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Bauhaus Grande Plieby GLOBAL VIEWS and Studio A
$448
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Man becomes the machine in our Bauhaus figure collection. Inspired by Schlemmer's "Triadisches Ballett", our figurines take Schlemmer's avant-garde aesthetic and the idea of man as machine and shows the heart behind our human impulses. This highly stylized collection illustrates the Bauhaus ethos and displays the human body as abstract art. The play on Schlemmer's fantastic costuming is seen here in each piece. Available in five unique sculptures all constructed from a mix of cast iron, iron wire, and sheet brass, with painted gold details.
Bauhaus Sphere Womanby GLOBAL VIEWS and Studio A
$398
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Man becomes the machine in our Bauhaus figure collection. Inspired by Schlemmer's "Triadisches Ballett", our figurines take Schlemmer's avant-garde aesthetic and the idea of man as machine and shows the heart behind our human impulses. This highly stylized collection illustrates the Bauhaus ethos and displays the human body as abstract art. The play on Schlemmer's fantastic costuming is seen here in each piece. Available in five unique sculptures all constructed from a mix of cast iron, iron wire, and sheet brass, with painted gold details.
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GlassOfVenice Murano Glass Millefiori Lovers - Largeby Murano Glass(3)
$690
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Directly from Venice, the most romantic city in the world, comes this gorgeous Murano Glass Millefiori Lovers statue. The elegant and rich work of art created by the hands of Murano Glass masters, this Murano Lovers statue features a cascade of colors and a dazzling array of rich stylized flowers created using famous Murano Millefiori technique (the name means "a thousand flowers" in Italian), which was invented by talented Murano Glass masters centuries ago. To achieve this look hundreds of unique colorful millefiori pieces are picked out by hand and fused together under high temperature in a special furnace.
The sculpture depicts a male and female figures in a tight embrace, their bodies symbolically merged together. Bring the air of Venetian love and contemporary Italian style into your home by showcasing this beautiful Murano sculpture, or make it a unique meaningful gift to the special people in your life for momentous occasions such as engagements, weddings, anniversaries, or Valentine's Day.
This beautiful authentic Venetian Lovers sculpture was painstakingly created by hand using only traditional glass-making methods by a third-generation Murano maestro, whose work is displayed at exhibitions, private collections, and in museums worldwide. This Murano sculpture is 15 inches tall. The width of the base is 4 1/2 inches. The weight is 5 lbs. The statue features the etched signature of the master, an attached sticker of the official consortium of Murano glass masters, and is accompanied by the certificate of authenticity that further proves its Murano origin.
Because each item is a unique work of art made by hand, slight variations of colors, patterns, and shapes, are possible.
The sculpture depicts a male and female figures in a tight embrace, their bodies symbolically merged together. Bring the air of Venetian love and contemporary Italian style into your home by showcasing this beautiful Murano sculpture, or make it a unique meaningful gift to the special people in your life for momentous occasions such as engagements, weddings, anniversaries, or Valentine's Day.
This beautiful authentic Venetian Lovers sculpture was painstakingly created by hand using only traditional glass-making methods by a third-generation Murano maestro, whose work is displayed at exhibitions, private collections, and in museums worldwide. This Murano sculpture is 15 inches tall. The width of the base is 4 1/2 inches. The weight is 5 lbs. The statue features the etched signature of the master, an attached sticker of the official consortium of Murano glass masters, and is accompanied by the certificate of authenticity that further proves its Murano origin.
Because each item is a unique work of art made by hand, slight variations of colors, patterns, and shapes, are possible.
Lladro Lady With Shawl Figurine 01008679by Lladro(18)
$1,325
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Size: 18.5 Inches Tall x 7 Inches Wide x 7 Inches Deep - The elegance of the woman and the light tones evoke the ladies in the paintings of the Spanish artist Joaquin Sorolla - The embroidery on the cuffs, the hat and the umbrella include the texture of tulle, achieved thanks to a very complex technique which requires the most expert Lladro artisians. - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01008679 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Horse On Courbette Re Deco Figurine 01008721by Lladro
$990
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Size: 13 Inches Tall x 8.75 Inches Wide x 6 Inches Deep - Sculpted By:Juan Ignacio Aliena - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01008721 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
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Lladro, Her Thoughts Figurine 01009537by Lladro(192)
$2,240
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Size: 17 Inches Tall x 12.2 Inches Wide x 6.3 Inches Deep - This woman, lying in a flower-laden arch, speaks to us of those wonderful moments when you truly disconnect and let your mind wander. Made in matte porcelain and decorated with soft colors, metalized effects and flowers, it conjures up a scene that makes us feel a connection with nature and at once conveys a sense of peace and harmony. - Lladro Item Number: 01009537 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Ruth Gutman, African Woman, Sculpture With Black Patinaby Ruth Gutman
$1,295
- Artist: Ruth Gutman, American
- Title: African Woman
- Medium: Sculpture with Black Patina
- Size: 10 in. x 5 in. x 5 in. (25.4 cm x 12.7 cm x 12.7 cm)
Skinny Figure, Bronzeby Phillips Collection(1)
$1,249
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Purposefully sculpted by skilled craftsman and cast in a bronze powder finish, this nondescript figure sculpture works both indoors and outdoors.
