Boris Blai Furniture

Boris Blai was born in Ukraine and studied in academies in St. Petersburg, Paris and eventually under Auguste Rodin. After WWI, Blai emigrated to the US, where aside from his prolific art production, he was also instrumental in the founding of the Tyler School of Art at Temple University, the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, and other art institutions.

Creator: Boris Blai

Cubist Wood Sculpture of a Nude by Russian American Sculptor Boris Blai, 1930s

$8,500

Cubist Wood Sculpture of a Nude by Russian American Sculptor Boris Blai, 1930s

By Boris Blai

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A carved wooden cubist sculpture of a seated nude woman by Boris Blai (1893-1985). This carving likely dates to the 1920s-1930s (during Blai's time in Philadelphia). Most likely constructed of sections of laminated basswood stained with a dark stain, it has an integral plinth with button feet and a carved signature the base. The sharp angular lines of the body are starkly contrasted by the soft-edged, almost nondescript depiction of the head and face. Blai was born in Russia and studied in academies in St. Petersburg, Paris, and eventually under Auguste Rodin. After WWI, Blai emigrated to the US, where aside from his prolific art production, he was also instrumental in the founding of the Tyler School of Art at Temple University, the Long Beach Island...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Boris Blai Furniture

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Wood

Art Deco Stylized Wood Sculptures of Horse Bust Bookends

$650 / set

H 9.75 in W 8 in D 3.5 in

Art Deco Stylized Wood Sculptures of Horse Bust Bookends

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Art Deco style wood stylized horse head sculptures bookends. Great to use on a desk as a paper weight or decorative objects around the house or office. Art Deco stylized hors...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boris Blai Furniture

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Wood

Pablo Picasso Womans Magical Head Cubist Chicago Sculpture Maquette Mid-Century

$7,500

H 7.75 in W 3.5 in D 4 in

Pablo Picasso Womans Magical Head Cubist Chicago Sculpture Maquette Mid-Century

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Hyattsville, MD

“Maquette” (after Pabloe Picasso) Very Old Maquette. Black enamel over different types of metal; steel, copper or brass. Unsigned.

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1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

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Metal

Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty

$6,000

H 24 in W 10 in D 10 in

Large Wood Sculpture of Boddhisatva Head Ming Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large antique Chinese carved wood sculpture of a Boddhisattva head circa 16-17th century from Ming Dynasty. Likely part of a full body life-size statue, the head was finely carved, p...

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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Boris Blai Furniture

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Wood

Modern Wood Sculpture Wall Screen / Room Divider by Pierre Sarkis

$9,600Sale Price|20% Off

H 118.13 in W 35.5 in D 120 in

Modern Wood Sculpture Wall Screen / Room Divider by Pierre Sarkis

By Pierre Sarkis

Located in Guatemala City, Central America

Modern wood sculpture wall screen by Pierre Sarkis from Celine collection. Inspired in the rhythm of ocean waves, beauty of fluid movement and feminine cadenza by basic elements and ...

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2010s Guatemalan Modern Boris Blai Furniture

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Wood, Mahogany

Art Deco Ibex or Ram Bookends Signed by the Sculptor Max Le Verrier France, 1930

$1,581 / set

H 6.5 in W 5.12 in D 2.56 in

Art Deco Ibex or Ram Bookends Signed by the Sculptor Max Le Verrier France, 1930

By Max Le Verrier

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Deco Ibex or Ram bookends, signed by the sculptor Max Le Verrier. The bookends are in green and black patinated art metal, France 1930. Literature: Art Deco sculpture by Vic...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

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Metal

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Figures of Cat and Mice Bookends, Cartier, France 1930s

$2,300 / set

H 6.5 in W 3.94 in D 2.96 in L 6.5 in

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Figures of Cat and Mice Bookends, Cartier, France 1930s

By Thomas Cartier

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

A lovely Pair of Silvered Bronze Bookends by Thomas François Cartier A fantastic pair of bookends, a cat and a mice. The bookends where made by one of France’s best ‘Animalier’ scul...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Carved Wood Sculpture by Italian Artist Flaviano Laghi

$595

H 21.25 in W 13.5 in D 2.5 in

Carved Wood Sculpture by Italian Artist Flaviano Laghi

By Flaviano Laghi

Located in Troy, MI

This mid century wood sculpture by Italian artist Flaviano Laghi dates from approximately 1980 is mounted on a dark wood base and features a...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boris Blai Furniture

