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Abstract Sculptures For Sale
"Meander" Hand Built Ceramic Organic Form Sculpture
Located in London, GB
This organic ceramic sculpture has been hand made using the ancient technique of coiling with ropes of clay. Without the use of molds or machines this affords the buyer the assuranc...
Category
2010s Scottish Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
16 Stones Sculpture by Pol Quadens
Located in Geneve, CH
16 Stones Sculpture by Pol Quadens
Unique Piece.
Dimensions: D 80 x W 80 x H 450 cm.
Materials: Polished stainless steel.
The production time for this piece...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Malachite Obelisks
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful malachite obelisks. Great condition. Stunning color and pattern.
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Malachite
1971 Monumental Brutalist Abstract Metal Sculpture
By Paul Evans
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Fabulous Art Sculpture
Big Brutalist sculpture metal structure composite cover Faux Bronze.
Style of Paul Evans
Unknown artist.
Signed RN 1971.
62.5 h x 26 W x 31 d
Local LA PS OC de...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Abstract Sculpture Like Brancusi, Signed Adriano Tolomei, Italy, 1970's
By Brancusi
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Abstract Sculpture Like Brancusi, Signed Adriano Tolomei, Italy, 1970's
Heavy abstract sculpture composed of a faux bois epoxy resin. High-polished cutouts with gold-tinted lacquered surfaces and refined faux bois abstract lines and planes worked to resemble raw wood. Carved and worked In the manner of Brancusi, Giacometti, or African tribal arts and totems. Adriano Tolomei is an Italian architect, furniture designer and sculptor. Contact us for a detailed condition report. Signed script...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Epoxy Resin
Black Ceramic TOTEM Trio, 3 Hand Built Sculptures, Rings on Arc'd Legs
Located in New York, NY
A trio of 3 hand built ceramic Modern TOTEMs from a series investigating the Totemic form. Each one is different, a soft rectangle, an oval and a circular ring on arcing legs. The s...
Category
Early 2000s American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Hestian Light Series by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Green Resin, Made-To-Order
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Hestian, 2022.
The Hestian series of organic light sculptures are one-of-a-kind and hand moulded from a composite...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Paper, Resin
Mid-century Brutalist Iron Fire Screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden
Located in Malmö, SE
Amazing cast iron midcentury sculpture / fireplace screen.
Designed by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden 1960s.
Great original condition with signs of use and age.
Stamped 'OH'...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Tresse Braided Mirror by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Wide oval mirror in glazed ceramic, finish mat, designed by Laura Gonzalez. Braided and wavy detail. All is crafted in France.
Category
2010s French Other Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Wall Art Abstract Modernist Wood Cross
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sculptural Modernism Vintage Wall Art Abstract Wood Cross Crucifix
27H x 18.75 w x 1.75 D
Original preowned vintage condition.
See all images for de...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Man Ray - Le Cadeau Surrealist Sculpture, 1974 - Signed and Numbered
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Own an iconic piece of surrealist art with Man Ray's Le Cadeau, a striking sculpture produced in 1974 in Italy. This limited-edition work is numbered 2071/5000 and signed by the arti...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Casarialto Atelier MrHulot by FDEsteel Sculpture by Casarialto
By Casarialto
Located in Milan, IT
Handmade by Alessandro Bandiera from FDESTEEL. This carbon steel profile, heat-worked and bent by hand, recalls the face of the French comic character from the 50’s – 60’s. The hand ...
Category
2010s Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Bronze Etruscan Horse with Rider Sculpture on Marble Base, Greece Vintage, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is a bronze sculpture, in the style of the antique statues and figures of the Etruscans is a gorgeous interior furnishing item. it is an incredibly stylized Etruscan horse with ...
Category
1970s Greek Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Pair of Tony Evans Raku Bear Sculptures
By Tony Evans
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Tony Evans handcrafted Foss Creek Pottery "Raku" Bear Sculptures. Figurines. Statues. Featuring a seated Grizzly Bear with Arms Together (7.5H x 7.75W x 7D) showing Green to...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
48" x 30" Ceramic and Fiber Wall Sculpture in White and Blush W/ Fringe Detail
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Four panel wall sculpture that measures 48"x30". Hand formed ceramic pieces in unglazed white stoneware. Pictured with cotton and tencel fringe detailing in white, tan, rust, and blu...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Cotton
Val Bertoia ""Sounds Fine from 6 in Line" B-2702 Sculpture
By Val Bertoia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Bertoia Studios B-2702 6 Rod "Sounds Fine From 6 In Line" sculpture with certificate of authenticity signed by Val, the artist and son of the original designer, Harry Bertoia. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Copper
8 ft Monumental Abstract Modern Painted Modular Cube Painting Totem Sculpture
Located in Troy, MI
Incredible stacked cube contemporary geometric sculpture circa 1990s
Six individual plywood cubes with each facet painted a unique design and color way
Secured with steel pins allow...
