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Midcentury Abstract Sculpture by Thure Thörn, Sweden, 1950
By Thure Thorn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sculpture made by Swedish sculptor Thure Thörn. Made from plaster on a base of teak. Good condition with few signs of wear and patina. Signed with the artist name T. Thörn.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
H 10.63 in. W 6.3 in. D 4.73 in.
Midcentury Abstract Bronze Nude Sculpture on Metal Base by Ken Vares
By Ken Vares
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury abstract bronze nude on black metal base sculpture by Ken California listed artist Ken Vares, circa 1960s. The piece is very heavy, well detailed and signed.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Metal
H 11.5 in. Dm 4.25 in.
Midcentury Brutalist Bronze & Crystal Geode Wall Sculpture by Marc D'Haenens
By Marc D'haenens
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and unique Mid-Century Modern sculpture was realized by the esteemed sculptor Marc D'Haenens in Belgium, circa 1970. It features an exquisite jewel like geode in the ce...
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Bronze
H 27.5 in. W 14 in. D 8.5 in.
Renato Bassoli Midcentury Italian Sculpture
By Renato Bassoli
Located in Milan, Italy
Iron sculpture by Renato Bassoli, 1950.
Unique Piece.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
H 19.69 in. W 19.69 in. D 7.09 in.
Renato Bassoli Midcentury Italian Sculpture
By Renato Bassoli
Located in Milan, Italy
Iron sculpture by Renato Bassoli, 1950.
Unique Piece.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
H 8.67 in. W 5.91 in. D 5.91 in.
Renato Bassoli Midcentury Italian Sculpture
By Renato Bassoli
Located in Milan, Italy
Renato Bassoli iron and ceramic sculpture, 1950.
Unique piece.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
H 43.31 in. W 32.29 in. D 1.97 in.
Walter Bosse Midcentury Zebra Donkey Brass Sculpture, Hertha Baller, Austria
By Walter Bosse, Hertha Baller
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful modernist brass figurine, displaying a zebra from the left side and a donkey from the other side. A very humorous design by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller, Austr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 4 in. W 5 in. D 2 in.
Midcentury Brass Crucifix
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice brass crucifix, circa 1960s. Nice weight and detail.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 10.25 in. W 5 in. D .5 in.
Midcentury Brass Crucifix with Copper Jesus
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice brass crucifix with a copper Jesus on the cross, circa 1960s. Nice weight and detail.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
H 10.25 in. W 5 in. D .5 in.
Pair of Multicoloured Italian Midcentury Ceramic Cats by Roberto Rigon
By Roberto Rigon
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming Italian modern ceramic cat sculptures from the 1960s designed and manufactured by Roberto Rigon, both marked with RR on the underside and in beautiful condition. They have a...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 5.91 in. W 10.63 in. D 3.15 in.
Walter Bosse Midcentury Baby Giraffe Brass Figurine, Hertha Baller, Austria
By Walter Bosse, Hertha Baller
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely baby giraffe sculpture made of brass from the 1950s. Designed by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller, Austria. In very good condition with marginal patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 3.33 in. W 2 in. D 1 in.
Walter Bosse Midcentury Horse Brass Figurine, Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s
By Walter Bosse, Hertha Baller
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely horse foal sculpture made of brass from the 1950s. Designed by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller. In good condition with charming patina. We offer more Walter Bosse br...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 3 in. W 3.5 in. D 1.5 in.
Walter Bosse Midcentury Calf Cow Brass Figurine, Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s
By Hertha Baller, Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely calf / baby cow sculpture made of brass from the 1950s. Designed by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller, Austria. In very good condition with marginal patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 3 in. W 3 in. D 1 in.
Teak Knife Modern Sculpture Midcentury
Located in National City, CA
For your consideration: Mid-Century Modern knife sculpture in teak dimensions: 12 1/4" x 1 1/8" x 2 3/4" original preowned vintage condition. See images. Item is vintage.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Teak
H 2.75 in. W 12.25 in. D 1.13 in.
Large Modern Giraffe Sculpture, Latin American, Midcentury
By Manuel Carbonell
Located in Rochester, NY
A large and early sand cast aluminum modernist sculpture of a giraffe by Cuban American artist Manuel Carbonell. Pedestal included. Measures: Height is 73” with base.
