Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

American, b. 1961

Markus Pierson was born in 1961 and grew up in the small farming town of Grand Ledge, Michigan, where his father owned a popular restaurant. A self-proclaimed “racer,” Markus was the youngest and most challenging of the four Pierson children. While he was a student, an encouraging art teacher opened the door to Markus’ talent and deeply moved him. However, the Grand Ledge art scene was somewhat lacking, leading Markus to take on a number of odd jobs before stumbling upon accounting as a means of making a living. After a near-fatal battle with Crohn’s disease in early 1985, he declared the accountant “dead” and in his place was a man pursuing his dream of becoming a successful artist. The Coyote series was born in June 1986, after Markus heard the Joni Mitchell song “Coyote.” He loved it, played it often, and memorized the lyrics. The song’s central theme, a guy named “Coyote,” is a reckless, free-spirited Casanova type of guy—Pierson aspired to be the carefree novelist described in those lyrics. Then he did something he’d never done before or since: Markus drew a song. For the next six months, Markus painted billboards by day for a living and drew his Coyotes by night. On the wall above his desk, he taped these words: “No one works as hard and as smart – and it comes to nothing.” Within a year, he was leaving Artexpo in New York with engagements from 110 art galleries looking to represent his work.

Creator: Markus Pierson

Wood & Acrylic Sculpture "a Passion That Kills" by Markus Pierson

$1,787Sale Price|35% Off

Wood & Acrylic Sculpture "a Passion That Kills" by Markus Pierson

By Markus Pierson

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical acrylic paint on wood sculpture "Passion That Kills" by Markus Pierson, circa 1988. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 22" W x 8" D x 22" H. The sculpture is super cool and is signed and numbered 31 / 250 on the reverse. Includes the original brochure from Outwest Gallery. #2274 Markus Pierson was born in 1961 and raised in the small farming town of Grand Ledge...

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20th Century American Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Acrylic

Coyote Sculpture by Markus Pierson, 1987

$1,650

Coyote Sculpture by Markus Pierson, 1987

By Markus Pierson

Located in Richmond, VA

Vibrant painted wood sculpture of a lounging coyote by artist Markus Pierson. Piece depicts a coyote in a striped suit laying on a teal settee with a beverage in one hand and a phone...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Theodore Gall Iron Sculpture of a Fish with Human Face, Circa 1987

$1,600Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.75 in W 11 in D 7 in

Theodore Gall Iron Sculpture of a Fish with Human Face, Circa 1987

By Theodore Gall

Located in Chicago, IL

Thought provoking sculpture of a type of fish with the face of a man by Theodore Gall, 1987. Mounted on a chunk of lava rock, the fish has incredible patina that was applied by the a...

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1980s American Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Iron

Acrylic Owl Sculpture by Abraham Palatnik, Brazil, 1970s

$400

H 3.94 in W 2.76 in D 0.99 in

Acrylic Owl Sculpture by Abraham Palatnik, Brazil, 1970s

By Abraham Palatnik

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Acrylic Owl Sculpture by Abraham Palatnik, Brazil, 1970s Acrylic sculpture by renowned Brazilian artist Abraham Palatnik, a pioneer of the Kinetic Art movement. This iconic owl fig...

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20th Century Brazilian Post-Modern Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic

Italian Wood Sculpture

$510Sale Price|40% Off

H 14 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in

Italian Wood Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage wood sculpture by the student in scuola di belle arti in Venice a public academy of art in Venice.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Carved Wood Male Torso Sculpture on Acrylic Base

$1,750

H 15.5 in W 8.75 in D 8 in

Vintage Italian Carved Wood Male Torso Sculpture on Acrylic Base

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Italian Carved Wood Male Torso Sculpture On Acrylic Base. This handsome Italian Greco Roman style carved wood painted male torso is beauti...

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1960s Italian Greco Roman Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Sculpture by Dick Shanley, circa 1984, Tall Wood Sculpture, USA, Laminated Wood

$22,000

H 62 in W 10 in D 18 in

Sculpture by Dick Shanley, circa 1984, Tall Wood Sculpture, USA, Laminated Wood

By Dick Shanley

Located in New York, NY

Tall laminated wood sculpture of a woman, "Ellie," by Dick Shanley, circa 1984, USA. The platform is missing. This is a very beautiful tall sculpture. Th...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Abstract interlocking Carrara marble sculpture by Andrea Cascella, Italy 1987

$14,802

H 9.06 in W 7.68 in D 5.52 in

Abstract interlocking Carrara marble sculpture by Andrea Cascella, Italy 1987

By Andrea Cascella

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

Abstract interlocking Carrara marble sculpture by Andrea Cascella (1919-1990), Italy 1987. A refined abstract sculpture composed of three interlocking elements. The stylized, rounded...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Carrara Marble

Wood Sculpture, by French Designer 1950

$532

H 14.97 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in

Wood Sculpture, by French Designer 1950

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This sculpture is in solid wood. Hand carved by a french artist in the 1950's It is signed P.Leclerc.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

7" Sculptured Turned Wood Sculpture

$385Sale Price|30% Off

H 7 in Dm 6.5 in

7" Sculptured Turned Wood Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a beautifully crafted sculpture made of burl root, Put on a lathe it was turned and crafted into this wonderful vase. It has a lot of detail and craftsmanship. A nice decor...

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20th Century American Modern Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Fredrick Prescott – Cowboys And Indians, 1987 Signed Kinetic Steel Sculpture

$4,800 / set

H 60.5 in W 34 in D 15.5 in

Fredrick Prescott – Cowboys And Indians, 1987 Signed Kinetic Steel Sculpture

By Frederick Prescott

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vibrant kinetic steel sculpture titled "Cowboys and Indians" by Fredrick Prescott. Signed and dated 1987 on base. This installation showcases his hallmark fusion of bold color, pla...

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1980s American Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Zebra Lucite Acrylic Sculpture by Abraham Palatnik

$150

H 2.37 in W 3.55 in D 0.79 in

Zebra Lucite Acrylic Sculpture by Abraham Palatnik

By Abraham Palatnik

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Acrylic Lucite Zebra Sculpture by Abraham Palatnik A stunning acrylic zebra sculpture by renowned Brazilian artist Abraham Palatnik. This piece is a true modern work of art that comb...

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20th Century Brazilian Post-Modern Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic

Olive Wood Sculpture by Franco Bittante

$800Sale Price / set|58% Off

H 14 in W 37 in D 14 in

Olive Wood Sculpture by Franco Bittante

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wolpe del piave olive wood (Piave Wolfe) second statue :H:12.5 W:34 D11

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1970s Italian Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Olive

"Byzantine" Bronze Sculpture by Erté, 1987

$8,200

H 20 in W 10.5 in D 4.75 in

"Byzantine" Bronze Sculpture by Erté, 1987

By Erté

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Byzantine" sculpture by Erté made with cold-painted bronze depicting a byzantine lady with traditional clothing/accessories. Signed and dated (1987)...

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1980s French Vintage Markus Pierson Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Markus Pierson decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Markus Pierson decorative objects 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 Markus Pierson decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Frederic Weinberg, Charles and Ray Eames, and Curtis Jeré. Prices for Markus Pierson decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,200 and can go as high as $2,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,200.