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Creator: Peter Shire
Ceramic Cactus Candlesticks by Peter Shire. Signed EXP 2000. Mint Condition.
By Peter Shire
Located in Kansas City, MO
Whimsical cactus candle holders by the iconic post modern artist and designer, Peter Shire, Echo Park, CA. Each consists of two pieces that can be used together or separately. Most...
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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Monumental skyhook Sculpture by Peter Shire, late 1980s. Indoors or Outdoors
By Peter Shire
Located in Kansas City, MO
Large, over 8 feet tall and 5 feet wide, sculpture by artist Peter Shire. One of the original designers/artists in the Memphis Milan Group started by Ettore Sottsass, this is from S...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Limited Edition Signed & Dated Glass Sculpture / Vase by Peter Shire, circa 1990
By Peter Shire
Located in Skokie, IL
Peter Shire limited edition signed and dated glass sculpture / vase for Vistosi, Italy, Pedestal, USA / Italy, 1990
Peter Shire rare signed and dated glass sculpture for Vistosi, ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Limited Edition Signed & Dated Glass Sculpture / Vase by Peter Shire, circa 1990
By Peter Shire
Located in Skokie, IL
Peter Shire limited edition signed and dated glass sculpture / vase for Vistosi, Italy, Pedestal, USA / Italy, 1990
Peter Shire rare signed and dated glass sculpture for Vistosi, ...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
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Glass
Peter Shire Bronze Teapot, 1982
By Peter Shire
Located in Dallas, TX
A large bronze sculpture titled 'Peach Teapot' by Peter Shire for Janus Gallery, 1982. Signed and numbered 1/10. The lid comes off the pot and the pot com...
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1980s Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Peter Shire Signed Ceramic California Exp Studio Pottery Splatter Bowl, 1982
By Peter Shire
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful and scarce work by famed Los Angeles (Echo Park), California based artist Peter Shire who was a founding member (along with Italian designer Ettore Sottsass and others) o...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Peter Shire 1991 Abstract Metal Sculpture
By Peter Shire
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Wonderful whimsical metal sculpture from the noted California artist Peter Shire. It is signed and dated 1991 lower edge on one side. The sculpture is in good condition with some min...
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1990s American Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Peter Shire x Vistosi Murano Postmodern Bone Sculpture with Cobalt Blue Base
By Peter Shire, Vistosi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional upright murano art glass sculpture by Peter Shire in collaboration with Vistosi Murano. Signed at bottom. Most likely one of kind. Upright bone floats above a cobalt blue...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
Peter Shire Steel Sculpture
By Peter Shire
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A whimsical large steel sculpture by the noted Memphis Echo Park California artist Peter Shire. This work was purchased directly from a gallery t...
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Early 2000s American Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Peter Shire Exp Signed Hand Painted Modern Large Ceramic Pottery Bowl
By Peter Shire
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic work by famed Los Angeles (Echo Park), California based artist Peter Shire who was a founding member (along with Italian designer Ettore Sottsass and others) of The Memphis Group, an international design movement that came out of Italy during the 1980s (1980-1988), and specialized in postmodern furniture, lighting, fabrics, carpets, ceramics, glass, and metal objects.
This work is from 2001 and is dated and signed with Shire's customary "EXP" (Echo Park Pottery...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Peter Shire Large Table Top Sculpture in Red, Yellow, Purple and Black, Signed
By Peter Shire
Located in Kansas City, MO
Peter Shire Postmodern abstract table sculpture, 1989. Enameled steel and brushed steel. Signed and dated "Peter Shire 1989 15/24"
Very good condition. Light wear throughout in the ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Peter Shire Micro Sculpture in Mixed Media, Early Aughts
By Peter Shire
Located in View Park, CA
Unique one of a kind tiny Peter Shire sculpture in mixed media ceramics from the early to mid aughts. Ready to hang / mount on wall (back is equipped with a small hole to hang upon a...
