--- title: "Figurative & Symbolic Metal Sculptures | Hitesh Gilder Art" description: "Discover figurative and symbolic metal sculptures by Hitesh Gilder. From abstract bronze and steel figures to custom wall installations, find unique art." canonical: https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder/original-sculptures-for-sale/figurative-symbolic-works last_updated: 2026-02-10 --- # Figurative and Symbolic Metal Sculptures Tribe Verified · Exhibited at Mumbai Art Fair By [Hitesh Gilder](https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder) · Available at galleries in Mumbai & Delhi; Ships across India · ₹35K per artwork (estimate) Part of [Original Sculptures for Sale](https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder/original-sculptures-for-sale). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder/original-sculptures-for-sale/gallery) I translate complex emotions into steel. These sculptures explore human bonds, resilience, and traditional icons through fluid, modern metal forms. ## Photos and videos - ![An abstract Ganpati crafted from fragments of polished stainless steel, mounted in a frame. This piece symbolizes strength, resilience, and new beginnings, deconstructing the form to its essential spiritual energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9381bc6-d46c-4819-906e-79efb1acd3ca) - ![A close-up of "The Bond," a sculpture representing the love between a mother and child. The flowing lines of stainless steel create an abstract figural form that is both strong and tender.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0aedaaf9-b016-44d6-9227-3da1cf330a96) - ![From my Bull Series, this freestanding sculpture in polished stainless steel features an engraved bull. The distorted reflections on the curved surface give the powerful figure a sense of fluid motion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e301d084-79dc-4275-8828-baf6cbf8cb3f) - !["Serenade in Steel," a sculpture capturing a musician lost in her melody. This abstract figure, crafted from steel rods and polished forms, embodies the harmony between rhythm and song.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8b5e965-82c4-4590-930e-bab6d832547f) - !["The Bond" on display in a gallery. This view shows the full 78-inch height of the stainless steel and brass sculpture, highlighting its elegant and commanding presence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5f68ba1-369b-4082-8bf6-18d9f08b646c) - ![A detail of the interlocking forms in "The Bond." The way the steel bands curve and connect represents the inseparable and protective nature of this relationship.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb607211-cd84-49d6-a8bf-d342f523a370) - !["Eternal Grace," a freestanding sculpture in mirror-polished stainless steel. The subtle curves suggest a poised feminine figure, reflecting the world around her and symbolizing how a woman embodies the life she touches.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e1282cd6-ac4a-425f-bab0-5297a9e93884) - ![Here I am with "Eternal Grace" at an exhibition. The sculpture's reflective surface catches the vibrant colors of the event, demonstrating its interactive nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8717f9d8-7dd6-4dfc-aaa5-116bd6b0d7ef) - ![My sculpture "Eclipse" on display at the Mumbai Art Fair. The contrast between the rough Corten steel base and the bright, reflective stainless steel top explores the idea of light emerging from darkness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0000c462-e621-4a76-9592-729a5ce09d7f) - ![Another view of "Eclipse" at the art fair, showing its scale and presence within the large exhibition hall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3adf9cad-275a-4808-96b9-8e0c6d10eeeb) - !["Eclipse" from a different angle, where the reflections on its surface capture the movement of people walking by, making the artwork a dynamic part of the environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7565a78b-d461-4984-97fd-feb705fb3bb0) - ![Standing next to the display panel for "Eclipse," which explains my journey as an artist and the concept behind the piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b08f5472-7650-43e3-be00-3151a515ec4a) - ![With my sculpture "Eclipse" at a group show at the Audi Mumbai South showroom. It's always interesting to see how my art interacts with different environments, from galleries to luxury spaces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e805b60-e99d-43a8-92b1-6ccbec26da9d) - !["Eclipse" standing proudly in the showroom, its metallic surface reflecting the sleek design of the cars and the modern interior.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de580951-6f41-43ab-87c3-ccec074c9e0f) - ![An abstract "Ganpati" created with acrylic on a shaped metal base. The textured, vibrant painting style gives this traditional figure a raw, expressive, and contemporary feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67101830-df87-4426-baa7-3d913cbd829f) - [Video: "Utube," a freestanding stainless steel sculpture, seen here at Tao Art Gallery. The video captures the way light plays on its bent and polished surfaces, creating fluid, wave-like reflections.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/10b0f361-d604-4237-80d5-a0f2cf0e3ab4) - ![My sculpture "Eclipse" featured at the Design POV exhibition. Its placement next to a plant highlights the contrast between its industrial materials and organic forms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d83d5500-63d5-4780-ac78-eac5e5c787cf) - !