Sculpture Lord of Time, author Dmitry Shevchuk

The Philosophical Paradox: "Lord of Time"

Immerse yourself in a world of deep intellectual reflection and sophisticated satire with "Lord of Time"—an exquisite 2026 original bronze sculpture created by the acclaimed and highly talented master, Dmytro Shevchuk. At the center of this captivating composition sits a whimsical, aristocratic figure perched thoughtfully on a polished, perforated "sphere of probability." Balanced atop the character's head is a complex structure: a hand-polished sundial and a vertical directional vector—a kind of cosmic navigation crown designed to calculate spacetime coordinates and time travel trajectories.

Technical Specifications:

• Artwork Title: "Lord of Time"
• Artist: Dmytro Shevchuk
• Year of Creation: 2026
• Medium / Technique: Cast bronze, hand polishing, patination, and toning (author's technique)
• Edition: Limited Edition, piece 1 of 10
• Dimensions: 30 x 15 x 12 cm (11.8 x 5.9 x 4.7 inches)
• Authenticity: The work is hand-signed and numbered by the artist; an official Certificate of Authenticity is included.

The aesthetic perfection of "Lord of Time" lies in its striking interplay of textures and contrasting metal finishes. Shevchuk masterfully juxtaposes the deep tones of hand-patinated dark bronze across the figure's garments with radiant, hand-polished golden accents on the probability sphere and the vector crown. Every beam of light gliding across the sculpture's surface reveals intricate, hand-chiseled details: the pensive facial expression, the elegant contours of the hands, and the geometric precision of the sundial. This masterpiece invites art connoisseurs to discover their own philosophy—whether it's reflecting on the illusion of controlling time, the irony of fate, or the eternal nature of human curiosity.

Crafted using Shevchuk's signature author's technique, this handmade bronze statuette represents the pinnacle of contemporary conceptual art. "Lord of Time" is released in a strictly limited edition of only 10 pieces worldwide. It is a rare collectible capable of becoming a striking centerpiece in any interior, perfectly suited to grace an executive desk, a luxurious mantelpiece, or a private gallery collection. Acquiring bronze sculptures of this caliber, which unite centuries-old foundry traditions with modern conceptual design, is a highly secure art investment.

Acquiring a piece by Dmytro Shevchuk means adding a work by a truly famous, highly sought-after, and professional sculptor to your collection. Dmytro Shevchuk was born in 1964 in Kyiv. His lifelong passion for sculpture culminated in his 1991 graduation from the prestigious Kyiv State Institute of Decorative and Applied Arts and Design. The early stages of his career were marked by creating complex master models for major art production companies in Italy and the USA; the master gained international recognition for the supreme anatomical precision of his works.

In 2010, Shevchuk introduced his famous author series, "Satire as the Art of Life"—a unique collection of small bronze sculptures (up to 20 cm in height) that explores human nature through witty, ironic caricature. Every individual piece is cast, hand-finished, patinated, and polished by the artist himself. The edition size is strictly limited to no more than 10 copies worldwide. Today, his bronze sculptures adorn exclusive private collections across the US, Italy, Ukraine, and beyond.

To guarantee the delivery of this intricate bronze sculpture in flawless condition, we employ white-glove packaging protocols. The sculpture is wrapped in soft, non-abrasive archival material, secured inside custom-fitted, high-density shock-absorbing foam, and placed in a reinforced heavy-duty box specifically engineered to protect fragile protruding elements like the directional vector. The package includes all official state cultural export documents, ensuring seamless and expedited customs clearance for delivery directly to your home or office—in the US or anywhere in the world.