Modern
Modern sculpture is a style of art that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and is characterized by a number of features, including:
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Break from tradition: Modern sculpture broke away from traditional techniques and subjects, using new materials and forms to convey innovative ideas.
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Abstraction: Sculptures often tend towards abstraction, with distorted and fragmented forms.
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New materials: Sculptors experimented with new materials like metal, glass, and plastic, instead of the more traditional stone and bronze.
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Emphasis on design: Sculptures often emphasize design, form, and volume.
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Movement: Sculptures often suggest movement.
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Site-specific art: Modern sculptures are often created outdoors and are sometimes site-specific, meaning they are intentionally created for a specific place.
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Public art: The public’s reaction to sculpture in public spaces is a modern concept, as new parks and urban spaces were being developed in the 19th and 20th centuries.
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Influenced by other cultures: Influenced by new sources of inspiration, including cultures outside of the European tradition.
Some pioneers of modern sculpture include Auguste Rodin, Constantin Brâncuși, and Henry Moore
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Abstract £2,640 inc VATTeak Root Throne 1 by Mother Nature
Teak Root Throne 1 by Mother Nature, Wood
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Animals and Birds £4,800 inc VATBronze Hippo Sculpture – Hippo Water Feature by John Cox
Hippo Water Feature by John Cox, Bronze
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Animals and Birds £3,540 inc VATLarge Bronze Bird Sculpture – Eagle by John Cox
Eagle by John Cox, Bronze
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Animals and Birds £3,540 inc VATLarge Bronze Bird Sculpture – Eagle in Flight by John Cox
Eagle in Flight by John Cox, Bronze , Marble
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Animals and Birds £3,540 inc VATBronze Eagle Sculpture – American Bald Eagle Catching Prey by John Cox
American Bald Eagle Catching Prey by John Cox, Bronze
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Anon Unknown Original price was: £1,020.£750Current price is: £750. inc VATTabletop Bronze Figurative Sculpture – Dance Like No One Is Watching
Dance Like No One Is Watching by Anon Unknown, Bronze
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Animals and Birds £2,340 inc VATGiant Ant Eater by Reginald Price
Giant Ant Eater by Reginald Price, Ceramic
A giant depiction of an ant eater. Made out of ceramic, it has realistic colourings and is on a wooden plinth.
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Abstract Original price was: £1,020.£800Current price is: £800. inc VATTabletop Bronze Abstract Figurative Sculpture – Blue Sheba by Anon Unknown
Blue Sheba by Anon Unknown, Bronze
A bronze sculpture, blue in colour, showcasing an abstract figure sitting down, resting their head on their hand.
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Abstract £420 inc VATSheep Family by The Dragon Pottery
Sheep Family by The Dragon Pottery, Ceramic
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Abstract £9,600 inc VATAbstract Stone Sculpture – Deep in Thought by Nicholas Mukomberanwa (Unique)
Deep in Thought by Nicholas Mukomberanwa, Serpentine Stone
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Abstract £4,800 inc VATAbstract Stone Sculpture-Warm Feelings by Faniza Akuda (Unique)
Warm Feelings by Faniza Akuda, Serpentine Stone
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Abstract £4,200 inc VATFigurative Stone Sculpture – Headman by Faniza Akuda (Unique)
Headman by Faniza Akuda, Springstone
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Abstract £6,720 inc VATLesotho Figure IV by Stella Shawzin
Lesotho Figure IV by Stella Shawzin, Bronze
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Abstract £6,720 inc VATLesotho Figure III by Stella Shawzin
Lesotho Figure III by Stella Shawzin, Bronze
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Abstract £6,720 inc VATLesotho Figure II by Stella Shawzin
Lesotho Figure II by Stella Shawzin, Bronze
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Abstract £3,000 inc VATMultidimensional Torso by Toma Nenov
Multidimensional Torso by Toma Nenov, Bronze Resin
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Brendon Murless £3,500 inc VATListen to the Forest by Brendon Murless
Listen to the Forest by Brendon Murless, Bronze Resin
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Abstract £900 inc VATNudo di donna scultura (Nude Woman Sculpture) by Stefano Toso
Nudo di donna scultura (Nude Woman Sculpture) by Stefano Toso, Glass
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Classical £1,140 inc VATLes Nénuphars (Waterlilies) by George Charles Coudray
Les Nénuphars (Waterlilies) by George Charles Coudray, Stoneware
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Anon Unknown £395 inc VATScratch Train by Anon. Unknown
Scratch Train by Anon. Unknown, Other Metals , Wood
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Abstract £1,140 inc VATOgre by Alfredo Rossi
Ogre by Alfredo Rossi, Glass
A minimalistic sculpture made of largely clear coloured glass in a rectangular shape on top of a black plinth. Inside the glass is a cartoonish face and ogre ears.
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Bronze £3,000 inc VATThe Queen Mother 1981 by John Robinson
The Queen Mother 1981 by John Robinson, Bronze
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After Fredrick Remington £4,500 inc VATDoncha I by After Fredrick Remington
Doncha I by After Fredrick Remington, Bronze
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Animals and Birds £5,400 inc VATBronze Bird and Hand Sculpture – Release the Peace by John Cox
Release the Peace by John Cox, Bronze
A bronze sculpture of an arm reaching upwards and a white dove balancing on top of the fingers.
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Animals and Birds £6,300 inc VATLarge Bronze Bird Sculpture – Pair of Geese (Water Feature) by John Cox
Pair of Swans (Water Feature) by John Cox, Bronze
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Animals and Birds £3,600 inc VATBronze Bird Sculpture – Flight of Ducks II (Water Feature) by John Cox
Flight of Ducks II (Water Feature) by John Cox, Bronze
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Bronze £28,800 inc VATThe Three Nymphs by Ronald Cameron
The Three Nymphs by Ronald Cameron, Bronze
A bronze sculpture of three nude female figures stood in a circle, all holding a piece of ribbon.
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Abstract £16,950 inc VATPointing Figure by Bernard Meadows
Pointing Figure by Bernard Meadows, Bronze
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Bronze £7,950 inc VAT2nd Portrait of Baby Leda by Jacob Epstein
2nd Portrait of Baby Leda by Jacob Epstein, Bronze
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Abstract £19,950 inc VATTwo Directors by Bernard Meadows
Two Directors Relief by Bernard Meadows, Bronze
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Bronze £95,000 inc VATMonumental Bronze Mythical Female Sculpture – Theia Goddess of Light by Nicola Godden (Edition 3 of 5)
Theia, Goddess of Light by Nicola Godden, Bronze
Monumental bronze sculpture of Theia, the Goddess of Light in Greek mythology. She is flying high with wings outstretched.
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Animals and Birds Original price was: £450.£225Current price is: £225. inc VATStone Animal Sculpture – Resting Ducker by Chris Chiwandire (Unique)
Resting Ducker by Chris Chiwandire, Springstone
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Abstract Original price was: £2,700.£1,350Current price is: £1,350. inc VATLifesize Stone Eagle Sculpture – On the Look Out by Lovemore Bonjisi (Unique)
On the Look Out by Lovemore Bonjisi, Butter Jade Stone
Green Shona stone sculpture of an eagle looking down.
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Abstract £2,100 inc VATAbstract Stone Sculpture – Singing My Heart by Sikombo Adrino (Unique)
Singing My Heart by Sikombo Adrino, Avocado Stone
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Bronze £8,988 inc VATBronze Figurative Sculpture – The Visitor -120cm by Guido Deleu
The Visitor – 120cm by Guido Deleu, Bronze