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African or African American Wood Sculpture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Really well done, cool hand carved man. I thought this was a piece of American folk art. I am now
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Early 20th Century African Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

African or African American Wood Sculpture
African or African American Wood Sculpture

African or African American Wood Sculpture

$950
H 16.75 in W 5.5 in D 4.75 in
African Wood Sculpture
By Craft and Folk Art Museum
Located in San Francisco, CA
Very kool piece of African art. I am not exactly sure how old, but from bottom of base I would
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Vintage 1920s North American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Wood Sculpture
African Wood Sculpture

African Wood Sculpture

$1,400
H 16.75 in W 5.5 in D 4.75 in
Modern African Elephant Sculpture, Hot Cast Bronze, American, 21st C.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Modern African Elephant Sculpture, Hot Cast Bronze, American, 21st C. A signed, dated, and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Modern African Elephant Sculpture, Hot Cast Bronze, American, 21st C.
Modern African Elephant Sculpture, Hot Cast Bronze, American, 21st C.

Modern African Elephant Sculpture, Hot Cast Bronze, American, 21st C.

$3,750
H 9.75 in W 8 in D 16.5 in
1974 v. Kendrick Modernist Sculpture Bust African American Mother Child
By Vaughn Kendrick
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful depiction of Mother and Child. Signed V. Kendrick 1974 for Universal Statuary Corp. Chicago. Home photo is the true color.
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Mid-20th Century Other Busts

Materials

Ceramic

1974 v. Kendrick Modernist Sculpture Bust African American Mother Child
1974 v. Kendrick Modernist Sculpture Bust African American Mother Child

1974 v. Kendrick Modernist Sculpture Bust African American Mother Child

$1,450
H 12 in W 9 in D 9 in
American Bronze Sculpture “A Young African Kudu Cow” (2001) by Dan Ostermiller
By Dan Ostermiller
Located in Shippensburg, PA
a contemporary American sculptor celebrated for his mastery of representational bronze sculptures
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21st Century and Contemporary American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

American Bronze Sculpture “A Young African Kudu Cow” (2001) by Dan Ostermiller
American Bronze Sculpture “A Young African Kudu Cow” (2001) by Dan Ostermiller

American Bronze Sculpture “A Young African Kudu Cow” (2001) by Dan Ostermiller

$12,500
H 29 in W 27.25 in D 11.13 in
1950s Modernist Abstract Bust of an African American
Located in Oakland, CA
Ceramic bust of an African American, strong imagery done in the Modernist ethos of the
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Ceramic, Wood, Paint

1950s Modernist Abstract Bust of an African American
1950s Modernist Abstract Bust of an African American

1950s Modernist Abstract Bust of an African American

$875
H 15 in W 11 in D 10.75 in
"Black Dancer, " Art Deco Depiction of African American Female Figure, Rare
By William Wallace Rosenbauer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Although this remarkable sculpture has the appearance of richly-colored mahogany, it is cast in bronze
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

"Black Dancer, " Art Deco Depiction of African American Female Figure, Rare
"Black Dancer, " Art Deco Depiction of African American Female Figure, Rare

"Black Dancer, " Art Deco Depiction of African American Female Figure, Rare

$4,250
H 16.5 in W 6.5 in D 3 in
African Pair Basrelief Wall Wood Sculptures
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage handcarved wood wall sculptures- pair of African basteliefs.
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Vintage 1940s Unknown American Craftsman Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

African Pair Basrelief Wall Wood Sculptures
African Pair Basrelief Wall Wood Sculptures

African Pair Basrelief Wall Wood Sculptures

$200 Sale Price / set
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H 18 in W 8 in D 2 in
John Glick Plum Tree Pottery "Wall Mantel Series"
By John Glick
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have
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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Mounted Objects

Materials

Ceramic

John Glick Plum Tree Pottery "Wall Mantel Series"
John Glick Plum Tree Pottery "Wall Mantel Series"

John Glick Plum Tree Pottery "Wall Mantel Series"

$6,500
H 15.5 in W 20.5 in D 6.5 in
Robert Sestok "Cass Corridor Artist" Detroit Abstract Welded Steel
By Robert Sestok
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her
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Vintage 1980s American Expressionist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Robert Sestok "Cass Corridor Artist" Detroit Abstract Welded Steel
Robert Sestok "Cass Corridor Artist" Detroit Abstract Welded Steel

