Joshua Smith Sculptures

Joshua Smith is an Australian artist whose sculptures are all miniatures of urban houses and scenes from famous big cities like Sidney, Los Angeles or Hong Kong that he has become enthralled with. Everything down to the graffiti on the walls, the lights within the house and the newspapers or cigarette butts found on the streets is recreated in immense detail, but at a fraction of the size. The attention to detail and the patience he needs to reconstruct his urban scenery make Joshua Smith both a storyteller and an archeologist of the present time. Working at a small scale invites viewers into a personal and intimate relationship with the piece, while at the same time keeping him at a distance, unable to fully enter the work. Joshua Smith plays with scale to create intrigue, as now the viewer is larger than the buildings they are used to walking into. By this sly role reversal, the viewer ends up questioning their reality and imagining what it’s like to be a giant to embark on a whimsical adventure.

Artist: Joshua Smith

Joshua SmithCecile Walker Cycles - miniature urban building sculpture- street art graffiti, 2016

$8,000

Cecile Walker Cycles - miniature urban building sculpture- street art graffiti

By Joshua Smith

Located in New York, NY

Joshua Smith Cecile Walker Cycles Based on Cecile Walker Cycles, Melbourne Cardboard, MDF, plastic card, LED lighting, balsa wood, aluminum tubing, wire, recycled card, adhesive pape...

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2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum, Wire

Drew Leshko"Friendly Money Loan" Realistic miniature, architecture, building, cityscape, 2022

$5,800

H 35 in W 16 in D 9 in

"Friendly Money Loan" Realistic miniature, architecture, building, cityscape

By Drew Leshko

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This piece titled "Friendly Money Loan" is an original artwork made from paper, plaster, vinyl, acrylic, enamel, polyester, basswood, chain, wire, inkjet prints, and pastel by Drew Leshko. This piece measures 35"h x 16"w x 9"d. Drew Leshko is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based artist. By carving, cutting, and layering varieties of paper and wood, Leshko creates documentary studies of architecture from his neighborhood in an attempt to create a three dimensional archive of buildings that are in transitional periods. The work examines gentrification and history, how historical relevance is determined, and most importantly, what is worth preserving. Working from observation and photographs, the artist painstakingly recreates building facades from his neighborhood at a 1:12 scale...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Wire

Patrick Fitzgerald"XMITTER" Helmet & Jacket Sculpture, 2022

$480

H 14 in W 7 in D 3 in

"XMITTER" Helmet & Jacket Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

To Chicago-based artist Patrick Fitzgerald, his sculptures are a means of traveling through time. Working from found materials, Fitzgerald constructs miniature soap box cars...

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21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Wire

Kasing Lung, LabubuKasing Lung LABUBU Big into Energy Have A Seat Blind Box Unopened Mint Condition, 2025

$400

H 6.7 in W 3.71 in D 2.72 in

Kasing Lung LABUBU Big into Energy Have A Seat Blind Box Unopened Mint Condition

Located in Draper, UT

LABUBU, Kasing Lung, LABUBU, Big into Energy "Have A Seat" Blind Box Unopened Mint Condition Japan, 2025 ABS/PVC/Polyester 6 7/10 × 3 7/10 × 2 7/10 in 17 × 9.4 × 6.9 cm From an open...

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2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Polyester, PVC, ABS

CJ HendryCJ Hendry Flower Market 2.0 ALL 27 FLOWERS Limited Edition NYC Pop Up

$750

H 17 in W 7 in D 5 in

CJ Hendry Flower Market 2.0 ALL 27 FLOWERS Limited Edition NYC Pop Up

Located in Draper, UT

CJ Hendry Flower Market 2.0 ALL 27 FLOWERS Limited Edition NYC Pop Up Materials Polyester Size 17 × 7 × 5 in 43.2 × 17.8 × 12.7 cm Rarity Unknown edition Medium Sculpture Condit...

