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ABSTRACT STYLE

Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.

Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.

Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.

Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.

Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.

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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Abstract
Untitled
Located in Barcelona, ES
The sculpture is being offered with a work and authenticity certificate
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Resin

Untitled
Located in Barcelona, ES
The sculpture is being offered with a work and authenticity certificate
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Untitled
Located in Barcelona, ES
The sculpture is being offered with a work and authenticity certificate
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Resin

Spirit II
Located in Malmö, SE
Hugh Chapman is an emerging British sculptor who works with some of the finest foundries and bronze experts in the UK to produce bold, dynamic sculptures ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Stainless Steel

Nebza I Sculpture by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez a.k.a CarmWorks
Located in Paris, FR
Nebza I by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez Iranian Pink Marble Dimensions: H. 16 cm x 15 cm x 4 cm Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez is a Colombian born designer with a degree in In...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Marble

Nebza II Sculpture by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez a.k.a CarmWorks
Located in Paris, FR
Nebza II by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez Iranian Pink Marble Dimensions: H. 10.5 cm x 33 cm x 4 cm Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez is a Colombian born designer with a degree in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Marble

Candleholder for 3 Candles Sphere Sculpture Steel Black Abstract Minimalist
Located in Valencia, ES
Original, one-of-a-kind. Made in England, 2021. Black. Minimalistic. Abstract. Spheres: from molecules to planets. Look around: mono sphere or billions of small combinations of spher...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Lulo 2 - Wood sculpture by Zlata Kornilova, Yakisugi technique
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Lulo 2 Limited edition of 12 Dimensions : H. 89 cm x D. 27 cm Mediums: Ash, oil, brass Japanese technique Yakisugi LULO - Collection Climbing. Both word and action are ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Brass

Advance
Located in Malmö, SE
Hugh Chapman is an emerging British sculptor who works with some of the finest foundries and bronze experts in the UK to produce bold, dynamic sculptures ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Stainless Steel

Lulo 1 - Wood sculpture by Zlata Kornilova, Yakisugi technique
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Lulo 1 Limited edition of 12 Dimensions : H. 80 cm x D. 27 cm Mediums: Ash, oil, brass Japanese technique Yakisugi LULO - Collection Climbing. Both word and action are ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Marcus Centmayer - "Kinetic Series - The Pendulum 01/23" - sculpture
Located in Winterswijk, NL
Marcus Centmayer - "Kinetic Series - The Pendulum 01/23". "The Pendulum" kinetic sculpture made of steel, cut, welded, brushed. Using small iron (= railway fittings) that the artist...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

ANGEL
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
Creating a sculpture from sleeves, I decided to draw an analogy with the Guardian Angel, who in these difficult times for Ukrainians is embodied in the form of a weapon with which br...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Enamel, Steel

"CNC 34" Wall sculpture- tan, wood, modernism, mid century, pink, blue, grey
Located in Marmora, NJ
CNC 34 (2022) DIMENSIONS: 18“ (h) x 12“ (w) MATERIALS: MDF, plasterbord, masonry paint Operating from his studio in the north-east of England, Fashion Design graduate Deane Hodgson...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Large and Rare Coupe Sculpted from Brazilian Sodalite.
Located in Cotignac, FR
Contemporary large scale French sculpture, carved from blue Brazilian sodalite, in the form of a large elongated vessel or 'coupe' by Georges Vassal a French artist living in the sou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Precious Stone

South African Contemporary Art by Casper Versluis - Serene
Located in Paris, IDF
Steel on the concrete base 1/1 Units
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Concrete, Steel

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Wedge
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with acrylic on solid maple with satin clearcoat Small Pop series are minimalist driven, wood wall sculptures that are small and blocky and feature bright saturated col...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

"Whispering", Red Pink Burgundy Metal Hand-Woven Multi-Part Airy Mural Sculpture
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Titled "Whispering", this ten-part airy abstract sculpture of meticulous mesh represents mouths which are whispering. This artwork is entirely hand-wove...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