Robert Sestok "Cass Corridor Artist" Detroit Abstract Welded Steel

$45,000
H 93 in W 19 in D 19 in
Extremely RareHarry Bertoia Necklace Sterling Silver Lapis Coral ca. 1940
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Extremely RareHarry Bertoia Necklace Sterling Silver Lapis Coral ca. 1940
Extremely RareHarry Bertoia Necklace Sterling Silver Lapis Coral ca. 1940

Extremely RareHarry Bertoia Necklace Sterling Silver Lapis Coral ca. 1940

$65,000
H 0.25 in W 1.25 in D 11 in
John Glick Ceramic Garden Planterette Signed
By John Glick
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have
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1990s American American Classical Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Ceramic

John Glick Ceramic Garden Planterette Signed
John Glick Ceramic Garden Planterette Signed

John Glick Ceramic Garden Planterette Signed

$2,600
H 11 in Dm 16 in
"Salt & Pepper Set" Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish, Mid-Century Modern
By Paul Evans
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Tableware

Materials

Pewter

"Salt & Pepper Set" Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish, Mid-Century Modern
"Salt & Pepper Set" Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish, Mid-Century Modern

"Salt & Pepper Set" Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish, Mid-Century Modern

$950 / set
Coffee Set, Early Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish Mid-Century Modern
By Paul Evans
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Pewter

Coffee Set, Early Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish Mid-Century Modern
Coffee Set, Early Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish Mid-Century Modern

Coffee Set, Early Paul Evans, Pewter, Danish Mid-Century Modern

$7,800 / set
H 8.5 in Dm 6 in
Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions
Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions

Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions

$5,600 / set
H 28.75 in W 21.75 in D 19.75 in
Bertoia Diamond Chairs, White, Set of Two, Welded & Painted Steel
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
(Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Bertoia Diamond Chairs, White, Set of Two, Welded & Painted Steel
Bertoia Diamond Chairs, White, Set of Two, Welded & Painted Steel

Bertoia Diamond Chairs, White, Set of Two, Welded & Painted Steel

$2,950 / set
H 29.5 in W 33.5 in D 29.5 in
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental
By John Glick
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her
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1990s American Expressionist Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental

$3,500
H 1.75 in Dm 20 in
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Signed Monumental Ceramic Charger
By John Glick
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth
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1990s American Expressionist Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Signed Monumental Ceramic Charger
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Signed Monumental Ceramic Charger

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Signed Monumental Ceramic Charger

$2,940
H 3.5 in Dm 20 in
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Glazed Bowl/Charger Extra-large
By John Glick
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her
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Late 20th Century American Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Glazed Bowl/Charger Extra-large
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Glazed Bowl/Charger Extra-large

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Glazed Bowl/Charger Extra-large

$1,250
H 3.75 in Dm 14 in
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental
By John Glick
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her
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1990s American Expressionist Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental
John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental

John Glick Plum Street Pottery Ceramic Charger Monumental

$2,940
H 3.5 in Dm 20 in

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Art Deco African American Sculpture of a Young Woman
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a very soulful Art Deco sculpture of a young woman.
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Vintage 1930s American Sculptures

Art Deco African American Sculpture of a Young Woman
Art Deco African American Sculpture of a Young Woman

Art Deco African American Sculpture of a Young Woman

H 24 in W 7.5 in D 6.5 in
African American Boy Bust
Located in Summerland, CA
Circa 1920 Wood and original polychrome. African American bust wearing yellow cap. Sits on a
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20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African American Boy Bust
African American Boy Bust

African American Boy Bust

H 13 in W 9 in D 4 in
Mid-century African-American female head with turquoise hair by Margit Izsépy
Located in Budapest, HU
Mid-century Afro-American female ceramic sculpture. It's a handcrafted, hand-painted, matte glazed
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Vintage 1940s Hungarian Art Deco Busts

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-century African-American female head with turquoise hair by Margit Izsépy
Mid-century African-American female head with turquoise hair by Margit Izsépy

