{"product_id":"crane-dentelle-sculpture-tete-de-mort-en-acier-et-bronze","title":"Lace Skull — Steel and Bronze Skull Head Sculpture","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1g8f3es\" data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eMetal skull sculpture: a lace between life and disappearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1599\" data-start=\"1299\"\u003eI create this metal skull sculpture as a fragile apparition, almost organic, suspended between matter and void.\u003cbr\u003eIn this work from the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Philippe Buil Intimate Sculptures range\" href=\"https:\/\/sculpture-buil.com\/collections\/sculptures-intimes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntimate Sculptures\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e range and the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Philippe Buil Skull Sculptures Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/sculpture-buil.com\/collections\/crane-skull\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSkull Collection\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, I seek to reveal the hidden beauty of imperfection, erosion, and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1845\" data-start=\"1601\"\u003eThis steel skull seems to emerge from a living bronze lace. The openings, hollows, and tears in the metal create a visual breathing that transforms the skull into an almost airy form. The material becomes light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2216\" data-start=\"1847\"\u003eThrough this contemporary sculpture, I do not represent death as an end, but as a transformation. The skull here becomes a symbol of memory, humanity, and inner permanence.\u003cbr\u003eI like that each viewer can project their own story onto it: some see a contemporary vanitas, others a protective, spiritual, or poetic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2483\" data-start=\"2218\"\u003eThe contrast between the dark steel and the warm shades of bronze emphasizes this duality between strength and fragility. The deliberately rough texture recalls natural corrosion, mineral reliefs, and organic shapes found in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2701\" data-start=\"2485\"\u003eThis piece is entirely handmade in my workshop. Every detail arises from an instinctive process of fusing, cutting, and transforming the metal. No sculpture can be reproduced identically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2874\" data-start=\"2703\"\u003eThe sculpture rests on a structured round metal base. On part of the base, I engraved my signature to extend the unique and authentic character of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3170\" data-start=\"2876\"\u003eThis steel and bronze skull sculpture is intended for contemporary art lovers who appreciate unique, symbolic, and emotional works. It naturally fits into a contemporary interior, a cabinet of curiosities, or a space dedicated to art and contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uAxUFr_RUjo?si=Jk4Bfudz_qtroPBQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSculpture Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 137.157px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 30.049%;\"\u003eTitle of the Work\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 69.59%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLace Skull\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 30.049%;\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 69.59%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sculpture-buil.com\/collections\/sculptures-intimes\" title=\"Philippe Buil's Sculptures Intimes range\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSculptures Intimes\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sculpture-buil.com\/collections\/crane-skull\" title=\"Vanitas Collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCrane\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 30.049%;\"\u003eArtist\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 69.59%;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Présentation de l'artiste Philippe Buil\" href=\"https:\/\/sculpture-buil.com\/pages\/qui-suis-je\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePhilippe Buil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 30.049%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 69.59%;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFigurative contemporary sculpture - symbolic vanitas\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 30.049%;\"\u003eTechnique\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 69.59%;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Technique de dentelle de métal de Philippe Buil\" href=\"https:\/\/sculpture-buil.com\/pages\/technique\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMetal lace\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 30.049%;\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 69.59%;\"\u003eSteel and bronze\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 30.049%;\"\u003eSignature\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 69.59%;\"\u003eEngraved on the base\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel diameter 4 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height 9,5 in - Width 5 in - Depth 4 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gkn3k1\" data-end=\"3251\" data-start=\"3198\"\u003eLearn more about the \u0026quot;Crane Dentelle\u0026quot; sculpture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1q5iw8u\" data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3253\"\u003eWhat is the meaning of this skull sculpture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3503\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003eThis sculpture evokes transformation, memory, and human fragility. The skull here becomes a poetic representation of the passing of time and the beauty born from imperfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8cave8\" data-end=\"3552\" data-start=\"3505\"\u003eIs this sculpture a unique work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3730\" data-start=\"3553\"\u003eYes, this sculpture is a unique piece entirely handmade by Philippe Buil. The metal\u0026#39;s reactions and the artisanal work make any reproduction impossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gd39db\" data-end=\"3793\" data-start=\"3732\"\u003eWhat materials make up this contemporary sculpture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3925\" data-start=\"3794\"\u003eThe sculpture is made of steel and bronze. The contrast between the two metals creates an organic and contemporary aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"joaa2b\" data-end=\"3972\" data-start=\"3927\"\u003eWhy use metal lace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4142\" data-start=\"3973\"\u003eThe metal lace allows playing with emptiness, light, and transparency. It brings a sense of lightness to a symbolically strong form like the skull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"166utrz\" data-end=\"4192\" data-start=\"4144\"\u003eWhich collection does this work belong to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4306\" data-start=\"4193\"\u003eThis sculpture is part of the \u003cem\u003eSculptures Intimes\u003c\/em\u003e range as well as the \u003cem\u003eCrane Collection\u003c\/em\u003e by Philippe Buil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kznuot\" data-end=\"4348\" data-start=\"4308\"\u003eWhere can this sculpture be displayed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4504\" data-start=\"4349\"\u003eThis work can be displayed in a contemporary living room, a gallery, an architect\u0026#39;s office, a cabinet of curiosities, or a minimalist artistic space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tk7ibp\" data-end=\"4543\" data-start=\"4506\"\u003eIs this sculpture signed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4634\" data-start=\"4544\"\u003eYes, Philippe Buil engraves his signature directly on the metal base of the sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"txpkqs\" data-end=\"4687\" data-start=\"4636\"\u003eWhat artistic style characterizes this work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4799\" data-start=\"4688\"\u003eThis sculpture lies between figurative contemporary art, organic sculpture, and contemporary vanitas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1c9wifz\" data-end=\"4858\" data-start=\"4801\"\u003eHow to care for a steel and bronze sculpture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"5009\" data-start=\"4859\"\u003eA simple gentle dusting is enough. The natural shades of the metal subtly evolve over time and contribute to the living character of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14c6ljh\" data-end=\"5074\" data-start=\"5011\"\u003eWhy choose a contemporary skull sculpture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"5218\" data-start=\"5075\"\u003eThe skull is a powerful universal symbol. 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