Roots - An Iron vessel wall sculpture by Nir Adoni. 41x27.5"
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Nir Adoni's metal vessels sculptures have become his signature art and are displayed in public
Metal, Steel, Iron
Calvary
By Paul Villinski
Located in New Orleans, LA
Academy and the Massachusetts College of Art, and a BFA with honors from the Cooper Union for the
Found Objects
"Crossing Paths: Sunset" Hand-Crafted Origami Stars in Wall-Hanging Sculpture
By Kelly Kozma
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This sculpture titled "Crossing Paths: Sunset" is an original artwork by Kelly Kozma as part of her
Metal
"Love for Ten Thousand Years"Hand Folded Origami Paper Star in Pendant Sculpture
By Kelly Kozma
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This sculpture titled "Love for Ten Thousand Years" is an original artwork by Kelly Kozma made of
Paper, Found Objects, Acrylic, Panel, Thread, Lucite
"LG Chocolate", Retro Cellphone Crocheted Still-Life Wall Sculpture
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
YouTube tutorials nonstop. After weeks of learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Diary 2 by John Garrett, 2017, Mixed Media Wall Hanging Sculpture, Contemporary
By John Garrett
Located in St. Louis, MO
, stitched or tied. With an expansive repertoire of materials, each work of art is meticulously crafted
Fabric, Plaster, Wood, Found Objects, Mixed Media, Other Medium
$10,500
"Wire Songs", Contemporary, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Plied Wire, Aluminum, Metal
By John Garrett
Located in St. Louis, MO
, stitched or tied. With an expansive repertoire of materials, each work of art is meticulously crafted
Metal, Wire
Price Upon Request
Vanity
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Steel
Indian Contemporary Art By Sumit Mehndiratta - Neon Butterflies
By Sumit Mehndiratta
Located in Paris, IDF
paper to experimental mediums like digital art, mixed media and wall sculptures. Sumit claims to have
Stainless Steel
Leaf Winged Male
By Eric Rhein
Located in New York, NY
Eric Rhein “Leaf Winged Male” 1999 Signed, verso Wire, paper, and found objects 26.25 x 21 x
Wire
$7,500
Alti-Thronus, Surrealist Found Objects and Oil Paint Sculpture by Mihail Sorin
By Mihail Sorin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Mihail Sorin Title: Alti-Thronus Year: 2000 Medium: Oil on Canvas with Wood Frame with Compass Tools Size: 27.5 x 19.75 in. (69.85 x 50.17 cm) Frame Size: 54 x 42.5 x 3 inches
Canvas, Wood, Found Objects, Oil
Portal VI
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood, Found Objects
Portal IV
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood, Found Objects
Portal V
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood, Found Objects
Portal III
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood, Found Objects
Portal II
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood, Found Objects
Portal I
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood, Found Objects
"Samsung Intensity 2", Vintage Technology, Framed Y2K Crochet Wall Sculpture
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
by watching YouTube tutorials nonstop. After weeks of learning, she found that crochet combined her
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects
"LG enV", Crocheted Still-Life Vintage Technology Wall Sculpture Framed
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
YouTube tutorials nonstop. After weeks of learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects
Persephone
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood, Found Objects
Portals
Located in New Orleans, LA
through fiber, ceramics, and found objects. Raised in a potter’s studio by a spiritual seeker and educator
Fabric, Wood, Ceramic, Found Objects
Viral Structure
By Eric Rhein
Located in New York, NY
found objects 18 x 34 x 14 inches (45.7 x 86.4 x 35.6 cm) 61 x 38 x 18 inches (154.94 x 96.52 x 45.72
Wire
$25,000
Andra Samelson, Pemarom, 2013-2022, 1300 + cds, Edition of 5, Abstract Sculpture
By Andra Samelson
Located in Darien, CT
has given talks about her work at NYU, Pratt Art Institute, PBS and Artists Talk on Art. Her work has
Mirror, Plastic, Acrylic Polymer, Found Objects, Other Medium
"An Exact Record Of How It Happened", Green, Red, and White Sculpture
