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Abstract Sculptures

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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Style: Abstract
American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Blanco
American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Blanco

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Blanco

By Scott Troxel

Located in Paris, IDF

Artwork made in Suede Venetian paint, latex, Cedar wood, MDF & wax Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Othe...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Latex, Wood, Cedar, Wax

"Creating Spirits, " Red Jasper Abstract Sculpture by Farai Darare
"Creating Spirits, " Red Jasper Abstract Sculpture by Farai Darare

"Creating Spirits, " Red Jasper Abstract Sculpture by Farai Darare

By Farai Darare

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Creating Spirits" is an original red jasper sculpture by Farai Darare. It depicts an abstracted figure holding a pot. 19" x 6 1/2" x 3 1/4" Farai Walter Darare started working as a washer and polisher for his father's sculptures when he was seven years old. He worked and studied under the renowned Shona sculptors Chikumbirike, Runyanga, Muropa, and his father Casper Darare...

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone

"Exodus", Joan Giordano, Mixed Media, Paper, Newsprint, Wall Hanging, vertical
"Exodus", Joan Giordano, Mixed Media, Paper, Newsprint, Wall Hanging, vertical

"Exodus", Joan Giordano, Mixed Media, Paper, Newsprint, Wall Hanging, vertical

By Joan Giordano

Located in New York, NY

"Exodus" by Joan Giordano Mixed Media, Handmade Abaca Paper, Newspapers, Photographic Prints, Encaustic Museum shown and collected artist Joan Giordano is known for her unique hand made paper sculpture and wall relief sculpture and Japanese influenced wall scrolls.

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Archival Paper, Handmade Paper, Newsprint

"Abstract, " White Opal Sculpture by Obert Mukumbi
"Abstract, " White Opal Sculpture by Obert Mukumbi

"Abstract, " White Opal Sculpture by Obert Mukumbi

By Obert Mukumbi

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Abstract" is an original white opal sculpture by Obert Mukumbi. The artist signed the sculpture. 13 1/2" x 9" x 6" Obert Mukumbi was born on February 11, 1974 in Mashonaland Central Province where he also attended school. He was interested in wood craft and worked on that while he was still in school. Soon after school he was encouraged by his cousin Kennedy Musekiwa...

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Stirring Within Dark Gary Abstract Metal Wall Sculpture
Stirring Within Dark Gary Abstract Metal Wall Sculpture

Stirring Within Dark Gary Abstract Metal Wall Sculpture

By Zammy Migdal

Located in Miami, FL

From the newest original works by Zammy Migdal, these wall objects hang as sculpture on the wall, each one unique, forming its own fluid story. This dark gray work is from a series ...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Figure with Hat
Figure with Hat

Figure with Hat

By Varujan Boghosian

Located in Milford, NH

A fine abstract polychromed plaster bust of a figure with hat by American artist Varujan Boghosian (1926-2020). Boghosian was born in New Britain, CT and after serving in the United ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Blue Curl
Blue Curl

Blue Curl

By Dennis Leri

Located in New York, NY

Painted welded steel. Abstract sculpture About the Artist: I create sculpture for indoor, outdoor, private and public spaces from various materials such as steel, copper and wood. ...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Inspired Reflection
Inspired Reflection

Inspired Reflection

Located in West Hollywood, CA

At first glance, “Silver Butterflies” may deceive the viewer, who might not immediately discern that the entire composition consists of meticulously crafted butterflies, each intrica...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Foil

0258 Serie Proyectual 15

0258 Serie Proyectual 15

By Pajaro Gomez

Located in Miami, FL

Pájaro Gómez relies on a minimal number of elements to achieve a maximum degree of tension in his glass, stainless steel, and wooden sculptures. Elegant yet dynamic, his sculptures display clean and delicate lines where different components intricately connect with each other and the environment. The result being a juxtaposition of sturdy and fragile, heavy and ethereal objects commanding attention. Gómez has received numerous awards and has been featured in many solo and collective exhibitions worldwide. He has also become increasingly involved with site-specific projects, recently installing large-scale outdoor sculptures...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Nebza II Sculpture by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez a.k.a CarmWorks
Nebza II Sculpture by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez a.k.a CarmWorks

Nebza II Sculpture by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez a.k.a CarmWorks

