Modeling the Figure in Clay : A Sculptor's Guide to Anatomy

Margrit Malmstorm

ISBN 10: 0823030970 / ISBN 13: 9780823030972

Published by Watson_Guptill Publication, 1980

About this Item

Book condition is near fine. Hard cover. Dust jacket is very good. Light tear front bottom corner of the dust jacket. Book boards are clean & unmarked front and back of the book. Book block is clean & unmarked all side of the book. Spine intact. Text body is clean & unmarked throughout the book. Extra charges for over-sea shipping due to the weight of the book is over 500gram. See photos. "Modeling the Figure in Clay" by Bruno Lucchesi is a comprehensive guide for sculptors, focusing on anatomical accuracy and artistic techniques for creating human figures in clay. Overview of the Book Author: Bruno Lucchesi, a master sculptor, has been recognized for his contributions to the field of sculpture and has received numerous awards, including the Guggenheim Fellowship and the Gold Medal from the National Academy of Design. Content: This book serves as an indispensable resource for sculptors, providing a detailed exploration of human anatomy. It guides readers through the process of creating a figure in clay, starting from the skeleton, adding muscles, and finishing with intricate details of the face and hair. The book emphasizes understanding form in three dimensions, which is crucial for effective sculpting. 2 2 Sources Significance Educational Resource: For over thirty years, "Modeling the Figure in Clay" has been a vital tool for artists who wish to enhance their understanding of human anatomy and improve their sculpting skills. It is particularly beneficial for those who think and visualize in three dimensions. Illustrations and Techniques: The book includes numerous illustrations and step-by-step instructions, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced sculptors looking to refine their techniques. This guide is not only a practical manual for sculptors but also a celebration of the art of figure modeling, making it a valuable addition to any artist's library. Book weight is 0.755kg.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Modeling the Figure in Clay : A Sculptor's Guide to Anatomy
• Publisher: Watson_Guptill Publication
• Publication Date: 1980
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0823030970
• ISBN 13: 9780823030972
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Bruno Lucchesi
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Master sculptor Bruno Lucchesi invites you on a guided tour of the human form. Follow him as he creates a figure in clay—literally from the inside out—starting with the skeleton, laying on the muslces to show male and female anatomy, and finishing with a complete figure sculpture with every detail of face and hair carefully modeled.

About the Author

Bruno Lucchesi is perhaps best known for his smaller figures and is genre sculptures, but he also does major, large commissioned pieces. His sculptures have been added to the collections of the Whitney Museum of American ARt, The Brooklyn Museuem, the Dallas Museum of Fine Arts, The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, among others. He has received awards from the National Academy, which elected him Member in 1975, the National Arts Club, and the Architectural League, and he was a Guggenheim Fellow in 1962-63. Bruno lives in New York.