Large Wood Chainby Gold Leaf Design
$645
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With innovative form, the Large Wood Chain challenges the norm of wood worked decor. A material often overlooked in modern design, these hand carved wood rings offer geometric appeal in minimalist detail. The illusion of a chain can be shaped into limitless abstract forms.
- As with any natural material, color, size, wood, and texture variations should be expected.
- Materials: Wood.
Lladro Passionate Kiss Figurine 01008727by Lladro
$2,570
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Size: 16.25 Inches Tall x 15 Inches Wide x 12.25 Inches Deep - Lladro Passionate Kiss 01008727 is one of the few pieces in the Lladro Porcelain line to openly represent passionate love, desire and the attraction between a man and woman about to join in an ardent kiss. - The Lladro Passionate Kiss 01008727 is a highly sculptural piece with a faithful anatomical reproduction of the bodies of the lovers, from the musculature of the manss torso to the little veins which stand out on his feet because of the posture. - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Man Sculpture, Blackwoodby Phillips Collection
$2,489
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Abstract art is a wonderful vehicle for communicating the human condition. The Blackwood Man Sculpture is a statue crafted from natural wood that illustrates the undeniable connection between man and nature. Wood is a living, breathing organism just like we are; this is proven in how the natural growth patterns of the piece simulate the subtle, unique curvature present in the human body. The way in which the bottom of the piece slowly evolves into a more subtly curved human shape is a lovely touch that gives the sculpture tons of character and allows it to act as an effective conversation starter.
Old Pole Man Statueby Phillips Collection
$1,489
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Abstract art is a wonderful vehicle for communicating the human condition. The Old Pole Man Statue is a statue crafted from natural wood that illustrates the undeniable connection between man and nature. Wood is a living, breathing organism just like we are; this is proven in how the natural growth patterns of the piece simulate the subtle, unique curvature present in the human body. The way in which the human form seems to be growing from the black iron base as if it were a tree is a delightful touch and is sure to make this piece a strong conversation starter within your space.
Lladro Lovers Waltz Re Deco Figurine 01007193by Lladro
$780
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Size: 11.75 Inches Tall x 8.25 Inches Wide x 4.7 Inches Deep - Sculpted By:Virginia Gonzalez - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01007193 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Sliced Tuxedo Crystal Candleholders, Small, Set of 2, 980001/S2by ELK Group International
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$181$338
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Black and clear crystal is sliced and hand polished before being stacked to create an interesting visual contrast. The recessed base elevates the piece and allows light to flow through. Holds a taper candle or tea light. Set of 2.
