sculpture

[US]/ˈskʌlptʃə(r)/
[UK]/ˈskʌlptʃər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. carving, a piece of art created by shaping or carving a material such as stone or wood
vt. & vi. to shape or carve a material to create a piece of art

Phrases & Collocations

clay sculpture

ice sculpture

sculpture park

Example Sentences

The artist created a beautiful sculpture of a lion.

The museum displayed a collection of ancient Greek sculptures.

She studied sculpture at the art academy.

The bronze sculpture in the park depicts a famous historical figure.

The sculptor chiseled away at the block of wood to reveal the hidden sculpture within.

The art gallery hosted an exhibition featuring modern abstract sculptures.

The intricate details on the sculpture were meticulously crafted by hand.

The artist's latest sculpture will be unveiled at the upcoming art festival.

She admired the delicate beauty of the porcelain sculpture.

Real-world Examples

It was a sculpture class, a plaster sculpture class.

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He works round the clock until eventually he creates a beautiful sculpture.

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Some sculptures are life-size others are gigantic monuments.

Source: Foreigners traveling in China

The vast rose windows and the many ornate sculptures guarding its exterior.

Source: CNN 10 Student English April 2019 Collection

Modern sculpture rarely surprises us any more.

Source: New Concept English. British Edition. Book Three (Translation)

I made my first sculpture, called " The Lost Correspondent."

Source: TED Talks (Audio Version) December 2015 Collection

The area is particularly interesting for its unusual sculpture.

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He lived simply and appreciated fine sculpture and fine poetry.

Source: A Brief History of the World

This is a sculpture that Bill's parents gave us.

Source: Gates Couple Interview Transcript

Imagine if someone made a sculpture of you out of gold.

Source: VOA Slow English - Word Stories

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