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Vintage French Iron Gym Stand or Barstool with Original Suede Leather Top
Located in Houston, TX
How cool is this. It was formerly used in an old gym and now perfect for a barstool or pedestal for
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Vintage 1940s French Pedestals

Materials

Iron

Antique French Marble Top Pedestal Column
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French style pedestal column, this was made in France and dates from around the
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Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Marble

Antique French Marble Top Pedestal Column
Antique French Marble Top Pedestal Column
H 48.43 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Burl Pedestal Side Table or Column for Sculpture Modern Milo Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
A solid and rich burl pedestal table or column, after designer Milo Baughman, in the modern style
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Mid-20th Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Burl

Modern Monique Pedestal Sculpture Calacatta Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Monique Pedestal Stand, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Monique is the perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

Materials

Onyx, Carrara Marble, Marble, Travertine

French Directoire Crackle Lacquer Gueridon Swan Pedestal Table Sculpture Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
Stately French Directoire and Empire inspired Pedestal or Sculpture Stand. Made from hardwood with
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Late 20th Century Directoire Pedestals

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

Modern Martin Pedestal Sculpture Black Gold Leaf Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Martin Pedestal Stand, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Martin is
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

Materials

Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Gold Leaf

Modern Martin Pedestal Sculpture White Gold Leaf Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Martin Pedestal Stand, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Martin
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair, Neoclassical Angels Pedestal Table Bases, Sculpture Stands, Columns Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Charming early 20th Century Pair of Hand-carved Stone Table Bases, Pedestal's, Columns, Stands from
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Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Pedestals

Materials

Stone

Modern Figurative Sculpture Round Pedestal Dining Table Marquetry Black & White
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Limited Edition: Metis Pedestal Table is the perfect piece for a luxury hall. This modern round
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Modern Granite Cube Side Table Pedestal Sculpture Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Granite Cube, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Granite Cube in Patagonia Granite, a decorative piece that draws the eye with it's beautiful color an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Unique Arts & Crafts era Gothic Revival Oak Pedestal / Sculpture Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
the rarest is good enough for you then this stunning church pedestal could be the perfect addition to
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Oak

Stylish and Great Antique, Ebonized Flower, Plant or Sculpture Stand / Pedestal
Located in Lisse, NL
pedestal is perfect for showcasing an antique sculpture, vase or bust. Most colors will contrast
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Pedestals

Materials

Beech, Paint, Wood

Early 20th Century Venetian Hand-Carved Walnut Gueridon Sculpture Pedestal
By Vincenzo Cadorin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 1900, Art Nouveau period, Venetian Gueridon column display pedestal attributed to the
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pedestals

Materials

Walnut

Modern Black Flute Pedestal Sculpture Column Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Flute Pedestal Stand, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Flute is
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Carrara Marble Pedestal Table, Sculpture Stand or Column Italy 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant Carrara marble pedestal table, stand, column from Italy made in circa 1950. Hand carved
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Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Pedestals

Materials

Carrara Marble

Vintage Neoclassical French Empire Iron Sculpture Pedestal Plant Stand Glass Top
Located in Dayton, OH
An iron pedestal in Neoclassical and French Empire styling. Features a reddish gold triangular
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Pedestals

Materials

Iron

Geometric Plinth, Wood Veneer Pedestal, Basa A by NONO
By NONO
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
perfect for displaying art, sculptures, and other decorative items, adding a touch of elegance and
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Pedestals

Materials

Wood

Modern Marble Cube Side Table Pedestal Sculpture Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Marble Cube, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Marble Cube in Calacatta Bianco marble, a decorative piece that draws the eye with it's beautiful colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

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Onyx, Carrara Marble, Marble, Granite, Travertine, Gold Leaf

Modern Onyx Cube Pink Side Table Pedestal Sculpture Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Onyx Cube, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Onyx Cube in Pink Onyx, a decorative piece that draws the eye with it's beautiful color and texture. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Pedestals

Materials

Onyx

Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal
Located in Lisse, NL
stylish, strong and very stable stand will easily take one of your heavier sculptures as well. The
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Oak

Unique Viennese Style Arts and Crafts Brass & Nutwood Sculpture Pedestal Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and great workmanship antique pedestal. This unique, modernist pedestal is another one of
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Pedestals

Materials

Brass

Tall Mid-Century Modern Turned Wood Red Finish Plant Stand Sculpture Pedestal
Located in Miami, FL
We offer a tall Mid-Century Modern handcrafted turned wood pedestal, plant stand, sculpture stand
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid Century 2 Tier Iron Tiled Plant Stand Sculpture Pedestal Side Table 36"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century iron pedestal or stand. Features a tall open two tier frame with green tiled
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Iron