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Lladro Essence Of A Woman Figurine 01009176by Lladro(192)
$1,970
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Size: 21.25 Inches Tall x 19 Inches Wide x 12.5 Inches Deep - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01009176 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Nude With Shawl Re Deco Figurine 01008673by Lladro
$1,575
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Size: 17 Inches Tall x 11.75 Inches Wide x 10.6 Inches Deep - Sculpted By:Eva Maria Cuerva - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01008673 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Gladiator Figurine 01009497by Lladro(192)
$6,295
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Size: 28.7 Inches Tall x 13.3 Inches Wide x 10.2 Inches Deep - This creation represents with amazing faithfulness and detail the figure of a gladiator. Warriors who defended their lives fighting against other gladiators or against wild beasts to entertainment the public in the Roman arena. This sculpture speaks of men who defended their life with honor and fortitude, despite the circumstances they had to endure. Made in black porcelain, it is decorated with copper, dark grey and black enamels with metallic effects, combined with the aged silver luster in the armor. The shield is decorated with black luster with marble effect and the helmet is also decorated with aged silver luster. The sword, which almost looks like real metal, is porcelain. In addition, the piece comes with a removable metal mask covering the gladiator's face which is held in place by an ingenious system of magnets. A truly unique work, striking for both its size and for the sculptural treatment. - Lladro Item Number: 01009497 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Frida Kahlo Blue Figurine 01002026by Lladro
$4,250
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Size: 15.4 Inches Tall x 10.2 Inches Wide x 5.2 Inches Deep - Frida Kahlo is much more than a famous painter. The popular Mexican artist has become a universal cultural icon and the symbol of a free, vital and transgressive woman. In this bust, a Limited Edition of 250, the signature colors are blues, greens and reds. The six large flowers in her hair are handmade with such precision and attention to detail that they almost seem real. And the little monkey accompanying her is a sign of Frida's love for nature and animals. In addition, Frida is wearing skull earrings, an homage to the famous Mexican symbol of Catrina, made in porcelain and gold-plated brass. - Lladro Item Number: 01002026 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro My Fair Lady Re Deco Figurine 01007192by Lladro
$2,280
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Size: 14.1 Inches Tall x 9.25 Inches Wide x 8.3 Inches Deep - Sculpted By:Francisco Polope - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01007192 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Design Toscano Samantha The Artist Bronze Girlby Design Toscano
$2,185
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With neatly braided hair tied back with a ribbon to keep it out of her eyes, Savannah smiles with pleasure as she recalls painting the birds soaring above a nearby pond. Our young artist s sweet face, creative hands and sundress can be viewed 360 degrees as she gazes intently at her unique three-dimensional paintings. Reminiscent of childhood, our lovely little girl painter is expertly finished with a hand applied classic multidimensional color washed sepia bronze and emerald verdigris patina to bring out all the amazing details. Cast one piece at a time in the traditional lost wax method, which highlights the details of the sculpture and guarantees lasting beauty.
- Finish: Two Tone Bronze & Verdigris
- Material: Bronze
- Country: Thailand
- Brand: Design Toscano
Ruth Gutman, Woman With Bun, Bronze Sculpture
$1,895
- Artist: Ruth Gutman, American
- Title: Woman with Bun
- Medium: Bronze Sculpture, initials inscribed
- Size: 18.5 in. x 6.5 in. x 11 in. (46.99 cm x 16.51 cm x 27.94 cm)
Lladro Horse On Pirouette Re Deco Figurine 01008720by Lladro
$990
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Size: 13.5 Inches Tall x 11.75 Inches Wide x 5.5 Inches Deep - Sculpted By:Juan Ignacio Aliena - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01008720 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Night Approaches Figurine 01008741by Lladro
$3,115
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Size: 15.75 Inches Tall x 10.25 Inches Wide x 22.5 Inches Deep - Lladro Night Approaches 01008741 shows two beautiful young women that are rushing headlong into the night with their evening dresses billowing voluptuously around them. - It is the coloring of the dresses that tells us where the two mysterious ladies are headed in the
Lladro, The Balustrade Figurine 01008680by Lladro
$5,000
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Size: 19.25 Inches Tall x 14.25 Inches Wide x 7.5 Inches Deep - A melancholic woman has paused on her daily stroll in the garden and is leaning on a balustrade. - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01008680 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Cranes Re-Deco Figurine 01009090by Lladro
$2,065
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Size: 21.25 Inches Tall x 21.75 Inches Wide x 13.4 Inches Deep - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01009090 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Dancers From The Nile Golden Re Deco Figurine 01008591by Lladro
$3,865
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Size: 20 Inches Tall x 12.5 Inches Wide x 10.6 Inches Deep - Limited To: 200 Pieces Worldwide - Sculpted By:Juan Ignacio Aliena - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01008591 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro Chess Set Re Deco Figurine 01007138by Lladro
$2,880
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Size: 5.5 Inches Tall x 21.25 Inches Wide x 21.25 Inches Deep - Sculpted By:Juan Ignacio Aliena - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01007138 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro A Regal Steed Re-Deco Figurine 01007186by Lladro
$2,650
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Size: 16.5 Inches Tall x 16.75 Inches Wide x 6.3 Inches Deep - This piece depicts a medieval palfrey horse which were the tamed or saddled steeds normally ridden by ladies and sometimes by kings and princes to make their majestic entrances into towns and cities.The most striking feature is the highly attractive contrast between the whiteness of the horse and the golden arabesques that decorate the harness and the blanket. A combination of matte textures are used in the horse and gloss in the trappings. - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01007186 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
Lladro A Regal Steed Re Deco Figurine 01007168by Lladro
$2,650
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Size: 16.5 Inches Tall x 15.76 Inches Wide x 6.3 Inches Deep - Sculpted By:Alfredo Llorens - Genuine Lladro Fine Porcelain - Lladro Assurance Program Registration Forms Included - Handmade in Valencia Spain - Lladro Figurines Item Number: 01007168 - Ships From Inside The United Stated - No International Duty Or Import Tax Due Upon Delivery
White Phalaenopsis Orchid Glass Sculptureby MC Glass Art
$1,605
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An eye-catching work of art, the White Phalaenopsis Orchid Glass Sculpture serves as a stunning statement piece in your living room, bedroom or entryway. With a unique, high quality and detailed craftsmanship, this one-of-a-kind glass sculpture will effortlessly enhance any space of your home. A sophisticated conversation starter, the White Phalaenopsis Orchid Glass Sculpture features white and red hues and will create a gorgeous aesthetic of artistic elegance.
