Modernist Stone Sculpture from USA, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An abstract sculpture carved of richly figured marble and mounted on an organically shaped lacquered wooden base.
Vintage 1960s American Sculptures and Carvings
Stone
Modernist Stone Sculpture from USA, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An abstract sculpture carved of richly figured marble and mounted on an organically shaped lacquered wooden base.
Stone
Modernist Stone Sculpture from USA, 1960s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An abstract sculpture carved of richly figured marble and mounted on an organically shaped lacquered wooden base.
Marble
Modernist stone sculpture, Signed Yehuda Dodd Roth
By Yehuda Dodd Roth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modernist orange stone sculpture mounted on black marble.
Stone, Marble
$5,500
H 41 in W 16 in D 16 in
20th Century Abstract Modernist Stone Sculpture of Three Faces in Profile
Located in South Salem, NY
Elegant contemporary art sculpture in an Art Deco revival style, signed by artist C. Marinse. Carved from beautiful green stone, three sensual faces with eyes closed are shown profil...
Stone
Modernist Abstract Stone Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Modernist Abstract Stone Sculpture. Offered is a stunning Modernist stone abstract sculpture that sits on an 8 inch by 8 inch plinth.
Stone
Modernist Abstract Stone Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Modernist Abstract Stone Sculpture. Offered is an interesting carved stone abstract Modernist sculpture that can be displayed on a pedestal, console table, center table or coffee tab...
Stone
1970s Modernist Bronze and Stone Abstract Table Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Modernist bronze and stone abstract table sculpture Organic Modern form.
Stone, Bronze
Large 1970's Modernist Stone Abstract Sculpture Signed
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1970's modern stone abstract sculpture "Signed AR" in vintage original condition with some wear and patina due to age and use, the sculpture is very heavy.
Stone
Mid Century Modernist Abstract Stone Sculpture Signed A. Tihen
Located in London, GB
A bold, mid-20th century carved stone sculpture of angular, modernist form, signed ‘A.
Stone
$1,110
H 19 in W 13 in D 12 in
Weathered Abstract Stone Torso Sculpture – Primitive Modernist Garden Figure
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This captivating stone torso sculpture presents a raw and timeless interpretation of the human form, blending elements of primitive art and modernist abstraction.
Stone
$5,258
H 10.24 in W 23.63 in D 11.82 in
Modernist sculpture of a reclining female nude, reconstituted stone, 1960s
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
An elegant sculpture of a reclining female nude, crafted from reconstituted stone in the 1950s–1960s.
Stone
Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Carved Organic Wood and Stone Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
The sculpture rests on a natural stone base, which has been left with a raw finish that contrasts beautifully with the polished, intricate surfaces of the wood.
Stone
Modernist Carved Sandstone Sculpture Mythical Figure
Located in Rochester, NY
Sinuous modern carving of a Mesoamerican. Aztec? Mayan? Striated sandstone, circa mid-20th century.
Stone
Modernist Marble and Stone Sculpture by David F.Soule
By Henry Moore, David F. Soule
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist marble and stone sculpture by David F. Soule, hand-carved, wonderfully executed, trapizoid shape stone base, mounted carved and polished marble sphere, stunning.
Stone, Marble
$1,013Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 11.03 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Decorative African Stone Sculpture, Abstract Modernist Signed Zimbabwe Status
Located in Wembley, GB
Signed Zimbabwean Stone Sculpture, Abstract Modernist Form, 20th Century Height: 28 cm Width: 18 cm Material: Solid hand-carved stone Origin: Zimbabwe, Southern Africa Artist: Signe...
Metal, Gold Plate, Sheet Metal, Gold Leaf
$2,750
H 14.5 in W 11 in D 6 in
Modernist White Stone Cat Sculpture by Japanese Artist Masatoyo Kishi Kuki
By Masatoyo Kishi
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist white stone cat sculpture by Japanese artist Masatoyo Kishi, circa 1970s.
Stone
$1,860Sale Price|25% Off
H 10 in W 13 in D 9 in
Signed Lace Agate Stone Modernist Sculpture, Yehuda Dodd Roth
By Yehuda Dodd Roth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modernist sculpture signed with infamous hearts by American Artist Yehuda Dodd Roth.
Agate
Modernist Carved Stone Portrait Bust
Located in Chicago, IL
This 21st century hand-carved stone portrait bust is expertly hewn from a striped gray and tan stone. The artist expertly and intentionally utilized the natural veining of the stone ...
Stone
$8,500
H 17.5 in W 19.5 in D 6.5 in
Argentine Modernist Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture Jewish Latin American
By Naum Knop
Located in Surfside, FL
Naum Knop (Ukrainian-Argentinean, 1917-1993) Modernist Brutalist bronze figural sculpture with heavy verdigris green finish.
