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Creator: Unknown
1900s Decorative Antique Brass Fish Lock Korea
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1900s fish lock from Korea likely decorated a lacquered chest cabinet offering a splash of golden brass.
4.5 tall x 7.5 w x 1.5 thick
Original preowned vintage condition.
See all ima...
Category
Early 20th Century Korean Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Unique Heme Form by Dust and Form
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique heme form by Dust and Form
Dimensions: D 16.5 x 5 H cm
Materials: Porcelain
Origin Form Collection in three finishes: Hand-sanded (our Classic, smooth, bare finish) Ivory...
Category
2010s American Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$524 / item
Vintage Pop Art Coca- Cola Bottle Embedded Lucite Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This pop art vintage lucite sculpture is a coca cola small bottle encased and embedded in a lucite column. The bottle is floating and was neve...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Lucite
$671 Sale Price
25% Off
Unda Form Sculpture by Dust and Form
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda Form sculpture by Dust and Form
Dimensions: D 27 x W 25 x H 12 cm
Materials: vermont imperial Danby marble
In Latin, the word “unda” is used to describe water, specifically...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Marble
$4,980 / item
Ancient Egyptian Faience Ushabti Figure, c. 700-30 B.C.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive Ancient Egyptian Faience Ushabti figure, belonging to the c. 700-30 B.C. It consists of a molded pottery having a green glazed surface. The figure is wearing a royal wi...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Antique Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Bent Metal Table with Wood Legs in the Trompe L'oeil Style of John Dickinson
Located in Bronx, NY
Bent Metal Table with Wood Legs in the Trompe L'oeil Style of John Dickinson
A truly unique and original console table crafted from solid wood and be...
Category
2010s American Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Clay Sink by Studio Loho
Located in Geneve, CH
Clay sink by Studio Loho
Dimensions: D 40 x H 15 cm
Materials: clay.
Available in 3 models: round sink, oval sink and sink on structure.
Due to the producti...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Clay
$4,065 / item
Large High Clay Bathtub by Studio Loho
Located in Geneve, CH
Large High clay bathtub by Studio Loho
Dimensions: D 90 x W 160 x H 53 cm
Materials: Clay
Other colors and raw or smooth exteriors available.
Available in 4 sizes: W 160 x H 42(Large), W 160 x H 53(Large High), W 180 x H 42(X-Large), W 190 x H 53(X-Large High)
The baths are entirely made of clay and are available in a wide range of colors or can be produced bespoke. The exterior of the clay can be raw or smooth according to preference, the interior of the baths is finished with a layer of smooth, silky lime plaster for maximum comfort. Due to the production process every piece is unique in size and form.
Studio LoHo is a Belgian design office located in Bruges, Belgium. Founded in the autumn of 2017 by Karel Loontiens and Jo Hoeven, the studio focused from the beginning on high-end bespoke interior projects which forms an ideal matrix for product - and material design that is both innovative and durable.
In current times there’s no more room for influx of disposable products, it is our studio’s goal to strive for design that will last and will be cherished for multiple generations.
The introduction of the first collection “clay series” fully articulated the DNA of the newborn Studio and led to their international breakthrough. The appreciation of materials reflects their unique view on interior design with a strong and recognizable signature. Soon after, the collection was expanded on request by other architects and designers with new sinks...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Clay
$17,800 / item
1930 Bruno Tornati Cacciapuoti Italian Art Deco Sculpture Greyhound
Located in Brescia, IT
"Greyhounds"
Bruno Tornati
Italy, 1930
Silvered Earthenware
Black tinted wood base
"Returned" signed
Excellent condiction
Sculpture in perfect condition.
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Set of 3 Small Decorative Brass Owls
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This set of 3 small decorative owls is made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Ceramic White and Yellow Cockatiel Bird Figurine, Brazil
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite ceramic table sculpture was created in Brazil. Made of ceramic, and glazed in crisp white, yellow, and brown, this MCM sculpture of a Cockatiel ...
Category
20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
$120 Sale Price
20% Off
Black Glass Mannequin Head Sculpture, 1970s German Decorative Design
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This life-size black glass head sculpture exudes a sleek and striking aesthetic, crafted in Germany during the 1970s. Its glossy finish enhances the deep black hue, creating a bold s...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Petite Sculpture by Chandler McLellan
Located in Geneve, CH
Petite Sculpture by Chandler McLellan
Dimensions: D 7.5 x W 10.2 x H 30.5 cm.
