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Fern Fossil Specimen, Extinct Neuropteris species likely, 300 million years old
Fern Fossil Specimen, Extinct Neuropteris species likely, 300 million years old

Fern Fossil Specimen, Extinct Neuropteris species likely, 300 million years old

Located in Warrenton, OR

Fern Fossil Specimen, Extinct Neuropteris species likely, 300 million years old. Discovered in PA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available therea...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Organic Material

90+ Million Years Old Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil
90+ Million Years Old Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil

90+ Million Years Old Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil

Located in Warrenton, OR

90+ Million Years Old Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. The Conlinoceras Tarrantense A...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Ammonite Fossil Specimen Mortoniceras (Angolaites) Drakei 110 Million Yrs Old
Ammonite Fossil Specimen Mortoniceras (Angolaites) Drakei 110 Million Yrs Old

Ammonite Fossil Specimen Mortoniceras (Angolaites) Drakei 110 Million Yrs Old

Located in Warrenton, OR

Ammonite Fossil Specimen Mortoniceras (Angolaites) Drakei 110 Million Yrs Old (apx). ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. We are w...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Cabinet of Curiosities Cabinet Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Cabinet of Curiosities Cabinet Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950

Cabinet of Curiosities Cabinet Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950

Located in Barcelona, ES

Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden cabinet. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1950. Olot has a long tradition in the productio...

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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older
Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older

Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue - attributed to Griebel in Germany, a well known manufacturer of this kind of figures. This character statue has been made in German...

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1910s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware, Wood

Early 20th Century Antique Bronze French Bulldog Figurine Frenchie Statue
Early 20th Century Antique Bronze French Bulldog Figurine Frenchie Statue

Early 20th Century Antique Bronze French Bulldog Figurine Frenchie Statue

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Early 1900s Vienna Bronze French Bulldog – Unpainted, Patinated Finish A finely crafted unpainted Vienna bronze figurine, likely dating from the early 20th century. Discovered at an ...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Mortoniceras Drakeoceras Ammonite Fossil Specimen, USA
Large Mortoniceras Drakeoceras Ammonite Fossil Specimen, USA

Large Mortoniceras Drakeoceras Ammonite Fossil Specimen, USA

Located in Warrenton, OR

Large Mortoniceras Drakeoceras Ammonite Fossil Specimen, USA. About 110 million years old. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. A...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Large Mortoniceras Fossil Ammonite Specimen, Organic Modern Style Display Piece
Large Mortoniceras Fossil Ammonite Specimen, Organic Modern Style Display Piece

Large Mortoniceras Fossil Ammonite Specimen, Organic Modern Style Display Piece

Located in Warrenton, OR

Large Mortoniceras Fossil Ammonite Specimen, Organic Modern Style Display Piece. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. Natural Spec...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Large Giant Clam Shell Natural Specimen, Tridacna Gigas, Organic Modern Decor
Large Giant Clam Shell Natural Specimen, Tridacna Gigas, Organic Modern Decor

Large Giant Clam Shell Natural Specimen, Tridacna Gigas, Organic Modern Decor

Located in Warrenton, OR

Large Giant Clam Shell Natural Specimen, Tridacna Gigas, Organic Modern Decor. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. We think thou...

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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Polished Ammonite Fossil with Red Flashes, Around 110 Million Years Old
Polished Ammonite Fossil with Red Flashes, Around 110 Million Years Old

Polished Ammonite Fossil with Red Flashes, Around 110 Million Years Old

Located in Warrenton, OR

Polished Ammonite Fossil with Red Flashes, Around 110 Million Years Old, with Beautiful Glowing / Iridescent Flashes of Color and some leafy patterns peaking out. ***NOTE: Our 1stDib...

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom

Located in Warrenton, OR

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish at Bottom. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is an abs...

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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Coral

Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil with Leafy Suture Patterns
Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil with Leafy Suture Patterns

Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil with Leafy Suture Patterns

Located in Warrenton, OR

Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil with Leafy Suture Patterns. Comes with a second, tiny (1.25 x 1 x .5) ammonite, further demonstrating the size of this one. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs...

