Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

American, 1883-1960

Along with Raymond Loewy, Norman Bel Geddes, Henry Dreyfuss and others, Walter Dorwin Teague pioneered the field of industrial design in the early decades of the 20th century. In his designs for furniture and objects that ranged from table lamps to radios, Teague helped defined the Machine Age aesthetic — the streamlined style that was the American counterpart to the French Art Deco movement.

Teague grew up in rural Indiana, the son of a Methodist minister who was also a tailor. The young Teague was skilled at drawing, and in 1903, after finishing high school, he saved some money and moved to New York, where he took classes at the Art Students League. He later found success as a typographer and an advertisement illustrator. The look of ads in the early 20th century was so far superior to that of the actual products being promoted that manufacturers began consulting with illustrators like Teague about the styling of their goods. Teague’s aesthetic sensibilities were strongly shaped by a trip he had made to Europe in 1926, when he toured the Universal Exposition in Paris, buildings by Le Corbusier and a Bauhaus exhibition. On his return home, Teague founded an industrial-design consultancy. The following year, he won his first big client, Kodak, for whom he designed cameras, such as the famed Bantam Special, with its sleek, “speed line” detailing. His firm would go on to design such things as pavilions for the 1939 New York World’s Fair, rail coaches, gas stations, automobiles, corporate logos and a Boeing airliner.

Among collectors, Teague’s products designs are prized not so much for what they do as for what they represent: a moment when design took a hand in fostering a spirit of energy, optimism and progress. Objects such as his Kodak 1A Gift camera, with its Constructivist case and box, have a graphic punch that should find a place in many a vitrine. His 1930s glassware lines for Steuben still make a striking presence on the bar or the dinner table. The jewels among Teague collectibles are his 1939 Bakelite-shade table lamp for Polaroid (made before the firm began producing cameras) and his striking designs for the Sparton Radio Corporation, most notably the rare and stunning Bluebird model, with its circular glass and chrome frame. Prices for Teague’s work vary widely by medium, style and condition. But as you can see from these pages, the designs of Walter Dorwin Teague are emblems of both a time and a distinctive style. They are cynosures for any true collector.

Creator: Walter Dorwin Teague

1936 Sparton Model 557 "Sled" Cobalt Glass Deco Radio by Walter Dorwin Teague

$14,000Sale Price|20% Off

1936 Sparton Model 557 "Sled" Cobalt Glass Deco Radio by Walter Dorwin Teague

By Walter Dorwin Teague, Sparton

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The Sparton model 557 radio was designed by Walter Dorwin Teague for the Sparks-Worthington Company in Jackson, Michigan, in 1936. The radio, known as the "sled" or "3-knob," is cons...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Metal

Walter Bosse Austrian Art Deco Art Pottery Cupid Figure

$874

H 7.29 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in

Walter Bosse Austrian Art Deco Art Pottery Cupid Figure

By Walter Bosse

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and delightful Art Deco Austrian art pottery figure of a cupid by renowned Viennese artist, designer, ceramist, potter and metalworker Walter Bosse (Austrian, 1904-1979) and b...

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Terracotta

Rocking Horse by Walter Bosse

$187Sale Price|27% Off

H 1.58 in W 1.58 in D 0.4 in

Rocking Horse by Walter Bosse

By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller

Located in Wien, AT

Rocking horse by Walter Bosse Original condition.

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Brass

Bronze Statue by Charles Louchet, France, '1854-1936'

$3,524

H 20.36 in Dm 7.09 in

Bronze Statue by Charles Louchet, France, '1854-1936'

By Charles Louchet

Located in Delft, NL

A bronze statue by Charles Louchet, France (1854-1936) A standing female naked, looking up with her arms up. A beautiful graceful movement in bronze...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Chrome & Cobalt Blue Glass Candleholders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

$265 / set

H 2.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Art Deco Chrome & Cobalt Blue Glass Candleholders by Walter Von Nessen for Chase

By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.

