N° 201 - Rocket man
Mario Dilitz
Sculpture - 94 x 88 x 30 cm Sculpture - 37 x 34.6 x 11.8 inch
€24,000
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.
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S140 Le père et l'enfant
Jacques Tenenhaus
Sculpture - 150 x 38 x 58 cm Sculpture - 59.1 x 15 x 22.8 inch
€22,500
S135 La Reine
Jacques Tenenhaus
Sculpture - 165 x 45 x 40 cm Sculpture - 65 x 17.7 x 15.7 inch
€25,000
S107 Couple d'Anges
Jacques Tenenhaus
Sculpture - 74 x 45 x 22 cm Sculpture - 29.1 x 17.7 x 8.7 inch
€15,000
S139 La petite Fille Fleurit
Jacques Tenenhaus
Sculpture - 77 x 33 x 33 cm Sculpture - 30.3 x 13 x 13 inch
€12,500
S066 Le Coquillage
Jacques Tenenhaus
Sculpture - 59 x 59 x 15 cm Sculpture - 23.2 x 23.2 x 5.9 inch
€12,000
S023- La Mére
Jacques Tenenhaus
Sculpture - 93 x 44 x 38 cm Sculpture - 36.6 x 17.3 x 15 inch
€25,000
S027 La tète dans les mains (1)
Jacques Tenenhaus
Sculpture - 90 x 47 x 33 cm Sculpture - 35.4 x 18.5 x 13 inch
€18,000
Fragment d'Alepo I
Beatrice Bizot
Sculpture - 41 x 12 x 14 cm Sculpture - 16.1 x 4.7 x 5.5 inch
€1,800
Tom Sawyer or The cat on the Hat
Sylvie Gaudissart
Sculpture - 27 x 14 x 20 cm Sculpture - 10.6 x 5.5 x 7.9 inch
€2,900
Magic Illusionist
Gor Avetisyan
Sculpture - 41 x 30 x 3 cm Sculpture - 16.1 x 11.8 x 1.2 inch
€4,700
Taali, série silhouette de femme
Mireille Bassier-Tilmont
Sculpture - 40 x 22 x 6 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 8.7 x 2.4 inch
€2,600
Shake it all off with me
Marc De Corte
Sculpture - 75 x 25 x 36 cm Sculpture - 29.5 x 9.8 x 14.2 inch
€9,500
14- Spirit Mask
Joseph Kurhajec
Sculpture - 55 x 40 x 23 cm Sculpture - 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 inch
€1,800
Academia (half life)
Paige Bradley
Sculpture - 147.3 x 55.9 x 106.7 cm Sculpture - 58 x 22 x 42 inch
€24,113
Orpheus and Eurydice
Spas Kirichev
Sculpture - 45 x 30 x 13 cm Sculpture - 17.7 x 11.8 x 5.1 inch
€3,600
Tribute to Dante Quinterno
Antonio Segui
Sculpture - 135 x 74 x 12 cm Sculpture - 53.1 x 29.1 x 4.7 inch
€8,000
Flowers from the forest meadow
Rumiana Rusinova
Sculpture - 17 x 14 x 14 cm Sculpture - 6.7 x 5.5 x 5.5 inch
€1,200
Roland Garros
Christophe Charbonnel
Sculpture - 175 x 96 x 75 cm Sculpture - 68.9 x 37.8 x 29.5 inch
€50,000
Tête de colosse
Christophe Charbonnel
Sculpture - 85 x 55 x 53 cm Sculpture - 33.5 x 21.7 x 20.9 inch
€45,000
Prométhée, maquette
Christophe Charbonnel
Sculpture - 80 x 20 x 23 cm Sculpture - 31.5 x 7.9 x 9.1 inch
€25,000
Torse de Prométhée II
Christophe Charbonnel
Sculpture - 121 x 72 x 36 cm Sculpture - 47.6 x 28.3 x 14.2 inch
€60,000
Prométhée, tête
Christophe Charbonnel
Sculpture - 86 x 37 x 43 cm Sculpture - 33.9 x 14.6 x 16.9 inch
€45,000
Condottière III
Christophe Charbonnel
Sculpture - 75 x 40 x 47 cm Sculpture - 29.5 x 15.7 x 18.5 inch
€35,000
Oros, Tête II
