$4,800
A sense of belonging - diorama of the interior of a vintage 80s dining room
By Margie Criner
Located in New York, NY
Hanging crafted wood wall sculpture with a mini diorama of a vintage 80s dining room that can be seen through a viewfinder. Batteries included. More information below: Margie Criner...
Felt, Wood, Mixed Media
Adventureland- diorama of the interior of an old record shop
By Margie Criner
Located in New York, NY
Hanging crafted wood wall sculpture with a mini diorama of an old record shop that can be seen through a viewfinder. Batteries included. More information below: Margie Criner is an ...
Felt, Wood, Mixed Media
Where I Wait For You
By Margie Criner
Located in Nashville, TN
More information below: MARGIE CRINER – ARTIST STATEMENT I remember spending time in my father's wood shop in the basement of our house, just outside Detroit.
Wire
Ritual
By Margie Criner
Located in Nashville, TN
More information below: MARGIE CRINER – ARTIST STATEMENT I remember spending time in my father's wood shop in the basement of our house, just outside Detroit.
Glass, Plastic, Walnut, Found Objects, LED Light, Mirror, Wood, Paper, A...
Far From Home
By Margie Criner
Located in Nashville, TN
More information below: MARGIE CRINER – ARTIST STATEMENT I remember spending time in my father's wood shop in the basement of our house, just outside Detroit.
Clay, Wool, Glass, Plastic, Wood, LED Light, Mirror, Found Objects, Arch...
Sold
H 8 in W 5 in D 6 in
Hush - diorama of the interior of a vintage 80s living room
By Margie Criner
Located in New York, NY
Hanging crafted wood wall sculpture with a mini diorama of a vintage 80s living room that can be seen through a viewfinder. Batteries included. More information below: Margie Criner...
Felt, Wood, Mixed Media
Dave Criner ‘Wood Graphis’ Wall Art
Located in Long Beach, CA
Beautiful hand made art piece by Dave Criner. Various woods all come together to create this fantastic geometric panel.
Satellite
By Margie Criner
Located in Nashville, TN
Wooden sculpture by artist Margie Criner. There Dimensional sculpture with a miniature record store interior that you see through a viewfinder.
Wood
$1,680
H 14.25 in W 9.75 in D 4.25 in
"The Archive of B/W Television (Retablo with TV Screen)" by Patrick Fitzgerald
By Patrick Fitzgerald
Located in Chicago, IL
The intricate retablos of Chicago-based artist Patrick Fitzgerald are his means of paying homage to those who have inspired him throughout his life. Derived from Mexican votive paint...
Other
$3,200
H 17.5 in W 24 in D 6 in
"Milan Lounge" Miniature Wall-Mounted Storefront cby Drew Leshko
By Drew Leshko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Milan Lounge" is original artwork made from paper, basswood, plaster, acrylic, enamel, watercolor, wire, pvc, pins, pastel, inkjet prints by Drew Leshko. This piec...
Metal, Enamel, Wire
Dimensional Perspective by Lewis Trimble
By Lewis Trimble
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Dynamic all-over abstraction constructed using alternative painting methods. The paintings are constructed using art conservation techniques and alternative processes to laying down ...
Canvas, Acrylic
$2,800
H 19 in W 13.5 in D 6.5 in
"Anna's Pizza" Miniature Hyper-detailed Storefront in Wood, Plasterm and Paper
By Drew Leshko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Anna's Pizza" is original artwork made from paper, basswood, plaster, acrylic, enamel, watercolor, wire, pvc, pins, pastel, inkjet prints by Drew Leshko. This piec...
Metal, Enamel, Wire
$3,995
H 45.5 in W 65.25 in D 5.75 in
Vintage Postmodern Abstract Mixed Media Large Scale 3D Collage by Martha Holden
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible Late 20th Century Postmodern Contemporary Abstract signed Mixed Media large scale 3D collage by artist Martha Holden. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vin...
Plexiglass, Paint, Paper
$5,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 67 in W 40 in D 8 in
ADORNED OBSOLESCENCE 03 - Sculptural Wall Hanging w/ Found & Repurposed Objects
By Liz Miller
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
In ADORNED OBSOLESCENCE 03, Liz Miller creates a sculptural wall hanging piece out of a found headboard piece that she has painted and utilized as the foundation for her tapestries. ...
Metal
"Retablo No. 5 (An Attic of Records)" by Patrick Fitzgerald
By Patrick Fitzgerald
Located in Chicago, IL
The intricate retablos of contemporary artist Patrick Fitzgerald are his means of paying homage to the musicians that inspired him throughout his life. Derived from Mexican votive pa...