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Bronze Etruscan Horse with Rider Sculpture on Marble Base, Greece Vintage, 1970s
Bronze Etruscan Horse with Rider Sculpture on Marble Base, Greece Vintage, 1970s

Bronze Etruscan Horse with Rider Sculpture on Marble Base, Greece Vintage, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This is a bronze sculpture, in the style of the antique statues and figures of the Etruscans is a gorgeous interior furnishing item. it is an incredibly stylized Etruscan horse with ...

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1970s Greek Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair Terracotta Ceramic Foo Dog Garden Home Statues, Sculptures from the 1960s
Pair Terracotta Ceramic Foo Dog Garden Home Statues, Sculptures from the 1960s

Pair Terracotta Ceramic Foo Dog Garden Home Statues, Sculptures from the 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An outstanding pair of two Foo Dog statues in glazed and hand painted Ceramic. Perfectly representations of this majestic being, stern, watchful and obedient at the same time. Elegan...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Antique MaruMan T2 Heavy Crystal Table Lighter Electric And Gas
Vintage Antique MaruMan T2 Heavy Crystal Table Lighter Electric And Gas

Vintage Antique MaruMan T2 Heavy Crystal Table Lighter Electric And Gas

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Vintage antique crystal tabletop gas and electric lighter. In great condition. This exquisite Lighter is a testament to the opulence and craftsmanship of the mid 20th century. The b...

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1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Vintage Decorative Egyptian Pharaoh Statue on Marble Base, Grand Tour Souvenir
Vintage Decorative Egyptian Pharaoh Statue on Marble Base, Grand Tour Souvenir

Vintage Decorative Egyptian Pharaoh Statue on Marble Base, Grand Tour Souvenir

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautifully crafted statue of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, I believe it is Ramses the 2nd however I am not completely sure. The statue appears to be made of copper or white metal. ...

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1970s Egyptian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Lava
Lava

Lava

$7,200

Lava

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A volcanic bomb collected near Mount Fuji. It is a natural formation created when erupted lava cooled and solidified while rotating in the air. It is characterized by its rough tex...

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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Archaistic Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Lava

Figural Horse Business Card Tray Catchall Brass Bronze, Vienna, Austria, 1910s
Figural Horse Business Card Tray Catchall Brass Bronze, Vienna, Austria, 1910s

Figural Horse Business Card Tray Catchall Brass Bronze, Vienna, Austria, 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1910s Austrian business card tray or catchall. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian art nouveau items. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Antique Cast Brass Belle Epoque Style Andirons
Pair of French Antique Cast Brass Belle Epoque Style Andirons

Pair of French Antique Cast Brass Belle Epoque Style Andirons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Patinated Cast Brass Style: French Antique

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1920s French Other Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Ebony Elephant Family of 3
Art Deco Ebony Elephant Family of 3

Art Deco Ebony Elephant Family of 3

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

Smallest elephant: height: 13 cm, width 13 cm and depth; 7 cm

Category

1950s Indian Art Deco Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ebony, Bone

Stunning Wooden Zodiac Wall Plaque Relief Brutalist Midcentury, German, 1970s
Stunning Wooden Zodiac Wall Plaque Relief Brutalist Midcentury, German, 1970s

Stunning Wooden Zodiac Wall Plaque Relief Brutalist Midcentury, German, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautifully crafted wooden wall plaque relief depicting all zodiac signs, designed in a bold Brutalist style and produced in Germany in the 1970s. The expressive carved forms and s...

