Dolphin Over Waves by AR Wharton Dietrich Faust Lang, Wood, Unique and Signed, 40cm high by 90cm wide by 20cm deep, Animals and Birds, Figurative, Fish, Kinetic, Nature, Nautical, Brown, Water Creatures sculpture
A dolphin carved out of dark wood jumps out of a wave that is made from lighter wood.
Dolphin Over Waves by A.R. Wharton Dietrich Faust Lang captures the graceful movement of a dolphin leaping through the sea. Hand-carved entirely from wood, this remarkable sculpture brings together contrasting tones and textures to create a dynamic and harmonious composition.
The dolphin, shaped from dark polished wood, arches upward in mid-jump, its sleek form full of life and motion. Beneath it, a cresting wave carved from lighter-toned wood curls and flows, adding contrast and a sense of rhythm. The interplay between the two woods enhances the illusion of movement, allowing the dolphin to appear as though it is truly rising above the surf.
Every curve and contour is carefully refined, revealing the artist’s deep understanding of both marine life and the expressive potential of wood. Subtle variations in grain and finish bring warmth and natural beauty to the piece, while the composition itself captures a fleeting moment of freedom and energy.
At 90 cm wide, this unique, signed sculpture makes a powerful statement in any space. It reflects not only the elegance of marine creatures but also the artist’s celebration of nature’s rhythm and balance. Dolphin Over Waves invites the viewer to feel the vitality of the ocean. A timeless connection between art, movement, and the natural world.
