Bronze Elephant and Calf Sculpture by Mark Hopkins, Signed and Numbered

$1,600

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This expressive bronze sculpture by Mark Hopkins depicts an adult elephant gently guiding its calf, a composition that balances emotional tenderness with sculptural strength. The intertwined forms create a dynamic yet intimate interaction, with the sweeping curve of the adult’s trunk drawing the viewer’s eye downward toward the smaller figure. Hopkins’ sensitive modeling captures the protective bond between parent and offspring while maintaining anatomical accuracy and natural presence. Cast in bronze and finished with a nuanced dark patina, the surface displays richly worked textures, from the deeply articulated skin of the elephants to the more fluid, expressive treatment of the ears and base. The sculpture is signed by the artist, numbered 139 out of 750, and dated 1993, placing it within Hopkins’ mature period, when his wildlife subjects were most fully developed and widely collected. The piece is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use. Substantial in both scale and weight, this bronze makes a compelling statement on a pedestal, console, or low table, appealing to collectors of contemporary animal sculpture as well as interiors seeking a sculptural focal point with warmth and narrative presence. Dimensions: 16.25″W x 10″D x 16″H. Weight: 31 pounds.

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