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1970s German Brutalist Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Plywood

Industrial Robot Scale Design Model Desk Sculpture, German, 1970s
Industrial Robot Scale Design Model Desk Sculpture, German, 1970s

Industrial Robot Scale Design Model Desk Sculpture, German, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Vintage Industrial Robot Sculpture (1970s) A rare example of early machinist craftsmanship, this miniature industrial robot was produced during the 1970s and discovered at an estate ...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Antique Black Forest Bear Bench w. Five Bear Sculptures & Carved Oak Leaf Seat
Antique Black Forest Bear Bench w. Five Bear Sculptures & Carved Oak Leaf Seat

Antique Black Forest Bear Bench w. Five Bear Sculptures & Carved Oak Leaf Seat

Located in Lisse, NL

Large and impressive, hand carved and demountable bench with five bear sculptures. This superbly hand carved bench is entirely made of solid wood and therefor too this stunning and highly decorative antique is as strong and stable as the day it was it was made. We cannot single out one detail that is more special than others, because the standing bear sculptures...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Wood

XL Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 15.5 x 14 x 5.5 Inches Apx, with Nice Ribs
XL Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 15.5 x 14 x 5.5 Inches Apx, with Nice Ribs

XL Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 15.5 x 14 x 5.5 Inches Apx, with Nice Ribs

Located in Warrenton, OR

XL Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 15.5 x 14 x 5.5 Inches Apx, with Nice Ribs. We think this is a Kranaosphinctes species. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not b...

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base
Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base

Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A classic decorative bust statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal on a Marble base. Very decorative and nice to display in your library or any room.

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Fine Art Antique Hand Carved Wooden Black Forest Trophy-Like Deer Wall Sculpture
Fine Art Antique Hand Carved Wooden Black Forest Trophy-Like Deer Wall Sculpture

Fine Art Antique Hand Carved Wooden Black Forest Trophy-Like Deer Wall Sculpture

Located in Lisse, NL

Finest quality carved, Victorian era, Black Forest deer / stag wall sculpture. One of the main reasons for people wanting to own and enjoy antiques is for their decorative appeal an...

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19th Century German Black Forest Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Wooden & Metal Kinetic Ferris Wheel with Red, Blue & Yellow Cabins
Mid-Century Wooden & Metal Kinetic Ferris Wheel with Red, Blue & Yellow Cabins

Mid-Century Wooden & Metal Kinetic Ferris Wheel with Red, Blue & Yellow Cabins

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kinetic ferris wheel model from the Mid-Century era, constructed with a red enameled metal frame and latticed tower support mounted on a painted wooden base. The wheel carries sixteen small open-top wooden cabins...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal

‎Life-Size Italian Bulldog Terracotta Pug Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1960s
‎Life-Size Italian Bulldog Terracotta Pug Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1960s

‎Life-Size Italian Bulldog Terracotta Pug Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Add a touch of charm to your home with this exquisite ceramic Terracotta Pug or French Bulldog sculpture. This piece captures the playful spirit of the beloved breed with intricate d...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta

Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal
Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal

Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning classical style display column with a wonderful and warm patina. This marvelous piece of early 20th century workmanship is another fine example of the quality that was made in those days. All handcrafted out of oak and beautifully patinated from top to bottom this antique stand is a real eyecatcher and over the many decades the patina has only made this antique more attractive. This highly stylish, strong and very stable stand will easily take one of your heavier sculptures as well. The combination of the circular, heavy stem with its classical carvings and cannelures and the square base and table top make this stylish antique an absolute joy to own and look at. Apart from a few minor imperfections, this antique display stand...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oak

Enormous Antique Bronze Eagle Sculpture Church Bible Stand or Saint John Lectern
Enormous Antique Bronze Eagle Sculpture Church Bible Stand or Saint John Lectern

Enormous Antique Bronze Eagle Sculpture Church Bible Stand or Saint John Lectern

Located in Lisse, NL

*Note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. Monumental Bronze Eagle Lectern Sculpture .. Symbol of Saint John the Evangelist, Church Relic, ca. 1900 For the true connoisseur of ecclesiastical antiques and meaningful design, this remarkable bronze eagle sculpture offers a rare opportunity to own an object that is both spiritually symbolic and visually commanding. Originally crafted as a Bible lectern...

