Harry Bertoia Bush
Harry Bertoia Bush Sculpture
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
"Untitled" (Bush) Sculpture by Harry Bertoia, circa 1970's made of welded bronze.
Harry Bertoia
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Harry Bertoia Bush Sculpture
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Georges Mills, NH
Rare patinated bronze bush form, circa 1970
Provenance: Mangel Gallery, Philadelphia, PA, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s American Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Bronze
Harry Bertoia Bush Form Sculpture
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Dallas, TX
A large organic bush form with beautiful patina. Masterful work by Harry Bertoia. Sold with a COA
Category
Vintage 1970s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculptural Metal Tree Signed "Alanis"
Located in Hanover, MA
of trunk.
Flora are urchin-like forms made of brass.
Reminiscent of Harry Bertoia bush sculptures
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Harry Bertoia for Knoll ”BIRD” Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Harry Bertoia Bird Frame or High Back Diamond. Black metal frame with 4 rubber bushings that let
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Large Diamond Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Harry Bertoia for Knoll large diamond chair with a green cover. Base is original white. Bushings
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pristine Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the world’s best postwar designers. She staked the sculptor Harry Bertoia to two years in a studio
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pristine Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the world’s best postwar designers. She staked the sculptor Harry Bertoia to two years in a studio
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pristine Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the world’s best postwar designers. She staked the sculptor Harry Bertoia to two years in a studio
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
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By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
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20th Century Sculptures
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By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1970s American Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Harry Bertoia Bush Form Sculpture
By Harry Bertoia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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Vintage 1950s American Abstract Sculptures
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1970s Harry Bertoia Bush Form Sculpture Solid Bronze with added patina studio
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Located in Virginia Beach, VA
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
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Bronze
H 11.5 in W 14 in D 11.5 in
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Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1970s American Sculptures
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Extraordinarily Large and Dense Harry Bertoia Bush Sculpture
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Located in New York, NY
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Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1960s American Abstract Sculptures
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Bronze, Copper
Bush Form Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
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Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
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Extraordinary Bush Form Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
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Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
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Exquisite "Bush" Sculpture by Harry Bertoia (1915-78)
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Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
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Bronze, Copper
Exquisite Copper and Bronze Bush by Harry Bertoia
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Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
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Copper, Bronze
Harry Bertoia Bronze Bush Form Sculpture, USA 1960s
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
An outstanding example of Bertoia's greatly desired Bush form sculptures. The undulating form is
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Monumental Bush Form by Harry Bertoia (1915-78)
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Bush form called for incredible dexterity and patience. Starting from the core interior stem, Bertoia
Category
Vintage 1970s American Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Bronze
Harry Bertoia Welded Copper and Bronze Bush Sculpture with Applied Patina, 1975
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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Category
Vintage 1970s American Abstract Sculptures
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Bronze, Copper
Harry Bertoia Bronze Bush
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Harry Bertoia Verdigris bronze Bush Sculpture,
comes with original receipt from the Makler
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Vintage 1970s American Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Massive Bronze Gong by Harry Bertoia
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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20th Century American Sculptures
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Bronze
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By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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Located in New York, NY
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Patinated Bronze Bush by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sculptures
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Bush Form Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bird Chair and Ottoman
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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an Exceptional Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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Category
American Sculptures
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Copper
Unusual Bronze Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
A large scale bush sculpture by Bertoia, in very atypical bronze. Bertoia's bushes are well known
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20th Century American Sculptures
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A Bronze Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
This dense darkly patinated bronze Bush sculpture by Bertoia, is an early example of the form
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20th Century American Sculptures
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Outstanding Copper Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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20th Century American Sculptures
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Outstanding Bronze Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Large and stunning example of the bush form work of Bertoia. Executed completely in copper, from a
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20th Century American Sculptures
Important and Massive Bush Form by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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20th Century American Sculptures
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Copper, Bronze
A Unique Copper Bush Form by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
A highly naturalistic interpretation of a bush, rendered in copper by Harry Bertoia. A heavily
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20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Copper
A Unique Bronze Bush Form by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unique bush form by Bertoia from late in his sculpting career. Hand welded bronze stems
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20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Outstanding Rare "Brocolli" Bush Form by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Among Bertoia's most uncommon sculpture styles, this wonderful bush form shows the artist at the
Category
20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
A Unique Gold Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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Category
20th Century American Sculptures
A patinated Bronze Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Another excellent example of the bush form by Bertoia. This model is less densly populated than
Category
20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sublime "Bush" sculpture by Harry Bertoia (1915-78)
Located in New York, NY
One of the most beautiful sculptures of the postwar era.
