Avid collectors of 1950s sculpture, table lamps and decorative objects have no doubt encountered the quirky mid-century modern creations of Frederic Weinberg, even if they didn’t know his name. Weinberg is best known for his extensive range of wall-mounted sculptures, clocks, lighting and semi-abstract paintings that bring playful figurative art into the home.
Weinberg, a Philadelphia-based artist and industrial designer, trained at the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. Throughout the 1950s, he designed, produced and sold a wide variety of functional and decorative items under his company, Frederic Weinberg Co.
Working with wire, iron and gilded bronze, Weinberg crafted furniture and furnishings for use in homes, businesses and institutions. His most notable pieces included swivel stools with a wrought-iron base and seats made with leather, sheepskin or woven wicker; Atomic Age–style clocks; and sculptural table lamps constructed with paper shades and metal frames shaped like lutes and guitars.
Weinberg also made figurative wall sculptures depicting everything from ancient Roman gladiators and Etruscan-style horses to musicians and dancers to fencers and football players. Figuration also features heavily in his bent iron, brass and fiberglass sculptures, many of which he based on his semi-abstract paintings.
Although little is known about Weinberg’s design career, his pieces are highly sought by modern art collectors and interior designers. Philadelphia designer Ron Rowe and his partner Glenn Nadeau even mounted an extensive showcase of Weinberg’s rarest works in their Cherry Hill, New Jersey, home.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Frederic Weinberg wall decorations, decorative objects and seating.
Frederic Weinberg Grandfather Clock /Display Stand
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Frederic Weinberg Grandfather Clock with Display Shelves. Hard to find clock, and this one still retains its second hand! Items display on 3 levels. Working condition with great c...
Iron
Scottish Grandfather Clock
Located in New York, NY
Scottish Grandfather clock: Clock face painted with settings of the Fair Maid of Perth during the four seasons. Measures: 21" x 9" x 76" Weighs: 50 Lbs.
Wood
Howard Miller George Nelson Grandfather Clock Model 677
By Howard Miller
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A newer sophisticated take on the grandfather clock with the case in smoked Lucite defining the outline of the clock. The face has a brushed aluminum face with mod hands in red and w...
Chrome
Modern Grandfather Clock by Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern grandfather clock by Howard Miller, chrome and Lucite.
Metal
$5,002
H 87.01 in W 30.71 in D 8.67 in
19th Century Swedish Rococo tall case clock Mora clock Grandfather clock
Located in Boden, SE
19th Century Swedish antique beautiful Mora clock " Tall case clock " Grandfather clock from Boden,Norrbotten Northern Sweden. The Mora clock is original painted. It has a lovely b...
Pine
19th Century Long-Case Grandfather Clock, Sweden
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Swedish long-case clock with dry-scraped finish. This antique clock from Sweden, circa 1820s, is topped with a subtly raised and carved crest, atop a round-shaped head...
Wood
Howard Miller Mahogany Case Grandfather Clock
By Howard Miller
Located in Astoria, NY
Howard Miller Carved Mahogany Case Grandfather Clock, Ambassador Collection, Model # 611-132, Serial # MF 1230290087, Movement # 354616. 91" H x 30" W x 18" D. Provenance: From an ...
Brass
$4,395
H 81 in W 20.5 in D 13.5 in
Wai Hing Clocks Co. Chinoiserie Lacquer German Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Wai Hing Clocks Co. Chinossorie Black Lacquer Hand-Painted Mother of Pearl inlaid German Movement Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock This black lacquer grandfather clock...
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
Mini Grandfather Clock Mahogany Sheraton Inlay 1930
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Cute mini Grandfather Clock which stands in at 19 inches tall - 49 CM Very well crafted from mahogany with satinwood inlay in the Sheraton manne...
Wood
Léon Jallot, Oak Grandfather Clock, France, 1910
By Léon Jallot
Located in New York, NY
An magnificent clock with a floral motif dating from the early 20th century, and created by master ebeniste Le´on Jallot. For an illustration of a similar model, see: Duncan, Alasta...
Oak
1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Grandfather Clock
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning 1960's Opulent Lucite mid Century Modern Grandfather Clock. Designer Showpiece! Chimes beautifully and is ready to place in the round if desired.
Lucite
18th Century German Grandfather Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 18th century walnut wood framed German 8-Day Grandfather clock. The tall case clock featured a dark walnut case with flared base, hood with half-columns and turned finials. Iron ...
Brass
Highly Unusual Pen Shell Grandfather Clock, Circa 1980s
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Highly Unusual Pen Shell Grandfather Clock, Circa 1980s This late 20th-century grandfather clock features a tall cylindrical case surfaced with natural shell materials, incorporatin...
Wood, Coconut
Frederic Weinberg Wall Clock/ Large Size
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Frederic Weinberg Wall Clock with Black Body and Arms and Coral Balls. Working Condition. This is the larger harder to find version of this classic Clock...
Metal
Rare Frederick Weinberg Electric Wall Clock , 1950s , USA
By George Nelson, Frederic Weinberg
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Frederick Weinberg clock made of steel wire, enameled in a flat black finish. Original, functional electric motor by Lanshire. Original cor...
Steel
Mid-Century Clock by Frederick Weinberg, circa 1950
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Southampton, NJ
Rewired. Works nicely. Original condition. Measures: 16" diameter x 6.5" deep.
Metal