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19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Rare Midcentury Made, Butterfly Design Beech Wood and Beveled Glass Wall Mirror
Rare Midcentury Made, Butterfly Design Beech Wood and Beveled Glass Wall Mirror

Rare Midcentury Made, Butterfly Design Beech Wood and Beveled Glass Wall Mirror

Located in Lisse, NL

Striking butterfly wall mirror, with a beech body and thick beveled glass wings. If you love butterflies and/or if they are meaningful in your life then this wonderful wall mirror could be flying your way soon (lots of pun intended). Because of their wide variety of colors, shapes and sizes, butterflies are loved throughout the world. However, because of their deeper meaning they for many people also represent things like spiritual rebirth, transformation, change, hope and life. Via one of our foreign contacts we managed to purchase this rare and possibly unique, butterfly wall mirror. The all handcrafted and hand-carved beech wooden body has the perfect design and a wonderful patina. The two beveled mirror wings...

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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Alethopteris/Neuropteris Fern/Plant Fossil Natural Specimen 305+ Million Yrs Old
Alethopteris/Neuropteris Fern/Plant Fossil Natural Specimen 305+ Million Yrs Old

Alethopteris/Neuropteris Fern/Plant Fossil Natural Specimen 305+ Million Yrs Old

Located in Warrenton, OR

Alethopteris/Neuropteris Fern/Plant Fossil Natural Specimen 305+ Million Yrs Old. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter. If you lik...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Organic Material

Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror
Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror

Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror

Located in Lisse, NL

Striking wall mirror with handcarved geometrical 'flowers' and trefoil symbols. Via one of our foreign contacts we recently purchased this perfectly fine and deeply handcarved, sc...

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Early 20th Century European Gothic Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Miniature Cast Iron Boston Terrier
Miniature Cast Iron Boston Terrier

Miniature Cast Iron Boston Terrier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fun miniature cast iron Boston Terrier is in original paint and in fine condition.Very rare to find these miniatures.

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Natural Dendritic Specimen Slab or Fossil Specimen
Natural Dendritic Specimen Slab or Fossil Specimen

Natural Dendritic Specimen Slab or Fossil Specimen

Located in Warrenton, OR

Natural Dendritic Specimen Slab or Fossil Specimen, probably from the Jurassic period. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** A s...

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Organic Modern Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Organic Material

Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun
Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun

Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique and highly decorative wall coat rack with at least ten hooks. One of the main reasons for people wanting to own antiques is for their decorative appeal and this hand-crafted work-of-art wall rack certainly fits that bill. This good condition wall coat-rack with the finest quality cast iron wall hooks...

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Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Extra Large Crucifix with Hand Carved Oak Corpus of Christ for Church or Chapel
Extra Large Crucifix with Hand Carved Oak Corpus of Christ for Church or Chapel

Extra Large Crucifix with Hand Carved Oak Corpus of Christ for Church or Chapel

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautifully carved and large size corpus of Jesus, made in the Arts & Crafts era. This meaningful and unique crucifix from the early 1900s comes with a larger than life, hand carved oak Corpus of Christ. The details in the anatomy of this Christ are very well carved and they clearly reveal the suffering and dehydration that His body endured in the final days of his life. The artist/sculptor is clearly showing us the image of Jesus when or right after he bowed his head and died. The solid oak cross is original to this corpus and it was given a different color so that the unique and impressive corpus stands out perfectly. Have you also noticed the perfectly carved and thick crown of thorns on the head of Christ. The patina of this excellent condition and large corpus is another great feature that will never fail to impress. The former owners gave us the photo that you see in image 3 in this listing and in it you can see where this antique corpus...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Large Arts and Crafts Black Forest Carved Oak Chandelier w. Forest Owl Sculpture
Large Arts and Crafts Black Forest Carved Oak Chandelier w. Forest Owl Sculpture

Large Arts and Crafts Black Forest Carved Oak Chandelier w. Forest Owl Sculpture

Located in Lisse, NL

One of a kind and superb condition, extra large ( diameter 38.6 inches) pendant light. If you have a passion for sculptural and meaningful Art then this antique and fully hand carved owl chandelier could be flying your way soon (no pun intended). Because of its size and quality it must have taken one very skilled German artisan weeks rather than days to fully handcarve this unique light fixture. With a diameter of 38.6 inches this is one of the largest, hand carved wooden chandeliers...