Category

2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Wire

Kendal MurrayWeekday, Faraway, 2019

$1,200

H 3.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Weekday, Faraway

By Kendal Murray

Located in Philadelphia, PA

"Weekday, Faraway" is an original Metal, mirrored glass, crushed quartz, polyesterfibre, plastic, wire, and enamel paint artwork by Kendal Murray measuri...

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2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Wire

Kendal Murray"Tantalize, Synchronize, Exercise!", Miniature compact and mirror landscape, 2019

$1,200

H 3.125 in W 3 in D 3.125 in

"Tantalize, Synchronize, Exercise!", Miniature compact and mirror landscape

By Kendal Murray

Located in Philadelphia, PA

"Tantalize, Synchronize, Exercise!" is an original metal, mirrored glass, polyester fibre, wire, plastic, and enamel paint artwork by Kendal Murray measu...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Wire

Drew Leshko"Anna's Pizza" Miniature Hyper-detailed Storefront in Wood, Plasterm and Paper, 2024

$2,800

H 19 in W 13.5 in D 6.5 in

"Anna's Pizza" Miniature Hyper-detailed Storefront in Wood, Plasterm and Paper

By Drew Leshko

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This piece titled "Anna's Pizza" is original artwork made from paper, basswood, plaster, acrylic, enamel, watercolor, wire, pvc, pins, pastel, inkjet prints by Drew Leshko. This piec...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Wire

Patrick Fitzgerald"Case Runner, " Mixed Media Sculpture, 2022

$480

H 14 in W 7 in D 3 in

"Case Runner, " Mixed Media Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

To Chicago-based artist Patrick Fitzgerald, his sculptures are a means of traveling through time. Working from found materials, Fitzgerald constructs miniature soap box cars...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Wire

Drew Leshko"Arthur's Dog House" Miniature City Rowhome and Restaurant with Hanging Sign, 2025

$3,800

H 33 in W 14 in D 11 in

"Arthur's Dog House" Miniature City Rowhome and Restaurant with Hanging Sign

By Drew Leshko

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This piece titled "Arthur's Dog House" is original artwork made from paper, acrylic, plaster, enamel, watercolor, basswood, wire, vinyl, inkjet print, pastel by Drew Leshko. This pie...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Wire

Drew Leshko"Milan Lounge" Miniature Wall-Mounted Storefront cby Drew Leshko, 2024

$3,200

H 17.5 in W 24 in D 6 in

"Milan Lounge" Miniature Wall-Mounted Storefront cby Drew Leshko

By Drew Leshko

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This piece titled "Milan Lounge" is original artwork made from paper, basswood, plaster, acrylic, enamel, watercolor, wire, pvc, pins, pastel, inkjet prints by Drew Leshko. This piec...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Wire

Drew Leshko"OVER IT", Miniature, camping trailer van, paper sculpture, 2019

$2,200

H 16 in W 21 in D 2.75 in

"OVER IT", Miniature, camping trailer van, paper sculpture

By Drew Leshko

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This white, blue, and red miniature paper sculpture titled "OVER IT" is an original artwork by Drew Leshko made of paper, acrylic, inkjet prints, basswood, wire, PVC plastic, pastel,...

Category

2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Wire

Drew LeshkoNYPD Interceptor, 2016

$2,000

H 16 in W 16 in D 3 in

NYPD Interceptor

By Drew Leshko

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Original NYPD interceptor sculpture made of archival paper, dry pigments, enamel, wood, clay, wire, plastic, and inkjet print by Drew Leshko measuring 16"h x 16"w x 3"d framed, as sh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Enamel, Wire

Previously Available Items

Joshua SmithDiscolandia - miniature urban building sculpture- street art graffiti, 2017

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H 8.5 in W 11 in D 10.2 in

Discolandia - miniature urban building sculpture- street art graffiti

By Joshua Smith

Located in New York, NY

Joshua Smith Discolandia Based on an old record shop in Mission, San Francisco Cardboard, MDF, plastic card, LED lighting, balsa wood, aluminum tubing, wire...

