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The Living World of
Sculpture
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Sculpturing has been part of man's
history with noted pieces found as far back as
24,000-22,000 BCE. Most sculptures found in the stone
age were made of ivory and soapstone. But there have
been pieces found made out of clay that were created
during this age.
Throughout mankind's history,
sculptures have been used to produce a permanent art
form. Many times the artist would use expense materials
to extend the life of the created sculpture. It was not
uncommon to use materials such as bronze or stone such
as marble. You will also find many sculptures made out
of lesser expense materials such as wood, terra cotta
and metals such as pewter and spelter.
Many
cultures through time have defined their lives and
beliefs through the art of sculpturing. Egyptian
sculpture was noted by the figures of their kings and
gods and one the largest sculpture of the world is the
Sphinx that is close to modern day Cairo.
In the United States you will find
many of sculpture work based the Roman culture and well
as the Protestant Christianity. You will often find in
the 19th century a classical and often romantic figures.
In the early 20th century many public buildings were an
out let to the American artist use of dramatic and
narrative style. But today, you will find some classical
form, and movement to more abstract designs. But lately
we are again seeing more and more figurative sculpture
designs in public
places.
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