Sculptors discuss challenges of creating accurate sports statues

Sculptors are discussing the challenges of creating accurate likenesses in sports statues. Recent examples include a Dwyane Wade statue resembling Laurence Fishburne and a poorly received Cristiano Ronaldo bust from 2017. Historically, sculptors focused less on accuracy. Lucy Branch, a conservator, notes that classical artists often recycled sculptures and changed names rather than striving for true likenesses. The current expectation for commemorative sculptures to resemble their subjects is a recent trend. This shift reflects a growing belief that statues should serve as accurate portraits of the individuals they honor.