Meaning & use

sculptural

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Having the form, quality, or appearance of sculpture; resembling a work of carved or molded art.

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The building's sculptural facade curves like a piece of abstract art.

The designer's sculptural jewelry looks like tiny bronze statues.

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Used well beyond fine art criticism, describing anything from architecture to fashion that has a strong three-dimensional form.

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