Eve, bronze sculpture, limited 1/10 (2020) Sculpture by Dmitriy Shevchuk
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Limited Edition (#3/10)
Sculpture,
Bronze
on Metal
- Dimensions Height 6.3in, Width 2.8in / 2.00 kg
- Artwork's condition The artwork is in perfect condition
- Fit for outdoor? Yes, This artwork can be displayed outdoor
- Categories Sculptures under $1,000 Conceptual Art Spirituality
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The buyer receives a COA (certificate of authenticity) from a Ukrainian art gallery.
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Stamp: "D. Shevchuk 2021".
Edition 1/10.
The height of 18 cm (7").
Bronze, author's artistic casting.
Work from the series "Satire as the Art of Life".
Provenance:
- The sculpture presented was exhibited in October 2021 at Gamma Gallery (Ukraine, Kiev).
Rare author's sculpture of the conceptual master - Dmitriy Shevchuk.
Familiar to everyone plots are presented in a new, unusual presentation and decorated with the author's humor. Series “Satire as Art of life” has won the hearts of many collectors around the world. Creativity by Dmitry Shevchuk is represented in many private collections in Ukraine, USA, Italy, Germany and Poland.
The title of the sculpture, "Eve", refers viewers to the world history of mankind - the first woman with whom our species begins. The author symbolically presented the image of Eve with an apple on her head, thereby depicting it as a burden for her head.
Shevchuk Dmitriy Viktorovich - was born in 1964 in Kiev (Ukraine). Artist and sculptor works in his own workshop in the Kiev region. In 1991 he graduated from the Kiev Art-Industrial School (now Kiev State Institute of Applied and Decorative Arts and Design named after M. Boichuk). After studying he was engaged in manufacturing of master-models (sculptures of small forms) for manufacturing firms both in Ukraine and abroad (Italy, USA).
Particular recognition of the author received after the release of the author's series of sculptures - "Satire as the art of life. This is an ironic series of caricatures, which turns the viewer to the philosophy of everyday life and encourages us to look at everyday things through the prism of the author's humor.
The author's work from beginning to end - the author himself makes the figure in wax, applies a layer of clay, then - melt the wax. After that he pours the metal. The last step - the author puts the finishing touches (sanding, soldering) and the figure is ready. The entire process from research to finished figurine takes about 3-4 weeks.
Until today, about 30 stories have been created (edition each of them up to 10 copies). Although the series is small, but the sculptor manages to create quite exclusive, original, funny and beautiful sculptures.
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Dmitry Shevchuk, a contemporary Ukrainian artist renowned for his mastery of ironic caricature and humorous sculptures, discovered his passion for modeling figures from plasticine during childhood. This early fascination paved the way for his artistic journey, leading him to pursue formal education at the Kyiv Art-Industrial School (now Kyiv State Institute of Applied and Decorative Arts and Design named after M. Boichuk), from which he graduated in 1991.
Following graduation, Dmitry delved into the realm of manufacturing, specializing in crafting master models, or small sculptures, for various companies in Ukraine and abroad, including Italy and the USA.
In 2010, Dmitry embarked on a new artistic endeavor with the inception of his own series titled "Satire as an Art of Life." This series comprises bronze statuettes, each standing up to 20 cm tall, crafted in the genre of ironic caricature. Handmade by the artist himself, each work is produced in limited editions of up to 10 copies. The series serves as a playful exploration of the mundane aspects of everyday life, inviting viewers to contemplate the ordinary through Dmitry's unique lens of humor and satire.
Through his whimsical creations, Dmitry Shevchuk offers a fresh perspective on the routines and banalities of modern life, encouraging audiences to find amusement and insight in the seemingly mundane. His works spark laughter and contemplation, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary expressions of artistic wit and creativity.
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Nationality:
UKRAINE
- Date of birth : 1964
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists, Represented by a Gallery,
- Groups: Professional Artist Ukrainian Contemporary Artists Artists presented by a gallery
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