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What is contemporary sculpture?
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When referring to artwork, contemporary simply means “the art of today”, or artwork that was produced in the second half of the 20th century onward. This term extends to all art, including sculptures. You’ll find a variety of contemporary sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Early 20th Cent Elegant Dance Ball Bird Couple Austrian Vienna Bronze Miniature
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1910s Vienna bronze figurine, expertly crafted and beautifully detailed in the tradition of Austrian cold-painted bronzes. This charming polychromed bronze sculpture sh...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Pug Dog Musician Austrian Vienna Bronze Miniature Figure
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1910s Vienna bronze figurine, expertly crafted and beautifully detailed in the tradition of Austrian cold-painted bronzes. This charming polychromed bronze sculpture sh...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Late 19th Century Cupid Cherub Angel Figurine Austrian Vienna Bronze Miniature
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic late 1890s Vienna bronze figurine, expertly crafted and beautifully detailed in the tradition of Austrian cold-painted bronzes. This charming polychromed bronze sculpture sho...
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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Renaissance Revival Wall Coat Rack w Lion Sculptures & Bronze Hooks
Located in Lisse, NL
Very well sculptural coat rack with stylish and sturdy bronze hooks.
This antique and practical size antique Dutch coat rack is special and desirable for a number of reasons. First ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Renaissance Revival Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Old Japanese metal carp-shaped flower vase / Showa era / Bronze or brass
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old koi-shaped vase made in Japan. It is likely from the Showa period, around the 20th century. The exact metal has not been identified, but judging from its weight and su...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Frederic Remington Roman Bronze Works The Cheyenne Statue Sculpture 24"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century Frederic Remington bronze sculpture titled The Cheyenne, produced by Roman Bronze Works, New York. The Cheyenne was his sixth sculpture and his most daring design. Moun...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