Grey Marble Pedestal with Gilt Bronze in a Louis XVI Style
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A wonderful gilt-bronze mounted pedestal, hand carved from beautiful grey-veined marble, and ideal
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Pedestals

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Black Cast Iron Pedestal Table / Sculpture Stand w. Stunning Marble Top
Located in Lisse, NL
, the design of this pedestal stand will complement and even enhance the piece you will put on it. This
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Pedestals

Materials

Marble, Iron, Brass

Chinese Vintage Pedestal Made from a Tree Root with Natural Lacquer Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
place to display a plant, a vase or a small sculpture. Resting on three root feet, the pedestal is
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Pedestals

Materials

Wood

1980s Spanish Travertine Pedestal
Located in Miami, FL
pedestal is perfect for displaying your favorite sculpture, plant and adding a nice touch of character to
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Travertine

1980s Spanish Travertine Pedestal
1980s Spanish Travertine Pedestal
H 39.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Black Cube Pedestal Table
Located in New York, NY
late-20th century, 1970s or later. A great piece for sculpture, art, display, or as a pedestal cube end
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Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Black Cube Pedestal Table
Black Cube Pedestal Table
H 15.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in
Wooden Veneered Maple Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A simple yet architectural pedestal - a compliment to many space and a perfect place for certain
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20th Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Maple

Wooden Veneered  Maple Pedestal
Wooden Veneered  Maple Pedestal
H 39.5 in W 10 in D 10 in
Vintage Lucite Pedestal Table
Located in Trenton, NJ
Elevate your space with this vintage lucite pedestal table, an embodiment of modern elegance and
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

Vintage Lucite Pedestal Table
Vintage Lucite Pedestal Table
H 29 in W 27.75 in D 27.75 in
Modern Italian Carrara Marble Pedestal
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant modern, custom made Italian Carrara marble pedestal. This beautiful pedestal is perfect for
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2010s Italian Modern Pedestals

Materials

Carrara Marble

Modern Italian Carrara Marble Pedestal
Modern Italian Carrara Marble Pedestal
H 32 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
1900s French Wooden Patinated Pedestal
Located in High Point, NC
fine sculptures, cherished heirlooms, or as a distinguished plant stand. This pedestal is not just a
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20th Century French Pedestals

Materials

Wood

1900s French Wooden Patinated Pedestal
1900s French Wooden Patinated Pedestal
H 22.4 in W 20.5 in D 11.4 in
Vintage Butcher Block Pedestal Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
chopping herbs or as a pedestal for displaying a sculpture or other decorative object. The block shows
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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood

Italian Marble Column Pedestals Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of Classical Italian marble column pedestals with beautiful spinach green color with gray
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Mid-20th Century Italian Pedestals

Materials

Marble

Cubic Crystal Pedestal by Dainte
Located in Geneve, CH
it to display vases, artwork, sculptures, and more. This functional one of a kind pedestal will be a
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2010s American Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Crystal

Cubic Crystal Pedestal by Dainte
Cubic Crystal Pedestal by Dainte
H 14.97 in W 11.42 in D 11.03 in
Antique Small Marble Neoclassical Pedestal
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique small marble Neoclassical pedestal is the ideal choice for displaying a small sculpture
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Pedestals

Materials

Marble

Large Tessellated Stone and Brass Pedestal
By Maitland Smith, Karl Springer, Enrique Garcel, Casa Bique, Robert Marcius
Located in Houston, TX
Large tessellated stone and brass pedestal. This shapely postmodern pedestal is perfect for a
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Stone

Large Tessellated Stone and Brass Pedestal
Large Tessellated Stone and Brass Pedestal
H 42.25 in W 11.13 in D 11.13 in
Early 19th Century Faux Marble Pedestal
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A great painted pedestal for sculpture or plants. Made in the Early 19th Century.
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Antique Early 19th Century Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early 19th Century Faux Marble Pedestal
Early 19th Century Faux Marble Pedestal
H 34.5 in W 27.75 in D 19.5 in
1980s Tessellated Stone Pedestal by Casa Bique
By Casa Bique
Located in Miami, FL
of coral hues, this cylindrical pedestal makes for a nice accent piece to display your sculptures or
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Vintage 1980s Philippine Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Stone

Early 20th Century Hand-Carved Wood Pedestal
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century American Modernist hand-carved wood pedestal is a sculptural masterpiece
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Early 20th Century American Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modernist Rectilinear Black Acrylic Pedestal
Located in New York, NY
This minimal and materially excellent Mid-Century Modernist Rectilinear Black Acrylic Pedestal
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Acrylic

