SCULPTOR OF STRENGTH AND SENSITIVITY
Jürgen Lingl (b. 1971, Bad Tölz, Bavaria) discovered early in life a deep drive to capture the essence of life through art. He trained in wood sculpture under master Hans-Joachim Seitfudem, developing exceptional technique and a distinctive visual language.
Since 1999, Jürgen Lingl has lived and worked in France. His primary material is wood – especially spruce – alongside bronze. With remarkable precision, he uses a chainsaw to shape powerful forms full of energy and detail. Each sculpture is then refined by hand with chisels and gouges, until it truly comes to life.
Many of his sculptures are cast in limited bronze editions. These retain the dynamic texture of the original wood while adding durability, weight, and a timeless presence. Often, the wood grain remains visible in the bronze – a subtle homage to the work’s origin.
Lingl’s often life-sized animal figures strike a balance between anatomical accuracy and expressive movement. Full of vitality, they seem to pulse with life – capturing not only the form, but the very soul of the animal.
Exhibited and collected around the world, Jürgen Lingl is recognized as a leading contemporary sculptor.
