Modernist Ceramic Sculpture
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Clay
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Ceramic
1970s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Stoneware, Ceramic
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
1990s Modern Figurative Sculptures
1960s Modern Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century American Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century American Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic, Porcelain
20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1980s American Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Finnish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Israeli Wall-mounted Sculptures
Ceramic, Glass
Late 20th Century German Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1940s American Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century German Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Pottery
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s Serbian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Minimalist Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Other Busts
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Modern Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic, Glaze
Late 20th Century Israeli Wall-mounted Sculptures
Porcelain
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Ceramic, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Clay
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Terracotta
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Lucite, Acrylic
20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Lucite, Acrylic
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
- 1
Modernist Ceramic Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Modernist Ceramic Sculpture?
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between ceramics and sculpture comes down to their purpose and materials. Made out of clay, ceramics are usually functional arts, meaning they serve a purpose beyond mere decoration. Examples include vases, bowls and drinkware. Sculpture is fine art. Sculptors use a wide range of materials, such as stone, wood, clay and plaster, to produce three-dimensional pieces that communicate messages, express thoughts and emotions or tell stories. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of ceramics and sculptures.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between sculpture and ceramics comes down largely to form and materials. Sculptures are three-dimensional works of art that can be produced out of a variety of materials, such as stone, wood, metal or plaster. Ceramics are decorative objects made out of earthen materials, such as clay. Some sculptures are made of ceramics, but ceramics can also be used to produce other types of objects, such as bowls, vases and dinnerware. Shop a wide variety of sculpture and ceramics on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between sculpture clay and ceramic clay is composition. Sculpture clay usually involves synthetic polymers that make it easy to work into highly complex shapes. Although there are various types of ceramic clay, it generally is a mix of kaolin and ball clay, which are less flexible and stretchy. Due to its properties, it can be formed into more basic shapes. Find a variety of ceramics and sculptures on 1stDibs.
Read More
How a Craving for Color Revolutionized Glass
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
Kazuyo Sejima’s Flowering Tree Blooms Year-Round
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
He Wrote ‘Oedipus Rex,’ but Do You Know What He Looked Like?
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Cigar Culture Was Once the Peak of Masculinity. Now, It’s a Compelling Curiosity
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.