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Arthur Court Sculptures

The work of Arthur Court is a constant delight to his fans. The San Francisco based designer created a wide range of sophisticated yet cheerful furnishings and bijoux based on natural forms that included flowers, cacti, antlers and animals.

     Court’s designs drew on his rich and diverse experiences. He grew up in Minnesota, and his childhood rambles in the woods made him a lifelong naturalist. Navy service in the Pacific during World War II exposed Court to Asian cultures, and later in life Court was fond of taking African safaris. Upon his return from the war, Court moved to San Francisco and opened an interior design business — attracting such high-profile Hollywood clients as Shirley Temple Black and the Andrews Sisters. In 1966, he opened a store that offered smaller furniture pieces, tabletop wares and decorative sculptures. These included glass-topped tables with bases shaped like lilies or palm trees; whimsical monkey candlesticks and ice buckets in the form of rabbits and whales; or cast-aluminum tortoise shell-shaped lamps.

     As you will see from the offerings on these pages, Arthur Court appealed to anyone with a sense of joie de vivre. Take a look: it’s serious fun!

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Creator: Arthur Court
Arthur Court Gazelle Floor or Wall Sculpture
Arthur Court Gazelle Floor or Wall Sculpture

Arthur Court Gazelle Floor or Wall Sculpture

By Arthur Court

Located in Fulton, CA

A polished aluminum floor or wall sculpture of a gazelle by Arthur Court. Cast aluminum skull and antlers mounted to a base. Can be displayed as a wall sculpture as base detaches to ...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modernist Cast & Welded Aluminum Abstract Sculpture by Arthur Court
Mid-Century Modernist Cast & Welded Aluminum Abstract Sculpture by Arthur Court

Mid-Century Modernist Cast & Welded Aluminum Abstract Sculpture by Arthur Court

By Arthur Court

Located in New York, NY

This sharp and angular Mid-Century Modernist Abstract Geometric Sculpture in Cast and Welded Aluminum by Arthur Court originates from the United States, Circa 1975. Features a vertic...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

A Charming Frog Pitcher by Arthur Court in Cast Aluminum
A Charming Frog Pitcher by Arthur Court in Cast Aluminum

A Charming Frog Pitcher by Arthur Court in Cast Aluminum

By Arthur Court

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A charming frog pitcher by Arthur Court in cast aluminum with jade eyes.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Jade, Aluminum

Rare Arthur Court Handcarved Folkart Rabbit Wall Hook Coat Holder
Rare Arthur Court Handcarved Folkart Rabbit Wall Hook Coat Holder

Rare Arthur Court Handcarved Folkart Rabbit Wall Hook Coat Holder

By Arthur Court

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Arthur Court Designs is renowned for blending elegance with nature-inspired motifs. Known for his intricate aluminum serve ware, his 1980s hand-carved wood pieces are rare and showca...

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1980s Vintage Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Arthur Court Designs Retailed Massive Quartz Specimen from Hangtown Mother Lode
Arthur Court Designs Retailed Massive Quartz Specimen from Hangtown Mother Lode

Arthur Court Designs Retailed Massive Quartz Specimen from Hangtown Mother Lode

By Arthur Court

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We were delighted to find this magnificent sculpture at a local Palm Springs Estate. The original owners purchased this beauty from Arthur Court Designs showroom in San Francisco in ...

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1970s American Vintage Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Quartz, Steel

Arthur Court, Vintage tall aluminum sculpture of a  gazelle
Arthur Court, Vintage tall aluminum sculpture of a  gazelle

Arthur Court, Vintage tall aluminum sculpture of a gazelle

By Arthur Court

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A 1980s aluminum sculpture of a gazelle head with horns… Very well executed in very good condition… A dramatic sculpture with a striking design…

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court
Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court

Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court

By Arthur Court

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare ornament by Arthur Court. Signed "ARTHUR COURT DESIGNS" and dated "1976" on the base.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court
Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court

Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court

By Arthur Court

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare ornament by Arthur Court. Signed "ARTHUR COURT DESIGNS" and dated "1976" on the base.

Category

20th Century American Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Arthur Court Agate Geode Sculpture on Brass Stand, Mid-Century Modern
Arthur Court Agate Geode Sculpture on Brass Stand, Mid-Century Modern

Arthur Court Agate Geode Sculpture on Brass Stand, Mid-Century Modern

By Arthur Court

Located in New York, NY

Arthur Court Geode, Agate, Mineral, Brass, Signed. Signed. Small scale agate geode displayed on a brass "Medium Mini-Claw" stand. Sold with the original ...