Modernist Rectilinear Matt Black Swivel Top Pedestal
Located in New York, NY
This minimal an highly functional Modernist Rectilinear Matt Black Swivel Top Pedestal Originates
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20th Century American Modern Pedestals

Materials

Formica

Large French Turned Oak Pedestal, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful carved wooden pedestal/side table, made in France, 1940s, dark stained wood. This
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Oak

Large French Turned Oak Pedestal, France, 1940s
Large French Turned Oak Pedestal, France, 1940s
H 54.34 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Antique Pedestal Stand 19th Century Neoclassical Style
By Robert Adam
Located in London, GB
A superbly decorative Neoclassical revival pedestal stand from the Victorian era, beautifully
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Antique 19th Century English Adam Style Pedestals

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian Scagliola and Marble Pedestal
Located in Hudson, NY
baked hard and polished out. This pedestal in imitation of fine sienna marble,white marble and slate is
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Antique 19th Century Italian Pedestals

Materials

Marble

Unique Signed Pedestal Console by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed console by Jörg Pietschmann Pedestal. Beech Measures: H 77 x W 50 x D 42 cm Crafted
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2010s French Organic Modern Pedestals

Materials

Beech

19th Century Rococo Baroque Gilt Pedestal Stand
Located in Forney, TX
structurally sound. Great condition. Can be used as a pedestal to display sculpture, statue or decorative
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Antique 19th Century Baroque Pedestals

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Charles Hollis Jones Steel and Brass Pedestal
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Rare Charles Hollis Jones steel and brass pedestal 1970s with original patina no restoration was
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Brass, Steel

Magnificent French Neoclassical Ormolu Mounted Verdigris Marble Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent French Neoclassical Ormolu Mounted Verdigris Marble Pedestal France, Paris, Late 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Pedestals

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Pair of Chinese Low Limestone Pedestals, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
pedestals for large planters or as table stands for sculptures or precious objects.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Pedestals

Materials

Limestone

Modernist Art Deco pedestal or plinth, 1930s, Belgium
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A tall and solid wooden antique art deco pedestal, column or plinth, dating from around 1930 and
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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Pedestals

Materials

Oak

Modernist Art Deco pedestal or plinth, 1930s, Belgium
Modernist Art Deco pedestal or plinth, 1930s, Belgium
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H 36.62 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
19th Century Onyx Marble and Gilt Bronze Pedestal
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An impressive onyx marble and gilt bronze mounted pedestal, with square top tray, ideal for the
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Pedestals

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

19th Century Onyx Marble and Gilt Bronze Pedestal
19th Century Onyx Marble and Gilt Bronze Pedestal
No Reserve
H 40.75 in W 10.24 in D 10.04 in
Mid-Century Modernist Tessellate Stone Pedestal by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in New York, NY
Pedestal is an excellent example. This pedestal is perfect for display pieces and sculptures, lending a
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Stone

Italian Mid-Century Sculptural Gilt Wood Pedestal Stand
Located in Forney, TX
display, sculpture or statue pedestal, torchiere candleholder, plant stand, artistic guerdidon, tall side
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Pedestals

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

Pilgrim Glass Cobalt Blue Fluted Doric Column Pedestal
By Pilgrim Art
Located in Hanover, MA
Wonderful Pedestal Stand in the form of a classical fluted Doric column made of mouth-blown
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Italian Macassar Ebony Pedestals, Italy, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic grand scale pair of pedestals in Macassar ebony veneer with a high gloss finish, the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Pedestals

Materials

Metal

French Maison Jansen Style Iron and Bronze Pedestal Table
By Maison Baguès, Maison Guerlain, Maison Jansen
Located in Houston, TX
pedestal would work great to display a sculpture, bust or as a plant stand. Maison Jansen was a Paris
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pedestals

Materials

Bronze, Iron

French Mid-Century Turned Oak Pedestal or Plant Stand
Located in London, GB
A turned oak pedestal or plant stand in the manner of Dudouyt. France, c1950s. Ideal for
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Mid-20th Century French Pedestals

Materials

Oak

French Mid-Century Turned Oak Pedestal or Plant Stand
Located in London, GB
A turned oak pedestal or plant stand in the manner of Dudouyt. France, c1950s. Ideal for
Category

Mid-20th Century French Pedestals

Materials

Oak

French Mid-Century Turned Oak Pedestal or Plant Stand
Located in London, GB
A turned oak pedestal or plant stand in the manner of Dudouyt. France, c1950s. Ideal for
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Mid-20th Century French Pedestals

Materials

Oak

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Pedestal For A Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of pedestal for a sculpture for your home. An item from our selection of pedestal for a sculpture — often made from wood, metal and stone — can elevate any home. There are 1854 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of pedestal for a sculpture you’re looking for, while we also have 341 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an object in our assortment of pedestal for a sculpture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right option in this array of pedestal for a sculpture, those designed in modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Joel Escalona, Massimo Marcomini and FELIX SCHWAKE each produced at least one beautiful piece of pedestal for a sculpture that is worth considering.

