About Dylan Lewis

Dylan Lewis
(b. 1964, South Africa)

Dylan Lewis is widely recognized as Africa’s most celebrated living figurative sculptor. His bronzes, particularly those depicting felines, stand as some of the most profound artistic statements on nature and wilderness of our time. These works transcend the category of contemporary animal sculpture, offering an intimate exploration of the lithe, fluid grace of apex predators. Lewis’s cats embody a tension that resonates through the very essence of the wild, capturing the primal power and elegance of these creatures.

Through years of immersion in pristine natural environments, Lewis has crafted sculptures that honor not only the animals themselves but their ancient lineages. His bronzes encapsulate the perfect adaptation of these creatures to their habitats, embodying the physical expression of evolutionary change across millennia. Standing before his sculptures, one is immediately struck by the powerful energy they exude—a reflection of both the artist’s meticulous craftsmanship and his deep connection to the natural world.

While his feline sculptures have earned him widespread acclaim, Lewis’s artistic vision has evolved over time to incorporate the human form. Elements of human expression began to emerge in his earlier works, and more recently, his focus has shifted toward creating emotionally charged, erotic human figures, marking a significant phase in his creative journey.

Lewis’s work has been avidly collected worldwide, with two dedicated auctions at Christie’s, the most recent in 2018, achieving a 100% sale result.

Based in Stellenbosch, South Africa, Dylan Lewis has created a unique sculpture garden where visitors can view some of his most iconic works in the natural setting that has inspired their creation. These pieces can be seen by appointment, offering a deeply immersive experience of art and nature.

A figurative male bronze sculpture titled Male Trans-figure Maquette XVI equisitly done by artist- sculptor Dylan Lewis. This sculpture is available now from SculptureCollector.com offering fine and creative sculpture to the world.

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