Other
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 12 in W 12 in D 3 in
Diane Cooper Mixed Media over Wood Wall Mounted Bundle Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Diane Cooper Mixed Media over Wood Wall Mounted Bundle Sculpture, From Ruth Horwich collection. Textures Canvas and Metal About Diane Cooper: Inspired by the visual culture in Japan,...
Metal
Vintage Framed Mixed Media Relief Scuplture Hesla 1984
Located in Dekalb, IL
Original mixed-media nail sculpture signed and dated "Hesla '84" at the lower right. This dimensional relief depicts a wooded landscape with winding paths, rolling hills, and stone w...
Metal
$45,000
H 55.75 in W 25 in D 21.5 in
Linda Stein, Favorites 1232 - Contemporary Art Mixed Media Assemblage Sculpture
By Linda Stein
Located in New York, NY
This work from Linda Stein's Displacement From Home series draws from the tradition of wunderkammer/cabinets of curiosities to highlight the global displacement and traumatic memory ...
Metal
$1,680
H 14.5 in W 10.75 in D 4.25 in
"Retablo No. 5 (An Attic of Records)", Mixed Media Sculpture
By Patrick Fitzgerald 1
Located in Chicago, IL
The intricate retablos of contemporary artist Patrick Fitzgerald are his means of paying homage to the musicians that inspired him throughout his life. Derived from Mexican votive pa...
Paper, Oil, Found Objects, Mixed Media, Wood Panel
$4,800
H 28 in W 19 in D 7 in
"Billy Ray's Tavern" realistic miniature, architecture, building, cityscape
By Drew Leshko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Billy Ray's Tavern" is original artwork made from paper, plaster, acrylic, enamel, polyester, basswood, chain, wire, inkjet prints, and pastels by Drew Leshko. Thi...
Metal
$2,400
H 16.25 in W 47.5 in D 6.5 in
Mixed-media Medium Wood Cityscape Shelf or Mantel by Artist Ben Darby, 2020
By Ben Darby
Located in San Diego, CA
Artful one-of-a-kind medium shelf or sculpture by artist Ben Darby. Made of various pieces of wood and accented with multi-color acrylic paint. We selected this piece soon after it w...
Wood, Acrylic
$2,900
H 18 in W 18 in D 1 in
Purvis Young "Walking on the World" Mixed-Media Assemblage on Found Wood
By Purvis Young
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Purvis Young "Walking on the World" Mixed-Media Assemblage on Found Wood A compelling and deeply symbolic mixed-media assemblage by celebrated Miami artist Purvis Young (1943–2010),...
Canvas, Wood
$16,437
H 55.12 in W 59.06 in D 7.88 in
Cabinet of Curiosities - Contemporary salvaged wood found objects Sculpture
By Lesley Hilling
Located in DE
Lesley Hilling is a self-taught English artist known for her intricate constructions made entirely from salvaged wood and found objects. Her work reflects a deep connection to the pa...
Wood, Found Objects
$6,500
H 10.5 in W 9.5 in D 4 in
Linda Stein, Card House 004 - Mixed Media Collage Contemporary Wall Sculpture
By Linda Stein
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Card House 004 - Mixed Media Collage Contemporary Wall Sculpture These wall constructions and dioramas were made in the 1970s when Linda Stein was also working on her B...
Wood, Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$3,290 / item
H 35 in W 86 in D 40 in
Modern English Sofa in a Caramel Mustard Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Caramel Mustard tone. This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with cl...
Cotton, Velvet, Oak, Down
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
$127Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.79 in W 14.69 in D 9.85 in
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...
Shell
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
Abstract Polka Dot Inlay White Media Console
Located in New York, NY
"Kusama-Inspired Polka Dots White Media Console" Infuse your living space with a burst of creativity and style with our Kusama-Inspired Bold Polka Dots Media Console. Drawing inspir...
Bone, Wood
French Art Deco Secretary Cabinet by André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Andre Arbus Sloping mahogany secreter with two drawers and a drop-leaf door. Sycamore maple interior with six small drawers and a central niche lined with parchment; gilt bronze knob...
Brass
$1,598 / set
H 8.27 in Dm 8.27 in
Pair of Pearlshade Pendant Lights designed by Lars Schioler, 1960s, Denmark
By Hoyrup Light, Lars Schiøler
Located in Værløse, DK
Matched pair of Pearl Shade pendant lights designed by Lars Ejler Schiøler for P.J. Høyrup in the 1950s. * Pair of pendant lights in plastic with brown top and bottom bands * Design...
Plastic
$28,000 / set
H 61 in W 24 in D 22 in
Art Deco Illuminated Vanity Together Mirror with Stool Paramount Theater Boston
Located in Westport, CT
Art Deco acid etched Illuminated Vanity with aluminum trim attached to Vanity with illuminated bottom column, original aluminum stool. From the women’s powder room Paramount Theater...
