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Frederic Weinberg Drawings

American

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.

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Creator: Frederic Weinberg
Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender
Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large framed lithograph by Tony Friedlaender. Signed and numbered 44/95. Nicely framed over canvas.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Drawings

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Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender
Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large framed lithograph by Tony Friedlaender. Signed and numbered 44/95. Nicely framed over canvas.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Drawings

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Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender
Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender. Signed and numbered 44/95. Nicely framed over canvas.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender
Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large Framed Lithograph by Tony Friedlaender. Signed and numbered 44/95. Nicely framed over canvas.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Drawings

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Glass, Paper, Wood

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Frederic Weinberg drawings for sale on 1stDibs.

Frederic Weinberg drawings are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Frederic Weinberg drawings, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original drawings by Frederic Weinberg were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider drawings by Peter Max, and Salvatore Grippi. Prices for Frederic Weinberg drawings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,900 and can go as high as $1,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,900.

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