Sculpture

September 2, 2019

6 Museums with World-Class Sculpture Gardens

There are two primary ways to see sculptures made by renowned artists: within the walls of a museum and in a sculpture park. Though these sites are often separate from one another, some institutions feature both, making it easy to have two different experiences in a single outing. Wondering where you can find some of these dual destinations?

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August 23, 2019

How Caryatids Have Beautifully Blended Sculpture and Architecture Since Ancient Times

When you think of marble statues, what comes to mind? You most likely imagine sculptures of freestanding figures, like the Venus de Milo and David. In addition to these decorative works of art, however, some marble creations are functional, like the ancient caryatid. Part figurative female sculpture and part architectural element, the caryatid has helped creatively carry the weight of buildings for thousands of years.

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July 23, 2019

Sculptor Uses Industrial Metal Wires to “Draw” Portraits of Historical Figures

Using iron, stainless steel, brass, and copper wires to bring the past to life, Romanian sculptor Darius Hulea masterfully mixes contemporary and classical. These industrial materials assist Hulea as he “sketches” in three dimensions, carefully molding the metals into recognizable portraits. Through his work, the great intellectuals and artists of history take on new meaning.

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