["The Power of Being," a 45-inch tall stainless steel sculpture. This piece merges abstract, flowing metal with a figurative hand, exploring themes of self-creation and control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dfe713fa-a045-430d-9ff4-c7315f5e105d) - ![A top-down view of "The Power of Being," showing the elegant curve of the metal sheet and the detailed sculpting of the hand that appears to be shaping it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/15627947-b56a-4854-b153-fc6d02d452f7) - [Video: This video provides a 360-degree view of "The Power of Being," highlighting the contrast between the smooth, reflective surfaces and the detailed, figurative elements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79a7a4c1-02f5-4399-a2e4-3a8e87b9d455) - ![Another angle of "The Power of Being," focusing on the dynamic relationship between the hand and the flowing metal form it holds.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/98c89a09-967c-4d73-9f94-83bacc095ad6) - ![A close-up of an engraving from my Bull Series. This image shows a rider on a bull, etched into the reflective steel, creating a story within the distorted, abstract surface.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99c37c9d-efa6-4bbc-876c-1a17252a611e) - ![A tabletop bull sculpture, where the engraved figure is set against a wider, wave-like form of polished steel. It symbolizes strength and controlled power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14d9f8ed-b2fe-4a9f-9da1-04da5a615e5a) - ![A detail from "Bull Series I," where the stylized image of a charging bull is engraved onto a tall, curved steel form. The reflection adds a layer of dynamic energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/012254f1-6391-4722-9ab9-5c1df232bac8) - ![The full view of "Bull Series I," a freestanding sculpture that uses a simple, powerful silhouette and detailed engraving to convey the animal's strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abe1defe-c730-419c-aed0-414a91e2aabd) - ![Another interpretation of "Serenade in Steel," this time with a more abstract, hollowed-out form for the musician's body, focusing on the gesture of playing music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7da51bfb-b739-41fe-8f06-18d7c5449c65) - ![From the "Drunken DNA" series, this 45-inch tall sculpture combines twisting ribbons of stainless steel and bronze, creating a chaotic yet elegant structure that resembles a deconstructed helix.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e68bf415-468a-44dd-9d12-0ca35d57bd58) - ![A close-up of the "Drunken DNA" sculpture, showing the intricate weaving of the two different metals and the contrast between their colors and reflective properties.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b18a257-e778-4d1d-9605-1eca695e67bb) - ![A throwback to "The Lady," a piece from a decade ago. This sculpture combines a hollowed, polished form with twisting bronze elements, an early exploration of figurative abstraction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41f2b5bc-a827-4ef2-bafc-84050bc303a4) ## About Figurative & Symbolic Works My figurative work isn't about rigid anatomy; it is about the emotional energy of a subject. When I craft pieces like the 'Mother-Child' bond, I use flowing stainless steel lines to capture a moment of tenderness and protection. These sculptures are designed to react to your environment, with mirror-polished surfaces that catch and shift with the natural light in your room throughout the day. ### Translating Emotion into Metal Creating figurative art in metal requires balancing the material's inherent strength with the softness of the subject matter. In this collection, I move away from literal representation to focus on the 'essence' of a form. Whether I am working with stainless steel, bronze, or brass, my goal is to strip away the noise and leave only the core feeling. ### The Series * **Human Bonds:** My 'Mother-Child' series, including pieces like *The Bond*, uses continuous loops of steel to represent unbreakable connections. The interplay of polished steel and brass accents emphasizes the depth of the relationship. * **Symbolic Power:** Works like my 'Bull' series and abstract 'Ganesha' interpretations use distorted, reflective surfaces to represent strength and new beginnings. These aren't static objects; they interact with your space by reflecting the colors and movement around them. * **Dynamic Storytelling:** In pieces such as *Serenade in Steel*, I use structural metal rods to capture the fluidity of motion—a musician lost in her melody, frozen in time but full of rhythm. ### Materiality and Placement I predominantly utilize 304-grade stainless steel for its durability and mirror-finish capabilities, often contrasting it with stone or Corten steel bases to ground the piece. These figurative works are versatile: * **Tabletop & Console:** Perfect for 18-30 inch pieces that command attention in smaller spaces. * **Freestanding Statements:** For larger 6-8 foot structures, I provide weighted bases to ensure stability, making them ideal for lobbies or well-lit living areas. Every piece comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, and for larger installations, I provide professional installation support within Mumbai, including site-specific spatial checks to ensure the lighting hits the steel exactly as intended. ## About Hitesh Gilder I spent years in business before fully committing to sculpture, and that blend of discipline and creativity drives how I work. Every piece in this collection is a conversation between rigid metal and the soft human emotions I want to capture. I don't just shape steel; I invite it to tell a story for your home. 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