Located in New York, NY

This stunning pair of Art Deco candleholders, designed by Walter Von Nessen for Chase in circa 1935, embodies the innovative elegance of Machine Age design. Von Nessen's work is cele...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Chrome

Giraffe by Walter Bosse around 1950s

$306

H 6.7 in W 1.58 in D 3.15 in

Giraffe by Walter Bosse around 1950s

By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller

Located in Wien, AT

Giraffe by Walter Bosse around 1950s Original condition

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Brass

'Il Tuffatore', Murano Glass Sculpture by Loredano Rosin '1936-1992', Signed

$4,698

H 16.54 in W 3.94 in D 13.39 in

'Il Tuffatore', Murano Glass Sculpture by Loredano Rosin '1936-1992', Signed

By Loredano Rosin

Located in Florence, Tuscany

Il Tuffatore is an important hand blown Murano glass sculpture by Loredano Rosin (1936-1992). Il Tuffatore, literally translated as, 'The Diver' is a Murano glass sculpture in deep g...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Walter Dorwin Teague Kodak Gift Camera #1A and Case

$1,500

H 2.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in

Walter Dorwin Teague Kodak Gift Camera #1A and Case

By Walter Dorwin Teague

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic Walter Dorwin Teague Kodak Art Deco camera with case. (model #1 A).

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1930s American Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Enamel, Metal

Art Deco Stylized Cat Door Stop by Walter Von Neesen for Chase, circa 1935

$1,180

H 8.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.75 in

Art Deco Stylized Cat Door Stop by Walter Von Neesen for Chase, circa 1935

Located in Buffalo, NY

Fabulous simple yet elegant design by Walter Von Neesen for Chase circa 1935. Brass & copper stylized in the form of a arching cat. Rare find. In excellent vintage condition with min...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Brass, Copper

Art Deco No. 1A Kodak Camera Box in Multicolor Enamel by Walter Dorwin Teague

$1,845

H 2.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in

Art Deco No. 1A Kodak Camera Box in Multicolor Enamel by Walter Dorwin Teague

By Walter Dorwin Teague

Located in New York, NY

This striking Art Deco Kodak No. 1A Gift Camera Box is a beautifully designed collector’s piece from circa 1930 by Walter Dorwin Teague, showcasing signature elements of the era’s bold aesthetic. Crafted with exquisite multicolor enamel accents and sleek polished nickel, the camera box embodies a fusion of elegance, functionality, and modern geometric design that defined the Art Deco movement. The hues of the piece resonate with staggering beauty and harmony, with a deep oxblood red hues in bold rectilinear shapes sumptuously paired with sienna and a partially concealed circle of vermillion crimson that anchors the more subdued tones with a bright and expressive contrast. Alongside the sleek polished nickel framework in stunning condition, this piece is notable for both material and conceptual design from the period, with a lovely ebonized finish on the side surfaces of the box. Designed not only as a practical photographic device but also as a statement of style, this Kodak camera box was marketed as a luxurious gift item. Whether treasured as a unique decorative object or a nostalgic nod to early 20th-century camera...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Enamel, Nickel

Vintage Swedish Kick Sled

$1,280Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 21 in D 59 in

Vintage Swedish Kick Sled

Located in South Salem, NY

This antique Swedish kick sled is a charming piece of history, boasting a vibrant red frame that exudes a rustic allure. A delightful touch of folk art adorns the seat with a heart-s...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Pine

Swedish Grace Art Deco Wall Relief, Copper, Scandinavian Modern, 1936

$2,666

H 12.21 in Dm 8.27 in

Swedish Grace Art Deco Wall Relief, Copper, Scandinavian Modern, 1936

Located in Stockholm, SE

Anonymous designer, Sweden, 1936 Signed R.M. 36

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Copper

Near Mint Kodak 1-A Gift Camera with Box and Manual by Walter Dorwin Teague

$2,500

H 2.5 in W 9.13 in D 4.75 in

Near Mint Kodak 1-A Gift Camera with Box and Manual by Walter Dorwin Teague

By Walter Dorwin Teague

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a rare 1930s Kodak 1-A gift camera designed by Walter Dorwin Teague, one of the great industrial designers of the machine age in America. Although this camera is rare, the be...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Metal, Enamel

Previously Available Items

Walter Dorwin Teague Kodak 1A Gift Camera and Original Boxes Art Deco 1930s

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H 2.5 in W 8.75 in D 4.5 in

Walter Dorwin Teague Kodak 1A Gift Camera and Original Boxes Art Deco 1930s

By Walter Dorwin Teague

Located in Atlanta, GA

Art Deco Model 1A Gift Camera and Original Boxes, designed by Walter Dorwin Teague for Kodak, American, circa 1930s. Rare to find with the original boxes.

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Walter Dorwin Teague Sculptures

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Metal

Walter Dorwin Teague sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Walter Dorwin Teague sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original sculptures by Walter Dorwin Teague were created in the Art Deco style in united states during the 1930s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Walter Von Nessen, Richmond Barthé, and Waylande Desantis Gregory. Prices for Walter Dorwin Teague sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,750 and can go as high as $1,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,750.

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