1980 Italy Post-Modern Alessandro Guerriero Abstract Sculpture Goodluck Black
Located in Brescia, IT
This artwork was created by the Italian artist Alessandro Guierriero, it is a multiple of a serie of specimens made in limited edition not numbered. The set is forged in aluminum an...
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Late 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Bend
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with spray acrylic on solid walnut satin finish Small Pop series are minimalist driven, wood wall sculptures that are small and blocky and feature bright saturated colo...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

KOOKABURRA
Located in Milano, IT
Master glassblower Lino Tagliapietra is one of the world’s most prominent glass artists. Trained in traditional Venetian techniques, Tagliapietra is a key influence on the American studio glass movement. In 1955, at the age of 21, Tagliapietra received the title of maestro. He established himself with vividly colored sculptures, which often take the shape of elegant teardrops. Master glass artists Dale Chihuly and Benjamin Moore invited Tagliapietra to teach at Pilchuck Glass...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Glass, Blown Glass

Unfurling Maquette
Located in Malmö, SE
Hugh Chapman is an emerging British sculptor who works with some of the finest foundries and bronze experts in the UK to produce bold, dynamic sculptures in bronze and steel. Hugh Chapman's work is inspired by the South Downs in England and his modus as a sculptor is to craft sculpture that creates a positive psychological and emotional impact. His process and intentions are deeply grounded in his desire to establish a dialogue between man’s practices and nature’s dynamics of rhythms and systems. Unfurling Maquette is an elegant work, ideal for a an exquisite centre piece, inspired by the forms and shapes of the natural world conceived as a monumental sculpture. It has been cast in bronze and hand-finished with a dark almost embody patina by Morris Singer foundry in England. Unfurling Maquette is the 1st edition of 9 and sits on a discreet black bronze plinth which contrasts the beauty of the bronze. This work was exhibited at the Nordic Art Agency...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Wavy Olive
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with spray acrylic on maple with gloss clear coat Small Pop series are minimalist driven, wood wall sculptures that are small and blocky and feature bright saturated co...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Coating, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Poplar

Scything
Located in Malmö, SE
Hugh Chapman is an emerging British sculptor who works with some of the finest foundries and bronze experts in the UK to produce bold, dynamic sculptures ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Orbit by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary Rusted Steel sculpture for Outdoors
Located in DE
Artist: Kuno Vollet Title: Orbit Contemporary rusted steel sculpture for inside or garden outdoor spaces. Beautiful circle - sign for infinit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Vingt ans de B.S.N.
Located in Paris, FR
Earthenware, 1986 Publisher : Atelier de Segries (Moustiers-Sainte-Marie) Diameter: 25cm The energy of the artist's gesture can be seen in the peta...
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1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Earthenware

New Landscape
Located in Malmö, SE
Hugh Chapman is an emerging British sculptor who works with some of the finest foundries and bronze experts in the UK to produce bold, dynamic sculptures in bronze and steel. Hugh Chapman's work is inspired by the South Downs in England and his modus as a sculptor is to craft sculpture that creates a positive psychological and emotional impact. His process and intentions are deeply grounded in his desire to establish a dialogue between man’s practices and nature’s dynamics of rhythms and systems. New Landscape is a beautiful work, ideal for a an exquisite centre piece, inspired by the landscape and undulating hills. It has been cast in bronze and hand-finished with a dark almost embody patina by Morris Singer foundry in England. Landscape is the 1st edition of 9 and sits on a white wood panel which contrasts the beauty of the bronze. This works was exhibited and shortlisted at the Royal Western Academy (RWA) Bristol, England in 2019. It has also been exhibited at the Nordic Art Agency...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Abstract Expressionist Etruscan Inspired Decorative Ceramic.
Located in Cotignac, FR
Abstract Expressionist ceramic by French artist Claude Urbani. Signed to the front side and dated 93. Incised Antibes 1993 to the revers...
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1990s Abstract Sculptures

