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What is additive sculpture?
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In additive sculpture — as opposed to subtractive sculpture, such as statues carved from stone — materials like clay or wax are built up to create a form.
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French Art Deco Ceramic Fox by Gustave Gillot for Odyv, 1920
By Gustave Gillot, ODYV
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This exceptional French Art Deco ceramic fox sculpture from the 1920s, created by Gustave Gillot for Berlot-Mussier, is a striking example of early 20th-century French decorative art...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Hina Japanese Emperor Doll on Solid Wood Stand
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Japanese imperial doll Emperor aHinaningyo, hand made from straw, paper, silk and cotton, complete as in photos. Good conditions, some wear from time and long display.
Heigh...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Other Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Straw, Wood
1960s large Rimini Blu ceramic pig money box by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy
Located in München, DE
A beautiful, large, decorative 1960s ceramic piggy bank from the Rimini Blu collection.
The design is by the renowned Italian artist and painter Aldo Londi.
Manufactured by Bitossi. ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Turtle Shell Totem Gold Metallic and Purple Marble effect Murano Glass Sculpture
By Vetrofuso
Located in Milan, IT
This totem showcases a striking composition of metallic gold and purple marble-effect Murano glass elements. The design evokes ancient natural forms through its combination of hand-p...
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2010s Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Sirene Botaniche Collection: 2026 new unique pieces, Ceramic handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Introducing the "Botanical Sirens" collection, a breathtaking trio of unique ceramic sculptures that blend human grace with the raw beauty of the natural world. This stunning ensembl...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Enamel
$12,503 Sale Price / set
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Pair of large Decorative Turquoise Blue Foo Dogs Sculptures, Ceramic Statue
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A striking pair of vintage ceramic foo dogs in a vibrant turquoise blue glaze, dating to the 1980s. Rich in character and symbolic presence, these guardian figures feature expressive...
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
