Modern 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Carole Harrison Cast Bronze Abstract Sculpture
Located in Toledo, OH
Signed nice patina. Carole Harrison (10/30/33 - 4/4/22) - Born in Illinois, Carole studied at Cranbrook Academy of Arts in 1955/56, Bloomfield Hills, MI, obtaining her Masters, she w...
Category
20th Century North American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Untitled XXXI. Glazed Ceramic Sculpture
By Charo Oquet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Untitled XXXI, by Charo Oquet
Glazed ceramic and enamel
5.5 H in x 6 D in.
2019
These gravity-defying ceramics stacked constructions struggle to soar beyond the boundaries of the sp...
Category
2010s Dominican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Untitled XXVIII. Glazed ceramic abstract sculpture
By Charo Oquet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Untitled XXVIII, by Charo Oquet
Glazed Ceramic
5 H in x 3.5 D in.
2019
These gravity-defying ceramics stacked constructions struggle to soar beyond the boundaries of the spaces that...
Category
2010s Dominican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Victor Salmones Cosmos Bronze Soccer Goal Keeper
Located in Toledo, OH
Victor Samones 1937-1989 bronze study "Cosmos" sculpture Acapulco Mexico. 22" bronze soccer goal keeper male grasping a ball. Mounted on a 3/4" thick acrylic base. Signed 3 from an e...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Frederick E. Hart (American 1943-1999), Exaltation, Intaglio Acrylic Sculpture
Located in Germantown, MD
Frederick Elliott Hart (American 1943-1999), Exaltation, Intaglio Molded Acrylic Sculpture.
Frederick Elliott Hart
(American 1943-1999)
Exaltation
Intaglio molded acrylic sculpture w...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
Large Murano Glass Swans - Set of 2
Located in Vallejo, CA
A pair of large blown glass swans by Murano. Elegant forms with a beautiful sommerso ("submerged" in Italian) effect to the glass of layered blue colors. Wonderful statement pieces. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Leather Donkey by Dimitri Omersa for Valenti, Late 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Leather donkey as a footstool with tail and small mane. The brown leather has a beautiful, authentic patina.
Category
20th Century European Modern Sculptures
Materials
Leather
Brass Nautilus Sea Shell Animal Sculpture, Wine Cooler, Vase, Planter
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stylish modernist polished brass animal sculpture is an ultra-chic decorative piece. Use it as a wine cooler or bottler holder, this bar accessory boasts a whimsical sculptural ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Decorative Palm Tree Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A brass palm tree sculpture by Luciano Benevello.
Engraved signature on the base.
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Carole Harrison Gold Leaf Over Cast Bronze Sculpture
Located in Toledo, OH
Signed nice patina. Gold leaf over cast bronze. Carole Harrison (10/30/33 - 4/4/22) - Born in Illinois, Carole studied at Cranbrook Academy of Arts in 1955/56, Bloomfield Hills, MI, ...
Category
20th Century North American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
White Mini Skull – Porcelain Sculpture, by Andréason & Leibel, Contemporary
Located in Arlöv, SE
This crisp white shiny porcelain sculpture inhabits any space it is put in. The human skull was redefined as a simplistic industrial form. Modeled in CAD, 3d printed, and then slip c...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed with Cushion
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of Two Sunbeds.
Design by Salvador Dalí, 1903
Manufactured by BD Barcelona
Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repelle...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Sculptural Stoneware Ceramic Art Modder Beauty by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Calmness by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Articulating Tubular Steel Mannequin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Introducing the Tubular Steel Articulating Mannequin, attributed to the renowned displays by Jack Hruska for Bloomingdale’s. Crafted with precision and innovation, this mannequin sho...
Category
20th Century American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Large-Scale Teak Apple Sculpture on Carrara Marble Pedestal
Located in New York, NY
Decorative, large-scale teak apple sculpture on a Carrara marble pedestal. Has a solid brass connector which holds the apple to the marble. The apple is made of solid teak planks.
Sc...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Anker Hoffmann, woman in dark patinated bronze
By Anker Hoffmann
Located in Kastrup, DK
Anker Hoffmann, Danish 1904-1985
"Maja". Sculpture of kneeling woman in dark patinated bronze.