Materials: Walnut.
Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the bottom of the base. Wood grain will v...
Category
2010s American Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
$881 / item
Torn Human Head Sculpture in Brutalist Style Signed E.D. 71
Located in Rome, IT
This sculpture is made of pottery and represents a human head torn by an ax stroke, which makes the wound bleed. The blood flows into the right side of the face and reaches the eye.
Category
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Andrea sadek money and ball ceramic statue
Located in Cordova, SC
In great condition
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Artefacto 01 by Federico Stefanovich
Located in Geneve, CH
Artefacto 01 by Federico Stefanovich
Dimensions: D 17 x W 55 x H 30 cm.
Material: Brass.
Federico Stefanovich presents himself as a designer of furniture, accessories and lighting, ...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$1,429 / item
Circle Of Love Bronze Sculpture by Gardeco Objects
Located in Geneve, CH
Circle Of Love Bronze Sculpture by Gardeco Objects
Limited Edition Of 49 Pieces.
Designed by Guy Buseyne.
Dimensions: D 79 x W 17 x H 86 cm.
Base: D 40 x W 17 x H 2 cm.
Materials: Br...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$28,202 / item
Wooden Zodiac Sagittarius Wall Plaque Relief Brutalist Midcentury, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful wooden wall plaque relief sign, made in the Brutalist style in Germany in the 1970s. This is a wonderful Zodiac sign. This can be used as a Wall decoration or as a decorati...
Category
1970s German Brutalist Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Plywood
Another Kingdom Chess Set by Taras Yoom
Located in Geneve, CH
Another Kingdom Chess Set by Taras Yoom
Limited Edition of 21
Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 8 cm
Materials: Metal, plastic, acrylic, wood, silicone.
Chess set “Another Kingdom: Light ...
Category
2010s Russian Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Metal
$14,426 / item
Wooden Zodiac Gemini Wall Plaque Relief Brutalist Midcentury, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful wooden wall plaque relief sign, made in the Brutalist style in Germany in the 1970s. This is a wonderful Zodiac sign. This can be used as a Wall decoration or as a decorati...
Category
1970s German Brutalist Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Plywood
Luce Contemporary Sculpture, 2017
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Contemporary sculpture 'Untitled' by the artist Luce from 2017.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Materials:
C...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Clay
$1,459 Sale Price
30% Off
Otero Wall Sculpture by Aura Carpio
Located in Geneve, CH
Otero Wall Sculpture by Aura Carpio
Dimensions: W 100 x D 12 x H 250 cm.
Materials: Copper.
Weight: 12 Kg.
Aura Carpio® (CDMX). Mexican industrial designer graduated and graduated f...
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Copper
$11,926 / item
1940s Art Nouveau Borzoi / Russian Wolfhound Figurine, Don Manning, marked USA
Located in Warrenton, OR
1940s Art Nouveau Borzoi / Russian Wolfhound Figurine, Don Manning, marked USA on back paw.
UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying throu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Plastic, Bakelite
Trio of Lucite Sculptures Signed & Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic trio of Lucite sculptures with geometric shapes designed and manufactured by a Los Angeles artist and signed "Henry" 2017.
The pieces are beautifully executed, the inlaid ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
$1,895 / set
Traditional Religious Turned Jesus Christ Wooden Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century turned Jesus Christ figure of made of wood. Made in Olot, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patin...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$982 Sale Price
50% Off
Five Inch Crystal Cluster Natural Specimen - Number 5
Located in Warrenton, OR
Five Inch Crystal Cluster Natural Specimen - Number 5
UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying through the end of the year.
This crystal cluster specimen measures ab...
Category
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Crystal, Other
$145 Sale Price
27% Off
PAIR OF ENGLISH STAFFORDSHIRE DOGS 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
PAIR OF ENGLISH STAFFORDSHIRE DOGS 19th Century
Earthenware
English in molded, relief and gilded ceramics.
Wear on the gold.
Height: 38 cm.
good conditions for the time
Category
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
$876 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Sculptural Brass Tape Dispenser or Tape Holder Modernist
Located in North Miami, FL
Machine Age meets modern in this vintage sleek and sculptural large brass tape dispenser and holder. It is great from all angles and a wonderful d...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Crystal Geode Natural Specimen with Druzy & Focal Center Crystal
Located in Warrenton, OR
Crystal Geode Natural Specimen with Druzy & Focal Center Crystal
This small, beautiful geode offers quite a sparkle--one could almost make a pendant of it.
