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.
Mid Century Modern Frederic Weinberg Abstract Bronze Libra Zodiac Wall Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Troy, MI
A rare Frederic Weinberg zodiac series wall mounted sculpture circa 1950s Cast bronze modernist Libra figure with brutalist texture and subtle holes f...
Bronze
Pair Mid Century Frederic Weinberg Bronze Sculptures Giraffe and Gazelle Form
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Troy, MI
A pair of modernist tables sculptures by Frederic Weinberg circa 1950s Cast bronze giraffe and gazelle Both signed to leg interior giraffe 3.5 x 3 x 11.5 inches gazelle 6 x 2.5 x 6...
Bronze
$2,500Sale Price|21% Off
Frederic Weinberg – Modernist Life Sized Bird Cage Sculpture with Ceramic Birds
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This striking life-sized Modernist bird cage sculpture by Frederic Weinberg combines the artist’s signature mid-century design sensibility with whimsical, nature-inspired charm. The ...
Ceramic
$3,450 / set
Pair of Frederic Weinberg Backlit Wall Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Frederic Weinberg backlit wall sculpture. Weinberg had his factory and Showroom in Philadelphia, first on Arch Street and later in his ...
Clay, Plaster
Pair of Bronze Figurative Table Sculptures by Frederic Weinberg, Each is Signed
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare complementing bronze figurative sculptures by Frederic / Frederick Weinberg. Beautiful patina. Both are signed with F. W. on the underside of a foot.
Bronze
$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
Patinated Giraffe and Gazelle Bronze Sculptures by Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of simple and elegant figurative patinated bronze sculptures of a giraffe and gazelle by Frederic Weinberg, circa 1950s. The Minimalist and modern sculptures have a wonderful vi...
Bronze
Monumental and Rare Frederick Weinberg Iron Horse Themed Wall Sculptures
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental and rare 60" Frederick Weinberg Iron Horse's on hind legs wall sculptures, truly amazing design, iron structure with enamel painted squares and rectangles, Classic midcent...
Metal, Wrought Iron
Set of Four Mid Century Brass Horse Sculptures by Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Striking set of four sculptural brass horse figures designed by Frederic Weinberg, one of the most influential American designers of mid-century decorative objects. Executed circa th...
Brass
Frederic Weinberg Bucking Zebra Table Lamp Set, Midcentury, Signed
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Extremely rare bucking zebra plaster table lamps by iconic midcentury Philadelphia based designer - Frederic Weinberg. With manufacturers label. These are the real deal. Philadelphia based artist and Industrial designer Frederic Weinberg produced and sold a wide variety of striking decorative and functional pieces items under a company bearing his name. More then 50 years after ceasing production, Weinberg’s designs remain as fresh and vital as ever. His extremely stylized figures and masterfully playful use of line and negative space to convey form are an absolute delight. Very little else is known about the man and his company. The majority of pieces attributed to him lack his signature / label. His table lamps and horse figures are thought to be earlier productions, circa 1946-1950, and marked examples are extremely rare and highly coveted. Ruffled lampshades and vintage Chanel satin bows...
Plaster
Pair of Neoclassic Style Wall Sconces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant pair of wall sconces made of metal, painted in silver and gold, with two 60/watt light each sconce Electrified and ready to use. Beautiful and clean cut pair for the wall. ...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Granite Sculpture
By Brancusi, Rene Brancusi
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern abstract granite sculpture. Well executed Mid-Century Modern granite or marble abstract sculpture after Rene Brancusi. This fabulous stone sculpture has been carve...
Granite
Serge Roche Pair of Large Plaster Sconces, 2 Pairs Available
By Serge Roche
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of plaster sconces by Serge Roche. 1 light, 60 watts Max bulb. US rewired and in working condition.
Plaster
Ceramic Bird Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Ceramic bird, it appears to be made of metal. The color is rusty brown with some black variations on top. The beak is orange with crackled finish and bla...
Clay
Pair of French Sconces by Arlus
Located in Miami, FL
Very elegant pair of gold color hand sconces by Arlus with white glass shades coming from an apartment in Paris fully furnished with furniture and items designed by the most known ...
Brass, Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture
Bronze
Vintage Bronze Signed Figurative Sculpture
Located in Augusta, GA
Figurative sculpture of a man Made of bronze Made in the mid 20th century signed "JCB" Beautiful craftsmanship
Bronze
Patinated Bronze Sculpture by Paolo Scoleri
By Paolo Soleri
Located in Winnetka, IL
This cast patinated sculpture can be hung by the ring at the top or stand upright on a flat surface. It also bears the foundry mark of Scoleri.
