Sculpture: meaning, definitions and examples

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sculpture

 

[ หˆskสŒlp.tสƒษ™r ]

Context #1 | Noun

artistic creation

Sculpture refers to the art of creating three-dimensional forms or figures, typically by carving, modeling, or casting. It is a form of visual art that has been practiced for centuries, with sculptures ranging from small intricate pieces to large monumental statues.

Synonyms

carving, figurine, statue

Examples of usage

  • The sculptor spent months working on a marble sculpture of a goddess.
  • Visiting the museum, I was amazed by the variety of sculptures on display.
Context #2 | Noun

sculptural work

Sculpture can also refer to a specific work of art created through sculpting. These sculptures can be made from various materials such as clay, wood, metal, or stone, each requiring different techniques and skills.

Synonyms

artwork, creation, piece

Examples of usage

  • The museum acquired a new sculpture by a renowned artist.
  • She admired the intricate details of the bronze sculpture in the park.
Context #3 | Verb

carving or shaping

As a verb, sculpture means to carve, shape, or create something through a process of sculpting. This action involves using tools to manipulate a material into a desired form, often requiring precision and artistic vision.

Synonyms

carve, mold, shape

Examples of usage

  • The artist sculptured a beautiful vase out of clay.
  • He carefully sculpted the details of the face in the stone.

Translations

Translations of the word "sculpture" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น escultura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‚เคฐเฅเคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Skulptur

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ patung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะบัƒะปัŒะฟั‚ัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rzeลบba

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฝซๅˆป (ใกใ‚‡ใ†ใ“ใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sculpture

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ escultura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท heykel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กฐ๊ฐ (์กฐ๊ฐ์ˆ )

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู…ุซุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ socha

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ socha

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้›•ๅก‘ (diฤosรน)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kiparstvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรถggmynd

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผาฏัั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒแƒœแƒ“แƒแƒ™แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ heykษ™l

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ escultura

Etymology

The word 'sculpture' originates from the Latin word 'sculptura', which means 'carving' or 'sculpting'. Sculpture has a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans, who created magnificent statues and artworks. Over time, sculptural techniques and styles have evolved, leading to the diverse forms of sculpture we see today in art galleries, museums, and public spaces.

See also: sculpted, sculpting, sculptor, sculptures.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,610 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.