The Sculpture Collection
Three-dimensional art made by one of four basic processes: carving, modelling, casting, constructing
Processing a bronze sculpture involves several steps to create the final piece. Here´s a n overview of the typical process: 1- Modeling or sculpting. 2- Molding. 3- Casting. 4- Chasing. 5- Patination. 6 Finishing. The entire process requieres skill and precision to transform the original sculpture into a finished bronze artwork.
Schedir Bronze 25x42x23 cm 9,5 Kg. 1992 W.V. 49/1/ Museo Fred Friedrich. Refers to the star Alpha Cassiopeiae, which is the brightest star in the constellation Cassiopeia. The name "Schedir" is derived from the Arabic word ·al Sadr." meaning "the breast". It is away from Earth 228 light-years.
Excalibur Bronze 132x2x12 cm. 11,9 Kg. 1993 Museo Fred Friedrich Is the legendary sword of King Arthur in Arthurian legend. It is often depicted as a powerful and magical weapon, sometimes associated with various supernatural qualities, such as being unbreakable or having the ability to bestow kingship upon its wielder. The sword has become an enduring symbol of chivalry, honor and the Arthurian legend itself.
Urubus Wood and mix pigments 260x112x180 cm. W.V. 1993/09/06 1993 Museo Fred Friedrich. Urubus is a Portuguese term that refers to vultures, particularly the black vultures found in South America. Vultures play an important ecological role as scavengers, feeding on carrion and helping to clean up the environment by consuming dead animals. In some cultures, vultures are also associated with death and the afterlife due to their scavenging behavior.
Rhianon Bronze 100x100x90 cm. 130,0 Kg. W.V. 474/1/5 1992 Museo Fred Friedrich. Rhiannon is a Welsh femenin name derived from the Welsh elements "rhi" meaning "great" and "annon" meaning "queen" or "goddess". In Welsh mythology, is a prominent figure associated with horses, sovereignty, and the Otherworld. She is often depicted as a beautiful and powerful figure riding a white horse. Rhiannon known as the Mabinogion. She is beautiful, mysterious with magical qualities. Also linked with a yoke.
Daphne Bronze 120x78x80 cm. 160,0 Kg. W.V. 503/2/5 1992 Museo Fred Friedrich. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a nymph, specifically a Naiad, associated with freshwater bodies such as springs, rivers and fountains. She was the daughter of the river god Peneus. According to the myth, Apollo fell in love with Daphne due to an arrow shot by Eros (Cupid), but Daphne not reciprocating his feelings, fled from him. As Apollo chased her, Daphne prayed to her father, who transformed her into a laurel.
Skater Wood and mix colours 225x95x35 cm. W.V. 94/08/06 Museo Fred Friedrich Inspired from the Bauhaus the geometric shapes and primary colours, shows the aesthetics featured clean lines, geometric shapes, and a limited colour palette (red, blue, and yellow). This sculpture approach aimed to achieve visual clarity and simplicity. Represents a revolutionary approach that emphasized creativity, experimentation and the integration of an activity into art.