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Clay, Terracotta, Glaze

Close to Heart 1 & 2 - Wood sculpture by Zlata Kornilova
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Close to Heart 1 & 2 Limited edition of 12 (each sculpture) Dimensions: - Close to heart 1 (black): H. 73. x D. 34 cm - Close to heart 2 (natural): H. 82. x D. 22 cm Medi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Morning Maquette
Located in Malmö, SE
Hugh Chapman is an emerging British sculptor who works with some of the finest foundries and bronze experts in the UK to produce bold, dynamic sculptures in bronze and steel. Hugh Chapman's work is inspired by the South Downs in England and his modus as a sculptor is to craft sculpture that creates a positive psychological and emotional impact. His process and intentions are deeply grounded in his desire to establish a dialogue between man’s practices and nature’s dynamics of rhythms and systems. Morning Maquette is a small scale work inspired by the landscape and rolling hills at first light. It has been cast in bronze and hand-finished with a dark almost embody patina at Morris Singer foundry in England. Morning Maquette is the 1st edition of 9 and sits on a white wood panel which contrasts the beauty of the bronze. This works was exhibited and shortlisted at the Royal Western Academy (RWA) Bristol, England in 2019. It has also been exhibited at the Nordic Art Agency...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

XTH
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Maple wood and formica
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Dance Spiral by Kuno Vollet - Contemporary Rusted Steel sculpture for Outdoors
Located in DE
Artist: Kuno Vollet Title: Dance Contemporary rusted steel sculpture for inside or garden outdoor spaces. Beautiful spiral dancing its way to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

MKP
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Maple wood and formica
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Drift [C]
Located in Paris, IDF
35.5 cm high x 13 x 19.5 cm Bronze on a Forest of Dean stone base Series of variations. Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 728C The edges of the bronze are finely...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Bronze

XMV
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Maple wood and formica
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Cube architectural I no. 4/15 - contemporary modern abstract wall sculpture
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Cube architectural I is the first of two free standing contemporary modern abstract wall sculptures from the Architectural-series by French-Dutch artist Olivier Julia...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic, Fiberboard

Eclipse
Located in Paris, FR
Porcelain Edition : 397/900 Publisher : Artcurial Diameter: 29 cm Inside diameter (in the back): 18 cm LCD5312
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1970s Abstract Sculptures

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Porcelain

Abstract Composition in White - Sculpture by Tonino Maurizi - 2023
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract composition in white is a sculpture realized by Tonino Maurizi, in 2000s. 28x21 cm. Hand signed in felt-tip pen. Ecellent conditions Tonino Maurizi (1940): painter, sculptor, designer, cabinetmaker, Tonino Maurizi lives and works in Montecosaro, where he was born on 19 February 1940. He graduated from the Art Institute of Macerata together with enterprising and creative students such as Dante Ferretti...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Mixed Media

Confusion ritmique I no. 8 - contemporary modern geometric sculpture painting
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Confusion ritmique I no. 8/10 is one of a series of three different medium size contemporary modern sculpture painting relief by French-Dutch artist Olivier Julia...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Halos III
Located in Paris, IDF
40 high x 23 x 8 cm Bronze with ferrite inclusion on an oak base Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 501C Series of unique inclusion variations. The face side with a textured surface has a circular indent incorporating an ancient Pyrite sun...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - SKA
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with spray acrylic on solid poplar Small Pop series are minimalist driven, wood wall sculptures that are small and blocky and feature bright saturated colors. The piece...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

Art in motion n°13 by Gilbert Pauli - Sculpture concrete 64x96 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
"Art in motion" is a series that offers artworks working with matter; concrete, cement, plaster, mortar, and natural pigments. These works are intended to be exhibited in several way...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Concrete

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Flashe
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with spray acrylic on poplar with gloss clearcoat Small Pop series are minimalist driven, wood wall sculptures that are small and blocky and feature bright saturated co...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