Mid-century African-American female head with turquoise hair by Margit Izsépy

H 10.24 in W 6.3 in D 5.91 in
African Male Nude by Nathaniel Choate
By Nathaniel Cohate
Located in Bantam, CT
National Sculpture Society. This sculpture of African male nude by Nathaniel Choate probably from his stay
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Vintage 1930s American American Classical Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

African Male Nude by Nathaniel Choate
African Male Nude by Nathaniel Choate

African Male Nude by Nathaniel Choate

H 27 in W 10.5 in D 12.5 in
William Edmondson Carved Limestone Birdbath
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
, his sculptures achieve a charged presence as reminiscent of modernist sculpture as of African American
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Vintage 1930s Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

William Edmondson Carved Limestone Birdbath
William Edmondson Carved Limestone Birdbath

William Edmondson Carved Limestone Birdbath

H 5 in W 22.5 in D 15 in
"Child's Head, " African American bronze portrait, circa 1930s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Diminutive and charming, this depiction of a small African American child is a rare find. P
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Vintage 1930s American Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

"Child's Head, " African American bronze portrait, circa 1930s
"Child's Head, " African American bronze portrait, circa 1930s

"Child's Head, " African American bronze portrait, circa 1930s

H 4.75 in W 2 in D 2 in
"Head of African American Youth, " fine bronze by Eugen Gauss
By Eugene Gauss
Located in Philadelphia, PA
African American man exhibits the stylized eyes and eyebrows beloved of artists in the Art Deco era
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Vintage 1940s American Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

"Head of African American Youth, " fine bronze by Eugen Gauss
"Head of African American Youth, " fine bronze by Eugen Gauss

"Head of African American Youth, " fine bronze by Eugen Gauss

H 16.5 in W 6 in D 7 in
1934 plaster bust of an African American Woman signed Cornish
By Cornish
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A quite wonderful plaster bust of an African American Woman from a NJ 1934 exhibition by E. Trene
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Vintage 1930s American Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

1934 plaster bust of an African American Woman signed Cornish
1934 plaster bust of an African American Woman signed Cornish

1934 plaster bust of an African American Woman signed Cornish

H 13.5 in W 8 in D 7 in
French Bronze African American Boy Playing Banjo "What a Fly" E. Guillemin, 1870
By Émile Guillemin
Located in Charleston, SC
French Bronze Cold Painted African American boy playing banjo resting on squared molded plinth
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Antique 1870s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze African American Boy Playing Banjo "What a Fly" E. Guillemin, 1870
French Bronze African American Boy Playing Banjo "What a Fly" E. Guillemin, 1870

French Bronze African American Boy Playing Banjo "What a Fly" E. Guillemin, 1870

H 29 in W 26 in D 7.75 in
Folk Art Bill Potts African American Found Object, Cowboy Dan Bronco Busting Man
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This painted wood "diorama" The Rodeo Cowboy Dan The Bronco Busting Man by African American
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Vintage 1980s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Bill Potts African American Found Object, Cowboy Dan Bronco Busting Man
Folk Art Bill Potts African American Found Object, Cowboy Dan Bronco Busting Man

Folk Art Bill Potts African American Found Object, Cowboy Dan Bronco Busting Man

H 12.5 in W 19.75 in D 10.25 in
Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer
Located in Chicago, IL
background, reflects a blend of influences including African and Native American sculpture. With over 45
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20th Century American Mounted Objects

Materials

Clay, Fabric

Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer
Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer

Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer

H 10 in W 7 in D 2 in
Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer
Located in Chicago, IL
restoration work and comics background, reflects a blend of influences including African and Native American
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2010s American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Fabric

Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer
Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer

Surrealist Hand Sculpture by W.K. Marhoefer

H 10 in W 7 in D 2 in
Helene Sardeau French Art Deco Jazz Singer Cast Bronze Sculpture
By Helene Sardeau
Located in Astoria, NY
Helene Sardeau (Belgian-American, 1899-1968) Art Deco cast bronze sculpture of a jazz singer
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Helene Sardeau French Art Deco Jazz Singer Cast Bronze Sculpture
Helene Sardeau French Art Deco Jazz Singer Cast Bronze Sculpture

Helene Sardeau French Art Deco Jazz Singer Cast Bronze Sculpture

H 9 in W 6.25 in D 4.5 in
"Stone Carved Bird Bath" by William Edmondson
Located in Wiscasset, ME
African American vernacular funerary sculpture. His subjects ranged from the Biblical to the banal, and
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Stone

