Richard MacDonald (American, b. 1946), Doves, Atelier

2013, patinated bronze, signed and edition numbered "414/950," mounted atop a stepped polished stone swivel base. Included with the Lot is the original box and foam packaging.

18 1/4 x 13 x 13 (including base); box 20 x 27 x 18 in.

Private Collection, Chapel Hill and Greensboro, North Carolina

Richard MacDonald has always been intrigued by opposites, and he has the range to be able to create both sculptures of delicate, archetypal femininity and powerful, athletic masculinity. In Doves, we see the combination of both: the softness and delicacy of the female and the strength and power of the male. In this work MacDonald employs effective use of the Baroque Spiral to achieve wonderful movement the piece seems to ethereally take flight creating a passionate image of love and devotion. Originally inspired by the Bolshoi performance entitled "The Dove of Peace," MacDonald's interpretation brings classical ballet into heartened focus.

Born in Pasadena, California, MacDonald graduated from Art Center College where he was classically trained. He then became a self-taught sculptor and spent the last 50 years reviving the lost art of figurative sculpture through innovation, passion, and intense commitment. An illustrious career with many awards, honors, and public monuments has resulted in an extensive body of unique works in bronze, including a monumental 26-foot tall bronze installed in Centennial Park, Atlanta for the 1996 Olympic Games, Flair Across America. Now based in Monterey studio, MacDonald has established himself as one of the leading figures in contemporary sculpture. He has his own foundry where he has control over the quality of his sculpture and is represented by Dawson Cole Fine Art.

Good condition; base with very small minor edge chip.