Résilience de la matière - wood abstract sculpture
Located in PARIS, FR
Valentin Abad est un artiste français. Son travail repose sur la volonté de créé un support visuel, une forme tangible aux conflits de la conditions humaine. Il propose de faire exis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Nightwalk VI
Located in Paris, IDF
59 high x 15 x 13 cm Bronze on a circular oxidised brass base Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 881 The exposed natural bronze tip of the curve is highly polished...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze, Brass

Modern Silver Outdoor Garden Sculpture Wood Aluminium Abstract "Skytree"
Located in Benahavis, ES
The modern Sculpture " Skytree” is a unique metal piece made from a burnout mold by David Marshall in 2021, sand cast in aluminium, mounted with wood, in our foundry, handcrafted by...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Himilaya Blue
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with spray acrylic on poplar with gloss clearcoat Small Pop series are minimalist driven, wood wall sculptures that are small and blocky and feature bright saturated co...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

MADRAS
Located in Milano, IT
Master glassblower Lino Tagliapietra is one of the world’s most prominent glass artists. Trained in traditional Venetian techniques, Tagliapietra is a key influence on the American studio glass movement. In 1955, at the age of 21, Tagliapietra received the title of maestro. He established himself with vividly colored sculptures, which often take the shape of elegant teardrops. Master glass artists Dale Chihuly and Benjamin Moore invited Tagliapietra to teach at Pilchuck Glass...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Fork Tailed Devil Mk1
Located in Nottingham, GB
Original Aircraft Sculpture Cast in Bronze on a mild steel base, the sculpture is patinated in a rich “Christmas Island Crab Red “ patina to emphas...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Scope
Located in Paris, IDF
53 high x 29 x 9.5 cm Bronze on a Jesmonite composite base. Unique Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 884 The natural bronze edges of the “marquise” shape are fine...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

CHIOCCIOLA
Located in Milano, IT
Master glassblower Lino Tagliapietra is one of the world’s most prominent glass artists. Trained in traditional Venetian techniques, Tagliapietra is a key influence on the American s...
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Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

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Glass

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Ceremony
Located in Paris, IDF
57.5 high x 22 x 15 cm Bronze on a weathered steel base Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 870 Unique The natural bronze areas are lacquered for protection against...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Home Medal, matte iron, etched, 78x68x8 mm
Located in Riga, LV
Zane Elerte (1987) Home Medal, matte iron, etched, 78x68x8 mm The medal is a square abstract object made of matte iron and etched with a design. It measure...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Iron

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Gathering
Located in Paris, IDF
16 high x 27 x 19 cm Bronze Edition of 9 variations Stamped with monogram signature on underside and uniquely numbered 526, 7/9 The natural bronze edge is finely rubbed and lacquered...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Brass, Bronze

Cloud
Located in London, GB
Paul Villinski is an American sculptor widely known for transforming littered cans from the city streets into large-scale, abstract installations of life-like butterflies. Over three...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Metal, Wire

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Fronts
Located in Paris, IDF
58 high x 28 x 15 cm Bronze on a circular oxidised brass base Unique variation. Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 880 The exposed natural bronze elements are high...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze, Brass

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Shelter III
Located in Paris, IDF
52 high x 36 x 33 cm Scorched oak enclosing a “boulder” finished with oxidised silver leaf. Unique Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 806 The boulder is free to m...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

PEARL
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
MEDIUM/MATERIALS: Bronze Casting. Polished bronze, patina and crystal. This abstract bronze sculpture is a tribute to the beauty of shells that have been eroded by time and the ocean.
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Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Abstract Composition in White - Sculpture by Tonino Maurizi - 2022
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract composition in white is a sculpture realized by Tonino Maurizi, in 2022. 28x16 cm. Handsigned in felt-tip pen. Ecellent conditions Tonino Maurizi (1940): painter, sculptor, designer, cabinetmaker, Tonino Maurizi lives and works in Montecosaro, where he was born on 19 February 1940. He graduated from the Art Institute of Macerata together with enterprising and creative students such as Dante...
Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Mixed Media

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