Originals in this selection, Expressive and gestural, 2,000 to 5,000 euro.
Formats from 8 x 23 to 47 x 40 cm.
Force in the surface
Expressive sculptures put posture and gesture first, and smoothing comes later or not at all. Gestural sculptures for sale between 2,000 and 5,000 euro come in a format that visibly claims space and fills it.
In this class, expression often meets skill: the work does not look accidental, it looks decided. Rough hacking in stone, the scratched wax model behind a bronze cast or the twisted contour of a figure are deliberate choices.
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Between metal and stone
Metal is the material of tension here, welded, bent or cast. Sculpting in wood or stone feels earthier by comparison. The choice decides whether the energy pushes sharply outward or lies dense in the mass. The interplay of weld seam, notch and sanding tells of how the piece came about.
When choosing
Leave enough free space for the silhouette to stay readable, and ask about dimensions, material and footprint. For cast works, clarify edition and numbering, for one-offs the signature and a certificate. Also ask for notes on setting it up outdoors if the garden is an option.