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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, Icarus, Lieven D'Haese

Icarus

Lieven D'Haese

Sculpture - 36 x 92 x 32 cm Sculpture - 14.2 x 36.2 x 12.6 inch

€8,900

Sculpture, Platon, Romain Langlois

Platon

Romain Langlois

Sculpture - 90 x 43 x 33 cm Sculpture - 35.4 x 16.9 x 13 inch

€30,000

Sculpture, Arcimdoldo, Marie Serruya

Arcimdoldo

Marie Serruya

Sculpture - 14 x 12 x 8 cm Sculpture - 5.5 x 4.7 x 3.1 inch

€5,600

Sculpture, Back to 1500, Sagrasse

Back to 1500

Sagrasse

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

€450

Sculpture, Lovers, Zachariah Njobo

Lovers

Zachariah Njobo

Sculpture - 52 x 25 x 15 cm Sculpture - 20.5 x 9.8 x 5.9 inch

€2,500

Sculpture, Groupe 8, Marcus Egli

Groupe 8

Marcus Egli

Sculpture - 14 x 15 x 8 cm Sculpture - 5.5 x 5.9 x 3.1 inch

€2,000

Sculpture, No name, Christophe Ruiz

No name

Christophe Ruiz

Sculpture - 100 x 33 x 1 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 13 x 0.4 inch

€950

Sculpture, No name, Christophe Ruiz

No name

Christophe Ruiz

Sculpture - 100 x 22 x 1 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 8.7 x 0.4 inch

€950

Sculpture, No name, Christophe Ruiz

No name

Christophe Ruiz

Sculpture - 100 x 22 x 1 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 8.7 x 0.4 inch

€950

Sculpture, NO name, Christophe Ruiz

NO name

Christophe Ruiz

Sculpture - 100 x 30 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 11.8 inch

€950

Sculpture, Planet Musk, Diego Barros

Planet Musk

Diego Barros

Sculpture - 80.4 x 60.4 x 4 cm Sculpture - 31.7 x 23.8 x 1.6 inch

€3,000

Sculpture, Love Hopper, PyB

Love Hopper

PyB

Sculpture - 20 x 20 x 3 cm Sculpture - 7.9 x 7.9 x 1.2 inch

€250

Sculpture, Il sonno, Crix Lune

Il sonno

Crix Lune

Sculpture - 26 x 34 x 7 cm Sculpture - 10.2 x 13.4 x 2.8 inch

€400

Sculpture, Avo Carlo, Crix Lune

Avo Carlo

Crix Lune

Sculpture - 30 x 20.5 x 6 cm Sculpture - 11.8 x 8.1 x 2.4 inch

€350

Sculpture, Monopoly Happy doodle, Ravi

Monopoly Happy doodle

Ravi

Sculpture - 24 x 22 x 8 cm Sculpture - 9.4 x 8.7 x 3.1 inch

€150 €135

Sculpture, Dreams, López del Espino

Dreams

López del Espino

Sculpture - 85 x 25 x 25 cm Sculpture - 33.5 x 9.8 x 9.8 inch

€4,500

Sculpture, Dante, López del Espino

Dante

López del Espino

Sculpture - 80 x 55 x 45 cm Sculpture - 31.5 x 21.7 x 17.7 inch

€4,000

Sculpture, Kiss, Michal Fuhrer

Kiss

Michal Fuhrer

Sculpture - 40 x 35 x 43 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 13.8 x 16.9 inch

€5,101

Sculpture, Siam, Deville-Chabrolle

Siam

Deville-Chabrolle

Sculpture - 71 x 17 x 15 cm Sculpture - 28 x 6.7 x 5.9 inch

€16,000

Sculpture, Meditation, Binbin Liang

Meditation

Binbin Liang

Sculpture - 90 x 40 x 21.5 cm Sculpture - 35.4 x 15.7 x 8.5 inch

€12,500

Sculpture, Thoughtful, Gillian Brett

Thoughtful

Gillian Brett

Sculpture - 25 x 30 x 20 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 11.8 x 7.9 inch

€1,487

Sculpture, La clairière, Marc Petit

La clairière

Marc Petit

Sculpture - 96 x 82 x 40 cm Sculpture - 37.8 x 32.3 x 15.7 inch

€27,998

Sculpture, Clipped, Ruslan Minzhynskii

Clipped

Ruslan Minzhynskii

Sculpture - 75 x 35 x 28 cm Sculpture - 29.5 x 13.8 x 11 inch

€3,500

Sculpture, Slave, López del Espino

Slave

López del Espino

Sculpture - 140 x 80 x 80 cm Sculpture - 55.1 x 31.5 x 31.5 inch

€60,000

Sculpture, David Pez Yellow, Jisbar

David Pez Yellow

Jisbar

Sculpture - 60 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 23.6 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

Price upon request

Sculpture, Red swan, Karen Akhikyan

Red swan

Karen Akhikyan

Sculpture - 38 x 20 x 24 cm Sculpture - 15 x 7.9 x 9.4 inch

Sold

Sculpture, Loneliness, Karen Akhikyan

Loneliness

Karen Akhikyan

Sculpture - 29 x 12 x 13 cm Sculpture - 11.4 x 4.7 x 5.1 inch

Sold

Sculpture, Astronaut, Karen Akhikyan

Astronaut

Karen Akhikyan

Sculpture - 47 x 29 x 21 cm Sculpture - 18.5 x 11.4 x 8.3 inch

Sold

Sculpture, Helicoides, Jesus Curia

Helicoides

Jesus Curia

Sculpture - 44 x 222 x 30 cm Sculpture - 17.3 x 87.4 x 11.8 inch

Sold

Sculpture, Odyssée, Valérie Hadida

Odyssée

Valérie Hadida

Sculpture - 72 x 43 x 34 cm Sculpture - 28.3 x 16.9 x 13.4 inch

Sold

Sculpture, Music II, Petar Iliev

Music II

Petar Iliev

Sculpture - 23 x 12 x 10.5 cm Sculpture - 9.1 x 4.7 x 4.1 inch

Sold

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Painting, No Need To Hide, tizlu

No Need To Hide

tizlu

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

€1,180

Fine Art Drawings, We Need You!, tizlu

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

€1,600

Print, Untiteled, JM Robert

Untiteled

JM Robert

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

€800

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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.