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Salvador Dalí

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) was a Spanish surrealist artist known for his distinctive style and eccentric public persona. His technically skilled, imaginative works have made him one of the most...

Sarcophagus

A sarcophagus is a type of tomb or container for a corpse, most commonly carved or constructed from stone. The term comes from the Greek words "sarx," meaning "flesh," and "phagein," meaning "to...

Sculptor

A sculptor is an artist who creates three-dimensional artworks by shaping or combining hard materials—typically stone such as marble, metal, glass, or wood—or softer materials like clay, textiles,...

Sculptures

Sculpture is one of the oldest forms of art, with roots that trace back to prehistoric times. It involves the creation of three-dimensional forms, usually in the round (viewable from all angles)...

Statuary

Sculpture is an art form that involves the creation of three-dimensional works, crafted through techniques such as carving, modeling, casting, and assembling. While it is challenging to quantify...

Statues

A statue is a free-standing sculpture in which realistic, full-length figures of persons or animals or non-representational forms are carved or cast in a durable material such as wood, metal, or...