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Sculptures For Sale
Shell Natural Specimen White and Marble Pedestal Victorian Style 20th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Beautiful and elegant shell on pure white marble pedestal It has an ornament of a bronze bird, but you can remove it if you don't like it and leave the shell alone. Its condition i...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Other Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Fulvio Bianconi Limited Nude Murano glass Sculpture Venini 1993 Number 5 of 29
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Fulvio Bianconi Limited Nude Murano glass Sculpture Venini 1993 Number 5 of 29. The sculpture is created in a black glass with iridescent finish with blue sculptural vase...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Bronze Sphinx Candle Holder on Marble Base
Located in Annville, PA
Graceful even when standing still the Bronze Sphinx Candle Holder on Marble Base is a striking addition to any setting. Using traditional lost wax casting methods the Bronze Sphinx statue...
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2010s Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

1970's Chrome Robot Lamp by Torino Lamps
Located in Hanover, MA
Highly desirable chrome robot standing lamp by Torino Lamps, 1978. Often believed to be of Italian origin this robot and other character lamps were des...
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1970s American Space Age Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Watermelon Tourmaline on Lepidolite
Located in New York, NY
Paprok Nuristan, Afghanistan This stunning specimen features two large, fully terminated watermelon tourmaline crystals showcasing nearl...
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2010s Afghan Sculptures

Materials

Tourmaline

Midcentury Tropical Ceramic Blue Macaw by Royal Dux
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Royal dux ceramic statue of a blue macaw, perched on a stand in typical inquisitive stance. Having a pink triangle to base, together with printed and impres...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique, Early 1900 Large Hand Carved Alabaster Sculpture / Bust of Jesus Christ
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and antique alabaster sculpture of our Lord Jesus. This gorgeous and large size work of religious art from a church or monastery is...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

Rare Antique Pair of Sculptures, Bronze Dorée, Vive La France, Signed G. Flamend
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful and exceptionally rare pair of bronze sculptures with a magnificent gilding, France early 20th century. Signature on the base of each sculpture "G. Flamand". By the artis...
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Early 1900s French Antique Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Calcite on Amethyst Specimen from the Toldinho Mine, Collector/Gallery Grade
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A rare calcite specimen from the famous Brazilian Toldinho Mine, this magnificent, museum-quality piece sits beautifully on a bed of amethyst, forming a mineral masterpiece that will...
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2010s Brazilian Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Located in Guaynabo, PR
A renown tradition in Puerto Rico is the making of Santos de Palos by Masters Carvers since the 19th century. They hand carved and hand painted the saints inspired in their personal ...
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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Lion Medium Polished Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture lion medium polished made with aluminium hand-crafted plates. limited edition piece made in welded and shaped aluminium into masterful works of contemporary art.
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco “Horse”, silver-plated metal and marble, Boris Lovet-Lorski
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind sculpture by renowned artist Boris Lovet-Lorski, depicting a majestic horse in a completely stylized pose, with elongated shapes and gentle curves. The legs are simple...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal, Silver Plate

Land Meets Sea: Hand-Carved Moose Antler Hammerhead Shark
Located in New York, NY
This hand-carved Hammerhead Shark sculpture is crafted from naturally shed moose antler, sourced from the United States and meticulously shaped by artisans in Indonesia. Measuring 7....
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Sculptures

Materials

Antler

Luna Sculpture + Mercante Sculpture + Passione Decorative Bottle
Located in Milan, IT
LUNA borosilicate glass, flame-worked. This interior decoration embraces the heritage of the classic Murano tradition, showcasing a contemporary design with a vertical progression of...
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2010s Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Very Large Bronze Elephant Sculpture, Near Life Size
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and remarkable elephant sculpture expertly crafted in bronze with a lush patina, ambitious attention to detail, and a dramatic near life size scale.
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20th Century American British Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

16/20 Limited Edition "Xai" Surrealist side tables by Salvador Dalí, Spain
Located in Barcelona, ES
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 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

bronze patinated ceramic Athena sculpture -made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
athena sculpture, Minerva sculpture, Athena ceramic bronze, Roman Minerva ceramic bronze Bronze patinated refractory ceramic bronze Athena head sculpture placed on a volcanic stone b...
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2010s Italian Classical Greek Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

V. Szczeblewski French Bronze Boy Statue "The Whistler" Le Mousse Siffleur
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique "Vaclaw Bernard Szczeblewski" French Bronze of Boy "The Whistler". Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 16" H x 6" W x 5 1/2" D.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Lisa Larson Ceramic Cat Figurine Gustavsberg, Sweden
Located in Delft, NL
Lisa Larson ceramic cat figurine Gustavsberg Sweden.
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

