Modern Animal Sculptures
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Ceramic Multicolor Toucan Couple Handmade in Italy, Bespoke! New Creation, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
De Sede Leather Elephant Toy Accessory by Alfredo Häberli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Miniature toy elephant accessory designed by Alfredo Ha¨berli for De Sede.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Leather
Set of 4 Unglazed White Porcelain Birds, Starlings supported by White Iron Legs
Located in Greenwich, CT
This adorable grouping of four unglazed white porcelain Starlings set on sturdy white iron legs will create happiness throughout the year. Created in the Netherlands, this very moder...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Zodiac Scorpion Model
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Scorpion Model built on a Wood Shelf. Hook on back allows for piece to hang or looks good sitting as well. Looks like a wire frame with plaster or paint over frame. Nicely done!
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Light Blue Fish Handmade in Italy, Choose Your Style! New Creation 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Alessandro Albrizzi "Nest of Snakes" Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Baron Alessandro Albrizzi grew up in, and later inherited, the family palazzo in Venice, where the French doors that opened onto the garden had hardware embellished with bronze snakes. The memory of them prompted him to create the“nest of snakes” sculptures...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Italian Modern Black & White Ceramic Sculpture of Harlequin Great Dane Dog 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black and white ceramic sculpture of Harlequin Great Dane dog, 1980s
Large sculpture, depicting a Harlequin Great Dane dog, with a...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Brass Gazelle Antelope Sculpture Decorative Object, Tall
Located in New York, NY
A brass animal Gazelle antelope bust sculpture decorative object with tall antlers, circa late-20th century, 1970s.
Dimensions: 21.5" Height.
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Pair of Blue Murano Glass Duck Sculptures Signed Cenedese 1980s Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Pair of Blue Murano glass duck sculptures signed Cenedese 1980s Italy with Submerged Gold Finishes
This artistic pair of duck sculptures will brings with itself a touch of Venerian ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Black Turtle Bookcase, Designed by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
By MARCANTONIO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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A multipurpose turtle: its carapace acts as a support for a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Fish Sculpture 24kt Gold Luster Pedestal or Wall Mounted, Unique, Italy
Located in Recanati, IT
Ceramic sculpture handmade in Italy and decorated with the luster technique in 24Kt gold. The sculpture is mounted on a black painted wooden panel fixed to an adjustable black painte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Gold
Ceramic Yellow Fish Handmade in Italy, Choose Your Style! New Creation 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Eagle Resin Statue, Handmade by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Resin Statue Eagle Imperial, Lusitanus Home Collection, by Lusitanus Home.
Decorative Eagle resin statue with hand-painted details and resin base in gold leaf applied by hand. Desig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Elephants table lamp , handmade
By Rinat Design
Located in London, GB
A sculptural table lamp of an elephant mother and baby strolling happily with their trunks up . A functional artwork, hand crafted ,moulded and cast in a light resin.
All lamp's p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Ceramic Orange Fish Handmade in Italy, Choose Your Style! New Creation 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Thomas Suby Carved Duck Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Thomas Suby carved duck sculpture. Represented by Breckenridge Art Gallery/ Breckenridge Colorado. This piece probably dates to the Mid-1980s. Beautifully ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Torch Cut Steel Leopard Sculpture by James Bearden, Orange and Black Enamel
Located in Kansas City, MO
Table Top torch cut steel sculpture by James Bearden. This is the only Leopard sculpture he has done. Condition is excellent with any imperfections as intended by the artist. Acquire...
Category
2010s American Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Bird Figurine by Oiva Toikka for IIttala Bullfinch 'Punatulkku', 1994
By Oiva Toikka
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Vintage annual bullfinch "Punatulkku" figurine "of the "Birds" collection, designed by Oiva Toikka for IIttala in 1994. The bird is made of mouth blown ...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Small White Lacquered Metal Statue of a Stork Looking Up and Front
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful boho chic small metal stork looking up freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your Palm Beach and Boho Chis inspired decor. See our collection of stork statues...
