Remembering Romance
$1,463.00
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The Gallery's Perspective
Two small figures, each caught in a single bright moment, bring an unmistakable sense of childhood delight. One child laughs with head tilted back as delicate butterflies land on her hands and shoulder; the other concentrates, cheeks gently rounded, as a perfectly formed bubble grows from a wand. The mixed-media surfaces read warm and bronze-like, lending both pieces a sunlit glow that amplifies their playful energy. Attention to facial expression and the tilt of each head gives these sculptures a lived-in intimacy — you can almost hear the laugh and the soft exhale that makes the bubble bloom. Small, precise details (the fluttering wing shapes, the translucent bubble) contrast with more solid, weighty forms, which makes the moments feel both fragile and enduring. Together they offer a hopeful, tender pairing: memory and motion rendered with affection and quiet optimism.
The Artwork
About Hope And Summer Days Artist Proof
Only the Artist Proofs are engraved signed by Thomas Blackshear.
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About the Collection
Merging luxury craftsmanship with visionary artistry, these high-end collectible sculptures redefine contemporary fine art through innovation and elegance. Each limited-edition figurine showcases dynamic and expressive compositions, blending symbolic themes with modern sculptural design. Utilizing innovative mixed media techniques and dramatic lighting effects, these pieces bring depth, movement, and striking visual storytelling to life. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, every sculpture is a fusion of realism and fantasy, designed for collectors seeking unique and exclusive fine art. Whether capturing powerful emotions or exploring imaginative narratives, these premium handcrafted sculptures stand as timeless artistic statements, celebrating the perfect balance of tradition and cutting-edge creativity.
Materials
What does mixed media mean?
Mixed-media sculpture may combine materials such as lost-wax bronze, fine pewter, brass, copper, 24-karat gold vermeil, hand-applied patinas, and selected embellishments such as Lucite.
Limited Edition
Certificate of Authenticity included
This limited-edition sculpture includes a Certificate of Authenticity and is made in the USA.
Image Rights
Image copyright © 2026 by Thomas Blackshear Legends.
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A world class illustrator, Thomas Blackshear is best known for his limited edition prints and collectors plates. Now, his extraordinary versatility as a fine artist is exhibited in a third dimension: limited edition sculpture.
Thomas Blackshears sculptures demonstrate incredible sense of design, unique eclectic style and extraordinary sense of color. Elegant drapery and delicate detail tantalize the eye while revealing each sculpted form.
For centuries classical beauty has been portrayed predominantly by white artisans who represent white subjects in their art. Thomas has created a new vision of beauty and human emotion through his work.
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