Fred Torrey Wall Decorations
Fred Torrey, best known for his Lincoln Walks at Midnight sculpture, which premiered at the 1939–40 New York World's Fair (now displayed near the West Virginia state capitol). Torrey also sculpted another Lincoln sculpture, which is on display on the grounds of the Iowa state capitol.
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Creator: Fred Torrey
"Football Tackle, " Unique Mid Century Bronze Sculptural Panel by Torrey
By Fred Torrey
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculpted and cast as the prototype for a bronze awards plaque celebrating accomplishment in American football, this piece shows two players in the middle of a dramatic tackle. The artist, Fred Torrey, is best known for his "Lincoln Walks at Midnight" sculpture which premiered at the 1939-1940 New York World's Fair (now displayed near the West Virginia state capitol), Torrey also sculpted another Lincoln sculpture this is displayed on the grounds of the Iowa state...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fred Torrey Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
"Jump Shot, " Model for Art Deco Bronze Basketball Award Plaque, 1940s
By Fred Torrey
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Perhaps because it depicts its figures more as Greek athletes rather than modern players, this bronze Art Deco plaque is very rare, or possibly unique. The artist, Fred Torrey, depicts a Classic jump shot, with two virtually nude basketball players leaping up for the ball. Best known for his "Lincoln Walks at Midnight" sculpture which premiered at the 1939-1940 New York World's Fair (now displayed near the West Virginia state...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Fred Torrey Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
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Fred Torrey wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.
Fred Torrey wall decorations 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 Fred Torrey wall decorations, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original wall decorations by Fred Torrey were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall decorations by Raoul Pene du Bois, Chuck Dodson, and Frederic Weinberg. Prices for Fred Torrey wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,400 and can go as high as $3,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,400.