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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, Helicoides, Jesus Curia

Helicoides

Jesus Curia

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

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Sculpture, Odyssée, Valérie Hadida

Odyssée

Valérie Hadida

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

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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

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Sculpture, Traverse, Pinto

Traverse

Pinto

Sculpture - 68 x 10 x 5 cm Sculpture - 26.8 x 3.9 x 2 inch

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Sculpture, Oncle Dexter, Flora Gueton

Oncle Dexter

Flora Gueton

Sculpture - 60.5 x 26.5 x 5.5 cm Sculpture - 23.8 x 10.4 x 2.2 inch

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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, Edward, Nando Kallweit

Edward

Nando Kallweit

Sculpture - 10 x 6 x 6 cm Sculpture - 3.9 x 2.4 x 2.4 inch

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Sculpture, Sibilla, Nando Kallweit

Sibilla

Nando Kallweit

Sculpture - 10 x 6 x 6 cm Sculpture - 3.9 x 2.4 x 2.4 inch

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Sculpture, Décision, Sophie Barut

Décision

Sophie Barut

Sculpture - 30 x 33 x 12 cm Sculpture - 11.8 x 13 x 4.7 inch

$2,808

Sculpture, Angel, Emmanuel Okoro

Angel

Emmanuel Okoro

Sculpture - 90 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 35.4 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$4,036

Sculpture, Red Fred, Bruno Roudil

Red Fred

Bruno Roudil

Sculpture - 50 x 25 x 17 cm Sculpture - 19.7 x 9.8 x 6.7 inch

$456

Sculpture, Mickelin Plug, Alben

Mickelin Plug

Alben

Sculpture - 56 x 32 x 21 cm Sculpture - 22 x 12.6 x 8.3 inch

$6,318

Sculpture, Marianne Bardot, Spaco

Marianne Bardot

Spaco

Sculpture - 22 x 15 x 9 cm Sculpture - 8.7 x 5.9 x 3.5 inch

$292

Sculpture, Confidence, Dotty

Confidence

Dotty

Sculpture - 22 x 26 x 16 cm Sculpture - 8.7 x 10.2 x 6.3 inch

$2,668

Sculpture, Marianne Deneuve, Spaco

Marianne Deneuve

Spaco

Sculpture - 20 x 16 x 11 cm Sculpture - 7.9 x 6.3 x 4.3 inch

$292

Sculpture, N°204, Mario Dilitz

N°204

Mario Dilitz

Sculpture - 210 x 70 x 45 cm Sculpture - 82.7 x 27.6 x 17.7 inch

$86,579

Sculpture, Pergame, Roland Masson

Pergame

Roland Masson

Sculpture - 66 x 16 x 16 cm Sculpture - 26 x 6.3 x 6.3 inch

$2,808

Sculpture, Captain Flam, David Cumps

Captain Flam

David Cumps

Sculpture - 54 x 52 x 4 cm Sculpture - 21.3 x 20.5 x 1.6 inch

$936

Sculpture, Strate, Vhils

Strate

Vhils

Sculpture - 100 x 70 x 2 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 27.6 x 0.8 inch

$16,146

Sculpture, Sever Series #02, Vhils

Sever Series #02

Vhils

Sculpture - 100 x 70 x 1 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 27.6 x 0.4 inch

$7,605

Sculpture, Dismantle Series #04, Vhils

Dismantle Series #04

Vhils

Sculpture - 100 x 70 x 4 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 27.6 x 1.6 inch

$11,700

Sculpture, Dismantle Series #02, Vhils

Dismantle Series #02

Vhils

Sculpture - 100 x 70 x 4 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 27.6 x 1.6 inch

$11,700

Sculpture, Dismantle Series #01, Vhils

Dismantle Series #01

Vhils

Sculpture - 100 x 70 x 4 cm Sculpture - 39.4 x 27.6 x 1.6 inch

$11,700

Sculpture, 19-Circus, Alain Signori

19-Circus

Alain Signori

Sculpture - 29 x 21 x 4 cm Sculpture - 11.4 x 8.3 x 1.6 inch

$702

Sculpture, In the Present, Gil Bruvel

In the Present

Gil Bruvel

Sculpture - 28 x 23 x 18 cm Sculpture - 11 x 9.1 x 7.1 inch

$10,764

Sculpture, Ciprés, Beatrice Bizot

Ciprés

Beatrice Bizot

Sculpture - 25 x 10 x 8 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 3.9 x 3.1 inch

$1,755

Sculpture, Roman, Rom av J.C

Roman

Rom av J.C

Sculpture - 35 x 45 x 35 cm Sculpture - 13.8 x 17.7 x 13.8 inch

$2,925

Sculpture, Fragment, Erik Ebeling

Fragment

Erik Ebeling

Sculpture - 23 x 13 x 11.5 cm Sculpture - 9.1 x 5.1 x 4.5 inch

$450

Sculpture, Medusa II, Irina Shark

Medusa II

Irina Shark

Sculpture - 30 x 22 x 17 cm Sculpture - 11.8 x 8.7 x 6.7 inch

$5,850

Sculpture, Insouciance, Sophie Barut

Insouciance

Sophie Barut

Sculpture - 42 x 18 x 18 cm Sculpture - 16.5 x 7.1 x 7.1 inch

$3,510

Sculpture, Mon ange, Sophie Barut

Mon ange

Sophie Barut

Sculpture - 32 x 15 x 21 cm Sculpture - 12.6 x 5.9 x 8.3 inch

$3,276

Sculpture, Two legs, Lieven D'Haese

Two legs

Lieven D'Haese

Sculpture - 46 x 33 x 14 cm Sculpture - 18.1 x 13 x 5.5 inch

$4,610

Sculpture, N°206, Mario Dilitz

N°206

Mario Dilitz

Sculpture - 200 x 177 x 70 cm Sculpture - 78.7 x 69.7 x 27.6 inch

$93,599

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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

$1,381

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

$1,872

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.