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.
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
$1,250
H 9.5 in W 7 in D 0.25 in
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
$810
H 10 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Mid Century Bronze Etruscan Horse Sculpture on Slate Base Attr Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
Monumental! Hand-Gilded Horse Sculpture Here is a beautiful Etruscan bronze sculpture of a horse. The sculpture is enameled bronze and has a turquoise polychromed finish to the b...
Slate, Bronze
$560
H 13.88 in W 13.75 in D 3.25 in
Gigantic Bronzed Etruscan Horse Sculpture Weinberg Style 1970s, Italy
By Frederic Weinberg, Pepe Mendoza
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is a bronzed, plated metal sculpture, in the style of the antique statues and figures of the Etruscans. It is a gorgeous interior furnishing item, an incredibly stylized Horse a...
Metal
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
"Mountain Man" Bronze Sculpture, after Frederic Remington
By (after) Frederic Remington
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a bronze sculpture, entitled "Mountain Man," after renowned Western artist Frederic Remington. This is a later reproduction of one of only twenty two bronze sculptures R...
Marble, Bronze
Mid Century Cast Brass Frederic Weinberg Horse Sculpture 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Frederic Weinberg cast brass sculpture from the 1950s. This is a hard to find example. Pictured in the Weinberg catalog,
Brass
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
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
$520Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.25 in W 6.5 in D 3.25 in
Modernist 1950's Achilles God Patinated Bronze Sculpture Made in Italy Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg, Francesco Simoncini
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite modernist bronze Greek "Achilles" bronze sculpture dating from the 1950's. Made in Italy and has wonderful patina. Great design and form. No signatures or maker marks. Attributed to Francesco...
Bronze
$4,000 / set
H 8 in W 8 in D 3.5 in
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
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 6 in W 8 in D 6 in
Abstract Bronze Figurative Sculpture Signed French 1990's
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful cast bronze figurative French abstract sculpture is a single breast as the subject matter. It is signed and numbered 100 which is the edition. It has been professional...
Bronze
$1,400
H 11.5 in W 3.5 in D 3 in
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
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
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
Pair of Abstract Roman Gladiator Sculptures by Frederick Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A pair of rare and iconic 'Roman Gladiators' table sculptures by Frederick Weinberg. These abstract sculptures portray a stylized profile of a Roman soldier / gladiator. Spectacular form and design; the brass figures are mounted on a round, wooden base. These would make a great little pair of lamps. About the artist: Philadelphia based artist and industrial designer Frederic Weinberg produced and sold a wide variety of functional and decorative items under a company bearing his name. Though he is probably best known for his figural wire and fiberglass wall sculptures, he also produced retail fixtures...
Brass
Roman Gladiators Plaster Sculpture by Frederick Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in New York, NY
Plaster relief sculpture of Roman gladiators in profile, designed by Frederic Weinberg. This example shows cosmetic wear, ands loss to paint finish as ...
Plaster
Temptation of Eve Bronze Signed Elbert Weinberg Sculpture Serpent
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent bronze sculpture on marble base with tag that gives title and price paid back in the 1970s. Weinberg's signature is on the serpents leg. The sculpture depicts the tempta...
Marble, Bronze
Frederick Weinberg Bronze Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A nice modern art figure. Made of cast bronze with walnut base. Stamped with copyright "FW".
Fredric Weinberg Wire Fencers En Garde Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fiercely animated stylized wire fencers by Weinberg in the en garde position. This is one of the finest examples of his stylized work. Lovely patina on both s...
Wire
Pair of Signed Whimsical Sculptures by Frederick Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of signed sculptures by Frederick Weinberg, circa late 1950s. These iconic all original examples are brass and sold and priced as a pair.
Frederick Weinberg Lighted Wall Sculpture 'Swingtime'
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen backlit wall sculpture by Frederick Weinberg, titled "Swingtime" depicting two abstract dancers. Wall sculpture with original electr...
Metal
Frederick Weinberg Bronze Sagittarius Sculpture Lamp
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage Frederick Weinberg lamp with unusual original shade and bronze Sagittarius sculptural figure. Overall: 18" wide, 14" deep, 35"...