Category
1990s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plywood, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Sculpture by Alessio Tasca, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Sculpture by Alessio Tasca, Italy, 1970s
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 18
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 18 by Joel Escalona
This monolithic sculpture, designed by the talented Artist Joel Escalona, is a towering example of beauty in craftsmanship. Hand and digital machine made; the standing sculpture stands...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Handmade Sicilian Ceramic Pine Nut Italian Pottery
Located in Palermo, PA
This exquisite handmade Sicilian ceramic pine nut is a timeless symbol of prosperity, good fortune, and Mediterranean heritage. Crafted by skilled artisans in Sicily, each piece is m...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Carved Terracotta Horse Sculpture attributed to Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Miami, FL
A finely detailed Hand-Carved Terracotta Horse Sculpture attributed to Ugo Zaccagnini.
The wonderfully decorative Ugo Zaccagnini horse sculpture woul...
Category
20th Century Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Organic Modern Sculpture by California Artist Trent Williams circa 1970s
Located in Oakland, CA
A Organic Modern sculpture with presence in both scale and level of skill by Northern California artist Trent Williams. Handcarved walnut with intricate detail with various organic f...
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Patinated Wrought Iron Tree Sculpture
Located in Washington, DC
Heavily Patinated Wrought Iron Tree Sculpture. France, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
18th Century Italian Hand Carved Baroque Giltwood Reliquary
Located in Port Jervis, NY
18th century reliquary from northern Italy. Giltwood, polychromed and looks to be hand carved from one piece of wood. Mortised thru the base.
A reliquary was used to house a religio...
Category
1750s Italian Baroque Antique Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Giltwood
1979 Arnaldo Pomodoro Tecno Art Abstract Italian Design Sculpture Medal
Located in Brescia, IT
Arnaldo Pomodoro
Johnson Foundry, Milan
1979
Gilded Bronze
Ed. 344/600
Excellent Condiction
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Monumental James Bearden Mystical Galaxy Chimes Sculpture Steel Bronze Brutalist
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and studio-made by American craftsman James Bearden, this chime sculpture is among the largest made, and the largest on sale today. An early m...
Category
2010s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Cenedese 1980s Italian Modern 24K Gold Dust Twisted Murano Glass Tree Sculpture
By Cenedese
Located in New York, NY
Italian crystal glass tree ornament of organic sleek modern design, a vintage creation part of a collection assembled by Cosulich Interiors & Anti...
Category
1980s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Gold
Abstract Art Lull No47 – NONO’s Contemporary Wooden Sculpture for Interior Desig
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Abstract Art Lull No47 – NONO’s Contemporary Wooden Sculpture for Interior Design
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Balance and tension are at the core of these sculptures. The interplay between the smooth, round...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Pedro Friedeberg Minotaur Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early example of Pedro Friedeberg's Magic-Surrealist Oeuvre.
An Image of the sculpture has been submitted to, and accepted by Mr. Friedeberg for their upcoming
Catalog of Works.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Deconstructed Tower Sculpture in Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Clay Sink by Studio Loho
Located in Geneve, CH
Clay sink by Studio Loho
Dimensions: D 40 x H 15 cm
Materials: clay5
Available in 3 models: round sink, oval sink and sink on structure.
Due to the production process every piece is unique in size and form.
Studio LoHo is a Belgian design office located in Bruges, Belgium. Founded in the autumn of 2017 by Karel Loontiens and Jo Hoeven, the studio focused from the beginning on high-end bespoke interior projects which forms an ideal matrix for product - and material design that is both innovative and durable.
In current times there’s no more room for influx of disposable products, it is our studio’s goal to strive for design that will last and will be cherished for multiple generations.
