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Introduction to Sculpture

Sculpture, a crucial part of civilizations globally, has evolved over millennia as a reflection of human existence and societal values. From the Megalith in England to the Neolithic Venus of Willendorf, sculptures have served various purposes, including religious symbolism and artistic expression. Ancient empires documented religious and political life through sculptures, with artisans preserving traditional techniques for centuries. In Western art, the perfection of the human form became a predominant focus during the Greek and Roman eras, continuing through the Renaissance to the modern era. Despite evolving styles and materials, the fundamentals of sculpture remain consistent: form, content, and technique. Contemporary artists like Constantin Brancusi and Claes Oldenburg have pushed boundaries, redefining sculpture as an art form with innovative approaches. Whether realistic, abstract, or conceptual, sculpture remains a multifaceted art that engages viewers through its form, content, and craftsmanship.

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Introduction to Sculpture

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  1. Introduction to Sculpture A brief history

  2. Sculpture is a vital part of civilizations across the globe. Megalith, England, 2500 B.C. Fertility Bird Goddess, Egyptian 3600 B.C.

  3. Sculpture is a record of human existence. Sculpture is a reflection of the society in which it is produced. Terracotta warrior from the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC)

  4. Early sculptures of the Paleolithic and Neolithic eras were likely for symbolic or religious, as well as practical means. Neolithic tools, 6,000 B.C.. Venus of Willendorf, Austria, 25,000 B.C.

  5. Some ancient sculpture’s meanings remain a mystery. Stonehenge, England, 3100 B.C.

  6. From small, handheld pieces to large monuments, traditions of carving, casting and modeling emerged in these early sculptures. Trajan’s Column, Italy, 106 A.D. Bronze horse, 1000 B.C.

  7. Sculptures of ancient empires recorded both religious and political life. Artisans of these cultures often used techniques and methods that continued unchanged for centuries. Menkaure and his queen, Egypt, 2550 B.C. Statue of Memi and Sabu, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4, ca. 2575–2465 B.C.

  8. Sculpture of Ancient Greece and Rome is one of the greatest achievements of Western Art This work often focused on perfecting the human form.

  9. During this same time, distinct sculptural traditions developed in other areas of the world.

  10. During the Renaissance, artists again looked to perfecting the human form. Michelangelo sought to release the image that was “locked” in the stone.

  11. Artists continued to work in this style into the 20th century • Edmonia Lewis, one of the only female African American sculptors of the time, sculpted figures that represent both the beauty of the human figure while presenting thought provoking content.

  12. In the 19th and early 20th century, artists shifted from portraying realistic figures in favor of distorted and abstracted forms. Auguste Rodin

  13. This abstraction of form carried on into the 20th century. Henry Moore Constantin Brancusi

  14. Some artists shunned traditional materials and methods and created entirely new types of sculptures. Alexander Calder Marcel Duchamp

  15. Some artists shunned traditional materials and methods and created entirely new types of sculptures. Robert Rauschenburg Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen

  16. Contemporary artists continue to redefine sculpture as an art form. Louise Nevelson Deborah Butterfield

  17. Contemporary artists continue to redefine sculpture as an art form. Sandy Skoglund Andy Goldsworthy

  18. Contemporary artists continue to redefine sculpture as an art form. Adrian Arleo

  19. However sculpture is defined, it is more than just a three dimensional object. 3 fundamentals must be present: Form: The configuration the idea takes whether recognizable or not that demonstrates skillful use of elements and principles. Content: The emotion, passion or message the sculptor intends to convey and how the viewer interacts with the piece. Technique: The sculptor’s ability to effectively use materials and tools. Craftsmanship.

  20. Form How has the artist successfully demonstrated the elements and principles? Chakaia Booker

  21. Content • What message or feeling is the artist conveying? Magdalena Abakanowicz

  22. Technique Was the artist able to effectively use materials and tools? How did the subject inform her choices? Louise Bourgeois

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