Robert L. Refvem (American, b. 1933), Life-Size Bronze Blue Heron

1987, patinated bronze, edition 13 of 20, incised signature, date, and numbered "R L Refvem / © 1987 / R L REFVEM / 13/20" to the cast branchwork base, mounted atop a stone base. 54 1/2 x 45 x 23 in. Sculptor, Robert Refvem, is known for his ability to capture grace and fluid movement in his realistic bronze figurative sculpture. A favorite subject of the artist is various bird species and the human figure. Born on Christmas Day in Frankfort, South Dakota, he lived in Washington State before moving to Jackson, Wyoming in 1973, and finally to Colorado in late 1990. He exhibited in shows throughout the United States, including the prestigious Audubon Art Exhibit of Alaska Wildlife and Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum "Birds of Art." He has won accolades from Allied Artists Professional League Grand National Exhibition, Society of Animal Artists Exhibition, and Salmagundi Club Open Sculpture Exhibition in New York. Refvem is a member of Allied Artists of America, American Artists Professional League, Society of Animal Artists, and an associate member of National Sculpture Society. Surface staining and oxidation greening/spotting from outdoor display.

Estimate:£832.51

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