LATE 19th CENTURY PORCELAIN SCULPTURE GROUP "MUSIC SCENE"
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant sculpture group in polychrome porcelain, blue and white, with gold finishes, representing a musician and a noblewoman intent on attending the concert. The musician, sitting o...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Modernist Travertine Sphere Sculpture, 1980's
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Travertine Sphere Sculpture, 1980's.
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20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Limestone Plaster, In Stock
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Space Invader Mini, 2021. Amorphous, nonconforming, the Space Invader is expressive of the human form. The Space Invader se...
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Paper

Vintage Asian Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with cultural heritage and artistic elegance with this stunning pair of vintage Asian glazed terracotta Foo Dogs. Beautifully handcrafted and finished in a striking...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta, Paint

22 Genuine Butterflies in Black Display Frame
Located in New York, NY
This incredible display includes 22 genuine Peruvian butterflies. The frame includes a keyhole hook at the top for mounting the display on a wall. The butterflies in these frames are...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Other

Organic modern Ceramic link chain wall sculpture
Located in Attleboro, MA
MADE TO ORDER : ALLOW 6-7 WEEKS FOR SHIPPING Composed of interlocking links that are both earthy and organic. Each link is crafted from unglazed stoneware clay in muted tones, evo...
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2010s American Bohemian Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Roman torso in stone
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Muscular torso in stoneware, after the classical greek and Roman sculptures. with a good patina. Signed but not readable (see last picture). Probably circa 1930.
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1930s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Limestone Plaster, In Stock
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Space Invader Mini, 2021. Amorphous, nonconforming, the Space Invader is expressive of the human form. The Space Invader serie...
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Paper

Indian India South East Asian Erotic Heavy Bronze Kama Sutra Figures Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, highly erotic, rather fascinating, and somewhat unique large pair of Indian (India) Kama Sutra bronze sculptural figures (The Kama Sutra is an ancient Indian Sanskrit text on sexuality, eroticism, and emotional fulfillment in life.) Nicely detailed with a gorgeous patina that is only acquired over time. From an estate of a world traveler art and artifacts collector. The sculpture is relatively heavy. Would be a great addition to any Indian/ South East Asian art...
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20th Century Indian Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19 century French Birth of Pegasus spelter Sculpture After Emile Picault
Located in New York, NY
Patinated Spelter sculpture on oval marble base depicting the Birth of Pegasus after the original model by Emile Picault (1833-1922) exhibited at the Salon des Beaux Arts in Paris. ...
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Early 20th Century French Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Abstract Sculpture in Decorated Porcelain Stoneware Guglielmo Gusella, 1980s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Abstract sculpture in decorated porcelain stoneware Guglielmo Gusella, 1980s.
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Charming Dog Poodle Sculpture Figurine by Leopold Anzengruber, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A lovely detailed Midcentury poodle figurine, named „Peggy" from the 1950s. Designed and handcrafted by Leopold Anzengruber in Vienna, Austria. A decorative and lovely piece, made of...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Alfredo Barbini Murano Squirrel Figure in Amber and Orange Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind large hand blown Sommerso and Lattimo amber, orange, white and clear glass squirrel sculpture. Attributed to Alfredo Barbini, Italy, 1950s. This cute Murano glass esqu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Tang Dynasty Museum Fat Lady and Child TL Tested
Located in Dallas, TX
Tang Dynasty polychromed fat lady with child in arm. TL Tested Terracotta, pottery with traces of orange and green paint Sui to Tang Dynasty (581-618) Measures: Height: 20.2 inches (51cm) Width: 9.45 inches (24cm) Guaranteed Authentic with corresponding TL Thermoluminescence Test conducted by Artemis Testing Lab Included in the sale of this item. Condition: Excellent with loss to pinky and wear commensurate of age. This rare and outstanding ceramic court attendant was made during what many consider to be China’s Golden Age, the T’ang Dynasty. It was at this point that China’s outstanding technological and aesthetic achievements opened to external influences, resulting in the introduction of numerous new forms of self-expression, coupled with internal innovation and considerable social freedom. The T’ang dynasty also saw the birth of the printed novel, significant musical and theatrical heritage and many of China’s best-known painters and artists. The T’ang Dynasty took control in 618 AD, when the Li family seized power from the last crumbling remnants of the preceding Sui Dynasty. This political and regal regime was long-lived, and lasted for almost 300 years. The imperial aspirations of the preceding periods and early T’ang leaders led to unprecedented wealth, resulting in considerable socioeconomic stability, the development of trade networks and vast urbanisation for China’s exploding population (estimated at around 50 million people in the 8th century AD). The T’ang rulers took cues from earlier periods, maintaining many of their administrative structures and systems intact. Even when dynastic and governmental institutions withdrew from management of the empire towards the end of the period – their authority undermined by localised rebellions and regional governors known as jiedushi –the systems were so well-established that they continued to operate regardless. The artworks created during this era are among China’s greatest cultural achievements. It was the greatest age for Chinese poetry...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Genuine Polished Malachite Stalactite Slice (1.6 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
A fine and gorgeous Malachite Stalactite slice from Congo with rich, velvety bands of light and dark green and a magical chatoyance that morphs and gleams in the light as you move th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Sculptures

