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Bronze sculpture, ‘Yoga Cobra Pose’
Posted by Novica on 08 Oct 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
Posed in a yoga position, a sinuous body takes on a serpentine form. Emne Al-Haje sculpts the graceful figure in bronze, achieving a rich oxidized texture. The slender, stylized personage is an ethereal presence, resting on a granite base.
Bronze sculpture, ‘Vertical’
Posted by Novica on 22 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
A monumental piece to exalt the female form, the woman in this sculpture throws her arms in the air and her head backwards as if relishing an invisible breeze. Her image is cast in oxidized and brushed bronze by Emne Al-Haje, who captures the image with elegant simplicity. Ideal for an aesthetic setting. Set upon a granite base. Titled ???Mulher Vertical??? in Portuguese
Bronze sculpture, ‘Awakening’
Posted by Novica on 15 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
Back arched seductively, toes pointing outwards in the apex of her stretch, this sculpture represents the subtle movements of awakening (”Despertar”). Inspired by the delicacy of ballet, Emne Al-Haje patiently crafts the piece, its swift contours extracting the beauty of oxidized and polished bronze. The figure’s expression is anonymous and mysterious, yet the shape evokes alluring familiarity. Displayed on a granite base, this work will surely attract attention. Clean with a moist cloth.
Bronze sculpture, ‘Movement’
Posted by Novica on 10 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
Like a gentle breeze, the spirit of dance flows through this sculpture by Emne Al-Haje. After studying performing arts for years, the artist skillfully captures movement in each contour, allowing the energy to exist along a continuum of time, rather than limiting its relevance to a single moment. A solid glass ball focuses the piece, its off-centered position contrasting naturally with the sensual grace of oxidized bronze. Presented on a granite base, this exquisite work will charm even the most demanding aesthete. Polish with a moist cloth. In the pieces currently available from this collection, the glass ball may vary in size and color.
Bronze sculpture, ‘Roots’
Posted by Novica on 10 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
This powerful piece by Lucia Prata features an elegant form that eloquently communicates the artist’s ideas. Lucia uses the human form to represent a member of a culture, the legs twisting subtly together to become a root, symbolizing the origins of the subject. Lucia believes that each person should be proud of his or her cultural origins, a concept she conveys in the strong posture of her figure. A fine piece with which to enrich any environment. Bronze with black granite base. Clean with damp cloth; do not use chemical cleansers.
Bronze sculpture, ‘Walking I’
Posted by Novica on 10 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
The everyday activity of walking is given modern, sensual curves in this oxidized bronze sculpture by Emne Al-Haje. A graceful, nimble figure prances on tiptoe and is balanced by outstretched arms that are flung in the opposite direction of the subject’s movement. An elegant, graceful piece inspired by Al-Haje’s experience in dance, this sculpture makes a perfect decorative item for any interior. Comes mounted on a granite support. Clean with moist cloth.
Bronze sculpture, ‘Shining Ballerina’
Posted by Novica on 06 May 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
Emne Al-Haje conveys the feminine beauty and elegance of a dancer through brilliant manipulation of bronze. Influenced by her years of experience in ballet, Al-Haje captures a glorious pose. Although the subject is poised on tiptoe, the sinuous curves provide ingenious balance, culminating in the figure’s outstretched arms. It stands on a granite base. Titled “Dan???arina” in Portuguese.
Bronze sculpture, ‘Modern Woman’ (small)
Posted by Novica on 30 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
For Urubatan, the modern woman is firm and muscular. Stretching her arms over her head, she poses with pride for the Brazilian sculptor. The motion lifts her firm breasts and lengthens the slender stomach in contrast to her generous hips and thighs. Urubatan works in bronze on a granite base. Titled “Mulher Moderna” in Portuguese.
Bronze sculpture, ‘The Art of Balance III’
Posted by Novica on 30 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
Performing a handstand on a partner’s foot seems like an impossible feat yet it is easily executed by acrobats. Rodrigo Saramago is enthralled by their courageous defiance of gravity and self-control. He sculpts this bronze image as a tribute to their art, emphasizing the importance of being able to trust others, appreciate their support, and work together towards a mutual goal.
Bronze sculpture, ‘Oriental’
Posted by Novica on 28 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: abstract & modern, art gallery, bronze sculpture, novica, sculpture
Exploring the lines and forms of the Orient, Lucia Prata portrays a human torso. Powerful and eloquent, its hard muscles stretch taut on an almost skeletal form wrought in textured bronze. The figure twists in a subtle spiral, each plane an elegant statement of the sculptor’s art. Prata presents the work on a base of polished granite.