Frederick E Hart "Heroic Spirit" 1991 Clear Acrylic Sculpture

Description: "Heroic Spirit" Artist: Frederick E. Hart (1943 - 1999) With "Heroic Spirit of Mankind", Hart beautifully captures his vision of the emerging human spirit. The medium of cast acrylic along with his embedment process allowed Hart to "sculpt light". expanding on the spiritual ideas first explored in "The Creation Sculptures" for the National Cathedral in Washington D. C. Originally, "Heroic Spirit of Mankind" was conceived by Hart as a series. Theindividual male and female forms, represented in bronze in "Ascent to Victory", evolved into multiple figures with "Grace of Motion" finally culminating in the masterful "Heroic Spirit of Mankind" which was intended as a tribute to the spirit of the Olympic athlete. The design was proposed for the individual and the collective spirit of humanity emerging triumphantly. Frederick Hart understood the figure as intimately as any artist of his generation and with these works leaves us with a lasting impression of the dignity of the human soul. FREDERICK E. HART Having been born in Atlanta with the traditions of Southern country life instilled in him, Frederick Hart chose to spend his life in South Carolina. He named his 135 acres estate after his late sister, Chesley. He used to host gatherings of "Centerists" (A group of artists, poets, philosophers, and other who share his vision in exchanging ideas) His lifestyle was a far cry from the young, aspiring artist who applied for a job at the Washington National Cathedral in 1967 to learn the skill of stone carving. Hart recalls, "The Cathedral became a magical place for me, a place outside of this century. The wonderful Italian stone carvers who worked there were the last of a generation, a link back to the major American architectural works of the early 1900's, to buildings like the Supreme Court, The Federal Triangle, and Grand Central Station, as well as to the great American sculptors Augustus Saint-Gaudens and Daniel Chester French." PAYMENT AND SHIPPING POLICY *** All quotes are for shipments within the U.S., all other destinations require special quotes. Payment to be received within 3 days of end of auction to avoid the eBay unpaid item notice. Payment may be made via PayPal U.S. Currency Only Your items will be shipped promptly. If you have concerns about your purchase please notify me. Cost for S&H & ins. on this item: Please use Shipping Calculator. Olympic Posters and Art

Price: 9250 USD

Location: Miami Beach, Florida

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