Materials

Malachite

Midcentury Wood Monk Table Lamp Attibuted to Aldo Tura for Macabo, Italy 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing sculpture table lamp in wood and metal attributed to Aldo Tura for Macabo. Made in Italy in the 1950s. It depicts a bearded monk holding a stick (removable) in ...
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Metal

John Rais Blacksmith Mixed Metal Sculpture, United States, 2005
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
John Rais Designer & Blacksmith Mixed Metal Sculpture, United States, 2005. This piece is signed.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Steel

Art Deco Silver Plated Seated Monkey Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful quality Art Deco silver plated figure of a seated monkey believed to date from the 1930/40’s. The unusual novelty figure is well modelled and portrayed seated leaning ba...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Of 1890s Brown Marble Obelisks With Carved Floral Motif
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1890s carved marble obelisks with floral motif.
Category

1890s Antique Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Statue sculpture life size antique old Roman Greek stone reclaimed carving decor
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Antique statue life sized Roman Greek natural stone old sculpture. The antique statue displayed in this Ad is one of 12 reclaimed life sized limestone s...
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Early 18th Century French Rustic Antique Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Hand-Carved Oakwood Owl Sculpture with Glass Eyes, Germany, 1930s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Deco style hand-carved oakwood owl sculpture, Germany, circa the 1930s. This beautiful naturalistically carved dark brown wooden owl with glass eyes, sitting on a wooden base wi...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oak

Large Pair of 19th Century Italian Bronzes of Creugas and Demoxenos
Located in Dallas, TX
A large and fine pair of 19th century Italian male nudes depicting the Greek boxers Creugas and Damoxenos. These bronzes have a wonderful old patina...
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Late 19th Century Grand Tour Antique Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Two Frogs on the Lotus Leaf' 1950s Showa era
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1950s. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. Initially a simply-carved button fast...
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1950s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Sterling silver model of a hare made in 1972 by A. E. Jones
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1972 by A. E. Jones, this charming, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Model of a Hare, is realistically cast. The hare model measures 4"(10cm) tall, by...
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Japanese Modern LAAB Impermanenza Grey Sculpture Raku Ceramic White Crakle
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Impermanenza Grey Defined by an unglazed finish and fluid, irregular aesthetic, this ceramic vase in gray and white will embellish any tabletop with its unique and sophisticated character. The singular crackles adorning the piece result from a deft application of the ancient Japanese Raku pottery...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Lalique Amber Crystal Model of a Seated "Happy Buddha"
Located in Norwood, NJ
A Lalique limited edition amber glass model of a seated 'Happy Buddha', numbered 809/888.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Radiant Moroccan Selenite Orb – A Piece of Moonlight 6”
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable 6-inch selenite sphere is a testament to the craftsmanship and natural beauty of the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, where it was carefully mined, carved, and polished. W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Large Bone Articulated Lobster
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty large articulated lobster sculpture or object of art crafted in carved bone with hinged antennae and flexible tail.
Category

20th Century Chinese Organic Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bone

"Heavy-Lidded Female Head" Dignified Art Deco Sculpture by WPA Artist
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Clearly influenced by stylized Etruscan and African sculpture, this heavy-lidded female head is a classic example of Art Deco design. The artist was Jean de Marco...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Carl Auböck Model #4060 'Man with Stick' Brass Sculpture
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Aubo¨ck Model #4060 'Man With Stick' brass sculpture. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural figure is executed in polished and patinated brass. Price i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

TSUNEMITSU Bronze Tiger With Terrifying Glass Eyes, Meiji, 1868-1912
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Bronze Roaring Tiger with Terrifying Eyes by TSUNEMITSU, Japan, Meiji Period (1868-1912). This magnificent bronze sculpture of a roaring tiger, created by Japanese artist Tsunemitsu...
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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century White Poodle Dog Sculpture II, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, good original vintage condition. Damaged leg - was repaired - shown on pictures. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. White Poodle Dog Sculpture was produce...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