How Much is a Pedestal For A Sculpture?

Prices for a piece of pedestal for a sculpture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $91 and can go as high as $985,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,003.
Questions About Pedestal For A Sculpture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pedestal compote is a dish used for serving food. It is simply a bowl on top of a pedestal, and can be plain in design or ornate for formal occasions. You can shop a selection of pedestal compote dishes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A pedestal stand is a base — a structure on which you would position a statue or a decorative vase in your home. Pedestal stands come in a range of shapes and sizes, and you are likely to find exactly the stand you’re looking for given the variety that has been made over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage pedestal stands.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A pedestal table is a table that has a central support pillar or column, rather than legs. Pedestal tables are quite sturdy but they can be very heavy given the pillar.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A pedestal serves as the base of a statue, obelisk or column.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A plant pedestal can be fashioned from a variety of materials or objects, from upturned buckets and baskets, to shelves and hand-crafted stands. On 1stDibs, find a variety of plant pedestals from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The term double pedestal desk refers to a desk that features a rectangular top positioned on two pedestals rather than four legs. In some cases, the pedestals are cabinets rather than simple supports. Shop a variety of pedestal desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Organic sculptures have irregular forms derived from nature.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    When referring to artwork, contemporary simply means “the art of today”, or artwork that was produced in the second half of the 20th century onward. This term extends to all art, including sculptures. You’ll find a variety of contemporary sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Illusion sculptures are pieces of art that the artist has crafted in a certain way so that it seems to come alive. Illusion art is also referred to as trompe l’oeil, which is a French term meaning “to fool the eye.” See the magic for yourself and shop a collection of illusion sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Geometric sculpture is a style of art that emphasizes mathematical shapes in an artistic way.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An alabaster sculpture is one that is made out of alabaster, which is a soft white or translucent stone. A variety of gypsum, alabaster is described as fine-grained and marble-like. On 1stDibs, find a collection of alabaster sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 23, 2021
    For bronze sculptures, a series is the limited number (eight plus four artist's proofs, in French legislation) of numbered specimens which qualify as original editions.
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    Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021
    A sculpture series can mean a body of work created by an artist that is similar in design, style and media. A limited edition bronze sculpture or casting in another material (resin, concrete, plaster, etc.) are made from the same mold. The patina or color may differ but each work has been assigned a number in the series.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In sculpture, perspective refers to how a piece fits into the space around it and what a viewer sees when they look at it from different angles. This differs from perspective in painting and drawing, which describes how to add depth to make two-dimensional objects seem three-dimensional. Find a wide variety of sculptures on 1stDibs.
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    Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021
    A sculpture created from materials made of metal. This is a broad category. Metal sculptures can be made by fabrication, meaning assembled by hand or machine. Cast metal sculpture like bronze or steel is made from a complex casting process.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In art, sculptures are three-dimensional works of art made by hand or with various tools and machinery. Bronze, marble, plaster, wood and stone are among the most traditional materials for sculptures. However, artists may also incorporate found objects, paper, fabric and other items into their work. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of sculptures.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A figurative, or representational, sculpture depicts a recognizable person or object.

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    In additive sculpture — as opposed to subtractive sculpture, such as statues carved from stone — materials like clay or wax are built up to create a form.

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    Abstract sculptures do not depict real objects.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    There are several main types of sculptures. Relief sculptures feature an image carved into a flat surface, such as a piece of stone or marble, while carved sculptures begin as a block of material that a sculptor works on with tools. To produce a cast sculpture, an artist makes a mold and then fills it with a material, such as molten bronze. Additive sculpture is the process of creating art by adding pieces to a base material, while assembly sculpture involves combining objects together. With modeled sculptures, an artist shapes a malleable material like clay or wax. Installation sculptures are built into a specific site, while kinetic sculptures produce a real or simulated sense of movement. Explore a wide range of sculptures on 1stDibs.
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    A free-standing sculpture is a stand-alone, three-dimensional object that can be seen from all angles and can be walked around or held in your hand, depending on its size. Find a wide range of free-standing sculptures from the early 18th century to the 21st century on 1stDibs by various creators in different dimensions.