The introduction of the first collection “clay series” fully articulated the DNA of the newborn Studio and led to their international breakthrough. The appreciation of materials reflects their unique view on interior design with a strong and recognizable signature. Soon after, the collection was expanded on request by other architects and designers with new sinks...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Trio of Hand Carved Wood Sculpture, Tall Carved Poplar Totems
By Steve Turner
Located in Chicago, IL
These hand-carved poplar sculptures transforms from an open, geometric cage form at the bottom to a serpent head at the top. Steve Turner slowly works the wood, revealing natural elements, rings and knots present in the wood. These modern totems evokes the work of Constantin Brancusi and Henry Moore in its modern and organic nature. Each of these three sculptures stands atop a solid steel custom base thus the width dimension can vary depending on how far apart each is spaced.
Steve Turner
Struggle, 2020
catalpa wood...
Category
2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
African, Ashanti stool
Located in London, GB
c.1970
Carved wood
H39 x W54 x D30 cm
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Sculptural Triangular Planters by Willy Guhl, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 2 sculptural standing triangular concrete planters by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Can be placed upside down or right side. up. Beautiful patina with worn green and white paint...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Robert Indiana Brushed Aluminum Red Love Paperweight Sculpture Desk Accessory
Located in North Miami, FL
This very rare rendition and small edition of the vintage Robert Indiana love paperweight sculpture is rarely seen version in red brushed aluminum. This may have only been a very sma...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Dali Vase Green, Glass Object
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add an Artistic Touch to Your Space with the Captivating Dali Vase Glass Object
Elevate your interior design with the mesmerizing beauty of the Dali Vase Glass Object. Inspired by t...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Limestone Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Paper
Unusual Brutalist Sculpture
By Paul Evans
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An interesting Brutalist sculpture in the style of Paul Evans, circa 1960s. Heavy steel, welded. No signature apparent.
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Sculpture in Bronze Art Nuragica Sardinia 1960 Wood Base
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sculpture in bronze art Nuragica Sardinia 1960 wood base, represents hero 4 eyes and 4 arm.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Georges Pelletier 3 Flowers Sconce in White Enameled Ceramic
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
"3 flowers" sconce in white enamelled ceramic, as all the Georges Pelletier ceramics, this sconce is bringing to your space an amazing light...
Category
2010s French Other Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ron Schmidt Signed Brutalist Mid Century Modern Wall Hanging Nail Sculpture
By Ron Schmidt
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This original wall-hanging sculpture created by Ron Schmidt. It features a unique design, made from Schmidt's signature nails welded together with smaller pieces of metal to form a s...
Category
20th Century American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Arnaldo Pomodoro Art
Located in Weesp, NL
This rare and exquisite limited edition glass plate was designed by the celebrated Italian artist Arnaldo Pomodoro and produced by Ars D Milano. The piece, with a diameter of 32 cm, ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Abstract Iron Sculpture in the Style of Chillida, circa 1990
Located in Barcelona, ES
This exquisite abstract sculpture, crafted from iron, is a striking piece inspired by the bold and evocative works of renowned Spanish artist Eduardo Chillida. Made in Spain around 1...
Category
1990s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Yellow Lacquer, Made-To-Order
By Studio Chora
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Paper
Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement
Manufactured in France by unknown artist, circa 1990.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, pre...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Neolithic Chinese Red Soapstone Bi Disc Carving on Iron Base
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite red soapstone Bi disc is a remarkable artifact from Neolithic China, dating back to the 3rd millennium BC. Set on a modern iron base, the disc reflects the timeless be...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese Export Antique Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone, Iron
Opening Raw Oak Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Opening Raw Oak all in solid raw oak
from Venice canals columns. With iron lacquered
base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Les Demoiselles Brazilian Marble Sculpture (medium)
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Mais Alma Marble Collection is a set of sculptures, the result of our study of forms and the art works we pay homage to in our studio. Les Demoiselles sculpture (medium) is the resul...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
William Bowie Brutalist Bronze Sculpture 1960s
Located in New York, NY
William Bowie was a prominent sculptor of the American Mid-Century Modern period. A contemporary of Harry Bertoia, Curtis Jere and Bruce Freidle, Bowie is considered a founding figur...
Category
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Bronze
Biomorphic Abstract Pottery Sculpture by Robert Ortlieb
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool biomorphic abstact pottery sculpture by California listed artist Robert Ortlieb, circa 1970s. The piece is hand thrown terracotta pottery pa...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Large Venetian abstract sculpture in solid walnut by Giuseppe Carli - 1961
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Massive Venetian abstract sculptures in solid walnut "Forcola (Oarlock)" by Giuseppe Carli, dated 1961.