By Jedediah Morfit
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculpture from the Woodmere Art Museum in 2006, and was awarded the Dexter Jones Award for Bas Relief from
Wood, Plaster, Paint, Wax, Epoxy Glue, Found Objects
Current Local Time 2024
By Carlton Scott Sturgill
Located in New Orleans, LA
, sculpture, collage, and installation, my work takes many forms and incorporates a wide variety of materials
Paint, Found Objects
Fleur-de-lis
By Paul Villinski
Located in New Orleans, LA
frequently been reviewed in periodicals including ARTnews; ArtForum; Art in America; Sculpture; Interior
Metal, Wire
$21,000
Shaman
By John Petrey
Located in Rye, NY
craftsmanship transforms everyday and found objects into a layered, symbolic presence. Shaman embodies themes of
Ceramic, Leather, Fabric, Found Objects, Mixed Media
Esclavo Esperanzado
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Steel
Price Upon Request
Sebastian and Irene
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Gold, Steel
Samiri
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Gold, Steel
Khamsa
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Gold, Steel
Cephalophore
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Gold, Steel
Please Please
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Gold, Steel
Price Upon Request
Buddha with Flames
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Gold, Steel
Price Upon Request
Buddha with Flowers
Located in New Orleans, LA
in conjunction with vintage found objects and relics. In his new series entitled In Situ, his mixed
Steel, Gold
"Snake > Pong", Vintage Phone Games Contemporary Crochet Still-Life Sculpture
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture with her love of color in a
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects, Wood
"It Girl", Retro Flip Phone Crocheted Sculpture with Thread, Nostalgic
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture with her love of color in a beautifully
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects, Wood
$22,500
Clarrisa
By Eric Rhein
Located in New York, NY
fabric, and found objects 16.5 x 17.5 x 8.5 inches (41.9 x 44.5 x 21.6 cm) This work is offered by
Wire
"3 Pallets", Hand-Crafted Miniature Sculpture in Wood and Watercolor
By Drew Leshko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "3 Pallets" is original artwork made from coffee stirrers, basswood, pastel, watercolor by Drew Leshko. This piece measures 5”h x 1”w x 5”d. Drew Leshko is a Phila...
Wood, Found Objects, Watercolor
"Sundae Dino" Dimensional paint on animatronic Playskool Dinosaur
By PJ Linden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
microscopic patterns on found objects, fashion, and technology. Linden got her start working with Patricia
Paint, Found Objects
Consonance
By Paul Villinski
Located in New Orleans, LA
Academy and the Massachusetts College of Art, and a BFA with honors from the Cooper Union for the
Found Objects
Spinner
By Paul Villinski
Located in New Orleans, LA
Academy and the Massachusetts College of Art, and a BFA with honors from the Cooper Union for the
Steel
$12,000
Never
By Paul Villinski
Located in New Orleans, LA
Academy and the Massachusetts College of Art, and a BFA with honors from the Cooper Union for the
Found Objects
"Cornbread Global Phenomenon Shield", Acrylic on Dutch Street Sign, Graffiti
By Cornbread
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This artwork titled "Cornbread Global Phenomenon Shield" is an original artwork by Cornbread made of acrylic paint on a retired Amsterdam street sign. The piece measures 80cm / 31.5i...
Found Objects, Acrylic
"Cornbread The Legend of Legends Stop Sign", Acrylic on Street Sign, Graffiti
By Cornbread
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This artwork titled "Cornbread The Legend of Legends Stop Sign" is an original artwork by Cornbread made of acrylic paint on a retired street sign. The piece measures 30"h x 30"w and...
Found Objects, Acrylic
"Cornbread Do Not Enter Sign", Acrylic on Street Sign, Graffiti and Tagging
By Cornbread
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This artwork titled "Cornbread Do Not Enter Sign" is an original artwork by Cornbread made of acrylic paint on a retired street sign. The piece measures 30"h x 30"w and ships with a ...