H: 26 cm W: 40 cm D: 18 cm
The sculpture is made after the preliminary study for the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Happy Tail by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Acrylic Sculpture by Frederic Hart Titled "Firebird"
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Hart's stunning vision of a graceful and heroic female figure whose eyes are closed in rapt adoration and whose hair cascades behind her in windswept abandon. Inspired by his apprec...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
Joan Shapiro Modern Abstract Alabaster Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Joan Hyde Shapiro (American, XX-XXI) Modern Abstract Pink Alabaster Stone Sculpture, carved into an organic freeform shape, signed to reverse, mounted on a tiered wood base. 8.75" H ...
Category
20th Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder in Touch by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Brave Little Sis by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Embracing by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
21st Century Abstract Sculpture Venere by Renzo Buttazzo
Located in Paris, FR
21st century abstract sculpture Venere by Renzo Buttazzo from Italy.
Sculpture in lecce stone.
Delivered with a certificate of authenticity.
Since 1886 Renzo Buttazzo work with Pie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Limestone, Stainless Steel
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Emotional by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Dutch Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Nurture by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Contemporary Sculptural Ceramic Art Modder Doing Her Thing by Françoise Jeffrey
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Each of Françoise Jeffrey's ceramic pieces is hand made, coil built, organically shaped and unique in their own way, thus creating a basic and timeless design. Perfectly imperfect, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Hannah Hansdotter “Stucco Print” Blue/White Opac Hand Blown Glass Vase, 2017
By Hannah Hansdotter
Located in Stockholm, SE
The Swedish artist's Hannah Hansdotter was born in 1984 and has emerged as one of our most interesting glass artists of today. She is based in her studios in Kosta and Boda and has p...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Elephanto- Fiber Gradient by kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
This Elephanto- Fiber Gradient is a collection of sculptures that are inspired by Indian mythology and by exotic animals that are indigenous to India. Each animal is hand sculpted an...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Carole Harrison Cast Bronze Abstract Sculpture
Located in Toledo, OH
Cast bronze abstract statue by Michigan artist Carole Harrison (1933-2022). 10 1/2" tall x 6 1/4" long x 3 1/2" deep. Marked on the base.
Carole Harrison (10/30/33 - 4/4/22) - Born...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Geometric Sculpture in Polished Pearl Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space.
This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can cr...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Cave Sideboard by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Cave sideboard by kar
Dimensions: W 40 x D 38 x H 50 cm.
Materials: FRP.
Available in black.
Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic repetition. We seek the cause and eff...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Salvador Dali Xai 7/20 Limited Edition
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
"XAI” lamb designed by Salvador Dali manufactured by BD Barcelona and Deyrolle.
Measures: 87 x 26 x H 71 (head) and H59 (back)
approximate
Inspired by the painting "Interpretation ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wool
Baccarat Crystal Butterfly Sculpture/Figurine
By Baccarat
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Baccarat Crystal Butterfly sculpture/figurine . It depicts a light green translucent crystal butterfly with its large wings open up supported also by a square crystal base....
Category
20th Century French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Wound by Yulia Batyrova and Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Rhinosaurio- Fiber Gradient by kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
Rhinosaurio Fiber Gradient is the collection of sculptures that are inspired by Indian mythology and by exotic animals that are indigenous to India. Each animal is hand sculpted and ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed with Cushion
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Design by Salvador Dalí, 1903
Manufactured by BD Barcelona
Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repellent foam and material...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
KOYcito- Fiber by kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
The KOYcito- Fiber by Inspired by ancient Asian Philosophy, in which the Koi fish symbolizes perseverance and good luck, this handcrafted marble sculpture makes a great paperweight o...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Turtle- Marble by kunaal Kyhaan
Located in Pune, IN
A Turtle- Marble collection of sculptures that are inspired by indian mythology and by exotic animals that are indigenous to india. Each animal is hand sculpted and reinterpreted int...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Direct Hit by Yulia Batyrova Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture Hands in Blood by Yulia Batyrova Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing a one-of-a-kind wooden sculpture by renowned artist Salvador Dali. The Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat wood sculpture sunbed is a unique and exclusive piece that is...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, "Invisible Personage"
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Indulge in a rare opportunity to own a piece of art history with this Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, featuring the artist's iconic "Invisible Personage" design. One of only ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer
"Clarita" Art Glass Sculpture, circa 1984
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Clarita" Art Glass Sculpture,
circa 1984, unsigned
In the style of Timo Sarpaneva
light scratches on the top and bottom
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Thick Clear Lucite Interlocking Hearts Sculpture by Miami Artist Michael Gitter
Located in Miami, FL
Thick Clear Lucite Interlocking Hearts Sculpture by Miami Artist Michael Gitter
Offered for sale is a thick clear lucite interlocking hearts sculpture by Miami based artist Michael ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Salvador Dali Surrealist Leda Armchair Sculpture Black Label Limited Edition
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Leda armchair designed by Dali manufactured by BD.
