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Marble Sculptures Through History
By Sarah Freeland
Marble sculptures have been the medium of choice for
fine art pieces throughout history. Marble is valued as
a medium for sculpture because of its fine texture, its
sheen and for its ability to display fine details
without cleaving or crumbling. The cost of marble has
limited this medium in the past to pieces commissioned
by rich patrons, however, today this medium is more
affordable and it is accessible to a variety of artists
from Europe to the Philippines.
One of the most famous marble sculptures in the world is
the Pieta. The Pieta was created by Michelangelo in the
late 15th century. It has dimensions of 164 inches by
76.8 inches by 68.5 inches. This sculpture depicts the
Virgin Mary holding the limp body of Jesus Christ. It
follows the pyramidal style of sculpture that was
popular during this period. You can tell it has a
pyramidal style by simply looking at the piece. You can
see that the head of the Virgin Mary makes the apex
point of the pyramid and each side of the sculpture
slopes down to the base making a pyramid shape.
Modern marble sculptures can be abstract, realistic or
even mixed medium. The price of the marble sculpture is
going to depend on the quality of the marble, the
popularity of the artist and the design itself. When you
shop for a sculpture make sure that it is right for you
before you buy it. Look for a sculpture that truly
speaks to you, or that will be appropriate for its
intended use. If you are looking for a decorative piece
for your home you will want to browse through the work
of several artists before deciding on which one to take
home with you.
Learn about the culture and art of the Philippines
including Filipino clay sculptures, antique carvings and
pottery - Philippine Sculptures is your source for
information on Filipino art, music and traditional
culture. Art lovers who travel to the Philippines can
find both traditional and contemporary pieces that will
compliment just about any decor. For more on cultural
and historical art of the world also check out masks of
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