Category

2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Wire

Joshua SmithBlack Shadow Trading cie - miniature light up building with graffiti street art, 2015

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H 14 in W 12 in D 12 in

Black Shadow Trading cie - miniature light up building with graffiti street art

By Joshua Smith

Located in New York, NY

Joshua Smith Black Shadow Trading Company based on Haymarket, Chinatown, Sydney Cardboard, MDF, plastic card, LED lighting, balsa wood, aluminum tubing, wire, recycled card, adhesive...

Category

2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum, Wire

Joshua SmithHanjin Shipping Container - miniature urban sculpture, 2016

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H 5 in W 12 in D 5 in

Hanjin Shipping Container - miniature urban sculpture

By Joshua Smith

Located in New York, NY

Joshua Smith Hanjin Shipping Container based on Hong Kong docks cardboard, rope, plastruct, fabric, spray paint, chalk pastels, MDF, paper, balsa wo...

Category

2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Chalk, Spray Paint, Cardboard, Archival Paper

Joshua SmithRepublic Dumpster - miniature urban sculpture, 2017

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H 2.75 in D 6.7 in

Republic Dumpster - miniature urban sculpture

By Joshua Smith

Located in New York, NY

Joshua Smith "Republic Dumpster" cardboard, rope, spray paint, chalk pastels 2.75" H x 6.7 " D circle 2017 Joshua Smith is an Australian artist whose sculptures are all miniatures o...

Category

2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Chalk, Spray Paint, Cardboard, ABS

Joshua SmithSita Recycling Dumpster - miniature urban sculpture, 2016

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H 2.75 in W 4 in D 2.75 in

Sita Recycling Dumpster - miniature urban sculpture

By Joshua Smith

Located in New York, NY

Johsua Smith "Sita Recycling Dumpster" based on sita recycling dumpster, Melbourne cardboard, spray paint, chalk pastels 2.75" H x 4" L x 2.75" D 2016

Category

2010s Contemporary Joshua Smith Sculptures

Materials

Chalk, Spray Paint, Cardboard, ABS

Joshua Smith sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Joshua Smith sculptures available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Joshua Smith in abs, board, cardboard and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Joshua Smith sculptures, so small editions measuring 13 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Magda Von Hanau, Catherine Vamvakas Lay, and Walter Robinson. Joshua Smith sculptures prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $6,000 and tops out at $6,000, while the average work can sell for $6,000.

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Questions About Joshua Smith Sculptures

