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Creator: Unknown
1950s Vintage Old Pond Boat Wood Sailboat
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Old Boat Pond Yacht 14.88 x 17 tall x 3.75 Original vintage condition unrestored presentation. See images provided.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood

6 Ropes by Alejandra Artizabal
Located in Geneve, CH
6 Ropes by Alejandra Artizabal Dimensions: 156 cm x 200 cm Materials: Fique - Furcraea andina .The plant is transformed manually into textiles and ropes and used in various applic...
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2010s Colombian Modern Unknown Sculptures

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Other

Incredible Pair of Found Objects Sculpture Panels After Louise Nevelson
Located in Atlanta, GA
A dramatic pair of sculptural Found Objects panels, circa 1970. Cream painted wood frame construction with a heavy plywood back. Varying sections comprised of intricately arranged vintage furniture parts, architectural salvage and wood letters...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

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Wood, Plywood

Andre Volten Attributed Large Brushed Steel Sculpture, 1980s, Netherlands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Brutalist sculpture, attributed to André Volten (1925–2002) who was one of the most important Dutch sculptors after 1945. He was co-founder of th...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Unknown Sculptures

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Steel

1950s Ebony Elephant, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
1950s EBONY ELEPHANT DECORATIVE ELEPHANT FROM THE 50'S IN EBONY AND BONE . MEASURES: 28 CM HIGH good condition.
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20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bone

Roman Marble Trapezophorus circa 1st-2nd Century A.D
Located in Madrid, ES
A Roman marble trapezophorus in the Form of a Barbarian Dacian young figure. Circa 1st-2nd century A.D. Measure: height 24 1/4 inches (62 cm). Property from Mr. Radu Moldovan, Skokie, Illinois Provenance: B.C. Holland Gallery...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Unknown Sculptures

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Marble

Industrial Robot Scale Design Model Desk Sculpture, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An Industrial robot made in the 1970s. This unique object was traditionally an exercise given to a novice machinist to test their knowledge and skill at operating their machine. It r...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

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Metal

CLOSING SALE - 2 Quartz Flames Carved from Natural Specimens
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLOSING SALE - 2 Quartz Flames Carved from Natural Specimens ***NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY*** This is a set of two quart flame sculptures. The golden-yellow ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Organic Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Striking & Hand Carved, Stylized Wooden Art Deco Nude Female Sculpture Bookends
Located in Lisse, NL
Impressive and highly stylish female bookends, hand carved out nutwood. The artist who handcarved these wonderfully stylized, sitting female bookends has perfectly captured the natu...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Nutwood

African Folk Art Hand Carved Sculpture Fork and Spoon
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand carved African tribal wood carved sculpture of a men and women, Africa tribal Art Decor. Kenyan tribal sculpture featuring an elongated standing man and women with a crown and metal choker. Very simple modern look carved ethnic sculpture...
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20th Century Kenyan Folk Art Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Sculpture FUNGHI 18 by Zanellazine Ceramics
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpture FUNGHI 18 by Zanellazine Ceramics Dimensions: W 13 x D 6 x H 40 cm Materials: Red clay, Turquoise semi-refractorie clay, White fireclay. About: Giovanna Zighetti, ceramis...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Iuxta Bronze Sculpture by Gardeco Objects
Located in Geneve, CH
Iuxta Bronze Sculpture by Gardeco Objects Limited Edition Of 75 Pieces. Designed by Guy Buseyne. Dimensions: D 18 x W 22 x H 77 cm. Materials: Bronze. Iuxta – a wonderful name for a...
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2010s Belgian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Light 50 Stoneware Sculpture by Laura Pasquino
Located in Geneve, CH
Light 50 Stoneware Sculpture by Laura Pasquino One of a kind Dimensions: D 25 x H 25 cm Material: White and beige stoneware, glaze. Laura Pasquino Incorporating references from anci...
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Italian Murano Glass Bull Sculpture by Franco Bottaro
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Italian Murano glass large bull sculpture by Franco Bottaro. Hand blown with clear and smoky glass. Signed Bottaro Murano. Measurements: 11.5” Wide, 5.5” Deep, 8.25” High.
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Taupe-Gray Vintage Owl Sculpture by Cristina Puell, signed on back-CLOSING SALE
Located in Warrenton, OR
Taupe-Gray Vintage Owl Sculpture by Cristina Puell, signed on back-CLOSING SALE *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** This is a scu...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Other