"Stone Carved Bird Bath" by William Edmondson

"Stone Carved Bird Bath" by William Edmondson

H 5 in W 22 in D 14 in
Monumental Harry Bertoia Silver Necklace, Bertoia Catalogue Raisonne D.JE.49
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the
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Vintage 1940s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Monumental Harry Bertoia Silver Necklace, Bertoia Catalogue Raisonne D.JE.49
Monumental Harry Bertoia Silver Necklace, Bertoia Catalogue Raisonne D.JE.49

Monumental Harry Bertoia Silver Necklace, Bertoia Catalogue Raisonne D.JE.49

H 5.75 in W 12.75 in D 0.5 in
African Tribal Female Head Sculpture by American Artist Fred Press, 1950s
By Fred Press
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful African female head sculpture by American artist Fred Press. Matte black cast metal with
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Metal

African Tribal Female Head Sculpture by American Artist Fred Press, 1950s
African Tribal Female Head Sculpture by American Artist Fred Press, 1950s

African Tribal Female Head Sculpture by American Artist Fred Press, 1950s

H 12.75 in W 6 in D 7 in
African American Bronzed Plaster Bust, Harlem Renaissance, 1930s
By Augusta Savage 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
Beautifully exicuted plaster bust,, manner of Augusta Savage,depicting African American Man
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

African American Bronzed Plaster Bust, Harlem Renaissance, 1930s
African American Bronzed Plaster Bust, Harlem Renaissance, 1930s

African American Bronzed Plaster Bust, Harlem Renaissance, 1930s

H 13 in W 11 in D 10 in
Richmond Barthe Important African American Artist Bronze Head, "Julius"
By Richmond Barthé
Located in Phoenix, AZ
depictions of African-Americans during the 1930s-1940s, Born in Bay Saint Louis, Missouri, Barthé was reared
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Mid-20th Century American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Richmond Barthe Important African American Artist Bronze Head, "Julius"
Richmond Barthe Important African American Artist Bronze Head, "Julius"

Richmond Barthe Important African American Artist Bronze Head, "Julius"

H 15 in W 7 in D 4 in
Austrian Painted Figure of a African American Boy, Signed Bernhard Bloch ca 1900
By Bernhard Bloch
Located in Petaluma, CA
This very lifelike figure of a young American black boy is a fine example of the work of Bernhard
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Austrian Painted Figure of a African American Boy, Signed Bernhard Bloch ca 1900
Austrian Painted Figure of a African American Boy, Signed Bernhard Bloch ca 1900

Austrian Painted Figure of a African American Boy, Signed Bernhard Bloch ca 1900

H 13 in W 4.5 in D 4 in
Set of Five
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Set of Five
Set of Five

Set of Five

H 41 in W 20.5 in D 17.5 in
"Compact Sofa" Ray & Charles Eames Godparents Gift to Eric Saarinen, Original
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

"Compact Sofa" Ray & Charles Eames Godparents Gift to Eric Saarinen, Original
"Compact Sofa" Ray & Charles Eames Godparents Gift to Eric Saarinen, Original

"Compact Sofa" Ray & Charles Eames Godparents Gift to Eric Saarinen, Original

H 35 in W 72.5 in D 30 in
African American Jockey
Located in San Francisco, CA
Exceptional and rare American bronze of a seated jockey.
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Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

African American Jockey
African American Jockey

African American Jockey

H 22 in W 6.5 in D 12 in
African American Bust
Located in Seattle, WA
Dual chalk ware bust with black chippy over paint.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Busts

Materials

Plaster

African American Bust
African American Bust

African American Bust

H 16 in W 15 in D 12.25 in
Mid-Century African American Ceramic Sculpture by Earl Hooks
By Earl Hooks
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an interesting biomorphic sculpture by Hooks.
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Vintage 1970s American Art Nouveau Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century African American Ceramic Sculpture by Earl Hooks
Mid-Century African American Ceramic Sculpture by Earl Hooks

Mid-Century African American Ceramic Sculpture by Earl Hooks

H 11 in W 17 in D 11 in
Head of an African-American Jockey
Located in Litchfield, CT
Although many jockeys in the mid-nineteenth century were African-American, very few sculptures and
Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Head of an African-American Jockey
Head of an African-American Jockey

