Sculptures

Wonderful mid twentieth century table lamp with a carved tropical island scene. Over the decades we have sold a number of rare, great looking and meaningful tropical and exotic inspired light fixtures, but this sculptural table lamp is certainly one of the more unusual ones. The circular wooden body, the warm grain of the wood and the beautifully carved translucent decorative panel together create a striking and highly decorative midcentury design. The front panel shows a romantic tropical island scene with palm trees, a small boat and a sunset-like landscape. Even with the light switched off, the carved scene has a wonderful natural depth and character. However, when the lamp is switched on, the entire scene comes to life and the warm light shining through the translucent panel creates a beautiful and atmospheric effect. It makes this lamp both a practical light source and a decorative object with real presence. The combination of the rounded wooden frame, the stepped base and the illuminated tropical view gives this piece a charming midcentury holiday feel. It would look wonderful on a side table, console, desk, bedside table or in a relaxed interior where one unique and warm accent piece can make all the difference. This lamp is in very good condition with only minor wear consistent with age and use. The socket and wiring can of course be checked and professionally prepared for safe usage before shipping. If you like the uniqueness, the quality, the warm design and the wonderful atmosphere of this midcentury tropical table lamp...

Add a bit of whimsy to your interior with this adorable seated woven rattan & water hyacinth monkey attributed to Mario Lopez Torres.

This refined modernist neoclassical sculpture was realized in Germany. The piece depicts a bacchanal featuring Greek goddesses; young cherubic children; and even a bear, executed in ...

The " Cortina " screen by Sebastiano Bottos is a geometric piece of furniture handcrafted by assembling extroflexed pine wood elements, the result of an innovating working process th...

An extremely large and beautifully preserved fossilised tooth that once lined the mouth of the infamous prehistoric shark, the Megalodon (Carcharocles megalodon). Measuring over 6 in...

A beautiful sculpture featured with three well formed hands around a face connected at the wooden statue in deep blue glaze with nuances to the green. The handcrafted sculpture is fr...

This is a pair of vintage Art Deco figures. A German, cellulose and gilt metal decorative statuette, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Delightful pair of Aphrodite figures with fine Art Deco taste Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Cellulose form presents a wonderful creamy hue Quality gilt metal offers deep tonality to the costume forms Standing upon circular marble socles and dressed with green baize Engraved in the manner of Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss...

French School Patinated Bronze Dachshund Sculpture This finely cast French School patinated bronze dachshund sculpture beautifully captures the breed’s signature charm and elegance. Expertly cast in bronze with a rich dark patina, this work highlights remarkable detail, from the dachshund’s expressive eyes and floppy ears to the sleek contours of its elongated body and poised stance. The smooth yet subtly textured surface enhances its lifelike quality, making it a captivating decorative sculpture. Standing 9.75 inches high, 17 inches wide, and 5 inches deep, this substantial bronze piece has a commanding presence while maintaining a refined and understated elegance. The artist’s attention to anatomical accuracy and naturalistic posture makes it an excellent representation of the beloved breed. Ideal for dog enthusiasts, collectors of fine bronzes, or admirers of French animalier sculpture...

Giorgio Rastelli (born in 1940 in Milan) is an Italian sculptor renowned for his colorful and playful sculptures. After studying at the Brera Academy, he developed a distinctive arti...

This dazzling, iridescent ammonite fossil is a spectacular natural masterpiece dating to the Late Cretaceous, around 75 million years ago. This specimen was discovered in the renowne...

Set of three decorative miniature figurines dating to approximately the 1960s. These charming vintage pieces are crafted from metal, possibly brass, and display an attractive aged pa...

Extra large crystal sailboat sculpture by Daum, France, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 9.5"W x 5.5"D x 20.5"H. The scu...

Hand-Carved African Head Sculpture in Patinated Wood – Mid-Century Decorative Piece Description: This is a wooden sculpture representing an Afr...

Small Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940-1950.

Using entirely found and collected steel objects, this sculpture shows the beauty of repurposed steel. Meticulously crafted, artist Jim Rose was a master welder as well as artistic c...