'Sculpture 0002' - High-Fired Clay Biomorphic Sculpture by David Nobaru
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Discover the contemporary elegance of 'Sculpture 0002,' a high-fired clay biomorphic sculpture by Spanish artist David Nobaru. Created in 2020, this unique piece exemplifies Nobaru's...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Stunning heavy 20th Century Greek Tortoise Bronze Figure 1960s, Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful heavy Bronze turtle from the 20th century, wonderful light brown patina, very detailed. This bronze turtle is beautifully crafted, it is finely executed, especially in the ...
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1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Copper, Iron

Vintage French Lucite And Brass Embedded Brass Clock Parts Ball Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
What a great piece for a man's desk or cocktail table is this vintage French Lucite and brass embedded round ball sculpture. Many brass parts of gears and clock parts...
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1960s French Machine Age Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Bust of Antinous Carved on White Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Bust of antinous carved on white Carrara marble early 20th century. Placed on a turned base in red Levanzo marble. Measures: 35 x 20 x 12cm. Perfect condition for the age.
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

8.5 Inch Multi-Color Murano Glass Fish Sculpture - CLOSING SALE
Located in Warrenton, OR
8.5 Inch Multi-Color Murano Glass Fish Sculpture. CLOSING SALE ***NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY*** This tall, colorful fish is approximately 8.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 inch...
Category

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

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Modernist Art Deco Statue of a Child Made of Carrara Marble
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful marble bust of a young child. This statue is hand cut from Carrara marble. This statue dates from circa 1930, from the modernist Art Deco period. The beautiful, smooth fa...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

VITA Vessel by Dust and Form
Located in Geneve, CH
Vita Vessel by Dust and Form Dimensions: W 20.3 x D 20.3 x 23 H cm Materials: Plaster, finished in a Satin Ivory glaze both inside and out. This vessel is watertight and functional...
Category

2010s American Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

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

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....
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Coexist Ground Decorative Object by Secondome Edizioni
Located in Geneve, CH
Coexist Ground Decorative Object by Secondome Edizioni Limited Edition Of 30 Pieces + 3 A.P. Designer: Gio Tirotto. Dimensions: D 30 x W 32 x H 38 cm. Materials: Handblown glass and...
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Bear Statue Desktop Accessory German Antique
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 1890s black forest Brienz wood carved desktop accessory in form of a Bear. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk. Made of hand...
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1890s German Black Forest Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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

19th Century Brienz Black Forest Carved Bear with Thermometer, ca. 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic late 1900s Black Forest Brienz work of art. This hand carved bear sculpture is a great example of the Black Forest craftsmanship in ...
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Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Large Antique Silver Plated Pheasant Sculptures with Articulated Wings
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of large antique exotic bird or pheasant sculptures were done by artist G. Vivaldi of Italy in approximately 1920 in a Victorian style. The sculptures are composed of silve...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian High Victorian Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

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...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal

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. CLOSING SALE ***NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF...
Category

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

Materials

Plastic, Bakelite

Nolita Suspended Swing Sculpture by STUDIO SOL LECCIA
Located in Geneve, CH
Nolita Suspended Swing Sculpture by STUDIO SOL LECCIA Dimensions: W 30.5 x H 105 cm Other dimensions available: W 27 x H 82 cm Materials: Powder coated metal and polypropylene rope...
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Like In Water Wall Sculpture by Dora Stanczel
Located in Geneve, CH
Like In Water Wall Sculpture by Dora Stanczel One of a Kind. Dimensions: D 10 x W 26 x H 43 cm. Materials: Porcelain, metal and gold. I create bespoke and luxurious porcelain pieces...
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2010s French Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold

Large Cast Aluminum Hippo Sculpture by David Parkin, 1970s
By Jonathan Adler, Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Large cast aluminum hippo sculpture by David Parkin, 1970s. Sandcast aluminum in editions of 450, Parkin's table-size animal sculptures of the “Nature of the Beast” collection was so...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Nicola Tassie, 'Samian' Totem
Located in London, GB
2023 Glazed stoneware, enamel in 2 parts H131 cm
Category

2010s Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Beautiful Lobster Sculpture Nickeled Metal, Vintage, Italy, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This nickel plated metal lobster statue was most likely made in the 1980s in Italy. Can not tell the maker or the artist. This particular lobster statue ...
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Museum Quality Arts & Crafts Oak Crucifix w Stylished Bronze Sculpture of Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique Arts & Crafts / Jugendstil table or altar crucifix and a wonderful work of religious art. For us the most powerful statement will always be 'the truth will set you free'. It ...
Category

Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Plaster of Paris and Resin Red Abstract Totem Floor Indoor Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This monumental and arresting abstract tall life-size floor sculpture is a mixed-media of plaster of pairs over molded fiberglass with red rub paint. It rotates and pivots from side ...
Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Fiberglass, Plaster, Paint