Carbonell’s ea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal, Aluminum
H 47 in. W 19 in. D 8 in.
Large Modern Giraffe Sculpture, Latin American, Midcentury
By Manuel Carbonell
Located in Rochester, NY
A large and early sand cast aluminum modernist sculpture of a giraffe by Cuban American artist Manuel Carbonell. Pedestal included. Measures: Height is 73” with base.
Carbonell’s ea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal, Aluminum
H 47 in. W 19 in. D 8 in.
Large Modern Giraffe Sculpture, Latin American, Midcentury
By Manuel Carbonell
Located in Rochester, NY
A large and early sand cast aluminum modernist sculpture of a giraffe by Cuban American artist Manuel Carbonell. Pedestal included. Measures: Height is 73” with base.
Carbonell’s ea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal, Aluminum
H 47 in. W 19 in. D 8 in.
Midcentury Stoneware Sculpture
Located in London, GB
A stoneware sculpture.
France, circa 1960.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
H 3.55 in. Dm 7.09 in.
Midcentury Brass Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Brass freeform sculpture on mahogany base.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 19 in. W 6.25 in. D 5.75 in.
Modern Signed Midcentury Abstract Carved Wood Female Male Torso Sculpture
By Sondheimer
Located in Studio City, CA
Beautiful, abstract figural, hand carved wood sculpture of female nude torso on swivel (appears to be male torso when viewed at different angle). Signed by the artist under the base....
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 29 in. W 15.5 in. D 15.5 in.
Midcentury Abstract Bronze Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning midcentury abstract bronze sculpture. This well cast abstract bronze has great patina and is perfect for a cocktail table, console table or in a bookcase.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 11.5 in. W 9.25 in. D 8 in.
Midcentury Modern Crystal Murano Glass Horse Head Italian Sculpture, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
Murano glass figure shaped like a horse's head with geometric hair.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
H 6.3 in. W 3.15 in. D 6.3 in.
Brutalist Midcentury Iron Sculpture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A striking Late 1960s Brutalist midcentury iron sculpture in all very good original condition for the wall or table. Dozens of forged and welded rings in an Abstract form are mounted...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
H 6.5 in. W 19 in. D 9.5 in.
Midcentury Male Nude Sculpture
Located in London, GB
An amazing sculpture of a standing youth, exquisitely detailed throughout, measuring 17 inches tall.
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Resin
H 17 in. W 5 in. D 4.5 in.
Midcentury Modern Stunning Sculpture in Lucite by Hivo Van Teal, 1970s
By Hivo Van Teal
Located in National City, CA
For your consideration: Uniquely modern Lucite sculpture by award winning artist designer Hivo Van Teal of Van Teal Inc., circa 1970s. Dimensions: H 21.5 in. x Dm 6 in. Original cond...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
H 21.5 in. W 6 in. D 6 in.
Four Decorative Elephant Sculpture Statue Made of Brass Midcentury Modern German
Located in Nürnberg, DE
Four decorative elephant sculpture statue made of brass. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of brass and marked with labels. The tallest is approx. 3 3/8" high, ...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 3.38 in. W 4.63 in. D 2 in.
Signed, Midcentury Bronze Bird Sculpture
By Bruno Groth
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Signed and dated, Modernist, 1964, bronze sculpture of a bird by German-born American artist, Bruno Groth, (1905-1992). Groth worked for Paramount Studios, and was well exhibited on ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 20.25 in. W 20 in. D 8 in.
Midcentury Brass Palm Tree Sculpture
By Maison Jansen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic midcentury brass palm tree, in the Maison Jansen manner with a refined presence and dynamic appeal. Having removable fronds and coconuts, all hand polished and lacquered for eas...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 73 in. W 32 in. D 32 in.
Midcentury Lucite Domino Sculptures, 'Pair'
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of midcentury Lucite Domino sculptures. Interesting and sculptural additions to your décor. Sculptural on their own or could be used as bookends.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
H 10 in. W 5 in. D 1.5 in.
Midcentury Leather Wrapped Rhino Sculpture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive midcentury leather wrapped rhino culture featuring a vintage life-like leather with fine details. Glass eyes and pointed ears with a dark brown color.
Category
20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Leather, Glass
H 8 in. W 13 in. D 5 in.