Stone, Bronze
Vintage Boho Brutalist Modernist Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mounted on a solid black stone plinth, the sculpture offers a sophisticated contrast between organic chaos and geometric stability, making it a perfect accent for Industrial, Minimal...
Stone, Aluminum
$3,000
H 17 in W 13 in D 2 in
Gold Gilt Bronze Sculpture Pendant Israeli Tumarkin Abstract Modernist Jewelry
Located in Surfside, FL
Abstract Surrealist gold gilt cast bronze wearable art pendant ( it can hang on a necklace or with a pin be worn as a brooch) sculpture (or silver, it is heavy) with precious or sem...
Gold, Bronze
$2,800
H 30 in W 12 in D 10 in
Modernist Carved Stone Figurative Sculpture, W.P.A.Style, Signed M E F '01
By Henri Laurens
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist carved stone figurative sculpture.W.P.A.style, signed M E F '01?
Stone, Limestone
Modernist Carved Sandstone Figural Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
Sinuous modern carving of a Mesoamerican. Aztec? Mayan? Striated sandstone, circa mid-20th century. Not signed.
Stone, Sandstone
Bill Barrett Abstract Carved Stone Sculpture
By Bill Barrett
Located in Astoria, NY
Bill Barrett (American, b. 1932) Modernist Abstract Dolphin Carved Stone Sculpture, 1982, incised signature and date to bottom side, mounted atop a chrome base.
Stone
Mid Century Freeform Abstract Carved Stone Sculpture
Located in London, GB
A substantial, mid-20th century carved stone modernist freeform sculpture, unsigned. Europe, c. 1960s.
Stone
Masatoyo Kuki Kishi Abstract Modernist Bird Sculpture, 1970's
By Masatoyo Kishi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poured stone abstract sculpture by Japanese artist Masatoyo Kishi "Kuki" (1924-2017). Known for his work with various forms, this sculpture emulates a Japanese crane or bird in fligh...
Stone
Sculpture Stone Mother & Child Biomorphic Mid-Century Modern
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A large, 28“ high, modernist, biomorphic, Mother & Child, stone sculpture, mid-20th century.
Stone
Carved Stone Statue Fragment - Modernist/Primitive
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid piece of stone hand carved with a face and appears resting on a branch. Unique piece for coffee table, credenza or could survive a garden.
Marble
$3,800
H 18.5 in W 11 in D 6.5 in
Original Abstract Modernist Granite Sculpture, Hand Carved Organic Relief 1970s
Located in Troy, MI
Dynamic Mid Century carved stone sculpture circa 1970s Hand chiseled granite with fluid contours and geometric details A masterful balance of force and refinement Signed W Cooper ...
Granite, Stone
Mid-Century Biomorphic Carved Stone Sculpture on Rectilinear Slate Base
Located in New York, NY
This lovely Mid-Century Modernist Biomorphic Carved Stone Sculpture on Rectilinear Slate Base originates from the United States, Circa 1960.
Stone
Sculpture Stone Mother & Child Biomorphic Mid-Century Modern
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A 17“ high, modernist, biomorphic, stone sculpture, of a Mother Holding Two Children, mid-20th century.
Composition
Daniel Brush Steel Gold Water Stone Butterfly Sculpture
By Daniel Brush
Located in Greenwich, CT
This extraordinarily powerful and enigmatically beautiful vintage Daniel Brush gold and steel sculpture is a jewel not to be worn but cherished. Entitled 'Water Stone' this enchanti...
Gold, 22k Gold, Steel
$13,730
H 59.45 in W 7.49 in D 10.24 in
“Trova Tempo” by Alberto Cabiddu — Monumental Modernist Totem in Pietra
Located in Weesp, NL
Artist : Alberto Cabiddu, “Trova Tempo”, 1997 Totemic Sculpture in Pietra di Vicenza Dimensions: H 151 cm x D 26 cm x W 18.5 cm (59.45 x 10.24 x 7.28 inches) Condition: Excellent ...
Stone, Metal
Carved Stone Modernist Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful carved stone sculpture of a man and woman
Stone
Stone Bronze and Chrystal Modernist Wall Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, CA
Very interesting heavy wall hanging sculpture made with bronze elements and a pink chrystal cluster embedded in a 2.5" rock backdrop.
Stone, Bronze
Modernist Sculpture by F. Sanmiguel
Located in Paris, FR
Francisco Sanmiguel (1958-) is a Mexican painter and sculptor who resides in Puerto Vallarta. This work mixes tropical Parota wood and ancient stone from Burgundy, France, where Sanm...