Louise Nevelson Style Dimensional Signed Wood Box Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing and intricate carved wood box sculpture that stands tabletop is signed and dated. The signature is not terribly legible but is dated 1996. It is in the style of Louise Nevelson. The box opens to geometric and raised forms that are dimensional. It bridges Folk Art, Tramp Art and modern art all in one. As you can see from the photos it folds up like a small suitcase...
Category

1990s American Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Flint II Sculpture by Pol Quadens
Located in Geneve, CH
Flint II Sculpture by Pol Quadens Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 90 x W 140 x H 450 cm. Materials: Polished stainless steel. Pol Quadens was born in Brussel...
Category

2010s Belgian Post-Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Brass Fish Sculpture, Andre Bloc?
Located in Warrenton, OR
MCM / Vintage Brass Fish Sculpture. Could this be an Andre Bloc piece? *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** We really like...
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Very impressive 19th Century solid silver antique German model of a Ship
Located in Madrid, ES
Very impressive 19th century solid silver antique German model of a ship, named "Nef" in the renaissance style, impressively large and highly deta...
Category

19th Century German Baroque Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Silver

19th Century Original White Painted Large Iron Rooster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century original white painted iron rooster garden ornament or could work as a large oversized door stop. Fantastic form and surface.
Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Iron

‎Life-Size Italian Boxer Dog Terracotta Ceramic Statue Figurine Vintage, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s Italian Boxer Majolica dog statue figurine. Nice addition to your room or entry hall. It is approx. 28.75" high, 18.5" wide and 8 inches deep. Made of Majolica ce...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta

Mid-Century Modern Taupe-Gray Owl Sculpture by Cristina Puell, Signed on Back
Located in Warrenton, OR
Mid-Century Modern Taupe-Gray Owl Sculpture by Cristina Puell, Signed on Back CLOSING SALE *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** This is a very handsome sculp...
Category

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

Materials

Cast Stone, Other

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...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Hand Carved Marble Bucking Rodeo Horse & Alabaster Light Table Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylized and finest quality carved, bronco horse table lamp. All handcrafted out of natural materials only, this rare bucking horse table lamp is a marvelous work of art in the dayt...
Category

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

Materials

Marble, Alabaster

Italian Sculpture Bronze " Lovers " 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian Sculpture Bronze " Lovers " 20th Century base wood: 9cm x 11cm sculture bronze: 20cm total: 37cm very good condition
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20th Century Italian Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

AMAZING PAIR OF PORTUGUESE CORBELS 19th century
Located in Madrid, ES
PAIR OF CORBELS 19th century Portuguese brown wood Profuse decoration with plant motifs. Dim.: 38 x 31 cm good state
Category

19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Gothic Revival Gilt Bronze Dragon Andirons or Firedogs / Fireplace Tools
Located in Lisse, NL
Imagine these in your fireplace with the flames burning on all sides. These beautifully and all handcrafted, large and fire-gilt bronze andirons are made to stand in your fireplace ...
Category

Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Unknown Sculptures

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Bronze, Wrought Iron, Iron

This Is Not Self Portrait Sculpture by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
This is not a self portrait sculpture by Thomas Dariel Dimensions: D 24 x W 26.5 x H 63 cm Materials: Solid plaster sculpture wrapped in elastic band color paint finish, accent ri...
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2010s French Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Plastic, Plaster

20th Century Brazilian Crystal Amethyst Geode Specimen
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This stunning and sculptural amethyst geode were found in Brazil, where many of the world's most precious and exquisite gems are mined. It feature unfinished back showcasing the exte...
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst

Antique Adjustable Dressmaker Curvy Mannequin , Austria, 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking originally used by Austrian tailors and dressmakers for draping, alterations, and creating the latest fashion, this vintage dressmaker mannequin...
Category

1890s Austrian Folk Art Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Abstract Stone Sculpture by Unknown Artist from Japan
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A stone object of unknown author from Japan. The stone is carved and polished. Very attractive shape and high quality nice work.
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

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...
Category

Early 20th Century European Gothic Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit It features a rabbit with an umbrella and its offspring. Origin: Portugal, circa 1930. Material: silver. Stamped on the base: 833 silver and bearin...
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Early 1900s Portuguese Other Antique Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Han Dynasty Green Glazed Archers Watch Tower Oxford TL Tested
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental Pottery Watch Tower in Green Glaze; Han Dynasty (2016 BC -AD 220) Earthenware three-storied pavilion from the Eastern Han Dynasty. Each of the...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Unknown Sculptures

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Terracotta

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
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