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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Le regard sinistre de l'Homme
Baptista Antunes
Sculpture - 82 x 31 x 33 cm Sculpture - 32.3 x 12.2 x 13 inch
€5,200
The First Post Black
Felandus Thames
Sculpture - 99 x 61 x 2.5 cm Sculpture - 39 x 24 x 1 inch
€10,000
African King of Dubious Origines #2 (Green)
Felandus Thames
Sculpture - 99 x 61 x 2.5 cm Sculpture - 39 x 24 x 1 inch
€10,000
Visages jaunes la nuit
Dorsan Cousin
Sculpture - 80 x 122 x 5 cm Sculpture - 31.5 x 48 x 2 inch
€3,500
Marc Chagall
Victor Prodanchuk
Sculpture - 62 x 32 x 25 cm Sculpture - 24.4 x 12.6 x 9.8 inch
€6,571
Francis Bacon
Victor Prodanchuk
Sculpture - 57 x 23 x 21 cm Sculpture - 22.4 x 9.1 x 8.3 inch
€5,632
La fillette Infinie doodle Heart
Ravi
Sculpture - 40 x 15 x 8 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 5.9 x 3.1 inch
€150
La fillette Infinie Gold
Ravi
Sculpture - 40 x 15 x 8 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 5.9 x 3.1 inch
€150 €135
Business mechanism
Nester Custom
Sculpture - 80 x 60 x 55 cm Sculpture - 31.5 x 23.6 x 21.7 inch
€14,400
#2, 2031 series
Andrey and Aleksey Kulibin
Sculpture - 25 x 25 x 2 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.8 inch
€188
#1, 2031 series
Andrey and Aleksey Kulibin
Sculpture - 25 x 25 x 2 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.8 inch
€188
Napoleon empereur Aperato
Aperato
Sculpture - 40 x 40 x 40 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 15.7 x 15.7 inch
€9,800
Venere de Medici
Massimiliano Pelletti
Sculpture - 64 x 44 x 40 cm Sculpture - 25.2 x 17.3 x 15.7 inch
€48,000
Grande ménine, danseuse
Nili Pincas
Sculpture - 73 x 43 x 24 cm Sculpture - 28.7 x 16.9 x 9.4 inch
€5,900
Réalité intrinsèque
Luca Izzo
Sculpture - 50 x 76 x 40 cm Sculpture - 19.7 x 29.9 x 15.7 inch
€6,500
Ma maison ; Conserve 15
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.5 x 4 inch
€3,200
Ma maison ; Conserve 13
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.5 x 4 inch
€3,200
Ma maison ; Conserve 11
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.5 x 4 inch
€3,200
Ma maison ; Conserve 21
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.5 x 4 inch
€3,200
Ma maison ; Conserve 20
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.5 x 4 inch
€3,200
Ma maison ; Conserve 22
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.5 x 4 inch
€3,200
À travers mes yeux comme à travers une fenêtre (1)
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 11.4 x 11.4 x 5.6 cm Sculpture - 4.5 x 4.5 x 2.2 inch
€3,800
À travers mes yeux comme à travers une fenêtre (11)
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.3 x 4 inch
€2,800
Ma maison ; Conserve 6
Karine Giboulo
Sculpture - 25.4 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm Sculpture - 10 x 6.5 x 4 inch
€3,200
Sculpture Shetani
George Lilanga
Sculpture - 63 x 15 x 10 cm Sculpture - 24.8 x 5.9 x 3.9 inch
€2,500
Sculpture Shetani
George Lilanga
Sculpture - 65 x 15 x 10 cm Sculpture - 25.6 x 5.9 x 3.9 inch
€1,500
Beach Batch / Trash Wars series
Simon Vega
Sculpture - 21 x 25 x 18 cm Sculpture - 8.3 x 9.8 x 7.1 inch
€6,000
Rubber Trooper / Trash Wars series
Simon Vega
Sculpture - 20 x 25 x 18 cm Sculpture - 7.9 x 9.8 x 7.1 inch
€6,000
Optimus Gomme/TrashFormers series
Simon Vega
Sculpture - 30 x 20 x 26 cm Sculpture - 11.8 x 7.9 x 10.2 inch
€7,000
Columbus (bubble wrap)
Brandon Vickerd
Sculpture - 61 x 30.5 x 27.9 cm Sculpture - 24 x 12 x 11 inch
€16,000
La fillette au cœur qui s'envole Love
Ravi
Sculpture - 40 x 15 x 8 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 5.9 x 3.1 inch
€150
Sophisticated Lady
Erte Tirtoff
Sculpture - 40.6 x 26 x 14.6 cm Sculpture - 16 x 10.25 x 5.75 inch
€5,351
Signe émotionnel Culture/Protection
Eddy Firmin
Sculpture - 68.6 x 68.6 x 43.2 cm Sculpture - 27 x 27 x 17 inch
€4,600
De part et d’autre
Karine Payette
Sculpture - 57.2 x 129.5 x 63.5 cm Sculpture - 22.5 x 51 x 25 inch
€15,000
La fillette dentelle au cœur
Ravi
Sculpture - 40 x 15 x 8 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 5.9 x 3.1 inch
€150 €135
Mon mammifère préféré (cônes 08)
Jean-Robert Drouillard
Sculpture - 140 x 43 x 31 cm Sculpture - 55.1 x 16.9 x 12.2 inch
€6,196
Sans titre - masque
Odin Pigelet
Sculpture - 25 x 30 x 1.5 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 11.8 x 0.6 inch
€350
Sans titre - masque
Odin Pigelet
Sculpture - 32 x 23 x 1.5 cm Sculpture - 12.6 x 9.1 x 0.6 inch
€350
Birds Guard I
Tadas Gutauskas TaDas
Sculpture - 29.5 x 17 x 14 cm Sculpture - 11.6 x 6.7 x 5.5 inch
€3,100
Love is in the air
Amalia Di Tecco
Sculpture - 17 x 15 x 14 cm Sculpture - 6.7 x 5.9 x 5.5 inch
€450
Nouveau monde
Dirk De Keyzer
Sculpture - 153 x 39 x 30 cm Sculpture - 60.2 x 15.4 x 11.8 inch
€22,000
La soupirante
Guillaume Lachapelle
Sculpture - 13 x 11.9 x 7.1 cm Sculpture - 5.1 x 4.7 x 2.8 inch
€2,400
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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
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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
€2,300 €1,725
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
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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.