Carli is recognized as one of the leading "Remeri" of Venice, an elite group ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Nutwood
Dan Murphy Aluminum Sculpture
By Dan Murphy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dan Murphy Aluminum Sculpture. Curly Twisting bands of aluminum form a sculpture that sits on a lucite base. Signature to aluminum at bottom.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Murano Glass Sculpture Signed Barbini
By Barbini
Located in Houston, TX
Murano glass sculpture signed Barbini. This stunning cone shaped spire or obelisk made of clear Murano glass table sculpture is great by ...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
A pair of cast bronze statuettes from the 1970s - France.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A beautifully crafted pair of cast bronze statuettes from the 1970s, each depicting a stylized naiad in the style of creations by Monique Gerber or Miguel Ortiz Berrocal.
These ele...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture Made in Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
Patrick Coard Paris launches a unique and beautiful sculptural object collection. The Kings Brother cutout is organic and ethereal in its design, with its beautiful curvatures and grooves. Available in bronze-patina brass or two-tone bronze-patina brass. This listing is for the single two-tone bronze-patina brass sculpture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
French Pair World War i Brass Thistle & Cross of Lorraine Shells Casing
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I
Very typical of this war because the freedom of Alsace and Lorraine was one of the many issues at stake in this confrontati...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Alpha Cube Sculpture by Sheldon Rose
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern alpha cube sculpture by Sheldon Rose.
Great Mid-Century Modern Sheldon Rose alpha cube sculpture, circa 1968. This Brutalist cub...
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Composition
Large Pottery Super Fat Lava Multi-Color 517-45 Vase Made by Scheurich, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Fat lava art vase extra large version
Model: 517-45
Producer:
Scheurich, Germany
Decade:
1970s
This original vintage vase was produced in the ...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Organic Ceramic Floor Sculpture by Fernando Marquina Large
Located in London, GB
Large organic floor sculpture sculpted by the South American artist Fernando Marquina looks like an armoured creature from the natural world of the Jurassic period. It is characteriz...
Category
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Architectural Bronzed Metal Sculpture Signed Subirachs ( Josep Maria Subirachs )
Located in Pomona, CA
A heavy bronzed metal sculpture featuring architectural elements. The sculpture features a strip of molding and has a large finial. From the side view appears as an outline of human ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Abstract Marble Sculpture by James Phiri
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice abstract marble sculpture by James Phiri, circa early 2000s. The piece has a wonderful patina and measures 12.5"W x 8.5"D x 25.5"H; it is signed on the base. A very cool...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Madrepora Lecce Stone Vertical Light Sculpture
Located in Milan, IT
Part sculpture, part lamp, this wonderful artwork pays tribute to the beauty of nature using a material of emotional significance for the artist. The Lecce stone is a prized fossilif...
Category
2010s Italian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Contemporary Black Plaster Small 'Linea' Sculpture, In Stock
By Benediko
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
Shaped and assembled from fragments of metal and then hand-sculpted in plaster, the Linea Sculpture complements a wide range of interior styles. Sensuality expressed in its patina – ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Claude Viseux, Abstract Sculpture, 20th Century, Steel
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Claude Viseux est un peintre, sculpteur et graveur aquafortiste et lithographe français né le 3 juillet 1927 à Champagne-sur-Oise et mort le 9 novembre 2008 à Anglet.
'est dans les années 1959-1960 que la sculpture de Claude Viseux, qualifiée de « protéiforme, onirique, fantastique » — ami de Max Ernst, Man Ray, Francis Ponge et Henri Michaux, il ne désavoue pas une parenté avec le Surréalisme9 — se substitue à la peinture, ses premières réalisations étant les objets trouvés en bord de mer qu'il pétrifie dans la cire10 d'une part, les empreintes de pierres et d'algues coulées en bronze d'autre part.
En 1960, il signe le Manifeste des 121 titré « Déclaration sur le droit à l’insoumission dans la guerre d’Algérie ».