Bronze
$333
H 14.18 in W 23.63 in D 8.67 in
Vintage Italian Life Sized Glazed Terracotta Ceramic Dachshund Dog Sculpture
Located in Bristol, GB
MID CENTURY MAJOLICA SAUSAGE DOG STATUE FIGURE Black, tan and white piebald coat glazed pottery dog. Expertly modelled with a signature cheeky little face emblematic of the breed. ...
Ceramic, Pottery
$520Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 14.75 in W 3.25 in D 7 in
Brazilian Mid-Century Bronze Heron Sculptures - A Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian sculptures of two herons circa 1960s. Dimensions: Large - w3.25” d7” h14.75”
Bronze
Brass Gazelle Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Brass Gazelle Sculpture on brass base. Good overall condition, light or dark areas are reflection only. Ready to display
Brass
Pair of Funky Copper Wall Sconces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional pair of vintage wall scones artistically hand crafted of two layers of copper leaves ,newly electrified with one 6-/watt light each cov...
Copper
Frederic Weinberg Wall Mask Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Frederic Weinberg wall mask from the 1950s. Made of a terra cotta and resin type material. The color is called "Coral Antique" In the Weinberg catalog. Dimension: 3" wide x 8.5...
Resin
Sold
H 4 in W 1.5 in D 3 in
Mid Century Modern Etruscan Brass Horse Figurine in Style of Frederick Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage small Etruscan horse cast bronze figurine in the style of Frederick Weinberg is decorated with complex detailed etchings along the horse's body that are emphasized by strate...
Brass
Sold
H 44 in W 30 in D 4 in
50s Frederick Weinberg "Swing Time" Abstract Nude Dancers Lighted Wall Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage 1950s FREDERICK WEINBERG Lighted Abstract Nude Dancers. This FREDERICK WEINBERG Is Also Known To Be Called - "Swing Time" or "Swingtime" Wall...
Wire
Seldom Seen Frederic Weinberg "Horse" Iron Bar Cart, Serving Cart
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen Frederic Weinberg "Horse" iron bar cart, serving cart, classic Mid-Century Modern design.
Iron
Sold
H 7.25 in W 6.25 in D 3.5 in
Vintage Mid Century Frederick Weinberg Horse Bronze Sculpture Collectible
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is this cute and collectible Frederick Weinberg bronze horse sculpture. Dimensions: 6.25 W x 3.5 D x 7...
Bronze
Sold
H 8.75 in W 3.75 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Patinated Figurative Bronze Sculptures by Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of simple and elegant figurative patinated bronze sculptures by Frederic Weinberg, circa 1950s. The Minimalist and modern complementing figures have a wonderful vintage patina a...
Bronze
Frederic Weinberg Antelope
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Frederic Weinberg antelope, iron animal with a brass or bronze applied surface treatment. Weinberg did an entire series of these whimsical animals. G...
Metal
Sold
H 44 in W 35 in D 4 in
Frederick Weinberg Lamp or Sculpture "Swing Time" Classic Mid-Century Modern
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Frederick Weinberg lamp or sculpture "Swing Time" Classic Mid-Century Modern, striking image, depicting 2 abstract modern dancers. Takes 3 lig...
Plaster
Sold
H 8.75 in W 3.75 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Patinated Figurative Bronze Sculptures by Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of simple and elegant figurative patinated bronze sculptures by Frederic Weinberg, circa 1950s. The Minimalist and modern complementing figures have a wonderful vintage patina a...
Bronze
Sold
H 11.5 in W 3.5 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Giraffe Table Sculpture Signed Frederick Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a unique, bronze, Brutalist table sculpture, of a giraffe, signed by Frederick Weinberg, circa 1950s. In excellent vintage condition. The dimensions are 3.5...
Bronze
Sold
H 19 in W 7.5 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Modern Frederick Weinberg Pair of Rare Wire Mask Sculptures, 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous pair of wire mask wall sculptures by Frederick Weinberg, circa the 1950s. In excellent vintage condition. The dimensions of each are 7.5" W x 2" ...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Frederic Weinberg Metal Mannequin Head
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Toronto, ON
This elegant and sculptural mannequin head was designed and made by Frederic Weinberg Company based in Philadelphia., USA in the 1950s-1960s.
Wire