Stone
Solid Blackened Cherry Modernist Sculpture by Dave Lasker
By Dave Lasker
Located in Atlanta, GA
Solid hardwood cherry assemblage. All pieces are fastened together using epoxy and dowels. The sculpture is torched, blackened and sprayed with pigmented pure black dye. It is bolted...
Stone
1968 Texas Modernist Sigi Munk Abstract Bird Sculpture
By Siggi Munk 1
Located in Tulsa, OK
This is a really nice abstract bird sculpture signed by Texas artist Sigi MUNK, to the river rock base. It is dated 1968. He had his studio in San Antonio in the 1960s. The birds are...
Stone, Iron
Unavailable
H 9.25 in W 8 in D 6.25 in
Early to Mid 20th Century Modernist Style Figurative Abstract Carved Sculpture
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early to mid 20th century carving of a woman's face, neck and decollete carved in stone. This sculpture is reminiscent of the modernist masterworks of the 1930's from both Europe ...
Stone
Modernist Stone Sculpture of a Female Nude Torso
Located in New York, NY
A modernist stone sculpture of a female nude torso, supported on a black painted stone plinth base.
Cast Stone
Leda with Swan" Modernist Stone Sculpture by Paula Meizner
Located in Long Island City, NY
"Leda with Swan" Modernist Stone Sculpture by Paula Meizner on a round Walnut Base.
Stone
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H 7.49 in W 4.34 in D 1.58 in
Modernist Stone Sculpture in Abstract Triangle Shape, 1960s, Noguchi Style
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
An intruding abstract sculpture in a triangular shape with a circular hole. A playful interpretation of an open & closed volume, reminiscent of the works Isamu Noguchi. Although not ...
Granite
Modernist Sculpture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A beautifully crafted unsigned modernist stone sculpture depicting an abstracted "falling" torso.
Marble
Abstract Organic Sculpture in Stone on a Marble Base, 1970s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Modernist stone sculpture in abstract shape, 1960s.
Stone, Marble
Modernist Figure Stone Sculpture Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous seated vintage modernist stone sculpture is abstract. The views change with the different angles.
Stone, Composition
Biomorphic Stone Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful, modernist stone sculpture. Gentle, fluid curves on both sides meet to create a crest on one end.
Stone
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H 28.25 in W 7.5 in D 8.25 in
Modernist Art Deco Marble Penguin Sculpture by Jose De Creeft C.1950’s
By Jose Mariano de Creeft
Located in Bernville, PA
Jose De Creeft is known for Modernist stone sculpture, expressionist sketches, religious images, teaching.
Marble
Modernist Carved Stone Abstract Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
Modernist carved stone abstract sculpture, signed A.W. 9-11 mounted on wooden base.
Stone
Modernist Carved Stone Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modernist carved stone sculpture, originating in England, circa 1940.
Modernist Abstract Stone Sculpture
Located in Hudson, NY
This is a mid-century modernist abstract red sandstone sculpture. Beautifully hand carved and mounted on a circular wood base. Signed by the artist on the base "CHávez." Very nice ap...
Sandstone
Fantastic Modernist Stone Gazelle Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
Large in size, beautiful in rendition makes this tessilated stone gazelle sculpture a dramatic presence. the sculptural brass horns bring even more height to this piece... it is mo...
Brass
American Modernist Carved Stone Female Torso Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
A carved stone female nude torso sculpture in a striking modernist pose that looks great from all angles.
Stone
'Kahan' Modernist Signed Carved Stone Woman Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
'Kahan' modernist signed carved stone sculpture of a standing woman in a dress.
Stone
Modernist Abstract Marble Sculpture
Located in Milford, NH
A fine modernist abstract variegated marble sculpture with hints of rose or pink in the stone, contrasted with dark veining, mounted with a brass rod on a black polished stone plinth...
Marble, Stone
Saúl Moreno Mexican Modernist Abstract Stone and Metal Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Mexican modernist carved stone and metal abstract sculpture by Saúl Moreno.
Stone, Metal
Masatoyo Kishi Kuki Japanese Abstract Modernist Cast Stone Sculpture
By Masatoyo Kishi
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Dynamic cast stone sculpture by Japanese artist Masatoyo Kishi "Kuki", circa 1980's. Sculpture measures 22" in height by 11" wide and 9" deep. Signed Kuki, 14/100. In very good vinta...