Open Work Bronze Wall Decorby Amanda Erin
$149
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This wall art is fashioned from intertwined aluminum strips that come together to create a great abstract, woven texture. It is then finished in a lovely deep bronze. Also available in a silver and in a matching table top piece.
Abstract Metal Sculpture 'Capture Red', 14"x48", Kinetic Metal Artby Moderncrowd
$593
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Capture Red is an entirely handmade sculpture, crafted from manually bent and formed metal ribbons with a stainless steel base. The curving, flowing strips can be left static or rotated on the central metal pole, giving the kinetic sculpture a unique perspective from every viewer, at every angle. This abstract metal sculpture measures approximately 48 inches tall (which includes the 6W x 5.5D x 7H sculpture base) and features rich hues of red, black, gray and silver. The open concept allows this metal art to integrate with your space; elevating the ambiance without competing with your home decor. This original sculpture is hand-crafted by Jackson Wright in Cincinnati, Ohio, with each piece featuring unique nuances due to the variations in grain, character, and hue of the natural materials.
The sculpture is sealed with two coats of semi-gloss lacquer finish, which is both attractive and easy to clean. It arrives fully-assembled and ready to place on a table, desk, mantel, pedestal or shelf in any modern, contemporary, midcentury, elegant or eclectic space.
The sculpture is sealed with two coats of semi-gloss lacquer finish, which is both attractive and easy to clean. It arrives fully-assembled and ready to place on a table, desk, mantel, pedestal or shelf in any modern, contemporary, midcentury, elegant or eclectic space.
Saint Francis Abstract 38 Gargoyle Sculptureby XoticBrands
$251
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Dimensions: 11.0"W 8.0"D 38.0"H
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- Material: Fiber StoneA mixture of sand and stones cast into the surface to give the appearance of aged stone. Since it is reinforced with a fiberglass backing, it remains light-weight and less fragile than concrete.
- Finish: White Moss
Mothers Butterfly Bronze Sculptureby Mark Hopkins
$800
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The Mothers Butterfly Bronze Sculpture is an elegant celebration of the most special lady in everyones life, Mom! This piece is a new limited edition sculpture created by Mark Hopkins just for Mothers Day. Cast in bronze, and then given its lush hues via a unique hot patina process. This piece is also unique in that you get to choose the name of the piece, which will appear on the authentication card that comes with the sculpture. So this year instead flowers, give her a precious memento which will last forever. The Mothers Butterfly Bronze Sculpture is part of a limited edition of 25.
Internationally renowned American artist Mark Hopkins creates bronze sculptures that have thrilled collectors and casual art fans alike for more than two decades. Mark Hopkins' unique balance of organic inspiration and singular contemporary design has been called "bronze in motion" for its fluid look, which often appears to display natural beauty in defiance of gravity.
About Mark Hopkins
Mark Hopkins takes his inspiration for every facet of life on Earth, from the majesty of wildlife to mankind's interaction with nature, and produces limited-edition pieces that evoke a sense of awe and respect for the mysteries and loveliness of the world around us. Collectors of his work include Barbara Mandrell, Clint Eastwood, Bill Clinton, Colin Powell, George and Barbara Bush and a host of other luminaries and corporations including the National League Association of Baseball Club Owners, the Atlanta National Golf Club, Humana, Coca-Cola and others. Each Mark Hopkins sculpture is crafted with pride in the USA.