Christophe Charbonnel
Sculpture - 87 x 42 x 47 cm Sculpture - 34.3 x 16.5 x 18.5 inch
€45,000
Packaging - Metal Green
Salvo Alibrio
Sculpture - 23 x 14 x 5.5 cm Sculpture - 9.1 x 5.5 x 2.2 inch
€230
Packaging Light Green
Salvo Alibrio
Sculpture - 23 x 14 x 5.5 cm Sculpture - 9.1 x 5.5 x 2.2 inch
€230
Packaging - Metal Orange
Salvo Alibrio
Sculpture - 23 x 14 x 5.5 cm Sculpture - 9.1 x 5.5 x 2.2 inch
€230
Vase "She Loves Me"
Erte Tirtoff
Sculpture - 26.5 x 32 x 20 cm Sculpture - 10.4 x 12.6 x 7.9 inch
€6,000 €4,200
Annette
Marie-Madeleine Vitrolles
Sculpture - 120 x 24 x 24 cm Sculpture - 47.2 x 9.4 x 9.4 inch
€4,800
High Maintenance
Sara Ingleby-Mackenzie
Sculpture - 53 x 10 x 10 cm Sculpture - 20.9 x 3.9 x 3.9 inch
€4,770
Bouddha du verbe, assis en lotus
Brigitte De Cesco
Sculpture - 37 x 30 x 10 cm Sculpture - 14.6 x 11.8 x 3.9 inch
€3,000
Fragment sur bois
Beatrice Bizot
Sculpture - 43 x 10 x 6 cm Sculpture - 16.9 x 3.9 x 2.4 inch
€2,199
La Liseuse 1/8
Réjane LeChat
Sculpture - 125 x 120 x 19 cm Sculpture - 49.2 x 47.2 x 7.5 inch
€2,598
Mwemba - série portrait de femme marbre
Mireille Bassier-Tilmont
Sculpture - 43 x 20 x 10 cm Sculpture - 16.9 x 7.9 x 3.9 inch
€1,750
Double Date
Sara Ingleby-Mackenzie
Sculpture - 55 x 20 x 10 cm Sculpture - 21.7 x 7.9 x 3.9 inch
€4,770
September
Sara Ingleby-Mackenzie
Sculpture - 37 x 9.5 x 9.5 cm Sculpture - 14.6 x 3.7 x 3.7 inch
€3,097
Untitled II. Wall Sculpture
Hunter & Gatti
Sculpture - 175.3 x 106.7 x 22.9 cm Sculpture - 69 x 42 x 9 inch
€6,956
Untitled I, Portrait tridimensional wall sculpture
Hunter & Gatti
Sculpture - 109.2 x 61 x 12.7 cm Sculpture - 43 x 24 x 5 inch
€6,956
LIU Wen. Portrait Wall Sculpture
Hunter & Gatti
Sculpture - 172.7 x 114.3 x 15.2 cm Sculpture - 68 x 45 x 6 inch
€6,956
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Fine Art Drawings - 60 x 40 x 1.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 23.6 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch
€1,600
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Shepard Fairey (Obey)
Print - 61 x 46 x 0.2 cm Print - 24 x 18.1 x 0.1 inch
€550
Degas Danseur de Ballet
Martín Duque
Sculpture - 44 x 16 x 20 cm Sculpture - 17.3 x 6.3 x 7.9 inch
€980
Love and Flowers - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Africa, Women
Taiwo Odejinmi
Painting - 91.4 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 24 x 1 inch
€2,272
The Wrinkles of the city, La Havana, Antonio Cruz Gordillo
JR
Print - 100 x 70 x 0.2 cm Print - 39.4 x 27.6 x 0.1 inch
€1,900 €1,710
Maiko in Springtime Kyoto
Takashi Murakami
Print - 50 x 50 x 0.1 cm Print - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0 inch
€2,429
Mask geometric - Geometric art
Tarek
Painting - 73 x 54 x 2 cm Painting - 28.7 x 21.3 x 0.8 inch
€2,300
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.