Aluminum
$3,490 / item
H 35 in W 86 in D 40 in
Modern English Sofa in Chestnut Brown in Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Chestnut color. This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with classic ...
Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Down
$2,739 / item
H 39.38 in W 60.63 in D 26.38 in
Four-Arm Brass Asymmetrical Chandelier, Ivory Gold Pivot Shades, Stilnovo Style
By Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo, Arteluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Introducing a captivating and innovative take on mid-century-inspired chandeliers, this design artfully plays with asymmetry in its arm combination. The result is a chandelier that p...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$1,232Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 17.72 in W 13.39 in D 8.67 in
Pink Quadriedri Table Lamp, Venini Style
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Magnificent pair of table lamps, 24 pink quadriedri for each lamp. Elegant object of furniture. Period: Late 20th century Dimensions: 15 inches (38 cm) height, 10.50 inches (27 cm)...
Metal
$7,000
H 1.75 in W 6.25 in D 4.25 in
Faberge Style Guilloche Enamel Sterling Silver Decorative Box/Cigarettes Case
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is Faberge style rectangular patinated 925 silver metal decorative box/cigarette case. It depicts a heavy hinged box very well ornamented. The top of the lid is covered by an oc...
Sterling Silver
Cast Bronze Sconce, Verdegris Finish, Flor de Bronce Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the layered significance of the calla lily in Mexican culture, this collection blends the bold heft of cast bronze with sculpted, flowing curves that echo the flower’s fo...
Bronze
$42,236 / set
H 25.6 in W 102.37 in D 84.65 in
Midcentury Safari sofa by Archizoom for Poltronova, Italy 1968
By Poltronova, Archizoom Associati
Located in HAARLEM, NL
An icon, vintage Safari sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova. A base made of white-coated fibreglass reinforced plastic, integrated seats arranged in the form of a flower, newl...
Fiberglass
$2,786
H 29.34 in W 30.91 in D 15.75 in
English Art Deco Oak Desk, Hand-Carved, Compact Design, Circa 1930
Located in Faversham, GB
An unusually diminutive oak Art Deco Period desk. The desk top has a long smooth running frieze drawer with oak handles flanked by a pair of pedestals with reeded detailing. The pe...
Oak
Margie Criner is an American artist born in Detroit in 1968. Her sculptural work invites the viewer to examine form from a distance, then, via a lens portal, shift to see an interior narrative. Criner’s work explores universal experiences like floating, waiting, commuting, traveling and dreaming. She received a Bachelor of Science in Textile Design from Michigan State University in 1991 and has exhibited her work throughout the United States. Criner currently works and resides in Chicago, Illinois.
The history of sculpture as we know it is believed to have origins in Ancient Greece, while small sculptural carvings are among the most common examples of prehistoric art. In short, sculpture as a fine art has been with us forever. A powerful three-dimensional means of creative expression, sculpture has long been most frequently associated with religion — consider the limestone Great Sphinx in Giza, Egypt — while the tradition of collecting sculpture, which has also been traced back to Greece as well as to China, far precedes the emergence of museums.
Technique and materials in sculpture have changed over time. Stone sculpture, which essentially began as images carved into cave walls, is as old as human civilization itself. The majority of surviving sculpted works from ancient cultures are stone. Traditionally, this material and pottery as well as metal — bronze in particular — were among the most common materials associated with this field of visual art. Artists have long sought new ways and materials in order to make sculptures and express their ideas. Material, after all, is the vehicle through which artists express themselves, or at least work out the problems knocking around in their heads. It also allows them to push the boundaries of form, subverting our expectations and upending convention. As an influential sculptor as much as he was a revolutionary painter and printmaker, Pablo Picasso worked with everything from wire to wood to bicycle seats.
If you are a lover of art and antiques or are thinking of bringing a work of sculpture into your home for the first time, there are several details to keep in mind. As with all other works of art, think about what you like. What speaks to you? Visit local galleries and museums. Take in works of public art and art fairs when you can and find out what kind of sculpture you like. When you’ve come to a decision about a specific work, try to find out all you can about the piece, and if you’re not buying from a sculptor directly, work with an art expert to confirm the work’s authenticity.
And when you bring your sculpture home, remember: No matter how big or small your new addition is, it will make a statement in your space. Large- and even medium-sized sculptures can be heavy, so hire some professional art handlers as necessary and find a good place in your home for your piece. Whether you’re installing a towering new figurative sculpture — a colorful character by KAWS or hyperreal work by Carole A. Feuerman, perhaps — or an abstract work by Won Lee, you’ll want the sculpture to be safe from being knocked over. (You’ll find that most sculptures should be displayed at eye level, while some large busts look best from below.)
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