Midcentury Bronze Sculpture Horse Ride
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful midcentury bronze sculpture of a boy on a horse.
The work is signed and numbered, circa 1970.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 8.08 in. W 6.3 in. D 2.96 in.
Midcentury Abstract White Sculpture, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large abstract sculpture by an unknown artist. Form, line and surface are used as the visual language, the sculpture is abstracted to a Minimalist form. The primary material, resin m...
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Epoxy Resin
H 29.93 in. W 35.44 in. D 5.52 in.
Tall Abstract Midcentury Iron Sculpture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine and tall sweeping abstract midcentury iron sculpture in all original condition. Monogrammed DHR. An abstract shape in black iron wire with a bulbous interlaced center. On a tr...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
H 35.5 in. Dm 6 in.
Midcentury Abstract Carved Wooden Sculpture
Located in Norwalk, CT
A midcentury carved wooden sculpture in an abstract form.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 17 in. W 11 in. D 10 in.
Minimalist Midcentury Lucite Owl Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Minimalist midcentury Lucite owl sculpture, circa 1970s. The sculpture measures: 4" W x 3" D x 6.5" H.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
H 6.5 in. W 4 in. D 3 in.
Midcentury Brass Palm Tree Sculpture
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic stylized brass palm or banana tree sculpture with a graceful form and a custom finish, hand polished and lacquered for easy care.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 24 in. Dm 20 in.
Anthony Redmile Unique Midcentury Sculpture
Located in Arles, FR
Very decorative mid-century modern sculpture. Legs, feet, feathered details and head is gold plated metal with glass eyes sculpture resting on a brass base. The details of the sculp...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 21 in. W 5.50 in. D 10 in.
Midcentury Bijan Welded Figure Sculpture
By Bijan
Located in Norwalk, CT
A great whimsical sculpture of a Brutalist flute player. Signed on foot.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 18.5 in. W 8.5 in. D 8 in.
Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient Sculpture
By Harry Bertoia
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient sculpture featuring seven black monel "cat-tail" tops silvered to beryllium. Copper rods silvered to brass base. In fine condition.
Measures: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
H 14 in. W 6 in. D 3 in.
Pair of Midcentury Acrylic Sculptures
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of midcentury acrylic sculptures
Measures: 16" W x 8" H x 3" D and 12" W x 10" H x 3" D
Stand: 6" W x 6" D x 2" H.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
H 10 in. W 12 in. D 3 in.
Midcentury Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture
Located in Norwalk, CT
This midcentury wall sculpture has a great brutalist look. An interesting abstract appearance with an industrial feel.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 19.25 in. W 27.75 in. D 5.75 in.
Italian Midcentury Rocking Horse Sculpture
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Italian Midcentury Rocking Horse Sculpture. Italian midcentury rattan rocking horse sculpture. Italy, circa 1960.
Dimensions: H 23 in. x W 30 in. x D 18 in.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Rattan
H 23 in. W 30 in. D 18 in.
Rare Midcentury Modern High Fashion Lady Model / Hand Carved Teak Wood Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and very stylish, early 1950 fashion model sculpture.
This very cool sculpture of a western world lady in a perfect 1950s outfit is in excellent condition. Sculptures of this...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
H 15.6 in. W 4.25 in. D 3.2 in.
Rare Midcentury Modern Carved Teak Female Nude Sculpture Table or Floor Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully shaped from top to bottom.
This hand-carved and stylish table or floor lamp is crafted out of one solid piece of teakwood. The natural grain in this beautiful hardwood a...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 47 in. W 13.5 in. D 9 in.
Midcentury Teak Nude Sculpture, Female, 1960s
Located in Ottenburg, BE
Vintage abstract female nude sculpture.
Beautiful shape, timeless piece.
Good condition
1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
H 30.32 in. W 3.94 in. D 7.88 in.
Midcentury Porcelain Sculpture of Fox, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Midcentury porcelain sculpture of fox, 1960s. In good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
H 19 in. W 11 in. D 10 in.
Midcentury Bronze Sculpture by Azriel Awret
Located in Boulder, CO
Polish sculptor 1910-2010
Bronze on stone base measuring 16" x 19.5" x 4.75", signed.
Azriel Awret was born in Lodz, Poland, and moved to Belgium where he lived in Brussels. He ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 16 in. W 19.5 in. D 4.75 in.