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Brass

Arthur Court Polished Aluminum Tortoise Shell Lamp
Arthur Court Polished Aluminum Tortoise Shell Lamp

Arthur Court Polished Aluminum Tortoise Shell Lamp

By Arthur Court

Located in Chicago, IL

Back lit, cast aluminum tortoise or turtle shell table lamp by Aurthur Court. Pierced opening surround the shell to let in as well as frame the piece. Mounted on a cast aluminum base...

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1970s American Vintage Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court rare  pair of brass/ lucite holders with specimens .
Arthur Court rare  pair of brass/ lucite holders with specimens .

Arthur Court rare pair of brass/ lucite holders with specimens .

By Arthur Court

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nice pair of brass and lucite specimens holders , marked Arthur Court

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Arthur Court Sculptures

Materials

Brass

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Douglas Manor, NY

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French Majolica Squirrel Pitcher Orchies, Circa 1890

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Located in Austin, TX

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Seattle, WA

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Arthur Court Copper and Brass Clad Lifesize Turtle Box
Arthur Court Copper and Brass Clad Lifesize Turtle Box

Arthur Court Copper and Brass Clad Lifesize Turtle Box

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Located in Palm Desert, CA

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Arthur Court, Duck and Duckling Tureen, 1978
Arthur Court, Duck and Duckling Tureen, 1978

Arthur Court, Duck and Duckling Tureen, 1978

By Arthur Court

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Shiny pewter duck and duckling tureen by Arthur Court, 1978.

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Arthur Court Rabbit Box
Arthur Court Rabbit Box

Arthur Court Rabbit Box

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Arthur Court Rabbit Box

By Arthur Court

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rabbit box with a cast brass head, arms, and legs over a wood body stamped indistinctly Arthur Court 1976 on a leg.

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Organic Sculpture by Arthur Court, Lucite and Brass with Conch and Abalone Shell
Organic Sculpture by Arthur Court, Lucite and Brass with Conch and Abalone Shell

Organic Sculpture by Arthur Court, Lucite and Brass with Conch and Abalone Shell

By Arthur Court

Located in Las Vegas, NV

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20th Century Large Aluminum Antelope Head Sculpture by Arthur Edward Court

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Polished Aluminum Chital Deer Skull on Base by Arthur Court
Polished Aluminum Chital Deer Skull on Base by Arthur Court

Polished Aluminum Chital Deer Skull on Base by Arthur Court

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Located in Palm Desert, CA

A polished aluminum chital deer skull on an original base by Arthur Court. Skull can be removed from the base and hung on the wall if you prefer.

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Arthur Court French Bulldog Box
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Arthur Court French Bulldog Box

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Arthur Court French bulldog box - Wooden and brass box with a head for all things private or fancy, from 420 to jewels and love notes.. or perhaps a dog biscuit or two. A handsome...

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Spirit of Ecstasy, After Charles Robinson Sykes by Arthur Court

Spirit of Ecstasy, After Charles Robinson Sykes by Arthur Court

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Arthur Court Kudu Antelope Skull Sculpture
Arthur Court Kudu Antelope Skull Sculpture

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By Arthur Court

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Unusual Arthur Court Hedgehog, USA, 1977
Unusual Arthur Court Hedgehog, USA, 1977

Unusual Arthur Court Hedgehog, USA, 1977

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H 4.5 in W 12 in D 6.5 in

Unusual Arthur Court Hedgehog, USA, 1977

By Arthur Court

Located in Norwalk, CT

Irresistible little guy. Characteristic Arthur Court whimsical design and attention to detail. Glass eyes.

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Polished Aluminum Antelope Sculpture by Arthur Court
Polished Aluminum Antelope Sculpture by Arthur Court

Polished Aluminum Antelope Sculpture by Arthur Court

By Arthur Court

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A large impressive polished aluminum antelope skull sculpture designed by Arthur Court in 1960s

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Arthur Court sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Arthur Court sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arthur Court sculptures, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures by Arthur Court were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Jaru, Hivo Van Teal, and C. Jeré Artisan House. Prices for Arthur Court sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $476 and can go as high as $3,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,125.
Questions About Arthur Court Sculptures
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Arthur Court creates products by hand out of aluminum, not pewter. Some pieces may resemble pewter due to changes in the finish that occurred over time. Occasionally, the company used additional materials like Lucite in their designs. Shop a collection of Arthur Court decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.