It measures approximatel...
Category
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Agate, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Other
Large Chinese Carved Sculpture of Shou Xing God of Wisdom and Longevity
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning Chinese sculpture of Shou Xing God of Wisdom and Longevity.
Richly carved in organic burl wood.
circa 1960s.
Measure: 45.5" High.
X.
Category
1960s Chinese Organic Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Burl
$2,560 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20Thc Cast Iron Hubley Cat Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20Thc Cast iron Hubley cat door stop in good condition.The hand painted eyes.This is a very heavy doorstop.
Category
1920s American Adirondack Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Iron
$772 Sale Price
20% Off
Unique Mosi Sculptural Sidetable by Marthine Spinnangr
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique MOSI sculptural sidetable by Marthine Spinnangr
One of a Kind
Dimensions: D 28 x W 24 x H 48 cm
Materials: Ceramic
Different glaze types available
MOSI is inspired by a morf sketch process inspired by nature walks and human poses to capture an aliveness in the expression. The name MOSI is inspired by the moss that surrounded the trails on by the lakes, sea and mountain...
Category
2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Guscio Bowl by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Guscio Bowl by Imperfettolab
Limited Edition
Dimensions: 114 x 54 x H 7
Materials: Fiberglass.
Imperfetto Lab
Who we are ? We are a family.
Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
$917 / item
Modernist Abstract Bird Sculpture Sterling Silver and Stone
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modernist Bird Sculpture Sterling Silver and Stone
signed
2.75 h x 1.75 w x 3.75 d
Preowned original vintage condition
See all images fo...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Sterling Silver
Green Armando Rosato’s 1977 Carrara Marble Masterpiece
Located in Oirlo, LI
This stunning Carrara marble sculpture, crafted by the renowned artist Armando Rosato in 1977, is a testament to his mastery in hand-carved marble artistry. The piece seamlessly blen...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Silvered Bronze Duck
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice duck, finely chiseled is made of silvered bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1970 (Part of a set of 3 ducks that can be sold separately)
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$1,489
Rare Gramophone Made for the Gramophone Exhibition in Seville in 1925
Located in Madrid, ES
A very unique and rare gramophone made by a Seville jewller for the Gramophone Exhibition in Seville in 1925 in wich was awarded with a silver medal.It was...
Category
20th Century Spanish Islamic Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Bowl Shape Oak Vase by Applicata
Located in Geneve, CH
Bowl Shape Oak Vase by Applicata
Dimensions: D 13 x W 13 x H 14 cm
Materials: Oak.
Available in Ball, Cone, and Bowl shape.
Available in oak, smoked oak, and black stained oak.
The...
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Oak
$238 / item
Art Nouveau Dante Alighieri Bust Antique Italy, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Art Nouveau bronzed colored plaster bust. Bust with lots of patina, damages, as found condition, this adds lots of character to the item. A nice addition in every living ro...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Crystal Cluster Natural Specimen - Number 1
Located in Warrenton, OR
Crystal Cluster Natural Specimen - Number 1
This crystal cluster specimen measures about 4 x 2.5 x 1.25 inches.
Please note:
Natural crystals and geodes may shed tiny pieces over t...
Category
20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Other
Looking for Equilibrium Sculpture by MCB Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Looking for Equilibrium Sculpture by MCB Ceramics
Unique piece.
Dimensions: D 20 x H 55 cm.
Materials: Ceramic.
Numerated and signed by the artist.
All ...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$1,370 / item
beautiful Cute Nickel Crab Sculpture Figure Statue Metal, Vintage, Italy, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This nickel plated metal crab statue was most likely made in the 1980s in Italy. Can not tell the maker or the artist and it is not signed. This particular...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Early 20Thc Original Hubley Bank Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc Hubley Boston Terrier dog door stop / bank.The paint is very good and fine condition.
Category
Early 1900s American Adirondack Antique Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Iron
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
1980 Giant Advertising Vintage Wood Black Paintbrush
Located in Brescia, IT
Giant Paintbrush
1980
Black Laquered Wood, Aluminum and Bristles
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
1930s Metal Dog, St. Bernard, Mastiff Type, or Retriever Type. Solid.
Located in Warrenton, OR
1930s Metal Dog, St. Bernard, Mastiff Type, or Retriever Type. Solid.
UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying through the end of the year.
This very handsome guardia...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Metal
French Antique Stately Bronze Napoleon on Prancing Horse Sculpture, Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted. Practical size sculpture of imperator Napoleon Bonaparte.
If you are a collector of good quality antiques having to do with (French) historical figures then this rare a...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Shadow #3 Porcelain Sculpture by Laura Pasquino
Located in Geneve, CH
Shadow #3 Porcelain Sculpture by Laura Pasquino
One of a kind
Dimensions: D 42 x H 40 cm
Material: White porcelain, glaze inside.
Laura Pasquino
Incorporating references from ancie...
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$5,004 / item
Tall Silvered Bronze Duck
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
Set of three silvered bronze ducks finely chiseled. French work. Circa 1970 (Each duck can be sold separately)
Category
1970s French Neoclassical Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Impressive Large Forged Wrought Iron Four-Light Chandelier w. Phoenix Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Amazing and skillfully hand-crafted, Gothic art wrought iron pendant.
This artistically designed and outstandingly executed, thick wrought iron chandelier is in excellent condition and it comes with stunning and mint phoenix sculptures...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Two Antique Hand-Painted Wooden Duck Figures, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two hand-painted antique figures of two ducks made of wood. Made by unknown manufacturer in Barcelona, Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consiste...
Category
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$589 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Clear Glass Mannequin Head Sculpture, 1970s German Decorative Design
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This life-size clear glass head sculpture offers a timeless and versatile design, handcrafted in Germany during the 1970s. Featuring a slightly textured surface, it reflects light be...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Two Large Tall Architectural Garden Stone Concrete Horse Busts, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of two cast concrete stone horse busts. Such a wonderful way to add a regal look to an entryway. (Or perhaps even a driveway.) Each piece depicts the bust of a horse with a flowing mane. Each sits upon a small square base.
We also have large concrete lions...
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
$2,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Monumental Wall Sculpture by Daniel Schneiger.
Located in Geneve, CH
Monumental Wall Sculpture by Daniel Schneiger.
Dimensions: D25 x W 185 x H 111 cm.
Materials: Plaster
Daniel Schneiger Wall sculptures are hand-crafted from a combination of materia...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
$26,230 / item
Set of Three Elegant Mid-Century Hand Carved Oak, Wenge, and Horn Storks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand carved storks, sold as a set of 3. Wenge stork with teak base measures 4.125 x 27.875 x 16.375". Oak stork with marble eye measures 3.875 x 3.375 x 20....
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Bronze nude Sculpture by Tito Obici 1800
Located in Milano, MI
Bronze statue by Tito Obici, late 1800s
Ø 12 cm h 29 cm
Excellent conditions.
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$652 Sale Price
20% Off
Nuragic Bronze Warrior Figurine Sculpture Sardinian Bronze Age Style Italy 1960s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking bronze represents a four-armed warrior in the style of Sardinian Bronze Age figures, known as "bronzetti."
Crafted in the 1960s in Italy, the figure exudes a unique pa...
Category
1960s Italian Brutalist Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Philip H. Darling Massive New York Abstract Modern Bronze Sculpture 1960s
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Handmade soldered bronze sculpture created by Philip H. Darling of Long Island, New York, circa 1960's. Sculpture measures 34" by 16" by 7" and is signed P.H. Darling. In very good ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$2,655 Sale Price
27% Off
Rarest Carved Oak Art Deco Chandelier Pendant w. Six Woodpecker Bird Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique and one of a kind, seven-light hand carved wooden stylish sculptural chandelier.
With early 20th century lighting being one of our specialities we always love finding pendants and chandeliers that we have never seen before and of which we know beforehand we will never find another one again either. This unique and all hand carved out of solid oak Berlin Art Deco light fixture with a Gothic look and feel is another one of those rare finds. With six hand carved woodpecker sculptures...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Decorative Glass Case from the 1930s with a Pair of Taxidermy Pheasants.
Located in Lejre, DK
This decorative glass case from the 1930s is a stunning display piece that adds a touch of vintage elegance to any interior. Featuring a pair of taxidermy pheasants, it captures the ...
Category
1930s Danish Other Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Wood
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Architectural Pottery Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A true testament to mid-century modern artistry, this vintage glazed ceramic sculpture features a bold, architectural form with striking geometric cutouts and dynamic negative space....
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Unknown sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
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