Whether carved, molded, or welded, these amazing statue creations are sure to inspire you. Some of these sculptures were made to memorialize historical events, while some are simply thought provoking pieces, and others are just there for fun and enjoyment. But all of the sculptural pieces in this list are incredible!
Sculpture, the art or practice of shaping figures or designs, is a tradition as old as time. In Western culture, its use can be traced back to Ancient Greece, though most sculpture began thanks to religious traditions. One of the oldest and most famous sculptures, even today, is the Great Sphinx in Egypt. Sculptures such as the Sphinx were created to impress a ruler - the king or queen or, in many cases, the gods.
This list is full of wonderful, amazing, impressive, and interesting statues. Some, you can hardly believe are real. Big or small - they are all moving and inspiring in their own, unique way. Please enjoy and share these amazing pieces of art!
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Spider
This giant spider, created by Louis Bourgeois can be seen at the Tate Modern museum in London.
Traffic Light Tree
Pierre Vivant created this sculpture to mimic a tree and reflect the energy of the developing Canary Wharf area in London.
Corporate Head
Terry Allen and Philip Levine created this "Corporate Head" statue, which can be seen in downtown Los Angeles.
Mustangs
These horses can be seen trotting in Las Colinas, Texas. The artist is Robert Glen.
The Little Woodcutter
This statue is located in a very touristy part of Amsterdam, yet could go completely unnoticed. The artist is unknown.
Black Ghost
This spooky statue can be seen in Klaipeda, the third largest city in Lithuania.
The Awakening
At 70 feet long, this giant statue is a sight to see! It's embedded in the earth, struggling to free itself, outside the National Harbor in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was created by J. Stewart Johnson.
The Monument Of an Anonymous Passerby
This monument is in Wroclaw, Poland and was created to commemorate those who were imprisoned under the Communist regime.
Expansion
This statue was made by Paige Bradley and is on display in New York City. The artist asks viewers the question, "Would we recognize ourselves if we could expand beyond our bodies?"
The Knotted Gun
This thought provoking statue is located outside the United Nations headquarters in New York City. The artist is Swedish sculptor Carl Fredrik Reuterswärd.