All pieces of ironwork in this collection are made of brass. The black label Leda collection has an artisanal application of a spe...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Gazela by Yulia Batyrova & Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Maelstrom limited edition contemporary bronze resin sculpture by David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
This limited edition of twelve wall mounted bronze sculptures is inspired by a fascinating natural phenomenon. In a maelstrom, hidden forces are in play in an alluring dance choreogr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Swedish glass artist. Large sculpture in art glass. Yellow and amber decoration.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish glass artist. Large sculpture in art glass.
Yellow and amber decoration on a square base in clear glass. Mouth-blown.
Perfect condition.
Late 20th century.
Dimensions: H 33.0...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Modernist African Inspired German Hand-Crafted Stone Sculpture with Marble Base
By Constantin Brancusi 2, Henry Moore
Located in North Miami, FL
Modernist african inspired german hand-crafted stone sculpture with marble base
By: Henry Moore (in the style of), Constantin Brancusi 2 (in the style of)
Material: stone, marble
Te...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Stone
Moser Crystal Dog Sculpture
By Moser
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Moser amber color crystal sculpture of a relax dog with its tail up. Below the base is signed Moser.
Category
20th Century Czech Modern Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
21st Century Unique Sculptural Lamp Lady Red by Fantôme
By Fantome
Located in Paris, FR
21st Century unique sculptural lamp Lady Red by Fantôme
Patinated oxidized copper;
Gold tilting reflector
Removable cabochon for a golden or red colour
h. 37.4’’ x ø 13.8’’
One-off...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Zinc
Maelstrom limited edition contemporary bronze sculpture by artist, David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
This limited edition of twelve wall mounted bronze sculptures is inspired by a fascinating natural phenomenon. In a maelstrom, hidden forces are in play in an alluring dance choreogr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Yaacov Agam Art
By Yaacov Agam
Located in Weesp, NL
Art Yaacov Agam
Signed and numbered 25/27 from the Meissner Galerie in Hamburg
Measurements: H 33 x W 23 x D 4 cm.
Agam's first solo exhibition was at the ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
Halitrephes limited edition contemporary bronze resin sculpture by David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
Sheer delight coupled with some magical visuals of the Halitrephes Maasi, a rare jellyfish of the deep sea, spurred me on to create this limited edition handmade sculpture in its hon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Bronze
"Freevolle" Sculpture Table Lamp, Cast Brass Body, pleated handpaintshade
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE the feminine sculpture lamp!
For more than 20 years, the art of "handmade in Italy" has given life to the Maison Sabrina Landini, who’s brilliant spirit led to the foundat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Vintage Sergio Bustamante Brass Snail Sculpture Mexico Mid Century Modern 1970s
Located in Troy, MI
Sergio Bustamante rare snail sculpture Mexico 1970s
Hollow form brass welded construction with great detail and character
Unmarked
19 inch width
9 inch depth
10 inch height
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Harry Storms 1945-2023 Bronze Torso on pedestal
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Harry Storms ,1945 -2023 Bronze Torso of a Women .On a Sandstone pedestal .Storms was trained at the pedagogical academy. Initially he was a tea...
Category
1990s Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Modern sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
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