Head of an African-American Jockey

H 11 in
Plaster portrait bust of an African American woman
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A very competent and insightful portrait bust of an African American woman in a head wrap signed by
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Vintage 1970s American Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Plaster portrait bust of an African American woman
Plaster portrait bust of an African American woman

Plaster portrait bust of an African American woman

H 24 in W 9 in D 11 in
Stunning Life-Size Statue of Boy African American Goldscheider Style Painted
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Stunning Friedrich Goldscheider style life size plaster figure of a seated smiling African American
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Vintage 1970s Austrian American Colonial Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Stunning Life-Size Statue of Boy African American Goldscheider Style Painted
Stunning Life-Size Statue of Boy African American Goldscheider Style Painted

Stunning Life-Size Statue of Boy African American Goldscheider Style Painted

H 48 in W 28 in D 14 in
Johann Maresch Terracotta Figure an African American Boy, 19th century
By Johann Maresch
Located in New York, NY
Modelled holding a pewter chamber stick, wearing a fez, impressed marks 'J. M. 6454' 25.3/4 in. (65.5 cm.) high Medium polychrome decorated terracotta. Year of work, circa 1900. ...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Johann Maresch Terracotta Figure an African American Boy, 19th century
Johann Maresch Terracotta Figure an African American Boy, 19th century

Johann Maresch Terracotta Figure an African American Boy, 19th century

H 26 in W 10.5 in D 8.5 in
Antique African Tribal Asana Wood Sculpture
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique African Asana sculpture
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Antique 19th Century American Samoan Tribal Tribal Art

Antique African Tribal Asana Wood Sculpture
Antique African Tribal Asana Wood Sculpture

Antique African Tribal Asana Wood Sculpture

H 11.82 in
Folk Art Glazed Ceramic Head Sculpture
Located in Seattle, WA
A life-size glazed ceramic sculpture of African-American woman's head, styled with twisted curls
Category

20th Century American Folk Art Ceramics

Folk Art Glazed Ceramic Head Sculpture
Folk Art Glazed Ceramic Head Sculpture

Folk Art Glazed Ceramic Head Sculpture

H 11 in W 9 in D 10 in
Folk Art Wood Bust of an African American Gentleman
Located in New York, NY
Well carved portrait bust of a man with black features and painted hair and moustache. It appears to be carved from cheerywood by an unknown carver. Mounted on black wood base.
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Wood Bust of an African American Gentleman
Folk Art Wood Bust of an African American Gentleman

Folk Art Wood Bust of an African American Gentleman

H 6 in W 4.5 in D 3 in
Female Terracotta Bust
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1944), possibly African American female. A very nice sculpture.
Category

20th Century Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Female Terracotta Bust
Female Terracotta Bust

Female Terracotta Bust

H 10 in W 7 in D 8 in
Tall Mid-Century Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Earl Hooks
By Earl Hooks
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a wonderful ceramic sculpture by African American artist Earl Hooks.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Tall Mid-Century Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Earl Hooks
Tall Mid-Century Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Earl Hooks

Tall Mid-Century Ceramic Sculptural Vase by Earl Hooks

H 17 in Dm 8 in
Mid-Century Ceramic Two-Legged Vessel by Earl Hooks
By Earl Hooks
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a wonderful sculpture by African American artist Earl Hooks. The glaze is very interesting.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Vases

Mid-Century Ceramic Two-Legged Vessel by Earl Hooks
Mid-Century Ceramic Two-Legged Vessel by Earl Hooks

Mid-Century Ceramic Two-Legged Vessel by Earl Hooks

H 11.5 in W 7.5 in D 7 in

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Pair Tommi Parzinger Style Painted Plaster Table Lamps with New Nickel Hardware
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of metallic gold and light green painted plaster table lamps with large nickel-plated rings, circa 1950. Both lamps are signed by the manufacturer on the back of the lamp. These...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Pair Tommi Parzinger Style Painted Plaster Table Lamps with New Nickel Hardware
Pair Tommi Parzinger Style Painted Plaster Table Lamps with New Nickel Hardware

