Sculpture Plaque by Michael Schilkin, 1957
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A cast iron sculpture plaque depicting a walking polar bear, signed and dated SCHILKIN '57.
1950s Vintage Finnish Decorative Objects
Metal
Sculpture Plaque by Michael Schilkin, 1957
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A cast iron sculpture plaque depicting a walking polar bear, signed and dated SCHILKIN '57.
Metal
Stoneware Vessel by Francesca Lindh for Arabia
By Arabia
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern hand-thrown, studio-made footed stoneware vessel with a rustic and textured glaze. Made by Arabia in Finland, 1960s. Base diameter is 4.25".
Stoneware
Unique Sculpture, Made by Toini Muona, Finland, 1960s-Early 1970s
By Toini Muona
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique Sculpture, made by Toini Muona, Finland. 1960s/Early 1970s Stoneware with a metallic glaze. Support of limestone and porcelain. Measurements: H: 21 cm/ 8 1/4" D: 12 cm/ 4 3/4"
Limestone
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