Sculpture

/ˈskʌlptʃər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A three-dimensional work of art, typically created by shaping or combining materials such as stone, metal, or clay.

The museum's new exhibition features a stunning sculpture made entirely of recycled materials.

The art of making sculptures.

She studied sculpture in college and has exhibited her work in several galleries.

A carved or modeled form; a representation of something in three dimensions.

The sculpture of the famous artist stood majestically in the center of the park.

verb

To create a sculpture; to shape or carve a material into a three-dimensional form.

He plans to sculpture a large statue for the town square.

To form or create in a particular shape or configuration.

The artist can sculpture the clay into a beautiful figure.

From Latin 'sculptura', from 'sculpere' meaning 'to carve'.

in the round

Referring to a sculpture that is three-dimensional and can be viewed from all sides.

life-sized sculpture

A sculpture that is the same size as a human.

public sculpture

A sculpture created for display in a public space.

carving

The act of shaping a material like wood or stone.

modeling

The process of shaping a pliable medium, such as clay.

installation

A type of artwork created by combining various elements in a specific environment.

Sculpt it

When the project is getting messy, sometimes you just need to sculpt it back into shape.

Flexing the sculpt

He's been working out a lot lately; he's really flexing the sculpt!