Sculptors

PRAXITELES (ACTIVE 4TH CENTURY BCE)

Though it's difficult to know much about the great sculptors of ancient Greece, one name has stood the test of time. Thanks to the work of great authors like Pliny the Elder and Vitruvius, Praxiteles has become a name synonymous with ancient Greek sculpture. None of his original statues survived, but we are familiar with his work thanks to Roman copies of the originals. The Aphrodite of Knidos is his most well-known work and is the first example of a full-scale female figure portrayed in the nude. This work would go on to influence the way the female form was depicted in sculpture for centuries to come.

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DONATELLO (C. 1386 – 1466)

Italian sculptor Donatello was fundamental in pushing forward art and culture during the Italian Renaissance. Primarily working in Florence, much of his work can still be found in the city today. His bronze David statue is the mark of a significant change in art, as it was the first free-standing nude since antiquity and marks the beginning of Renaissance sculpture. The astonishing realism of his wood Penitent Magdalene shows just how far ahead of his time Donatello was.

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MICHELANGELO (1475 – 1564)

While he's associated closely with fresco art due to his impressive Sistine Chapel ceiling, Michelangelo is a sculptor at heart. He believed that every block of marble contained a work of art waiting to be released, and he just needed to chip away until it appeared. His iconic David statue remains an enduring symbol of the Italian Renaissance and continues to inspire generations of artists. A sculptor until his dying day, Michelangelo was dedicated to his craft, and he continued working right up until the week of his death at the age of 88.

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LEONARDO da VINCI

Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) was an Italian Renaissance artist, scientist, and inventor who is widely regarded as one of the greatest minds in history. He was born in the town of Vinci in Tuscany, Italy and was trained in the workshop of the renowned artist, Andrea del Verrocchio. Leonardo was a master of many disciplines, including painting, sculpture, architecture, anatomy, engineering, geology, cartography, and botany.

Leonardo's most famous paintings include the "Mona Lisa" and "The Last Supper". The "Mona Lisa" is widely considered one of the most enigmatic paintings in the world, with its enigmatic smile and elusive gaze captivating art lovers for centuries. "The Last Supper" is a masterpiece of religious art, depicting the moment when Jesus told his disciples that one of them would betray him.

In addition to his artistic achievements, Leonardo was also a prolific inventor. He created detailed sketches and designs for flying machines, diving suits, war machines, and many other innovative ideas that were ahead of their time. He also made important contributions to the field of anatomy and physiology, and his notes and drawings on human anatomy are still used today by medical students.

Leonardo's legacy lives on, and he continues to be an inspiration to artists, scientists, and thinkers around the world. He represents the ideal of the Renaissance man, someone who was skilled in many different fields and who used his knowledge and abilities to better understand the world and improve the lives of those around him.

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GIANLORENZO BERNINI (1598 – 1680)

Perhaps no other artist defines the Baroque era more than Gianlorenzo Bernini, whose impressive career spanned nearly 70 years. As a child prodigy, Bernini was creating large-scale marble sculptures as a teen. Later, he would become the architect of St. Peter's Basilica—following in Michelangelo's footsteps—where he created the Basilica's iconic plaza and colonnade, as well as its central bronze canopy. A master of materials, Bernini is known for his astonishing ability to create movement and bring forth emotion with his work. In his hands, marble transforms into soft flesh that looks so real, you want to reach out and squeeze it.

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AUGUSTE RODIN (1840 – 1917)

French sculptor Auguste Rodin is generally thought to have brought sculpture into the modern age. Classically trained, he came to international attention after his works were displayed at the World's Fair. Rodin continues to be one of the most recognized artists in the world, with his pre-eminent work The Thinker visible in different castings around the globe. Rodin is known for his ability to forgo realism and decoration in favor of using texture, surface details, and light and shadow to convey emotion. His focus on inner emotion and suffering is a turning point in the history of art and serves as a hallmark of Modernism.

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CONSTANTIN BRANCUSI (1876 – 1957)

One of the most influential sculptors of the 20th century, Constantin Brancusi was a pioneer of Modernism. The Romanian artist was greatly influenced by folk traditions, though he also sought inspiration from cultures outside of Europe. His sculptures are known for their clean, geometric lines, as evidenced by his acclaimed Bird in Space series. Brancusi also created masterful outdoor sculptures. Endless Column is one of three works he created to commemorate Romanian heroes of World War I. The stacked shapes feature a half rhomboid at the top of the totem, which is meant to symbolize infinity.

ALBERTO GIACOMETTI (1901 – 1966)

Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti is perhaps most recognized for his thin, elongated figures. Their rough texture allows viewers to see the force of the sculptor, who was also a painter and printmaker. For six years, starting in 1938, Giacometti focused on small-scale sculptures, with each piece measuring no more than 2.75 inches in height. Giacometti's work is often considered when discussing existentialism and the human condition. Many scholars have suggested that his elongated figures relate to a lack of meaning in 20th-century life.

HENRY MOORE (1898 – 1986)

Known for his semi-abstract public sculptures, English artist Henry Moore was the preeminent post-World War II sculptor both in Britain and abroad. His work most often features reclining figures with a recurring theme of Mother and Child. Moore's figures are often dissected into multiple pieces, yet his clean lines allow viewers to effectively see the figure within the abstract form. Fans of his work will want to visit his 60-acre estate in Perry Green, Hertfordshire. Now owned by the Henry Moore Foundation, it's home to the largest collection of his work.

SOL LEWITT (1928 – 2007)

Recognized as a founder of both Minimalism and Conceptualism, Sol LeWitt rose to prominence in the late 1960s. The American artist preferred the term “structures” over sculptures. He was highly interested in modular structures that were often cubic, with much of his work executed in stacked cinder blocks. Later in life, he began to incorporate curvilinear forms and saturated colors—a complete departure from his previous production. A multi-faceted artist, LeWitt is also recognized for his wall drawings, gouaches, and architectural projects.

LOUISE BOURGEOIS (1911 – 2010)

Most well-known for her public art and installations, French-American sculptor Louise Bourgeois rose to international acclaim in 1982 after the Museum of Modern Art held her first retrospective. By this time, she was already in her 70s and had enjoyed a prolific career. Drawing from her own life experience, her sculptures often explore themes of family, sexuality, and death. In the 1990s, Bourgeois began using the spider as a symbol in her art. Maman was cast as an edition of six bronzes and stands over 30 feet high. The work is an ode to the sculptor's mother, who died when she was a child and speaks to her strength and protection over her family.