Harry Bertoia mastered the method
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Bronze
A Sublime Hemispherical Copper Bush by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
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20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Copper
An Incredible Copper Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Stunning example of Bertoia's Bush sculpture style in heavily patinated copper. Very unusual
Category
20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Early Bronze Bush Form by Harry Bertoia, 1962
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful example of one of Bertoia's most desirable sculpture styles. Dark patinated bronze form
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20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
A Lovely Patinated Bronze Bush by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
One of Bertoia's most celebrated and fully realized sculptural styles. This example is well
Category
20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
A Dense Patinated Copper Bush by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Hundreds of hours went into the creation of each Bush sculpture, this highly unusual example being
Category
20th Century American Sculptures
Materials
Copper
BERTOIA BUSH SCULPTURE
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Harry Bertoia welded copper and bronze with applied patina , sculpture in Bush Form circa 1965
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Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
Bertoia for Knoll Large Diamond Chair
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bertoia for Knoll large diamond chair with a black cover. All rubber bushings have been replaced
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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An Outstanding Patinated Copper Bush Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
A fine example of Bertoia's "Bush" form, circa 1965. A beryllium copper framework suspends the
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20th Century American Sculptures
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Located in New York, NY
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20th Century American Sculptures
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Outstanding and Rare Dandelion Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
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Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
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Harry Bertoia Large Diamond chair and ottoman by Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Vintage 1950s American Chairs
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Harry Bertoia Patinated Bronze Bush Form Sculpture, USA, 1960s
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
A fine example of Bertoia's highly sought after Bush sculptures. It's size and density make it a
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Vintage 1960s American Abstract Sculptures
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Bronze
Harry Bertoia Bird Chair and Ottoman in Gray Wool
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Harry Bertoia bird chair and ottoman in a gray wool. Comfy chair and ottoman that has a slight rock
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Bertioa Knoll Large Rocking Diamond Chair in Cato Fabric
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bertoia Knoll large rocking Diamond chair with white Cato fabric cover. Chair has the rocking
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Harry Bertoia "Bush" Bronze Sculpture
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An atypical bush form. Authenticated by Val Bertoia. Certificate accompanies.
Category
20th Century American Sculptures
Untitled (Bush Form) by Harry Bertoia
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Chicago, IL
A welded copper and bronze sculpture by American artist and designer Harry Bertoia.
Category
20th Century American Modern Sculptures
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Bronze
untitled (Bush Form) by Harry Bertoia
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Chicago, IL
This work features a unique base structure that allows for the wall-mounted display of the form.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair and Ottoman
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Hudson, NY
Classic Bird Chair and Ottoman by Harry Bertoia produced by Knoll.
All original parts
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20th Century American Lounge Chairs
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Harry Bertoia Bush For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic harry bertoia bush available at 1stDibs. Each harry bertoia bush for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and copper. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer harry bertoia bush, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A harry bertoia bush is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made harry bertoia bush over the years, but those crafted by Harry Bertoia are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Finding the Right sculptures for You
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.
Questions About Harry Bertoia Bush
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a Harry Bertoia chair is comfortable really comes down to a matter of personal preference, but there are a lot of positive reviews pertaining to how comfortable the Italian-born American designer’s seating is. Among furniture aficionados he is known for the wire-lattice Diamond chair (and its variants such as the tall-backed Bird chair) designed for Knoll Inc. and first released in 1952. Shop a selection of Bertoia chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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