Found Objects, Acrylic
"Cornbread Philly No Outlet Sign", Acrylic on Street Sign
By Cornbread
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This artwork titled "Cornbread Philly No Outlet Sign" is an original artwork by Cornbread made of acrylic paint on a retired Amsterdam street sign. The piece measures 41"h x 41"w and...
Found Objects, Acrylic
"Creepiest Button to Ever Exist", Crochet Retro Internet Culture Wall Sculpture
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture with her love of color in a
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects, Wood
"Darkmark999", Game Boy Nostalgic 90s Crochet Wall-Hanging Sculpture
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture with her love of color in a
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects, Acrylic, Wood
$8,000
"Cornbread The Legend Change The World", Acrylic on Metal Roofing Panel Graffiti
By Cornbread
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This artwork titled "Cornbread The Legend Change The World" is an original artwork by Cornbread made of acrylic paint on a metal roofing panel. The piece is a movie set piece from Au...
Metal
"Fresh Cut: Cornbread Philly", Darryl McCray, First Modern Graffiti Artist
By Cornbread
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This artwork titled "Fresh Cut: Cornbread Philly" is an original artwork by Cornbread made of acrylic paint on wood. The piece measures 38"h x 51.5"w x 2.5"d framed. Darryl McCray, ...
Found Objects, Wood, Acrylic
Everyone gets Due Process, Right?
By Kat Flyn
Located in New Orleans, LA
herself from other assemblage artists in that she only employs “saved” as opposed to “found” objects in
Wood, Found Objects, Mixed Media
"Yoni", reconstructed egg assemblage, Hanging Sculpture
By Katie VanVliet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Moore College of Art & Design before co-founding BYO Print in 2010, a collective of printmakers and
Glue, Found Objects, Mica, Organic Material, Acrylic
The Last Stand
By Kat Flyn
Located in New Orleans, LA
“saved” as opposed to “found” objects in her work; and her pieces always have a political or cultural
Found Objects, Mixed Media
"Never Mess With a Bitch With a Blackberry", Still-Life Crocheted Sculpture
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. After weeks of learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture with her love of color in a
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects, Wood
"Tried and True, Nothing Beats a Classic Flip Phone", Crochet Wall Sculpture
By Nicole Nikolich, Lace in the Moon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
YouTube tutorials nonstop. After weeks of learning, she found that crochet combined her love of texture
Textile, Yarn, Found Objects, Wood
"Chimaera: Green #14", Reconstructed egg sculpture
By Katie VanVliet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Art & Design before co-founding BYO Print in 2010, a collective of printmakers and shared community
Glue, Found Objects, Mica, Organic Material, Acrylic
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.)
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of exceptional sculptures for sale. Browse works by your favorite creator, style, period or other attribute.
For nearly three decades, San Francisco–based Todd Hosfelt has curated against the grain — with a show on the legendary modernist Harry Bertoia the latest case in point.
Part of Alejandro Vega Beuvrin’s “Barricada” series, the work is a subversive tribute to the street smarts of citizen activists.
Get to know the innovators behind the pottery countercultural revolution.
The world’s top designers explain how they display art to elicit the natural (and supernatural) energy of home interiors.
By working with lettering, neon and Pop imagery, Chryssa pioneered several postmodern themes at a time when most male artists detested commercial mediums.
KAWS art toys have developed an avid audience in recent decades, and as in any robust collectible market, counterfeiters have followed the mania. Of course, you don’t have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where all our sellers are highly vetted.
At Waddesdon Manor, artist Joana Vasconcelos has installed a three-tiered patisserie inspired by the narrative tile work of her homeland. We take a look at the cake sculpture and how Portuguese tiles have been used in architecture from the 17th century to today.
Miami artist and designer Gabriela Noelle’s fantastical creations appeal to the Peter Pan in all of us.