Cast Stone
Beatrice Wofsey Marble Stone Modernist Sculpture 1970's exhibited 1993
By Beatrice Wofsey
Located in Westport, CT
Circa 1970's free form modernist carved Marble stone sculpture with original exhibition label signed Beatrice Wofsey,entered in a show 1993 with original Formica base
Group of Modernist Sculptures
Located in Atlanta, GA
Group of Modernist Sculptures, American, circa 1960's. From left to right, they are: 1) The resin sculpture on wood base measures 20"H x 7"W x 5.75"D. 2) The brass sculpture mea...
Stone, Brass
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H 17.5 in W 19.5 in D 6.5 in
Argentine Modernist Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture Jewish Latin American
By Naum Knop
Located in Surfside, FL
Naum Knop (Ukrainian-Argentinean, 1917-1993) Modernist Brutalist bronze figural sculpture with heavy verdigris green finish.
Stone, Bronze
French Stone Carved Modernist Man C1930
By Brancusi
Located in Oxford, GB
Purchased from an Antique dealer in Montpellier who reported that it came from a house in the South of France. Small sea shells found in the ears and a smooth flat back suggest it ma...
Stone
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H 17 in W 13 in D 2 in
Gold Gilt Bronze Sculpture Pendant Israeli Tumarkin Abstract Modernist Jewelry
Located in Surfside, FL
Abstract Surrealist gold gilt cast bronze wearable art pendant ( it can hang on a necklace or with a pin be worn as a brooch) sculpture (or silver, it is heavy) with precious or sem...
Gold, Bronze
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H 63.5 in W 12 in D 12 in
Rare Large Aharon Bezalel Israeli Modernist Unique Bronze Brutalist Sculpture
By Aharon Bezalel
Located in Surfside, FL
Monumental, Unique Aharon Bezalel (Israel 1925-2012) Silvered Metal Sculpture. (I assume it is bronze but am not positive of the composition) Measurements - 63.5 inches high x 12 wi...
Stone, Bronze, Metal
Modernist Stone Bust by Charles Gordon Cutler
By Charles Gordon
Located in Long Island City, NY
Modernist Stone Bust by Charles Gordon Cutler.
Stone
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H 11.5 in W 0.75 in D 17.5 in
2 Ancient Carved Stone Brown Ring Bi Disc Sculptures Iron Stands Modernist
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of orange/brown stone carved bi-discs. The bi or pi disc is a flat disc with a circular hole in the center. The discs date back to Neolithic times (5,000-2,000 bc). Archeologist...
Stone, Iron
Maitland Smith Modernist Tessellated Stone Obelisks, Pair
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Springs, CA
From a very upscale Palm Springs estate, a rare pair of large tessellated stone obelisks done in the "Modernist" style by Maitland Smith. Handmade in the Phillipines. Felted bottoms....
Stone
A French Modernist Stone Lions Head
Located in Kent, Dover
A French carved stone lions head in the Modernist manner, with brass inlay.
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H 10 in W 4 in D 3 in
Rare Modernist Judaica Jewish Ritual Besamim Spice Box Sculpture Maxwell Chayat
By Maxwell Chayat
Located in Surfside, FL
Maxwell M.Chayat maintained a studio in Clinton, New Jersey. He was a graduate of Columbia University. He began using stones in jewelry in 1948 while living in New Mexico where "...
Metal
Kahan Signed Carved Stone Woman Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Kahan signed modernist carved stone sculpture of a standing woman in a dress.
Stone
Abstract Carved Stone Sculpture In The Style of Henry Moore
Located in Rochester, NY
Carved stone abstract modernist sculpture of a bold mother and child torso like figure mounted on a contemporary iron stand.
Stone, Steel
Ramiz Barquet Modernist Bronze Figural Sculpture Ca. 1980s
By Ramiz Barquet
Located in Peabody, MA
Bronze sculpture of two figures seated upon a cast stone pedestal, ca. 1980s, by the internationally renowned mid century sculptor Ramiz Barquet (1920-2010) of Mexico City.
Cast Stone, Bronze
Mid-Century Modernist Metal Bird Sculpture After Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage metal eagle sculpture on a stone plinth. Done in the manner of Curtis Jere. Unsigned. Acquired from a Miami estate.
Stone, Metal
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H 6 in W 9 in D 2.5 in
Modernist Hand Carved Stone Hippo or Paperweight, Folk Art Mid-20th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an unusual hand carved natural stone, modernist Folk Art, model of a hippopotamus or hippo, which we date to the mid-20th century. The "hippo" is quite heavy weighing abou...
Stone
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H 21 in W 12 in D 14 in
Large Modernist Carved Serpentine Stone African Shona Head on Iron Base Zimbabwe
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Standing 21 inches tall including the custom made iron base this Shona head is carved in Serpentine stone originating in Zimbabwe. It is carved in a strikingly modern way stylizing a...