Captivated by form and design, Mark has personally created a signature style of vibrant vitality resulting from decades of study. Encouraged by parents and teachers from an early age, Mark's unique talent developed alongside his technical skills of sculpting and casting. As an artist, Mark is constantly challenging himself to render the rich beauty of life and the deep emotion of the human soul into flowing sculptural form, noting "I strive to express beyond the image, to catch spirit, to reveal deeper emotions, and to share joy. "
About the Production Process
From the artist's hand to the final polishing stages, many intricate steps go into the creation of a limited edition bronze sculpture. First the reproduction mold is made in which layers of silicone rubber and plaster are delicately applied to the original work. Then hot wax is poured into the reproduction mold to form an exact replica of the original sculpture.
When the wax replica is removed from the mold, it is then inspected and refined or "chased" by hand to remove any imperfections that may have occurred in the reproduction process. Next, ceramic cup and wax sprues, or gates, are added which later will help channel the molten bronze into the shell to create the sculpture.
The next step is creating the ceramic shell by alternately dipping the wax replica over a period of several days into a vat of liquid slurry, then a vat of silica crystals. The shell is then set to dry, and the process repeats until the shell has reached the appropriate thickness and strength.
The finished shell is placed in a high temperature oven that melts and removes the wax (the traditional "lost wax" method). The hardened or "fired" shell is secured, so the molten bronze can now be poured into the wax impression.
Internationally renowned American artist Mark Hopkins creates bronze sculptures that have thrilled collectors and casual art fans alike for more than two decades. Mark Hopkins' unique balance of organic inspiration and singular contemporary design has been called "bronze in motion" for its fluid look, which often appears to display natural beauty in defiance of gravity.
About Mark Hopkins
Mark Hopkins takes his inspiration for every facet of life on Earth, from the majesty of wildlife to mankind's interaction with nature, and produces limited-edition pieces that evoke a sense of awe and respect for the mysteries and loveliness of the world around us. Collectors of his work include Barbara Mandrell, Clint Eastwood, Bill Clinton, Colin Powell, George and Barbara Bush and a host of other luminaries and corporations including the National League Association of Baseball Club Owners, the Atlanta National Golf Club, Humana, Coca-Cola and others. Each Mark Hopkins sculpture is crafted with pride in the USA.
Captivated by form and design, Mark has personally created a signature style of vibrant vitality resulting from decades of study. Encouraged by parents and teachers from an early age, Mark's unique talent developed alongside his technical skills of sculpting and casting. As an artist, Mark is constantly challenging himself to render the rich beauty of life and the deep emotion of the human soul into flowing sculptural form, noting "I strive to express beyond the image, to catch spirit, to reveal deeper emotions, and to share joy. "
About the Production Process
From the artist's hand to the final polishing stages, many intricate steps go into the creation of a limited edition bronze sculpture. First the reproduction mold is made in which layers of silicone rubber and plaster are delicately applied to the original work. Then hot wax is poured into the reproduction mold to form an exact replica of the original sculpture.
When the wax replica is removed from the mold, it is then inspected and refined or "chased" by hand to remove any imperfections that may have occurred in the reproduction process. Next, ceramic cup and wax sprues, or gates, are added which later will help channel the molten bronze into the shell to create the sculpture.
The next step is creating the ceramic shell by alternately dipping the wax replica over a period of several days into a vat of liquid slurry, then a vat of silica crystals. The shell is then set to dry, and the process repeats until the shell has reached the appropriate thickness and strength.
The finished shell is placed in a high temperature oven that melts and removes the wax (the traditional "lost wax" method). The hardened or "fired" shell is secured, so the molten bronze can now be poured into the wax impression.
Heron Sculpture Morning's Calm, Blueby Mark Hopkins
$700
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This Heron Sculpture Morning's Calm Blue eternalizes a magnificent moment in nature. Early in the morning, as the dawn arrives, herons slowly stalk the shoreline, through the beach grasses, searching for food. A heron's walk is so graceful and still that it is a breathtaking sight to watch. This sculpture is created by artist Eli Hopkins and reproduced by Mark Hopkins' studio. The Mornings Calm Blue Heron Sculpture is proudly made in the USA, from bronze and finished in stunning hues of green and blue. It is limited to an edition of only 200, making it a desirable collector's item.