1970s Pablo Zabal Chile decorative porcelain bull. With insert for use as a candle holder. Signed on base: Pablo Zabal Chile. Diameter: ca. 28cm. Height:...

A magnificent cross-section from the famed pallasite meteorite, Seymchan, recovered in the Russian far east, and revealing the honeycomb-like structure characteristic of pallasites. ...

A modernist abstract figurative sculpture, made of brass. We believe it can be the Torso of Venus the goddess of love, beauty, desire, fertility and pro...

Sculpture of cupid by Eutrope Bouret (1833-1906). This is a fantastic sculpture created in Paris France during the Napoleon III period, by Eutrope Bouret, back in 1860-1870. The scu...

A striking Venetian fish sculpture in hand-blown Murano glass, crafted on the island of Murano, Italy, circa 1970s. This elegant decorative piece features a vibrant combination of pu...

'Cavalier Arabe'  (Arab Huntsman on Horseback) After Alfred Barye  Alfred Barye (1839–1882) A magnificent 20th-century posthumous casting of "Cavalier Arabe" (Arab Huntsman on Horseb...

AAA Madeira Citrine Geode ▫️ Description As we say in Brazil, "Fora de Série" ("Out of the Series"), meaning something not produced on a large scale and cannot be replicated—this is...

Unusual Kinetic table sounding sculpture by artist William Bowie (1926-1994), Bowie was a New York artist that made metal sculptures in the 1950s and 1960s. 10 rods with arrowhead ty...

An exceptional malachite from Democratic Republic of the Congo, this piece captivates with its intense deep green color and extraordinary velvet texture. Its rich surface is alive wi...

Amethyst Geode Portal with Natural Amethyst Bridge and Golden Goethite Inclusions – Statement Piece for Luxury Décor or Mineral Collection ▫️ Description A rare and exceptional Ame...

Beautiful antique wooden Corpus Christi (body of Christ) statue, sculpture, from around the beginning of the 18th century probably Flemish Beautiful wood carving and polychrome (pai...

Design inspired on an artwork by Salvador Dali´: Interpretation project for a stable-library, 1942 Stuffed lamb, elaborated with a technique by a taxidermist. Drawer and table top in...

This is a charming small bronze sculpture of a bathing cat. We are attributing the bronze to a French origin. The bottom of the bronze has been covered in felt to protect from scratc...

Vivian Alexander egg-form purse from the Forbes Collection limited edition of 100 after the original Faberge imperial lilies of the valley egg. 7 3/4 inches tall. Pink toned guilloc...

Neuropteris Species Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs old apx, 10 Inch. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is ...

Decorative fresh water turtle shell professionally mounted on genuine coral base, the shell cleaned and seal with clear protective satin finish. Beautifu...

The elegant features of the young Antinous, a favorite of beloved Roman emperor Hadrian, are masterfully captured with exceptional richness in this plaster bust of the ancient Greek hero...

An imposing decorative sculpture of a female torso, crafted from resin with a stone-like finish, inspired by the iconic Venus of Samothrace and classical Hellenistic sculpture. The p...

An elegant pair of cat sculptures crafted from patinated bronze, inspired by depictions of Bastet, the ancient feline goddess of Pharaonic Egypt. The figures are distinguished by the...

A wonderfully cast example of the Dancing Faun of Pompeii by Fonderia Sommer of Napoli. It has exceptionally fine features and great detail. It has unfortunately been repaired on one...

A vibrant and commanding pair of Chinese guardian lions, commonly referred to as Foo Dogs, rendered in richly enameled famille rose-style glazing with an unusually bold palette of sa...

Rabbit Sculpture (Sitting) Antiqued Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hamm...

Amazing and highly decorative wall relief by Heinrich Moshage (1896-1968), 1929. Cast by the foundry 'Buderus', Germany, 1930s. This piece is part of a series of six works 'Unsere Ar...

Vintage pair of glazed ceramic Komainu figurines with a crackle effect, Guardian Lions, better known as Foo dogs, hand-painted in turquoise and green. This collector's item dates fro...