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Wood

A Rare and Important American Marble Sculpture of Thomas Jefferson, Circa 1870

$124,900

H 40 in W 15 in D 12 in

A Rare and Important American Marble Sculpture of Thomas Jefferson, Circa 1870

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Rare and Important American White Marble Sculpture of Thomas Jefferson Holding The Declaration of Independence. Circa 1870, in the Manner of Horatio Stone (1808 –1875). Inscribed on scroll: 'The Declaration of Independence, It becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another. etc. etc. T. Jefferson. The present work is unsigned but is reminiscent of Horatio Stone's life-size marble figure of John Hancock...

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19th Century American American Classical Antique Boris Blai Furniture

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Marble

Antique & Stunning, Hand Carved Wood Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture by Geldorp

$2,692

H 19.7 in W 7 in D 4.9 in

Antique & Stunning, Hand Carved Wood Sacred Heart of Christ Sculpture by Geldorp

Located in Lisse, NL

Museum quality and meaningful work of religious art. This beautifully finest hand carved and large size Sacred Heart of Christ statue is another one of our recent great finds. In ou...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Boris Blai Furniture

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Beech

Sculpture of a Boxer Signed Bertin, France, circa 1930

$999

H 10.04 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in

Sculpture of a Boxer Signed Bertin, France, circa 1930

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Silver plated figure / sculpture of a boxer signed Bertin, France, circa 1930. Mounted over a marble base. Perfect for a box, sports wrestling fan. We have specialized in the sale...

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1930s French Modern Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

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Silver Plate, Spelter

Female Nude Bookends, Rare Bronze Sculptures by Max Kalish, Paris Foundry

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 8.5 in W 4 in D 3.5 in

Female Nude Bookends, Rare Bronze Sculptures by Max Kalish, Paris Foundry

By Max Kalish 1

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Finished with a gorgeous, deep green-black patina with mossy highlights, this rare pair of bronze bookends depicting seated female nudes was sculpted by Max Kalish, best known for his series of sculptures celebrating the American worker...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

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Bronze

Abstract Bronzed Copper Metal Wood Sculpture, circa 1960s

$2,200

H 7.94 in W 11.5 in D 5.75 in

Abstract Bronzed Copper Metal Wood Sculpture, circa 1960s

Located in New York, NY

A signed copper abstract sculpture on wood base, circa 1960s. Sculpture is copper, with a beautiful rich dark brown patina, adhered to rectangular wood base. Signature (illegible) on...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Boris Blai Furniture

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Copper

Vintage Art Nouveau “Eve” Bookends 1930s by Verona

$300Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 7.25 in W 3.75 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Art Nouveau “Eve” Bookends 1930s by Verona

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful pair of vintage Art Noeveau bookends by Verona. This set in beautifully aged cast iron reminiscence of the art noeveau era with its use of arches and curved forms. In this ...

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1930s American Art Nouveau Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

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Iron

Art Deco Pair of Bakelite Bracelets America, 1930s

$495 / set

H 1 in Dm 2.5 in

Art Deco Pair of Bakelite Bracelets America, 1930s

Located in Miami, FL

American vintage stunning pair of bakelite bracelets from the 1930s. Measure: Circumference 9 inches.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boris Blai Furniture

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Bakelite

Sculptor of Mary in Wax by Vernez

$275

H 11.38 in W 2.5 in D 2.25 in

Sculptor of Mary in Wax by Vernez

Located in Highwood, IL

This is a wax carving of Mary, probably done before WWII and is actually signed. The signature is Vernez and could have been a model for a future casting. Signed.

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1930s French Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

Previously Available Items

"Birth of Venus", High Style, Late Art Deco Panel with Nude and Fish, Dark Blue

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H 22 in W 24 in D 2 in

"Birth of Venus", High Style, Late Art Deco Panel with Nude and Fish, Dark Blue

By Boris Blai

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Highly rare and striking, this high relief Art Deco sculptural panel features a nude Venus figure at its center, surrounding by spouting fish and flying birds. The sculptor was Bori...

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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Boris Blai Furniture

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Fiberglass

Boris Blai furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Boris Blai furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Boris Blai furniture, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Boris Blai were created in the Art Deco style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Chuck Dodson, Richmond Barthé, and Raoul Pene du Bois. Prices for Boris Blai furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,500 and can go as high as $8,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,500.