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What is a wall-mounted sculpture called?
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What a wall-mounted sculpture is called is based on its design. The general term for this type of sculpture is a wall sculpture. If the piece has a flat surface into which a sculpture has been carved, you can also refer to it as a relief or relief sculpture. Explore a selection of wall sculptures on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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'Leda and The Swan' Bronze Plaque by Reuben Nakian
Located in Long Island City, NY
Bronze wall sculpture / plaque titled 'Leda and the Swan' by Reuben Nakian, with etched signature.
Reuben Nakian (1897–1986) was an American sculptor recognized for merging classica...
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Vintage 1950s American Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rare Antique Gothic Revival Medieval / Chimera Sculpture Wall Bracket or Shelf
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and deeply carved nutwood, Gothic Art wall bracket, Corbel.
If you are a collector of rare and striking Gothic antiques then this bracket could be the perfect addition to your collection. This all handcrafted and marvelously hand carved, 19th century wall bracket is a work or art in its own right. It depicts a medieval figure...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Wall Brackets
Materials
Metal
"The Good Samaritan", Remarkable Art Deco Relief Sculpture w/ Two Male Nudes
By Juan De Ávalos Y García-taborda
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Remarkable and unique, this carved and painted wood relief sculpture depicts two nude male figures, one assisting the other, possibly illustrating the Biblical tale of the Good Samar...
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
1970s Abstract Metal Wall Sculpture by Malcolm Moran of Carmel California
Located in Oakland, CA
Multi colored enamel abstract wall sculpture in brass by California artist Malcolm Moran. Constructed of various sizes of brass rods and enamel coated brass elements welded throughou...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Unique sculpture Maternity in Martellato glass with engraved signature dated 1969
By Fontana Arte
Located in Palermo, IT
This hammered and etched glass art sculpture captures the essence of motherhood with delicate artistry. The jagged surface of the hammered glass creates a dynamic play of light and s...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Nickel
Antique Italian Inlaid Stone or Pietra Dura of a Bayscape with Lighthouse
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and remarkable Italian pietra dura bayscape with birds, boats and a lighthouse handcrafted in inlaid stone and marble and presented in a marble frame.
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Early 20th Century Italian Other Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Marble