Category
2010s Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Small White Lacquered Metal Statue of a Stork Looking Back and Down
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful boho chic small metal stork grooming itself freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your Palm Beach and Boho Chis inspired decor. See our collection of stork statues...
Category
2010s Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Multicolor Fish Handmade in Italy, Choose Your Style! New Creation, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
French Bronze Equine Statue after Pierre-Jules Mene.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
French Bronze Equine Statue after Pierre-Jules Mene.
Fabulous French animalier bronze features an elegant horse captured in an energetic pose. Bowing...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Ceramic Purple Fish Handmade in Italy, Choose Your Style! New Creation 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Very Large Volkstedt Porcelain Sculpture of a Parrot
Located in London, GB
A very large Volkstedt porcelain sculpture of a parrot
German, early 20th century
Measures: Height 50cm, width 18cm, depth 23cm.
Full of vitality and character, this fine and very large porcelain parrot...
Category
Early 20th Century German Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Knud Kyhn Ceramic Duck
By Knud Kyhn
Located in Kastrup, DK
Knud Kyhn, 1880-1969
Duck figurine of earthenware / stoneware decorated in polychrome colours. Standing on a teak wood plinth.
Signed with monogram KK (Knud Kyhn), 1936. Unique pie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Torch Cut Steel Elephant Table Top Sculpture by James Bearden
Located in Kansas City, MO
Table top elephant sculpture by listed artist James Bearden. Original condition as the artist intended. Acquired directly from the artist.
Category
2010s American Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Man in Nature Head Ceramic Centerpiece Handmade in Italy Without Mold. 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman in a modern way. The woman is gently painted with acrylic color.
Our designer creates these pieces complet...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Royal Copenhagen Stoneware Elephant Figurine by Knud Kyhn
Located in Kastrup, DK
Sung glazed stoneware baby elephant by Knud Kyhn for Royal Copenhagen.
The sculpture is decorated with a light earthy Sung glaze with a touch of green.
Marked and signed KK to the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Joffa Kerr 3/15 Bronze Swans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Joffa Kerr bronze sculpture of a pair of Swans on a round marble base and wood base. Beautifully done, small series. This one is numbered 3/15 in great shap...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Mirror Image, Hand-Sculpted by Kevin Oyen
By Kevin Oyen
Located in Geneve, CH
-Name of the work: Mirror image
Limited edition of 10 + 2AP
-Material: Mirror polished stainless steel and wénge wooden horns
-Dimensions = H 100 x W 80...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Shona Carved Marble Bird by Maikosi Kanyeredza
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Maikosi Kanyeredza marble shona carved bird. Beautifully carved, signed to bottom edge.
Category
1980s Zimbabwean Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Wonderful Rare Modern Murano Italian Cobalt Blue Art Glass Bull Dog Sculpture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful rare Modern Murano Italian solid cobalt blue art glass bull dog sculpture.
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Steuben Koala Bear Figurine or Sculpture Model No. 8268 by Lloyd Atkins 1971
By Lloyd Atkins, Steuben Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass koala bear figurine or sculpture.
By Steuben.
Model no. 8268.
Designed by Lloyd Atkins.
Simply a wonderful koala figurine from Steuben!
Date:
Mid-20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
Maker:
Steuben
Pattern:
Model no. 8268
Marks:
With an etched Steuben...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Standing Tlalchichi by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Standing Xolo by Onora
Dimensions: W 33.7 x H 25 cm
Materials: Clay
Xolo, short for xoloitzcuintle is a breed of dog that has long been a culturally-significant symbol in Mexico...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Bird for Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Bird for lasso lounge chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Aluminum.
Dimensions: 17.5 cm x 74 cm x H 68cm
Drift away on a flight of dreams in Lasso, a visual expression of the...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Lladró Horse Race Figurine in White by Ernest Massuet. Limited Edition.
By Ernest Massuet, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Race of horses figurine joined together and one of them attached to the white, glossy and matte porcelain base limited series. The thrilling energy of a horse race, captured in all i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Lladró Arabian Pure Breed Horse Figurine by Ernest Massuet. Limited Edition.