Midcentury Metal Sculpture of Don Quixote
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and expressive abstract metal sculpture of Don Quixote, armed and mounted on his rearing horse, dating to the 1960s. Made of soldered black sheet metal plates and mounted on ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 31.75 in. W 15.5 in. D 8.5 in.
Midcentury Ebony Hand Carved Mermaid Sculpture
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful sculpture is entirely carved out of one piece of ebony wood in the 1960s in Tansania The perfectly natural and organic shape makes this handcrafted sculpture extra special ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Tanzanian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
H 14.57 in. W 9.06 in. D 4.34 in.
Franco Albini Midcentury Rocking Horse Sculpture
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Franco Albini midcentury rocking horse sculpture. Midcentury rattan and wicker rocking horse sculpture, Italy, circa 1960.
Dimensions: H 24 in. x W 30 in. x D 18 in.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Rattan
H 24 in. W 30 in. D 18 in.
Midcentury Sculpture Nude Woman, Jihokera, 1940s
By Jihokera
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of glazed ceramic
Re-polished
Fully functional
Very good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 13.78 in. W 5.52 in. D 3.94 in.
Midcentury Sculptures of Nude Women, 1960s
By Jitka Forejtova
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made of varnish ceramic
- Dimension of grey-white sculpture: H28 x W24 x D20
- Good, original condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 9.85 in. W 9.85 in. D 4.73 in.
1960s Midcentury Victor Salmones Bronze Sculpture
By Victor Salmones
Located in Miami, FL
1960s midcentury Victor Salmones bronze sculpture
Offered for sale is a Mid-Century Modern Victor Salmones (1937-1989) sculpture in bronze. Victor Salmones was one of the most wid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 10 in. W 9.5 in. D 2.75 in.
Midcentury Colette Gueden Plant Stand Sculpture
By Primavera, Colette Gueden
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Very rare Colette Gueden plant stand. France 1940s for Primavera. Made of steel and has recently been powder coated while keeping its metal unrestored. This beautiful sculpture is re...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
H 41 in. Dm 23 in.
Hal Fromhold Midcentury Studio Ceramic Sculpture
By Hal Fromhold
Located in Norwalk, CT
This unique, whimsical sculpture is circa 1960s, from California.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 13.5 in. W 11.25 in. D 4 in.
Hal Fromhold Midcentury Studio Ceramic Sculpture
By Hal Fromhold
Located in Norwalk, CT
Hal Fromhold midcentury studio ceramic sculpture, circa 1960s, California.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 13.5 in. W 6.5 in. D 4 in.
Hal Fromhold Midcentury Studio Ceramic Sculpture
By Hal Fromhold
Located in Norwalk, CT
Monogram stamp CHF, circa 1960s, California.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 12 in. W 10 in. D 4 in.
Midcentury Brass and Rosewood Dolphin Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Whimsical Mid-Century Modern brass and rosewood dolphin sculpture.
No Markings.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 7 in. W 19.5 in. D 4.5 in.
French Midcentury Glazed Terracotta Fish Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Stunning French midcentury glazed terracotta. Close to the work of Santiago Rodriguez Bonome (School of Paris), France, 1950s. Could be. Zeus Faber fish. Measures: Width 33cm, 13 in....
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
H 13 in. W 13 in. D 4.34 in.
Midcentury Oversized Murano Multicolor Glass Fish Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Huge Italian Murano glass hand blown fish figure with colorful decorative spots and stripes, Italy, 1950s.
Blue, red, orange, yellow and green accents on a white an clear glass body...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 6.3 in. W 21.66 in. D 4.73 in.
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Midcentury Modern Sculptures For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of midcentury modern sculptures available for sale. The range of distinct midcentury modern sculptures — often made from metal, ceramic and wood — can elevate any home. We have 442 antique and vintage midcentury modern sculptures in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Midcentury modern sculptures have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Midcentury modern sculptures bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many midcentury modern sculptures are appealing in their simplicity, but Walter Bosse, Hertha Baller and Abraham Palatnik produced popular midcentury modern sculptures that are worth a look.
How Much are Midcentury Modern Sculptures?
Prices for midcentury modern sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, midcentury modern sculptures begin at $125 and can go as high as $60,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,199.
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.
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