1996 Sintra Designed by Tiffany & Co Porcelain Spring Flowers Rabbit Figurine
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Beautiful 1996 Tiffany & Co. porcelain Rabbit in the Sintra Pattern. The figurine was Made in Portugal and is splattered with spring flowers. It is in perfect condition.
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Late 20th Century Portuguese Victorian Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 3 Chromed Metal Hexagon Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish set of 3 chromed metal hexagonal candle holders. The set can be set aside with each piece of placed apart. The hexagonal design and chrome finish give a very industrial clean...
Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Chrome

Antique Bronze Figure of a Lady Golfer
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Jose Dunach Bronze Lady Golf Figure. A very nice French Art Deco style sculpture of a lady golfer mounted on a round naturalistic base, the golfer ...
Category

1920s French Sporting Art Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large 18th Century, Italian Carved Wooden Wing of a Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful large Baroque angel-wing with its original color and gilding. Extremely rare to find in this size. Very decorative item placed on a wooden base. Italy, circa 1750. Weathere...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hans Bolling Orskov & CO Teak and Beech Danish Modern Mexican Figure
Located in San Diego, CA
Hans Bolling for Orskov & CO teak and beech wood figurine with furry mustache. Stamped on the bottom. Made in Denmark
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Beech, Teak

Lazy River King: Mozambican Soapstone Hippo
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved from soapstone in Mozambique, this hippopotamus sculpture highlights the region’s skilled craftsmanship. The polished dark stone, with natural marbling, enhances its life...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Art Deco Laurent Horse Bookends Bronze Sculpture, c 1930, France
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Georges H. Laurent horse bookends bronze sculpture. c 1925 France. A stunning pair of art deco stylized bookends. Silvered plated bronze Both signed. Mounted over black mar...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Walter Bosse Brass Dog Figurine Jewelry Ring Holder, Herta Baller Austria, 1950s
Located in Boden, SE
Classic early 1950s Austrian Bosse dog Ring holder Figurine Collectible.Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian bronze item. Walther Bosse was an Austri...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron

Bronze Sculpture Lioness / Roger Godchaux Jewish Artist & Susse Lost Wax Bibelot
By Roger Godchaux
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bronze Sculpture Lioness / Roger Godchaux Jewish Artist & Susse Lost Wax Bibelot . An important bronze sculpture By the great Jewish Master animalier , Estampille 1- Cire perdue Lost Wax Stamp "La Lionne" by Roger Godchaux. See Photo 2- 2- With A Stamp of Susse. See Photo 3- 3- the signature of the Artist on the bronze. See Photo Incredible Executed and very fine details with Dark Brown Patina with a hue of green . The movement of the lionesse is very graceful and sinuous (as most of the lion Sculpture he produced) Mounted on a black stone base 5 1/2" x 11 1/2" Godchaux Né à Vendôme le 21 décembre 1878 et mort le 6 mars 1958 à Paris. Excellent color and details Collector’s item, hand finished On a Desk as garniture on a mantle fireplace, on a side table or a library , placed on a console or inside a niche . Decorative accent in any home , on top of a chest-of-drawers or credenza . As a special gift item small object that adds a touch of history or as a whimsical accent finishing touches. A Great Holiday season Gift or a house warming present. on a bedroom nightstand, or to make it part of the bibelot in a library . What sets this piece apart from other productions is the quality of the bronze casting, the level of attention to details, the depth and the character reflecting the passion of the maker. Over the decades you can see signs but overall good condition. For your office desk elegant space , a man's den , living room or entry way, this fun piece is very versatile. Roger Godchaux Sculpteur animalier regularly produces animal drawings and paintings. Thus, unlike his sculptures which mainly represent wild animals, especially elephants and felines that he was going to study at the Jardin des Plantes, his paintings are often inspired by farm animals that he could observe in a small village of Brie where lived the mother of his companion. He also paints commissioned portraits or portraits of his family or friends, such as Gaston Switzerland or René Huchet . But it is above all a sculptor. He made some works by direct carving of the wood. However, he mainly worked by modeling the earth. It treats surfaces by smoothing and oblique streaks. In this respect, unlike other animal sculptors like Édouard-Marcel Sandoz , François Pompon or Armand Petersen whose works are smooth, his work is close to the art of Paul Jouve which leaves apparent textures. The lioness is finished with Godchaux’s distinctive surface modeling where the flesh is left textured like a wax model on the artists bench...
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20th Century French Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Antique, New and Vintage Sculptures

Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.

A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.

Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?

When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.

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