Pair Tommi Parzinger Style Painted Plaster Table Lamps with New Nickel Hardware

$1,400 / set
H 37.5 in Dm 8.5 in
Monumental Lucite Sculpture by Norman Mercer
By Norman Mercer
Located in Miami, FL
Amazing to say the least. This Lucite sculpture is colorful as well as having a substantial presence and unexpected design. Multiple radial pieces are arranged in a concentric design...
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1990s American Abstract Sculptures

Monumental Lucite Sculpture by Norman Mercer
Monumental Lucite Sculpture by Norman Mercer

Monumental Lucite Sculpture by Norman Mercer

$10,000
H 22.75 in W 20.5 in D 8.5 in
Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand painted, plaster, anatomical plate by New York Scientific Supply Co. depicting the musculature and circulatory systems of the face and head on a wood plaque.
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood, Plaster

Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.
Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.

Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.

$2,400
H 12 in W 10 in D 4 in
Robert Zeidman Modern Geometric Abstract Sculpture
By Robert Zeidman
Located in Miami, FL
A large sculpture by Robert Zeidman. The geometric shapes are arranged in an upward totemic manner. Name of piece is Celebration II as picture in the accompanying catalog.
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Vintage 1980s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Robert Zeidman Modern Geometric Abstract Sculpture
Robert Zeidman Modern Geometric Abstract Sculpture

Robert Zeidman Modern Geometric Abstract Sculpture

$5,500
H 47 in W 8 in D 8 in
1950s Murano Glass Vanity Table Mirror With 24 Karat Gold Dust and Bronze Frame
By Barovier
Located in Miami, FL
Mid 20th Century Murano glass vanity table mirror made by Barovier, circa 1950s. This remarkable mirror is made with clear ribbed Murano glass with loads of 24K gold flecks throughou...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Mirrors

Materials

Gold, Bronze

1950s Murano Glass Vanity Table Mirror With 24 Karat Gold Dust and Bronze Frame
1950s Murano Glass Vanity Table Mirror With 24 Karat Gold Dust and Bronze Frame

1950s Murano Glass Vanity Table Mirror With 24 Karat Gold Dust and Bronze Frame

$2,712
H 15.25 in W 18 in D 6 in
Rafael Teran Brass and Glass Mosaic Modernist Tea Set
Located in Miami, FL
A brass and glass mosaic tea set by Salvador Teran, circa 1970s. Includes the tray, coffee pot, sugar bowl with lid and creamer.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Tea Sets

Materials

Brass

Rafael Teran Brass and Glass Mosaic Modernist Tea Set
Rafael Teran Brass and Glass Mosaic Modernist Tea Set

Rafael Teran Brass and Glass Mosaic Modernist Tea Set

$750 / set
H 10 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Halladay H37 Star Red Windmill Weight
By U. S. Wind Engine and Pump Company
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fantastic piece of Americana! Halladay H37 cast iron red windmill weight made by the U.S. Wind Engine and Pump Company between 1880-1916 in Nebraska. Please note: Only the red windmi...
Category

Antique 19th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

Halladay H37 Star Red Windmill Weight
Halladay H37 Star Red Windmill Weight

Halladay H37 Star Red Windmill Weight

$2,900
H 17 in W 15 in D 3 in
Pair Vintage Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Tobacco Leaf Table Lamps Ginger Jars
By Mottahedeh
Located in Miami, FL
Offering a remarkable pair of completely restored vintage hand painted Chinese Tobacco Leaf lamps, circa Mid 20th Century. The lamps were disassembled, the ginger jars were thoroughl...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair Vintage Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Tobacco Leaf Table Lamps Ginger Jars
Pair Vintage Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Tobacco Leaf Table Lamps Ginger Jars

Pair Vintage Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Tobacco Leaf Table Lamps Ginger Jars

$4,500 / set
H 29 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th century Japanese sculpture likely portrays an accomplished teacher of Japanese Zen Buddhism. Developed from wood with a polychrome finish, this monk is expertly carved with...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800
Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800

Japanese Seated Portrait of a Zen Master, c. 1800

$2,480
H 18 in W 13.5 in D 6.75 in
Gabriella Crespi Rare Due Rane Frogs Pair of Animali Table Lamps, 1970s
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Miami, FL
A super rare pair of large sculpture lamps by Gabriella Crespi. "Due Rane" belongs to the Animali Serie and were created with the ancient lost wax technique in 1973, (same year as "C...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Gabriella Crespi Rare Due Rane Frogs Pair of Animali Table Lamps, 1970s
Gabriella Crespi Rare Due Rane Frogs Pair of Animali Table Lamps, 1970s

