Sculpture

September 19, 2021

Memorial Uses an Empty Silhouette To Honor Soldiers Who Fought in WWI and WWII

War leaves scars in families which never truly fade away. A memorial in the Hungarian village of Vácrátót pays homage to soldiers who fought and died in WWI and WWII with a moving statue. It depicts a family of four in traditional Hungarian folk clothing, only the father figure is missing from the portrait. Instead, there is a cutout silhouette of where the soldier is supposed to be—alive, in the company of his family.

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September 4, 2021

Learn About Japanese Daruma Dolls, Good Luck Charms With a Rich Tradition

Although Japan has many symbols of luck and good fortune, the Daruma doll is undoubtedly a favorite. Believed to have supernatural and psychological powers, the traditional papier-mâché figures are used to help their owners achieve their goals. Read on to discover the history and meaning behind these good luck charms.   What is a Daruma doll? A Daruma doll is a hollow, round, Japanese doll that dates back to the 17th century.

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August 13, 2021

Stroll Through Art History With This Timeline of 10 Famous Sculptures [Infographic]

Pablo Picasso once said that “sculpture is the art of the intelligence.” Indeed, sculpture has a long and storied history dating back to antiquity. In both Western and Eastern cultures, refined sculpture has been a hallmark of high culture. Whether using wood, stone, or metal, sculptors have achieved incredible results in three dimensions. And while there are plenty of marvelous sculptures that have been created over time, some have become landmarks in art history.

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July 29, 2021

Artist Turns Discarded Silverware and Scrap Metal Into Striking Animal Sculptures

Many of us have a junk drawer at home, full of old keys, cutlery, tools, and safety pins. And while most of us would rather avoid sifting through it, Carolina-based upcycling artist Matt Wilson (aka Airtight Artwork) would jump at the chance. He uses discarded objects and scrap metal to create charming animal sculptures. Wilson began crafting bird sculptures back in 2017, but his portfolio has now expanded to include creatures of all kinds.

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