Which of the following is not true of sculpture in the round?

a.
There are three main techniques of sculpture in the round which include, casting, carving, and assemblage.
b.
It is a three dimensional form of art that is meant to be seen from all sides.
c.
Sculptures in the round are usually posed in order to create an interesting composition from all viewing angles.
d.
When observing a sculpture in the round, the division of positive and negative space is depending on the angle it is viewed from.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A

C

1 answer

The statement that is not true of sculpture in the round is:

A.

While it is true that there are three main techniques in sculpture (casting, carving, and assemblage), this statement is misleading because it implies these are the only techniques relevant to sculpture in the round. In fact, there may be other methods and techniques used in creating sculptures in the round.

The other options (B, C, and D) correctly describe aspects of sculpture in the round.