2015
There are artists and there are masters. Richard MacDonald will go down in the history of sculpture as Picasso did painting, as an unequivocal master of the art.
Only a number of people can master craftsmanship, far fewer, the art of the human form. Figurative sculpture is a language MacDonald speaks with astounding fluency, and as with any language, MacDonald’s creative drive is formed from a need to share the universal dialect of the human figure with those who understand it; this is the unique privilege the artist affords his viewers.
MacDonald captures the beauty, romance and essence of the human spirit in motion. Influenced by the expressiveness in the figures of Renaissance master Donatello, the emotional intensity of works by 19th century French sculptor Auguste Rodin, and the power of Michelangelo’s sculptures, MacDonald’s inspirational, sensitive works are precisely of the moment, yet profoundly historic by reference. And they dance rhythmically for all to see — in the leap and grace of the dancer, the power of the athlete, the gesture and passion of lovers, the spirit rises, and MacDonald captures it.
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Joie de Vivre, Atelier: Contemporary Bronze Sculpture of Dancers, Signed
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Joie de Vivre, Atelier" by Richard MacDonald captures the exuberance of life through the elegant form of three female dancers caught mid-motion. Their bodies arc gracefully, arms ex...
Bronze
Dance the Dream: Contemporary Signed Atelier Bronze Sculpture
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Dance the Dream, Atelier" is a radiant celebration of movement, passion, and the transformative power of dance. In this evocative bronze sculpture, Richard MacDonald captures a danc...
Bronze
Allonge Female, Atelier; Bronze Sculpture of Female Dancer, Signed, 21st Century
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Allonge captures the line and athleticism of a world-class dancer and we are reminded of the essential perfection of the human form. Beckoning a sense of joy, youth, and hope, Allong...
Bronze
Blind Faith: Contemporary Atelier Bronze Sculpture, 21st Century
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Blind Faith, Atelier" by Richard MacDonald depicts a blindfolded male performer balancing on pointe atop the sharp corner of a cube. Bent forward in a deep arch, his arms reach behi...
Bronze
Elena, Atelier Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, Signed, 21st Century
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
“Elena", poised mid-air, elevated by an elegant cascade of drapery, becomes the embodiment of freedom, grace, and hope. Soaring and ethereal, the Cirque du Soleil performer sculpted ...
Bronze
Trumpeter Nude Half Life Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, 21st Century
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
The Trumpeter represents the very embodiment of joy. With a thousand nuances of form, from her outstretched fingers to the carefree tilt of her head, she conveys a sense of youth and...
Bronze
Richard MacDonald Leap of Faith 1/3 Life Platinum AP Bronze Sculpture
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Richard MacDonald Title: Leap of Faith Medium: Bronze Sculpture Size: 31" x 9 3/4" x 13 1/4" Year: 2009 Inscription: Signed, dated, and numbered Edition: AP IV - 1/3 life Pla...
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Richard MacDonald Diana Goddess of Hunt 18.5 Inch Bronze Sculpture Edition
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Richard MacDonald Title: Diana Goddess of Hunt Medium: Patina on Bronze Sculpture Year: 1996 Size: 18.5" high x 23.5" length with 11" diameter base Inscription: Signed on the...
Bronze
Suspension Flamenco
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Stunning sculpture by Richard Macdonald titled "Suspension Flamenco" Finely detailed and has captivating movement. The work is patinated bronze on a mottled marble base. Signed and...
Bronze
"Whirlwind", Martin Eichinger, Figurative, Bronze, Romantic, 54x84x72 in.
By Martin Eichinger
Located in Dallas, TX
The dynamic nature of this ecstatic pirouette must be experienced from all sides. Whirlwind examines the forces of attraction and separation in a relationship. The couple’s solid bon...
Bronze
Joie De Vivre, bronze figurative dance sculpture
By Albert Wein
Located in New York, NY
This joyous in the round bronze can turn on its base, making for dramatic presentation and enjoyment that is interactive. It is based on the idea of the Three Graces which is often an allegorical subject in sculpture. Wein has done a contemporary feeling interpretation of this classic theme. Piece itself measure 12 1/2 inches and sits on a 3 1/4 inch base and is attached to its base at two points and it is a revolving or rather turning base. The two points on which the toes touch and are secured are striking for how little of the bronze touches the base. It is Fourth in an edition of 13. Albert Wein...
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Richard MacDonald Red Dress Half Life 41” Signed Bronze Sculpture Edition of 90
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Richard MacDonald Title: Red Dress Medium: Patina on Bronze Sculpture Year: 2001 Size: 40.75" x 27.5" x 18.5" Inscription: Signed, dated and numbered on base Edition: Half Li...
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