The Significance of Realism in Sculpture

Author

Omer A. Knoll, Fort Hays Kansas State College

Department

Art

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Abstract

This thesis provides photographs revealing the process the artist went through to construct a realisitic sculpture. The sculptures are busts of life-size individuals. The procedure includes plaster casts, was reproduction, sprue systems, freezing the wax cast, removing the rubber mold, clay original and model, cast bronze and final product.

Keywords

Bronze castings, Clay, Sculpture, Handicraft, Creative ability, Fort Hays State University, Precision casting, Busts

Advisor

Dr. Joel C. Moss

Date of Award

Summer 1964

Document Type

Thesis - campus only access

DOI

10.58809/RMDV7657

Recommended Citation

Knoll, Omer A., "The Significance of Realism in Sculpture" (1964). Master's Theses. 864.
DOI: 10.58809/RMDV7657
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/theses/864

Rights

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