Internationally renowned American artist Mark Hopkins creates bronze sculptures that have thrilled collectors and casual art fans alike for more than two decades. Mark Hopkins' unique balance of organic inspiration and singular contemporary design has been called "bronze in motion" for its fluid look, which often appears to display natural beauty in defiance of gravity.
About Mark Hopkins
Mark Hopkins takes his inspiration for every facet of life on Earth, from the majesty of wildlife to mankind's interaction with nature, and produces limited-edition pieces that evoke a sense of awe and respect for the mysteries and loveliness of the world around us. Collectors of his work include Barbara Mandrell, Clint Eastwood, Bill Clinton, Colin Powell, George and Barbara Bush and a host of other luminaries and corporations including the National League Association of Baseball Club Owners, the Atlanta National Golf Club, Humana, Coca-Cola and others. Each Mark Hopkins sculpture is crafted with pride in the USA.
Captivated by form and design, Mark has personally created a signature style of vibrant vitality resulting from decades of study. Encouraged by parents and teachers from an early age, Mark's unique talent developed alongside his technical skills of sculpting and casting. As an artist, Mark is constantly challenging himself to render the rich beauty of life and the deep emotion of the human soul into flowing sculptural form, noting "I strive to express beyond the image, to catch spirit, to reveal deeper emotions, and to share joy. "
About the Production Process
From the artist's hand to the final polishing stages, many intricate steps go into the creation of a limited edition bronze sculpture. First the reproduction mold is made in which layers of silicone rubber and plaster are delicately applied to the original work. Then hot wax is poured into the reproduction mold to form an exact replica of the original sculpture.
When the wax replica is removed from the mold, it is then inspected and refined or "chased" by hand to remove any imperfections that may have occurred in the reproduction process. Next, ceramic cup and wax sprues, or gates, are added which later will help channel the molten bronze into the shell to create the sculpture.
The next step is creating the ceramic shell by alternately dipping the wax replica over a period of several days into a vat of liquid slurry, then a vat of silica crystals. The shell is then set to dry, and the process repeats until the shell has reached the appropriate thickness and strength.
The finished shell is placed in a high temperature oven that melts and removes the wax (the traditional "lost wax" method). The hardened or "fired" shell is secured, so the molten bronze can now be poured into the wax impression.
Internationally renowned American artist Mark Hopkins creates bronze sculptures that have thrilled collectors and casual art fans alike for more than two decades. Mark Hopkins' unique balance of organic inspiration and singular contemporary design has been called "bronze in motion" for its fluid look, which often appears to display natural beauty in defiance of gravity.
About Mark Hopkins
Mark Hopkins takes his inspiration for every facet of life on Earth, from the majesty of wildlife to mankind's interaction with nature, and produces limited-edition pieces that evoke a sense of awe and respect for the mysteries and loveliness of the world around us. Collectors of his work include Barbara Mandrell, Clint Eastwood, Bill Clinton, Colin Powell, George and Barbara Bush and a host of other luminaries and corporations including the National League Association of Baseball Club Owners, the Atlanta National Golf Club, Humana, Coca-Cola and others. Each Mark Hopkins sculpture is crafted with pride in the USA.
Captivated by form and design, Mark has personally created a signature style of vibrant vitality resulting from decades of study. Encouraged by parents and teachers from an early age, Mark's unique talent developed alongside his technical skills of sculpting and casting. As an artist, Mark is constantly challenging himself to render the rich beauty of life and the deep emotion of the human soul into flowing sculptural form, noting "I strive to express beyond the image, to catch spirit, to reveal deeper emotions, and to share joy. "
About the Production Process
From the artist's hand to the final polishing stages, many intricate steps go into the creation of a limited edition bronze sculpture. First the reproduction mold is made in which layers of silicone rubber and plaster are delicately applied to the original work. Then hot wax is poured into the reproduction mold to form an exact replica of the original sculpture.
When the wax replica is removed from the mold, it is then inspected and refined or "chased" by hand to remove any imperfections that may have occurred in the reproduction process. Next, ceramic cup and wax sprues, or gates, are added which later will help channel the molten bronze into the shell to create the sculpture.
The next step is creating the ceramic shell by alternately dipping the wax replica over a period of several days into a vat of liquid slurry, then a vat of silica crystals. The shell is then set to dry, and the process repeats until the shell has reached the appropriate thickness and strength.
The finished shell is placed in a high temperature oven that melts and removes the wax (the traditional "lost wax" method). The hardened or "fired" shell is secured, so the molten bronze can now be poured into the wax impression.