David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

Israeli, b. 1944

Trained on several continents (Bezalel Academy in Jerusalem, in Paris at the Ecole Supérieure des Beaux-arts, the Art Student League in New York, and the St Martin's School of Art in London), David Gerstein has developed, over the course of his 50 years of career, a hybrid practice and aesthetic. At the crossroads of pop art, minimalism and optical art, his art reflects this plural and cosmopolitan dimension: a vibrant creation. His approach is characterized by shaped-cutting and figures; a process that he reconnects with his childhood and adolescence when he helped his father in his leather cutting workshop. Colour, which has become more and more vivid, more and more pop, giving movement to the works, is just as central. (Gerstein is an "artist-craftsman".) He cuts steel and aluminum, which he then paints in order to inscribe his characters and scenes in three-dimensional structures and wall creations that have both an immutable and vibrant feature. The “paintings” and compositions he recreates come from the world of childhood, scenes from everyday life, family, sport, the musical world, urban life or even animals and plants. He uses familiar figures and everyday objects, but also more abstract forms, without hierarchy; representations to which everyone can relate and from which new stories can be told. Having designed numerous projects and received public commissions around the world (France, United States, Israel, Singapore), his work acquires a whole new dimension when it is confronted with external environments, with open spaces; thus falling within the so-called monumental work. Among his public projects and works in public spaces, can be mentioned his sculptures for the Hsinchu Stadium in Taïwan (2002); his exhibitions at Hebrew University of Jerusalem (in 1985, 1999 and 2003); his project Presence-Present for the Jerusalem Biennale for Contemporary Jewish Art (2015); or more recently (2017), his sculptures for the National Park of the Guizhou province, in China. His work has also been exhibited at Ramat-Gan Museum of Israeli Art, the Performing Arts Center in Tel-Aviv, at the Ashod Museum of Art, MoBY (Museums of Bat Yam), Haifa Museum of Contemporary Art … "I particularly enjoy working on the outdoor sculptures because they confront me with technical problems of different kinds. I have to consider the place, the environment, the way of life of the people. It is a real challenge for me and a logical and essential evolution of my work".

Creator: David Gerstein

Sunflowers - Sculptural Metal Flower Vase by David Gerstein

$629

Sunflowers - Sculptural Metal Flower Vase by David Gerstein

By David Gerstein

Located in Cork, IE

This contemporary sculpture was designed and handmade by the internationally recognized painter, sculptor, draftsman, and printmaker David Gerstein. Part of Gerstein's "Flowers" col...

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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Sculptural Metal Hanging Mobile, 1992

$3,000

H 18 in Dm 15 in

Sculptural Metal Hanging Mobile, 1992

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sculptural metal mobile signed and dated '92. Made up of 5 semi-circular metal pieces. Black, blue, red, yellow and white. Each level slowly rotates while hanging. Great piece of art.

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1990s American David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Sheet Metal

Shiva Flower Vase by Ettore Sottsass

$297 / item

H 9.06 in W 6.7 in D 2.76 in

Shiva Flower Vase by Ettore Sottsass

By Ettore Sottsass, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Shiva flower vase by Ettore Sottsass was designed in 1973 following the inspiration garnered from his love for Catalan women w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Sculptural Ceramic Vase

$1,066

H 16.93 in W 6.3 in D 5.12 in

Sculptural Ceramic Vase

Located in Antwerp, BE

A monumental shaped ceramic vase in various beautiful colors and patterns. Measures: Height 43 cm.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Sculptural Wall Vase I by Alexandra Madirazza

$1,754 / item

H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Sculptural Wall Vase I by Alexandra Madirazza

Located in Geneve, CH

Sculptural Wall Vase I by Alexandra Madirazza Dimensions: W 35 x D 25 x H 35 cm (These are approximate measurements) Materials: Stoneware Also avai...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Large Sculptural Organic Brass and Gilt Metal Flower Leaf Floor Light, 1960s

$7,361

H 55.12 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in

Large Sculptural Organic Brass and Gilt Metal Flower Leaf Floor Light, 1960s

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful vintage gilt metal and brass floor lamp in the style of Tommaso Barbi. Belgium, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 3 x E27 (US E26).

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Brass, Metal

Big Sculptural Vase by Alexandra Madirazza

$2,276 / item

H 15.75 in Dm 11.82 in

Big Sculptural Vase by Alexandra Madirazza

Located in Geneve, CH

Big Sculptural Vase by Alexandra Madirazza Dimensions: ⌀ 30 x H 40 cm (These are approximate measurements) Materials: Stoneware Also available in ...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Sculptural Metal Tree Signed "Alanis"

$1,200

H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in

Sculptural Metal Tree Signed "Alanis"

Located in Hanover, MA

Captivating table or shelf sculpture of a fantasy tree (the Tree of Life?) signed "ALANIS" on base of trunk. Flora are urchin-like forms made of brass. Reminiscent of Harry Bertoia...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze, Iron

"Black 3 Flower Vase" glazed ceramic vase by Laure Klenow, 2024, flower vessel

$416Sale Price|20% Off

H 12 in Dm 6.5 in

"Black 3 Flower Vase" glazed ceramic vase by Laure Klenow, 2024, flower vessel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Black 3 Flower Vase" by Lauren Klenow 2024 6.5" dia. x 12" H Sculptural black ceramic flower vase hand made by the artist. Three separate openings at the top allow for unique flora...

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2010s Modern David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Italian 1970s Metal Hippopotamus Flower Vase.

$629

H 4.34 in W 11.82 in D 4.93 in

Italian 1970s Metal Hippopotamus Flower Vase.

Located in Milan, IT

Italian 1970s Metal Hippopotamus Flower Vase.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Medium Quartz Sculptural Vase by Aver

$2,038 / item

H 11.03 in Dm 7.88 in

Medium Quartz Sculptural Vase by Aver

Located in Geneve, CH

Medium Quartz sculptural vase by Aver Dimensions: D 20 x H 28 cm Materials: Quartz, steel, polyvinyl chloride, resin.

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2010s Brazilian Modern David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Quartz, Steel

Polished Metal Sculptural Flower Vase, Italy, 1970s

$1,100

H 14.5 in Dm 14.5 in

Polished Metal Sculptural Flower Vase, Italy, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sculptural flower vase in polished metal, Italy, 1970s. Defined by its smooth, domed base and slender vertical neck, the piece has a fluid, almost organic silhouette that reflects th...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Sculptural Wall Vase II by Alexandra Madirazza

$2,101 / item

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 9.85 in

Sculptural Wall Vase II by Alexandra Madirazza

Located in Geneve, CH

Sculptural Wall Vase II by Alexandra Madirazza Dimensions: W 40 x D 25 x H 45 cm (These are approximate measurements) Materials: Stoneware Also ava...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Previously Available Items

David Gerstein 'Soul Bird' Modern Metal Sculpture

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H 8.5 in W 16 in D 5 in

David Gerstein 'Soul Bird' Modern Metal Sculpture

By David Gerstein

Located in Astoria, NY

A welded and cut metal sculpture by David Gerstein, titled 'Soul Bird'. The piece is signed and numbered on the base and is in very good condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern David Gerstein Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

David Gerstein figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

David Gerstein figurative 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 David Gerstein figurative sculptures, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider figurative sculptures by and Lau Michael. Prices for David Gerstein figurative sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $561 and can go as high as $561, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $561.