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Early 2000s North American Post-Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Acrylic
Anchorage Silver Plated Brass Teapot, by Peter Shire from Memphis Milano
By Peter Shire, Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The anchorage teapot, was originally designed by Peter Shire in 1982. The Teapot is in brass with plated silver, and is also available in solid 925 silver. Prices may vary for the st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Silver
Peter Shire Anchorage Teapot for Memphis, 1982
By Peter Shire, Rossi & Arcandi
Located in Kansas City, MO
This is a rare "Anchorage Teapot" by designer and artist Peter Shire. Rossi e Arcandi for Memphis, Milano, 1982. The teapot is completely original and shows signs of wear to be expec...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
'Cairo' Chair by Peter Shire, 2018
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Upholstered armchair by Peter Shire, 2018
Upholstered with Kvadrat Divina Fabric, Aluminum, Wood & Paint.
Approximate measures: 60 1/4" high x 40" wide x 39" deep
Peter Shire:
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
'The Patch' Hanging Sculpture by Peter Shire, 2015
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Aluminum and stainless steel hanging sculpture by Peter Shire, 2015.
Approx: 48" diameter x 48" high
Peter Shire:
Peter Shire is an LA-based artist whose work eludes all attempt...
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2010s American Post-Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
'Belmont' Ceramic Mug Sculpture by Peter Shire, 2016
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Glazed Whiteware ceramic mug sculpture by Peter Shire, 2016.
Approx: 8 3/4" high x 13" wide x 23" long (to handle).
Peter Shire:
Peter Shire is an LA-based artist whose work elu...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
'Nob Hill' Ceramic Mug Sculpture by Peter Shire, 2015
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Glazed whiteware ceramic mug sculpture by Peter Shire, 2015.
Approximate measures: 11 3/4" high x 16 1/2" wide x 29" long (to handle)
Peter Shire:
Peter Shire is an LA-based art...
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2010s American Post-Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
'Scorpion Teapot' Ceramic Teapot by Peter Shire, 1982
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Large Vintage Glazed Earthenware Teapot by Peter Shire, 1982.
Earthenware and Enameled Metal construction, Hand-Built.
Approx: 15 1/2" high x 12" wide x 25" long
Peter Shire:
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
'Ascent of Talcum Powder' Outdoor Sculpture by Peter Shire, 2019
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Large outdoor sculpture by Peter Shire, 2019.
Steel, stainless steel, and two part Polyurethane Paint.
Approx: 87" high x 44" wide.
Peter Shire:
Peter Shire is an LA-based art...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Side Table by Peter Shire
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage side table by Peter Shire, Untitled, circa 1980.
Birch solid core plywood and laminate.
Measures: 17" x 15" x 21"H
Peter Shire:
Peter Shire is an LA-based artist w...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Laminate, Plywood
'Side Table 9' Side Table by Peter Shire, 1984
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage side table by Peter Shire, 1984.
Birch solid core plywood and laminate.
Exact dimensions avail. Upon request.
*other models available
Peter Shire:
Peter Shire is an LA...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Laminate, Plywood
'Side Table 10' Side Table by Peter Shire, 1984
By Peter Shire
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage side table by Peter Shire, 1984.
Birch solid core plywood and Laminate.
Exact dimensions available upon request.
Other models available
Peter Shire:
Peter Shire is an ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire Decorative Objects
Materials
Plywood, Laminate
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Peter Shire decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Peter Shire decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 15 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 3 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original decorative objects by Peter Shire were created in the modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Bob Bennett, Vasa Velizar Mihich, and Shlomi Haziza. Prices for Peter Shire decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $495 and can go as high as $35,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,000.
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- What is Peter Shire known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Peter Shire is known for creating bold furniture designs on his own as a part of the Memphis Group. One well-known piece is the 1982 Bel Air chair that featured vibrant colors, mismatched arms and a dramatic asymmetrical back. Shire also produces sculptures, public art and ceramics. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Peter Shire furniture and decorative objects.
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