By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Clouds of Smoke – Glint
Clouds of Smoke – Glint

Clouds of Smoke – Glint

By Chingke Lin

Located in New York, NY

Ching Ke Lin is a bamboo artist, who keeps delving into the land, exploring the common ground between humans and bamboo, and refining his creative vocabulary in the law of nature. R...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Clouds of Smoke – Pulse
Clouds of Smoke – Pulse

Clouds of Smoke – Pulse

By Chingke Lin

Located in New York, NY

Ching Ke Lin is a bamboo artist, who keeps delving into the land, exploring the common ground between humans and bamboo, and refining his creative vocabulary in the law of nature. R...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Clouds of Smoke – Drift
Clouds of Smoke – Drift

Clouds of Smoke – Drift

By Chingke Lin

Located in New York, NY

Ching Ke Lin is a bamboo artist, who keeps delving into the land, exploring the common ground between humans and bamboo, and refining his creative vocabulary in the law of nature. R...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Bandscape
Bandscape

Bandscape

By Clark Derbes

Located in Lincoln, MA

carved and polychromed maple

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint, Underglaze

Wind Girl II Medium
Wind Girl II Medium

Wind Girl II Medium

Located in Somerset West, WC

Wind Girl II medium is a limited edition bronze sculpture with a nickel plating.

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Citrus
American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Citrus

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Citrus

By Scott Troxel

Located in Paris, IDF

Artwork made in birch on MDF with satin lacquer Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Other Art Fair in NYC, ...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lacquer, Acrylic, Birch

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Blanco
American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Blanco

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Blanco

By Scott Troxel

Located in Paris, IDF

Artwork made with Suede Venetian paint, latex, Cedar wood, MDF & wax Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Ot...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Latex, Wood, Cedar, Wax

Lost in the Stars
Lost in the Stars

Lost in the Stars

By Varujan Boghosian

Located in Milford, NH

A wonderful abstract expressionist three dimensional construction by American artist Varujan Boghosian (1926-2020). Boghosian was born in New Britain, CT and after serving in the United States Navy, he attended Central Connecticut Teachers College and the Vesper George School of Art in Boston. In 1953, he had a Fulbright grant to paint in Italy, and from 1956 to 1959, he worked with Josef Albers, geometric abstractionist, at Yale University where he earned both his BFA and MFA. Boghosian became a professor of sculpture at Dartmouth College in New Hampshire, and became primarily known for his assemblages in which he uses a variety of incongruous objects such as parts of weathered barn doors, antique dolls' heads, old leather, marbles, and ping-pong balls. This construction consists of antique lithographs laid on board, including a shooting target sheet, and metal jacks, all presented on an antique celestial map...

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Found Objects, Laid Paper, Lithograph, Adhesive, Wood Panel

Walking Man
Walking Man

Walking Man

By Ed Haugevik

Located in New York, NY

Abstract Sculpture. About the Artist: Ed Haugevik has established a career as professional sculptor placing his work at numerous private and public sites throughout the country. ...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Marble, Steel

Sea of Reds
Sea of Reds

Sea of Reds

Located in West Hollywood, CA

SEA OF REDS Aerosol on Canvas 40” x 30” ABOUT THE ARTWORK A convergence of predominant blues, compelling reds, and vibrant oranges. DUAL’s deft play of fine lines, spanning a divers...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Canvas

Blue Dot
Blue Dot

Blue Dot

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Acrylic, aerosol, tape and varnish on linen 48” x 23” ABOUT THE ARTWORK Blending artistic mediums, DUAL utilizes acrylic, aerosol, tape, and varnish to adorn a meticulously hand-cut ...

Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Varnish, Acrylic

K.52

K.52

By Frank Stella

Located in London, GB

Frank Stella K.52 2006 Stainless steel tubing and cast aluminium 40.6 x 40.6 x 26.7 cms (16 x 16 x 10 1/2 ins) FS10201 K Series The series is based on the Italian composer Domenico...

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Abstract sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract sculptures available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add sculptures created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, red, purple, green and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Scott Troxel, John Van Alstine, Marty Mackenzie, and Stephen Walling. Frequently made by artists working with Wood, and Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Abstract sculptures, so small editions measuring 0.38 inches across are also available. Prices for sculptures made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11 and tops out at $1,400,000, while the average work sells for $4,500.