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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Timeless Elegance: Bronze Sculpture 'Solitario' by Jordi Abad, 20th Century
Timeless Elegance: Bronze Sculpture 'Solitario' by Jordi Abad, 20th Century

Timeless Elegance: Bronze Sculpture 'Solitario' by Jordi Abad, 20th Century

Located in Barcelona, ES

Artist: Jordi Abad (Barcelona, 20th Century) Title: Solitario Material: Gilded Bronze on Veined Black Marble Base Dimensions: 32 x 7 x 7 cm (with base) Signed and...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

'Bucchero' Ceramic Bust Italian, 1950s
'Bucchero' Ceramic Bust Italian, 1950s

'Bucchero' Ceramic Bust Italian, 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Meer, VAN

'Bucchero' female head / bust attributed to Giò Ponti and Carlo Alberto Rossi. Mid 20th century, Italy. This is a rare and marvelous little mid century ceramic head / bust by Carlo Alberto Rossi after a design attributed to Giò Ponti. Very stylistic and elegant. The ceramic gets its characteristic black color through a special process in which the oxygen is removed from the red clay. So no paint or varnish is used. This is a technique that dates back to the Etruscans. Many works by Carlo Alberto Rossi and his brother – with whom he collaborated – have the characteristic black color. The Rossi brothers collaborated with the famous architect and designer Gio Ponti. Several of his designs – including this head – were executed in the Rossi’s studio. The collaboration was a great success. Some of the works were also shown at the IX Triennale of Milan in 1951. Please note we have a selection of 'Bucchero' pieces by Gubbio artists C. A. Rossi, Sebastiani and Elio Cerbella...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100M Years Old, USA
Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100M Years Old, USA

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100M Years Old, USA

Located in Warrenton, OR

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100M Years Old, USA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** The Conlinoceras Tarrant...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Japanese antique objet / wood  wabi-sabi object
Japanese antique objet / wood  wabi-sabi object

Japanese antique objet / wood wabi-sabi object

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an ornament whose root part of the tree changes over time and looks like a Buddha statue. The surface of the wood has many holes and the shadows are very mysterious, and the...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Antique Second Empire French Doré Gilt Bronze Vases or Urns
Antique Second Empire French Doré Gilt Bronze Vases or Urns

Antique Second Empire French Doré Gilt Bronze Vases or Urns

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of antique French gilt bronze vases. Decorated with an assembly of musical instruments, a gourd, and even a hat. Extremely solid and finely cast, these urns or vas...

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Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Gunzenhauser Sissach Cast Bronze Seal Figurine, Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Gunzenhauser Sissach Cast Bronze Seal Figurine, Mid-Century Modern

Vintage Gunzenhauser Sissach Cast Bronze Seal Figurine, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This vintage cast bronze seal figurine by Gunzenhauser Sissach is a beautifully sculpted mid-century piece showcasing elegant, fluid lines and a refined stylized form. The seal is de...

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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real.  (ships in USA only)
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real.  (ships in USA only)

Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only)

Located in Warrenton, OR

Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only) Beach Decor . ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** A stun...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Coral

A Stunning Knobby Ammonite Fossil Specimen, About 93 Million Years Old
A Stunning Knobby Ammonite Fossil Specimen, About 93 Million Years Old

A Stunning Knobby Ammonite Fossil Specimen, About 93 Million Years Old

Located in Warrenton, OR

A Stunning Knobby Ammonite Fossil Specimen, About 93 Million Years Old ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is a very beau...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece, they are made from soapstone. This type of sculpture typically depicts two guardi...

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1970s Chinese Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

John F Kennedy Bust by Edward Schillaci for Austin Productions 1960s
John F Kennedy Bust by Edward Schillaci for Austin Productions 1960s

John F Kennedy Bust by Edward Schillaci for Austin Productions 1960s

By Austin Productions

Located in San Diego, CA

Bust by artist Edward Schillaci who sculpted for Austin Productions from the 1950s thru the 1960s. This bust captured the essence of the then (1964) departed 35th U.S. President wit...

