40L x 20W x 35H. In good condition with wear commensurate with age. No major damage to notate. Behold the epitome of artistic mastery: the Signed John Waddell Dancer About To Rise Bronze. This monumental sculpture stands as a testament to the unparalleled talent of one of the most esteemed artists of our time. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite piece captures the essence of movement and grace in a way that only a true virtuoso can achieve. Standing as a large and imposing presence, it commands attention and admiration from all who behold it. As a prized possession for discerning collectors, this bronze sculpture bears the signature of John Waddell, adding an extra layer of prestige and authenticity to its already formidable allure. Each curve and contour of the dancer's form is expertly rendered, evoking a sense of awe and wonder in those fortunate enough to experience its beauty firsthand. For those with a taste for the extraordinary, the Signed John Waddell Dancer About To Rise Bronze is more than just a sculpture—it's a statement of refinement and sophistication. Secure your place in art history by acquiring this masterpiece for your esteemed collection. John Henry Waddell, born in Des Moines, Iowa in 1921, began teaching art to adults when he was 16. After his Army service, he achieved his MFA and MAE from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Waddell headed art education at the New Bauhaus in Chicago, then at Arizona State University, before retiring from university teaching at age 40 to work full time on his mostly figurative art. In 1963, the church bombing in Birmingham, Alabama that killed four young black girls, prompted Waddell to create a memorial monument entitled “That Which Might Have Been,” a grouping of four bronze figures, representing the women these little girls might have grown up to be. This work, now displayed at Carver Civil Rights Museum, marks a turning point in Waddell’s work. Though earlier he had been a social significance painter, representing the ills of society, his interest now turned to the beauty of individuals and the potential for positive interaction. There’s the sculpture of a young woman seated on a chair, which sits inside the gallery at Burton Barr Central Library, and one of a mother holding her son, which stands surrounded by foliage at Scottsdale Civic Center. But those are just two of over 150 sculptures created during the artist’s career, which spanned from the 1930s until his death.

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