Where is Paul Smith from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Paul Smith is from Beeston, Nottinghamshire, England. He was born there on July 5, 1946. The fashion designer worked for a Savile Row tailor in London before opening his own shop in Nottingham in 1970. Find a collection of Paul Smith on 1stDibs.
What is Maitland-Smith?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Maitland-Smith is a furniture company founded in 1979 in Hong Kong. The company originally produced reproductions of 17th- and 18th-century furniture and then branched out to create an eclectic range of original designs. Many of its pieces feature decorative tops with hand-applied inlays and carved details. You'll find a selection of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between PS Paul Smith and Paul Smith?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between PS Paul Smith and Paul Smith is price. Paul Smith is the name of a British luxury fashion brand and its high-end line of clothing and accessories. PS Paul Smith is a diffusion brand made by Paul Smith. It offers pieces meant to appeal to a younger audience. Explore a collection of Paul Smith home accessories on 1stDibs.
Who owns Maitland-Smith?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
RHF Investments owns Maitland-Smith as of December 2021. The company operates from its headquarters in Hickory, North Carolina, and gained control of numerous brands in 2018, including Maitland-Smith, Hickory Chair and Pearson. You'll find a variety of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.
Who is Maitland-Smith Furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Originally founded by a London-based antiques dealer, Maitland-Smith Furniture has grown its luxury furniture brand into one that is synonymous with fine-quality specialties. Its designs feature hand-carved woodwork, inlaid marquetry and painted detailing to add extra elegance to every piece. Shop a collection of Maitland-Smith furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Are George Smith sofas comfortable?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
Whether George Smith sofas are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many online reviewers praise the level of comfort provided by the maker's furnishings. This is likely due to the feathers and down commonly used to fill the cushions for the company's sofas and other seating. Explore a range of George Smith sofas on 1stDibs.
Where is Maitland-Smith Furniture made?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Maitland-Smith makes much of its furniture in Cebu, Philippines. Skilled artisans build each piece by hand and apply the intricate carvings and inlays synonymous with the brand's style. You'll find a collection of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.
What type of art did Kiki Smith do?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Kiki Smith is a contemporary artist whose career has included sculpture, drawing, painting and other media to address issues such as mortality, gender and nature. Her multidisciplinary work is sought after by collectors worldwide. On 1stDibs, shop expertly-vetted Kiki Smith pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers.
Is Maitland-Smith still in business?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Maitland-Smith is still in business. RHF Investments owns the brand as of December 2021. The North Carolina-based company acquired the brand in 2018 when the previous owner, the Heritage Home Group, filed for bankruptcy. Shop a range of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.
Is Paul Smith good quality?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
Yes, Paul Smith is generally of good quality. Since its founding in 1970, the British fashion brand has earned a reputation for producing well-tailored pieces and finely crafted accessories out of premium materials. Online reviewers frequently cite how long Paul Smith pieces last and the value that they offer for their price. Find a range of Paul Smith apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
How do I identify my Maitland-Smith lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify a Maitland-Smith lamp, first check the base. Most lamps made by the British company will have a maker's mark on the bottom. However, you may need to remove the felt pad from the base to find it. Some also have a date stamp alongside the maker's name. Additionally, some Maitland-Smith lamps have a brand sticker on their bulb receptacle. For further assistance with the identification process, use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Maitland-Smith lamps.
How do I identify Maitland-Smith furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To identify Maitland-Smith furniture, look for the brand's tag. Typically, the manufacturer placed a tag on the underside or back of their pieces. Wording on the tags varies, but usually says the brand name above the words "hand made in the Philippines." Shop a collection of expertly vetted Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.
How old is Maitland-Smith furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
Maitland-Smith Furniture is more than 40 years old. Paul Maitland-Smith established the company in Hong Kong in 1979 after getting his start in London in the 1950s as an antique dealer who also sold reproduction furniture, something that would become a Maitland-Smith specialty. The manufacturer's early reproductions of 17th- and 18th-century furniture included Chippendale dining chairs, and soon afterward, Maitland-Smith expanded into a range of decorative designs that often exude a whimsical spirit, whether a coffee table shaped like a stack of books or a pair of decorative obelisks. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Maitland-Smith furniture.
Is Paul Smith a luxury brand?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Paul Smith is a luxury brand. The British design house produces men's and women's clothing, gift items and home décor using fine quality materials and sells them at high price points, fitting the definition of luxury fashion. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Paul Smith apparel and accessories.
What year did the company Maitland-Smith start?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Maitland-Smith started operating in 1979. Former furniture dealer Paul Maitland-Smith launched the company in Hong Kong to produce reproductions of 17th- and 18th-century furniture. Eventually, the brand expanded to create original designs. You'll find a range of Maitland-Smith furniture on 1stDibs.
What famous book did Jessie Willcox Smith illustrate?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
The most famous book that Jessie Willcox Smith illustrated is arguably Louisa May Alcott's Little Women. However, the American artist also produced illustrations for numerous other books. Among them were A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson, The Water Babies by Charles Kingsley, The Seven Ages of Childhood by Carolyn Wells, The Rhymes of Real Children by Frances Hodgson Burnett, Evangeline by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and An Old-Fashioned Girl, also by Louisa May Alcott. Explore a range of Jessie Willcox Smith art on 1stDibs.