV, Patrick Villas

Affinity IV

Patrick Villas

Sculpture - 213 x 150 x 77 cm Sculpture - 83.9 x 59.1 x 30.3 inch

£96,338

Sculpture, Cheetah, Patrick Villas

Cheetah

Patrick Villas

Sculpture - 98 x 130 x 35 cm Sculpture - 38.6 x 51.2 x 13.8 inch

£35,032

Sculpture, Chien mal poli, Jean Amiel

Chien mal poli

Jean Amiel

Sculpture - 12 x 15 x 12 cm Sculpture - 4.7 x 5.9 x 4.7 inch

£946

Sculpture, Ça gratte !, Jean Amiel

Ça gratte !

Jean Amiel

Sculpture - 12 x 12 x 12 cm Sculpture - 4.7 x 4.7 x 4.7 inch

£946

Sculpture, Petit ours, Jean Amiel

Petit ours

Jean Amiel

Sculpture - 9 x 15 x 10 cm Sculpture - 3.5 x 5.9 x 3.9 inch

£1,471

Sculpture, Alone, Aurelija Simkute

Alone

Aurelija Simkute

Sculpture - 48 x 21 x 17 cm Sculpture - 18.9 x 8.3 x 6.7 inch

£8,758

Sculpture, Love Notes, Irakli Tsuladze

Love Notes

Irakli Tsuladze

Sculpture - 43 x 27 x 14 cm Sculpture - 16.9 x 10.6 x 5.5 inch

£2,277

Sculpture, Atout cœur, Fanjol

Atout cœur

Fanjol

Sculpture - 39 x 25 x 16 cm Sculpture - 15.4 x 9.8 x 6.3 inch

£6,043

Sculpture, Spider Web, Erte Tirtoff

Spider Web

Erte Tirtoff

Sculpture - 58 x 58 x 17.5 cm Sculpture - 22.8 x 22.8 x 6.9 inch

£5,167 £3,617

Sculpture, L'Arbre de vie, Dotty

L'Arbre de vie

Dotty

Sculpture - 105 x 110 x 19 cm Sculpture - 41.3 x 43.3 x 7.5 inch

£10,247

Sculpture, Cavalier, Ousmane Dermé

Cavalier

Ousmane Dermé

Sculpture - 44 x 48 x 16 cm Sculpture - 17.3 x 18.9 x 6.3 inch

£5,167

Sculpture, Esprit, Etienne

Esprit

Etienne

Sculpture - 22 x 13 x 7 cm Sculpture - 8.7 x 5.1 x 2.8 inch

£4,791

Sculpture, Two sisters, Dirk De Keyzer

Two sisters

Dirk De Keyzer

Sculpture - 156 x 49 x 25 cm Sculpture - 61.4 x 19.3 x 9.8 inch

£11,876

Sculpture, Petit Cerf I, Pierre Yermia

Petit Cerf I

Pierre Yermia

Sculpture - 32 x 16.5 x 8.5 cm Sculpture - 12.6 x 6.5 x 3.3 inch

£2,627

Sculpture, Amazonas, Javier de la Rosa

Amazonas

Javier de la Rosa

Sculpture - 29 x 20 x 124 cm Sculpture - 11.4 x 7.9 x 48.8 inch

£5,000

Sculpture, Posing, Alex Radionov

Posing

Alex Radionov

Sculpture - 40 x 22 x 10 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 8.7 x 3.9 inch

£3,153

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Development

Milko Dobrev

Sculpture - 28 x 13 x 5 cm Sculpture - 11 x 5.1 x 2 inch

£744

Sculpture, König, Nando Kallweit

König

Nando Kallweit

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

£575

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.