By Ernest Massuet, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Glossy porcelain animal figurine of limited series of purebred Arabian horse with thick fur on a wooden base. Portrait of a purebred grey Ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Lladró Hercules Beetle Figurine by José Luis Santes
Located in New York City, NY
An innovative porcelain and metal creation inspired by one of the fascinating creatures in nature. Part of the Awesome Insects collection. This origi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Lladró Rhinoceros Beetle Figurine by José Luis Santes
Located in New York City, NY
An innovative porcelain and metal creation inspired by one of the fascinating creatures in nature. Part of the Awesome Insects Collection. This origi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Rooster-Shaped Sculpture, Dino Martens, Venice Aureliano Toso, 1954
By Dino Martens
Located in Milano, IT
Rooster- shaped sculpture Galletto
Dino Martens (1894 - 1970)
Vetreria Artistica Rag. Aureliano Toso, 1954
It measures 9.25 inches in height x 8.18 in x 4.4 in (23.5 cm x 20.8 cm x 11.4 cm)
It weighs 2.57 lb (1.169 g)
State of conservation: intact.
The small glass sculpture...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Limited Edition Bronze Frogs entitled "Love" by Tim Cotterill
Located in London, GB
A wonderful limited edition artist proof bronze group study of two frogs cuddled together exhibiting very fine colours and excellent tactile smooth lacquered surface, signed Tim, sta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
1970's Sommerso Murano Glass, Birds, Doves on a Tree, Sculpture
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Murano glass sculpture depicting four birds in white and light pink perched on a clear glass tree with branches attached to a base decorated with rounds. A nice centerpiece in each...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Octopus Sculpture in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier 'Preorder'
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Made to Order Octopus sculpture in cast bronze by Elan Atelier. 12 to 24 weeks lead time.
Wild aquatic nature, unleashed indoors. This octopus is...
Category
2010s European Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Naturalistic Ceramic Centerpiece Marine Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Paint, Ceramic
Opinion Ciatti Ombres de Chats #6 Bookend
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ombres de Chats by Angelo Barcella are poetic objects, delicate table sculptures. Shadows of curious, busy, sore, angry or bored cats, instants which are made eternal when transforme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Marry Me Gorilla Ceramic Centerpiece Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Monkey Ceramic Sculpture Centerpiece, Completely Handmade Without Mold. 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Sheep in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a brown color.
Our designer creates these pieces comple...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Sitting Tlalchichi by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Sitting Xolo by Onora
Dimensions: W 30 x H 25 cm.
Materials: clay, glazed pottery.
Xolo, short for xoloitzcuintle is a breed of dog that has long been a culturally-significant s...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Large Rhinoceros Sculpture in Resin from the 1990s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
large Rhinoceros sculpture in resin from the 1990s.
Category
1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Pegasus Contemporary Pop Centerpiece Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Sheep Ceramic Sculpture Centerpiece, Completely Handmade Without Mold. 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Sheep in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a brown color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
3 Naturalistic Ceramic Centerpiece Flowers Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Midcentury Hand-Crafted Horn Grasshopper, France, 1960s
Located in Firenze, IT
Unique piece. Hand-crafted Grasshopper figure made with natural horn.
Rarely seen item. Great hand.
France 1960s
Measures: H 19 cm - 55 x 15 cm
Conditions: excellent, no ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Horn
Brown Lion Ceramic Sculpture Centerpiece, Completely Handmade Without Mold. 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Lion in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a brown color.
Our designer creates these pieces complet...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Elegant Head Ceramic Centerpiece Completely Handmade in Italy without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman in a modern way. The woman is gently painted with acrylic color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Naturalistic Contemporary Pop Centerpiece Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Goat Bullet Ceramic Sculpture Centerpiece Completely Handmade Without Mold. 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Sheep in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a brown color.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Tightrope Antelope Sculpture Centerpiece, Completely Handmade Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of an Antelope in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a brown color.
Our designer creates these pieces com...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Modern animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage animal sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern animal sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original animal sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Mosche Bianche, VG design and laboratory department, Stefano Giovannoni, and Superego Editions. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for animal sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $53 and tops out at $6,718,000 while the average work can sell for $1,745.