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Casting a work of art is an art form in itself. It requires experience, knowledge of the material, and an eye for the final expression. In short, it is a craft that demands skilled hands. Throughout history, sculptures have been created in cultures all around the world. Humans have surrounded themselves with them. The classic material, perhaps above all others, has been bronze, which is poured into molds at temperatures exceeding 1,000 degrees and then cooled and polished in its solidified state. However, sculptures have also been made from various stone types, ceramics, plaster, and other materials.
At Crafoord Auctions in Lund, we are presented with 38 pieces of various types in the theme of Sculpture Summer. A significant part of the collection consists of works by Knut-Erik Lindberg, but the curated selection also includes sculptures by Tore Strindberg, Emil Näsvall, and Fredrik Frisendahl, among others. The latter's moose head in green-patinated bronze is one of the highlights. Also worth mentioning is Arvid Knöppel's bathing woman, which can be filled with water up to at least her toes.
