Sculptor, painter and designer Margit Wittig has over the years gained a following of interior designers and collectors who are drawn to her modern bespoke lighting, screens and occasional furniture. Among them is noted British interior designer and founder of Firmdale Hotels, Kit Kemp, who once described Wittig’s versatile pieces as “curious, intriguing, classical yet lyrical.”
Born in Germany, Wittig grew up in creative surroundings. Her mother, an artist, encouraged her to paint watercolors of their garden and they would create festive Christmas ornaments using old wax candles.
Although she initially trained as a physiotherapist, Wittig quit the profession when she moved to the United States in 1997. She later left the U.S. for London, then a mother of two young children, and decided to pursue an art career.
Wittig studied sculpture and stone carving at the Art Academy in London and studied metalwork at Central Saint Martins. For her sculptures, Wittig drew inspiration from her years of observing the human form in her role as a physiotherapist. She also cites sculptors Constantin Brancusi and Alberto Giacometti as notable influences.
Wittig found herself incorporating her sculptures — as well as other objects she made in resin and glass — into functional and artistic table lamps. Although it began as a hobby, Wittig’s handcrafted decorative lighting soon caught the attention of London’s interior designers.
In 2016, Wittig officially established her studio. Over the past several years, she has expanded her lighting collection to include wall sconces and chandeliers. Wittig has also branched out into designing and making other furniture such as sculptural candlesticks, mirrors and her Manhattan Cube, which is technically a side table that can double as a stool.
Wittig’s table lamps and candlesticks are included in the décor of Firmdale Hotels’ The Whitby in New York and Ham Yard Hotel in London. Her pieces have also been featured in several international publications such as The English Home, House and Garden, ELLE Decoration, the New York Times and Architectural Digest, to name a few.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Margit Wittig lighting, decorative objects and seating.
Abstract Geometric Shapes, Contemporary Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
'Circle of Life' 2020, reflects the pull push tension as well as continuation of life using strong contrasting color. Using a spatula rather than a paint brush Wittig layers the pain...
Acrylic, Canvas
Modern, Abstract Contemporary Landscape, multi-colour Oil on Canvas
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
'Celebration of Colour' finished in 2020, reflects the contrasting nature of colour in spring. Using a spatula rather than a paint brush Wittig layers the paint creating surface tens...
Paint, Canvas
Contemporary Verso Signed Abstract Oil on Canvas
Located in Sheffield, MA
Oil painting is composed of vibrant orange tones mingled with neutral brown and grey tones. Verso is titled and signed illegibly. Canvas measures approximate 20 inches squared in height and width. Signed original artwork, abstract Modernist art...
Canvas
$2,850
H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Contemporary Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Painting "Wintertime Love" Andrew Plum
By Andrew Plum
Located in Montreal, QC
This work is signed and dated PLUM 2011 recto and verso of the canvas; Canvas Size - 24" x 24" x 1.5" profile; Framed Size - 25.5" x 25.5" Black synthetic float frame included. Andr...
Canvas
$3,270
H 59.06 in W 39.38 in D 1.38 in
Painting "Middle" 2015 Acrylic Black Geometric on Canvas by Cecilia Setterdahl
By Cecilia Setterdahl
Located in Dubai, Dubai
About the painting “Middle” Strict and simple geometrical lines that focus on the RED centre. About the artist: Cecilia’s is working with all geometrical forms, lines and shadows. Her style developed to be clean and sharp forms in different combinations. Often they are in juxtaposition to create a three dimensional effect. Since two decades she has only painted in acrylic on canvas. Her art characteristics are uniform geometrical shapes with pristine borders, often in bold colours. Born in Sweden in 1954, Cecilia Setterdahl has always been painting from Swedish inspiration. Studied ascetics in High School and then went on to the Technical University of Lulea and graduated as a teacher. Moved to Stockholm and studied at the “Konstskolan” First exhibition 1988. Through a move to Neuchatel, Switzerland Cecilia continued her studies at the M-Art and Accademie Maximilien de Meuron...
Canvas, Acrylic
Italian Abstract Oil on Canvas by Fausta Dossi, Milan, 2006
Located in Houston, TX
Italian abstract oil on canvas by Fausta Dossi, Milan, 2006. Stunning Italian modern bstract oil on canvas by noted Italian artist from Milan, Fausta Dossi, dated 2006. Title: Arca d...
Canvas, Paint
Italian Abstract Oil on Canvas by Fausta Dossi, Milan, 2008
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Abstract oil on canvas by Fausta Dossi, Milan, 2008. Stunning abstract oil on canvas by noted Italian artist from Milan, Fausta Dossi, dated 2008. Title: Acqua Copy of ar...
Canvas, Paint
$2,950
H 10 in W 8 in D 1 in
Abstract Acrylic 'Siesta Sunrise Big Sur' Acrylic on Canvas Painting Andrew Plum
By Andrew Plum
Located in Montreal, QC
Abstract Acrylic painting, titled:' Siesta Sunrise Big Sur' Acrylic on Canvas painting; California painting; Signed verso: PLUM; Canvas size 8" x 10"; Dated: April 2014. Andrew Plum ...
Canvas
Midcentury Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Houston, TX
Midcentury abstract oil painting on canvas. Colorful Mid-Century Modern abstract impasto oil painting on canvas. This stunning square ...
Canvas, Paint
$2,070
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 1.38 in
Paintings "Escape" 2017 Acrylic on Canvas by Cecilia Setterdahl Modern Geometric
By Cecilia Setterdahl
Located in Dubai, Dubai
About the painting “Escape” 2017 Escape is part of Cecilia’s Freedom Collection - inspired by Ms. Yeonmi Park’s escape from North Korea. Escape tells part three of Ms. Yeonmi Park'...
Canvas, Acrylic
$10,500
H 73 in W 57.5 in D 1.5 in
"Playing, " Large Framed Abstract Oil on Canvas by Kathi Robinson Frank
Located in New York, NY
New York City born Kathi Robinson Frank began painting at an early age. While in high school, she studied at The Art Students League and pursued her passion at Bard College where she...
Paint
Caravan Acrylic on Canvas Abstract Painting Framed Andrew Plum
By Andrew Plum
Located in Montreal, QC
This work is signed, dated and titled "PLUM 2008 Caravan” verso of the canvas and signed PLUM on recto; canvas size - 16" high x 20” wide x 1" profile; framed size- 18.75” x 22.75” x...
Canvas
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.25 in W 22.75 in D 1.5 in
Colorful Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting Signed Alain Boyer
Located in Miami, FL
A very colorful oil on canvas painting by French painter Alain Boyer. Professionally framed. Alain Boyer is a self-taught French painter, established at the Maison des Artistes s...
Paint
"The Offering" Abstract Acrylic on Canvas Painting Andrew Plum
By Andrew Plum
Located in Montreal, QC
Signed and dated "PLUM 2016" recto and verso of the canvas; canvas size - 36" x 48" x 1.5" profile. Andrew Plum was born in Lancashire, England in 1965 and moved to Canada at the age...
Canvas