Majolica sealife platter Vallauris, circa 1950. High relief of starfish, seaweeds, oyster, shell. Nautical style.     

A beautiful abstract bronze sculpture on a custom black lucite base. This piece is signed and numbered ( 2 of 6). It has great patina.

A beautifully proportioned brass rimmed malachite bowl in richly veined shades of green and black. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a qu...

Crafted from solid natural Malachite, this substantial hand-polished crystal egg showcases the stone’s vivid, swirling green banding with striking bullseye patterns and a deep, natur...

Carved and partially polychromed wooden sculpture of a Franciscan monk with raised arms and an upward gaze, likely representing Saint Francis of Assisi. Fragmentary condition; the ar...

An exceptionally preserved fossil crab identified as Galene granulifera, dating to the Pliocene Epoch and originating from the uncommon fossil locality of Taiwan. Unlike many fossil crustacean specimens that are preserved in relief, this example has been expertly prepared and mounted in three dimensions, allowing full appreciation of the crab's natural form. The specimen displays all eight walking legs, both claws, and the complete carapace resting naturally on its original stone matrix. The detailed preservation highlights the distinctive anatomy of the species, including the textured shell surface, articulated limbs, and pincers. The natural stone matrix further enhances the presentation, creating a striking and scientifically significant display piece. Fossil crabs from Taiwan are encountered far less frequently than examples from more common fossil localities, making this specimen particularly desirable for collectors of fossils, natural history objects...

Dark Wooden Mid-Century Modern Sculpture by Dutch Artist Jef Depassé 1969 Hand Carved wood and different and impressive from every angle. Wood that shines due to various light that r...

Carl Auböck Model #5275 'Zumbusch Hand' Brass Sculpture Designed in the 1950s, as an homage to German sculptor Kaspar von Zumbusch, this incredibly refined and sculptural bejeweled ...

An absolutely charming Victorian novelty jewellery box made from very heavy cast brass and I think that the dog himself is Bronze, with traces of the o...

Charming ceramic sculpture by Lisa Larson. The figure is signed on both feet of the sculpture. Made in Sweden. Lisa Larson (1931-2024) was a Swedish artist. Graduated from the Art...

Antique Japanese a sitting man doll Hinaningyo, hand made from straw, paper, silk and cotton, complete as in photos. Good conditions, some wear from time and long display. Height: 5...

A very cool bronze downhill skier sculpture on a solid block of white onyx by C. Jere, circa 1970s. The piece is signed "C. Jere" on the skis and has a wonderful patina. A very hard ...

Amazing Neo-Gothic Pulpit in Alabastro Fiorito Marble, Florence, 18th Century Alabastro Fiorito Marble is a highly prized marble, the columns are made of Alpine green marble. It com...

Two finely hand-spun brass plates make up this pendant light, a bronze to brass gradient accentuates the shape. The light is projected into the shade and reflects out, illuminating without creating a glare. This light fixture is suitable for both contemporary and vintage inspired interiors...

The red and gold lady is inspired by many cultural reminiscence of Italy. Corals inspired by our mediterranean see, gold elements for luxury art. A gentle r...

A very nice large raku pottery seated bear by Tony Evans, circa 1970s. The piece is signed on the underside and extremely well crafted; it has wonderful gre...

This ancient Greek greave - or shin pad - transformed into a trophy of war through its inscription, is an enigmatic and iconic display piece. Finely made to protect the left shin, th...

A pair of Murano Style Art Glass "Tropical Fishes" with many vivid colors applied on the body, very charming pieces.

Bronco Buster, a cast bronze sculpture after American artist Frederic Remington on marble base. Filled with a tremendous dramatic tension, this bronze sculpture depicts a scene from ...

Beautifully preserved Grand Tour book-form box housing a collection of fifty-one classical Intaglio Medallions by Giovanni Liberotti. Bound in faux-marbled paper, box opens to revea...

Italian swan cachepot sculpture. Lovely ceramic swan in the form of a small planter cachepot, beautifully rendered with stamp marks for Este. Italy, mid...