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1960s American Classical Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Plaster

Egyptian Style Brass & Marble Figurative Sculpture
Egyptian Style Brass & Marble Figurative Sculpture

Egyptian Style Brass & Marble Figurative Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Shows Natural Patina

Category

1920s American Egyptian Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Ceramic Peacock Bird Sculpture with Flowers in Blue, Yellow and Green
Ceramic Peacock Bird Sculpture with Flowers in Blue, Yellow and Green

Ceramic Peacock Bird Sculpture with Flowers in Blue, Yellow and Green

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A pretty brightly painted ceramic sculpture of a peacock. This piece depicts a bird with bright blue yellow and green features, perched upon a tree stump ...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Metal Peacock Sculpture Model Orbit Swinging Mobile Vintage Germany
Metal Peacock Sculpture Model Orbit Swinging Mobile Vintage Germany

Metal Peacock Sculpture Model Orbit Swinging Mobile Vintage Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A charming, kinetic vintage mobile from the 1970s, crafted in Germany. The delicate, ball-shaped metal elements appear elegant and float effortlessly in space. The graceful, sculptural arrangement of the elements creates a captivating interplay of movement and form. Mounted on a beautifully shaped peacock metal...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

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Metal

19thc Monumental Cast Iron Garden Rooster
19thc Monumental Cast Iron Garden Rooster

19thc Monumental Cast Iron Garden Rooster

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic monumental cast iron rooster is very large and heavy. It was probably used in a store front as a trade sign or a garden element. The patina is amazing and in very good...

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Sculptures

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Iron

Two Tall Architectural Sitting Stone Concrete Lions, a Pair
Two Tall Architectural Sitting Stone Concrete Lions, a Pair

Two Tall Architectural Sitting Stone Concrete Lions, a Pair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A pair of two concrete stone lions. Such a wonderful way to add a regal look to an entryway. (Or perhaps even a driveway.) Each lion sits on its hind legs, with its front paws outstr...

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Unknown Sculptures

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Concrete

7.5" Alethopteris Species Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs old, USA
7.5" Alethopteris Species Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs old, USA

7.5" Alethopteris Species Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs old, USA

Located in Warrenton, OR

7.5" Alethopteris Species Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, apx 305 million yrs old, USA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing in May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This pl...

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15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Unknown Sculptures

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Organic Material

Finest Quality, Antique Hand Carved Nutwood Swiss Black Forest Cow Sculpture
Finest Quality, Antique Hand Carved Nutwood Swiss Black Forest Cow Sculpture

Finest Quality, Antique Hand Carved Nutwood Swiss Black Forest Cow Sculpture

Located in Lisse, NL

Museum quality and condition Swiss black forest sculpture. For collectors of the rarest and finest Black Forest sculptures: this incredibly detailed, hand-carved cow could only orig...

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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Unknown Sculptures

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Nutwood

Italian Alabaster Bust of a Young Woman, Possibly Saint Catherine of Siena c1890
Italian Alabaster Bust of a Young Woman, Possibly Saint Catherine of Siena c1890

Italian Alabaster Bust of a Young Woman, Possibly Saint Catherine of Siena c1890

Located in Lisse, NL

Museum quality sculpture of a serene possibly Saint Catherine of Siena. This exquisite Italian alabaster bust, carved circa 1890 and set upon a dark, polished marble base, emanates ...

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Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Antique Unknown Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

Vintage Abstract Bronze Intertwined Figurative Sculpture on White Marble Base
Vintage Abstract Bronze Intertwined Figurative Sculpture on White Marble Base

Vintage Abstract Bronze Intertwined Figurative Sculpture on White Marble Base

Located in North Miami, FL

This beautiful intertwined abstract figure bronze sculpture on a white marble base is very sensual and has an amazing and different presence from every angle. The bodies are intertwi...

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1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

Unknown sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Unknown sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Unknown sculptures, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 1,143 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1,389 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original sculptures by Unknown were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Unknown sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $50 and can go as high as $216,361, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,578.
Questions About Unknown Sculptures
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.