Gabriella Crespi Rare Due Rane Frogs Pair of Animali Table Lamps, 1970s

$76,000 / set
H 29 in W 22 in D 16 in
African Gabon Kota Mahongwe Hongwe Bwete Reliquary Guardian Figure Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly fantastic, engaging, and uniquely made African Kota Mahongwe Hongwe Reliquary Guardian Figure/ Sculpture made by the Kota (Bakota) peoples who inhabit the northeastern region...
Category

Mid-20th Century Gabonese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Copper

African Gabon Kota Mahongwe Hongwe Bwete Reliquary Guardian Figure Sculpture
African Gabon Kota Mahongwe Hongwe Bwete Reliquary Guardian Figure Sculpture

African Gabon Kota Mahongwe Hongwe Bwete Reliquary Guardian Figure Sculpture

$3,250
H 28 in W 9 in D 5.5 in
60" 19th Century American Hooked Rug Framed
Located in Water Mill, NY
Monumental 19th American hooked rug mounted as a wall hanging.
Category

Antique 19th Century American North and South American Rugs

60" 19th Century American Hooked Rug Framed
60" 19th Century American Hooked Rug Framed

60" 19th Century American Hooked Rug Framed

$2,900
W 60 in L 30 in
Trompe l'Oeil Italian Majolica Mid 20th Century Porcelain Canister with Walnuts
By Mancioli Pottery, Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Trompe l'Oeil Porcelain Canister depicting a stack of 29 plates with walnuts on top plate, circa 1960s. This vintage item is signed on the bottom: Mancioli - Italy. It is alm...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Trompe l'Oeil Italian Majolica Mid 20th Century Porcelain Canister with Walnuts
Trompe l'Oeil Italian Majolica Mid 20th Century Porcelain Canister with Walnuts

Trompe l'Oeil Italian Majolica Mid 20th Century Porcelain Canister with Walnuts

$1,100
H 9.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Bloom Swivel Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
By Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Boston, MA
Bloom swivel lounge chair by Kenneth Cobonpue Inspired by a delicate blossom, Bloom is composed of hundreds of fine running stitches that radiate from the center of the seat. Hand...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Bloom Swivel Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Bloom Swivel Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue

Bloom Swivel Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue

$3,704 / item
H 34.25 in W 41.25 in D 38.5 in
Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving
Located in Houston, TX
A beautiful contemporary collector piece of Makonde ebony tree of life art carving with unbelievable detailed wood carving.
Category

Vintage 1950s Tanzanian Primitive Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ebony

Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving
Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving

Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving

$1,400
H 16 in W 6.88 in D 2.5 in
Mid-Century Modern White Campaign Dresser / Chest of Drawers, America, Brass
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern White Campaign Dresser / Chest of Drawers, America, Brass A fine example of campaign furniture done over in a white lacquered finish. The case having six drawers a...
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Dressers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern White Campaign Dresser / Chest of Drawers, America, Brass
Mid-Century Modern White Campaign Dresser / Chest of Drawers, America, Brass

Mid-Century Modern White Campaign Dresser / Chest of Drawers, America, Brass

$2,950
H 29.25 in W 64 in D 18 in
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African American Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of african American sculpture for your home. Frequently made of metal, bronze and plaster, every item from our selection of african American sculpture was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of african American sculpture, we have 9 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of african American sculpture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Folk Art and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of african American sculpture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fred Press and Richmond Barthé produced versions that are worth a look.

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A piece of african American sculpture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,077, while the lowest priced sells for $950 and the highest can go for as much as $17,500.
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    African American quilting has roots in history during slavery and was a way for African American women to bond. The quilts themselves tell stories of history, teach lessons and are beacons of hope. Shop a collection of African American quilts from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The history of African-American quilting stretches back almost as far as the beginning of the United States itself. The craft began with slave women quilting on plantations and after emancipation, the tradition of quilting continued. Today, there are many African American quilters who are inspired by a number of different quilting traditions. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of African-American quilts from some of the world’s top sellers.
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