Stone
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H 8 in W 21 in D 8 in
"Reclining Figure" Louise Nevelson, Modernist, Human Form, Abstracted Body
By Louise Nevelson
Located in New York, NY
Louise Nevelson Reclining Figure, circa 1943 Tattistone 8 inches high x 21 inches wide x 9 inches deep With base 10 inches high x 21 3/4 inches wide x 9 1/2 inches deep Provenance T...
Cast Stone
9 Karat Yellow Gold and Multicolored Stones Clown Pendant
Located in Crema, Cremona
An important Pendant that will make us Happy! a truly well symbolized "Clown" through design and completely articulated. To admire, the typical collar of a clown outfit as well as th...
Abstract modernist stone sculpture
Located in Hudson, NY
This is a stunning hand carved abstract modernist stone sculpture mounted on a heavy steel base.
Stone
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H 5.91 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in
Organic shaped Abstract Mid-Century Sculpture in Greenish Stone, Hand Carved
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Interesting modernist stone sculpture in an organic abstract shape.
Stone
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H 17 in W 11.5 in D 4 in
Modernist African Inspired German Hand-Crafted Stone Sculpture with Marble Base
By Henry Moore, Constantin Brancusi 2
Located in North Miami, FL
Modernist african inspired german hand-crafted stone sculpture with marble base By: Henry Moore (in the style of), Constantin Brancusi 2 (in the style of) Material: stone, marble Te...
Marble, Stone
Figural Soap Stone Sculpture "Dancer" by Hugh Leroy
Located in Montreal, QC
Great abstract modernist stone sculpture by Hugh LeRoy, Signed: Hugh Leroy "Queen in a wink" on brass plaque .Born in Montreal in 1939, Hugh LeRoy studied at the Montreal Museum of F...
James Hunolt "Reclining Lovers" Abstract Stone Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring one of our favorite Californian modernist stone sculptures by Big Surs's local artist, James Hunolt, circa 1970s.
Limestone
James Hunolt "Mother & Child" Abstract Stone Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are featuring one of our favorite Californian Modernist stone sculptures by Big Surs's local artist, James Hunolt, circa 1970s.
Limestone
Abstract Soapstone Sculpture "Queen in a Wink" by Hugh LeRoy
Located in Montreal, QC
Great abstract modernist stone sculpture by Hugh LeRoy, Signed: Hugh Leroy "Queen in a wink" on brass plaque.
Soapstone
Modernist Abstract Bird Sculpture Sterling Silver and Stone
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modernist Bird Sculpture Sterling Silver and Stone signed 2.75 h x 1.75 w x 3.75 d Preowned original vintage condition See all images for details
Stone, Sterling Silver
Modernist Mid-Century Wood and Stone Bird Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A fantastic stylized wood bird sculpture. Brass beak and natural stone base. 1950s.
Wood
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H 8 in W 9 in D 4.25 in
1960s Bird Dove Form Sculpture Modernist Abstract Foundry Stone Mid-Century
By Cleo Hartwig
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A very clean example of this now famous bird form sculpture by Cleo Hartwig. Signed in the mold, "C. Hartwig Sc." This signature type connotes the highest quality, made with pure wh...
Cast Stone
Modernist Travertine Sphere Sculpture, 1980's
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Travertine Sphere Sculpture, 1980's.
Stone, Travertine
Modernist Abstract Marble Sculpture "Drolichonne" by Antoine Poncet
By Antoine Poncet
Located in San Diego, CA
The piece sits on a 10" round rugged stone base and signed "Poncet" on base of the sculpture.
Stone, Marble
1970s Republic Ireland Modernist Bronze Madonna & Child Sculpture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Republic of Ireland Bronze Sculpture Madonna and Child Rock Base stamped made in the Republic of Ireland, hard to read. 11 x 5.5 w x 4 d Preowned original vintage condition. Refer to...
Stone, Bronze
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H 27 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
American Mid-Century Modernist Granite Garden Sculpture of a Young Boy
Located in Rochester, NY
Modernist variegated carved granite sculpture of a young boy by Arnold Epp (Ohio 1914-1987). Two other works available. Epp studied sculpture at the Ohio State University where he r...
Granite, Stone
Modernist Stone Onyx Decorative Bowl Organic Free Form Art Sculpture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Onyx Bowl Sculptural organic form modernist display artistic bowl in carved Onyx stone.
Onyx
20th Century Abstract Bronze Sculpture
Located in Bagshot, GB
A fantastic piece of abstract art in the form of a bronze sculpture. With sharp casting in the form of a shell motif and figurine and with a great verdi gris patina.
Bronze
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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The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
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