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What is abstract sculpture?

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What is abstract sculpture?

Abstract sculptures do not depict real objects.

1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
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"Three Wise Monkeys" Metal Sculpture Statue, Vintage German, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A charming mid-century decorative sculpture depicting the Three Wise Monkeys, symbolizing the well-known proverb “See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.” Crafted from metal, this ...
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Diskometal Sculpture of Calf designed by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Charming naturalistic Diskometal Sculpture depicting a standing calf designed by Just Andersen in 1938. * Diskometal sculpture of a standing calf with naturalistic detailing * Desig...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Mounted Genuine Turtle Shell Decorative Sculpture Mounted On Coral Base
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your interior decor with this striking, one-of-a-kind sculptural piece featuring a genuine turtle carapace meticulously prepared and elevated as fine art. Expertly mounted on...
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20th Century American Natural Specimens

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Coral

Two Cheerful Santa Gnome or Elf Christmas Decoration Sweden 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A charming pair of Swedish Christmas figurines from the 1970s, beautifully crafted in bisque porcelain. These whimsical figures capture the nostalgic...
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20th Century German Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Mid Century Large Yellow Lucite Grape Cluster, 1960s
Located in Fairfield, CA
A large mid century lucite grape cluster. Spherical lucite grapes are held together by metal wires in shades of yellow. Fastened on a natural wood stem with green plastic leaves tuck...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Lucite, Wood

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture / Paper Weight, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful fluted Art Deco bronze sculpture / paper weight with amazing patina. Made in Denmark in the 1930s by an unknown designer and manufacturer. Great original condition.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

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