En 1961, ses expérimentations s'orientent vers les corps organiques, notamment avec sa série Ostéales constituée d'assemblages d'os fossilisés qu'il patine ou au contraire décape, qu'il visse, scie, assemble et plastifie. Les Concrétudes ou Coulées directes qui suivent en 1961-1962 sont obtenues à partir de coulées de métal en fusion dans le sable, générant des reliefs qu'il soude sur des plaques d'acier. Il va cependant adopter rapidement l'acier inoxydable — qu'il est avec Pol Bury parmi les premiers à employer en sculpture — comme matériau de prédilection. « Il assemble divers rebus industriels — tuyaux, écrous, boulons, cuves… — pour créer des sculptures à mi-chemin du mécanique et du biologique » restitue ainsi Sophie Serra11. Claude Viseux, qui fréquente alors Jean Tinguely, Piotr Kowalski, Michel Guino, Takis et César, confirme : « Ma récupération de l'élément industriel s'élargit vers les aciers spéciaux, avec un essai de vocabulaire formel : des barres, des profilés, des sphères, des rotules, des fonds de cuves, des chambres à combustion de Boeing, des tubulures, des soupapes de navire »9.
« L'artiste entre au cœur de la réalité industrielle, prospecte dans les chaînes de montage de Renault et rôde dans les terrains vaques autour des usines », restitue donc l'encyclopédie Les Muses : « il récupère ferrailles, pièces détachées, débris de voitures, vieux châssis, toute une série d'éléments devenus inutiles. Ils les assemblent, tels quels, sans les modifier. Des créatures agressives ou pathétiques vont surgir de ce combat physique et dialectique que l'artiste livre avec la matière et entrer dans le domaine d'une poétique étrange, surnaturelle5 ». Dans les années 1967-1970, Les « structures actives » en acier inoxydable procèdent ainsi de la production industrielle de série. Elles se répartissent en familles de formes combinatoires composées par addition, soustraction, multiplication, division. Il confirme : « le monde industriel est ma nature, mon bouillon de culture, où je cherche des corps, des familles de corps, des genres, des espèces, dans un aller-retour de l'artificiel au naturel pour confondre les règnes, pour en inventer d'autres selon une géométrie organique qui féconde les différents types de structures, qui aménage la forme concernée par la forme à venir »9. En 1968, Claude Viseux s'installe à la villa Baudran à Arcueil, atelier qu'il conservera jusqu'en 1992.
Si des corps imaginaires naissent ainsi des pièces mécaniques que Claude Viseux emprunte à l'automobile, à l'avion et au bateau, en 1972, « la symétrie de ces formes pures en inox », constate Lydia Harambourg, « l'amène à s'interroger sur la notion d'équilibre instable »12. Ses Instables sont de la sorte exposés à la Biennale de Venise en 1972 où, rappelle encore Lydia Harambourg, une salle entière est consacrée « aux dessins qui reprennent son vocabulaire mécanique identitaire de sphères, toupies, hélices, anneaux, astrolabes et balanciers »12. Les Instables sont de même, en 1973, présentés à la galerie Le Point cardinal à Paris où Claude Viseux avait déjà exposé en 1968 avec Henri Michaux et Joaquin Ferrer...
Category
1960s French Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Shagreen Sculptural Table Lamp with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Bertoia Sonambient Sculpture Beryllium Rod
By Val Bertoia
Located in Wilmington, DE
Bertoia Sonambient sculpture.
Offered is a beautifully unique sculpture by Bertoia studios (Val). Titled "4 Love Clover of Sound". The piece is made of Beryllium Copper...
Category
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Renato Bertelli Sculpture / Desk Paperweight, 1930´s
By Renato Giuseppe Bertelli 1
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Very rare Modernist Wooden Sculpture / Desk Paperweight.
Designed in 1930´s by Renato Bertelli
Futurist Benito Mussolini shadow Sculpture. The I is made of silver and marked R. G. B....
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Silver
"Guernica" : tall bas-relief patinated plaster sculpture - 1967
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
"Guernica" : Bas-relief sculpture made of reinforced
patinated plaster
On the back two hooks to hang the sculpture on the wall
Dated : 1967, Probably made for the 30th anniversar...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the Style of Isamu Noguchi
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
This monolithic sculpture, designed by the talented Artist Joel Escalona, is a towering example of beauty in craftsmanship. Hand and digital machine made; the standing sculpture stan...
Category
2010s Mexican Bauhaus Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Abstract Sculptures in Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Set of Wooden Geometric Models, Bauhaus Style – Germany, Circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Wooden Geometric Models, Bauhaus Style – Germany, Circa 1940
A rare and authentic set of wooden geometric models, designed in the iconic Bauhaus style and manufactured in Ger...
Category
1940s German Bauhaus Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Monoliti Magma Carlo Moretti Murano Glass Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind Murano crystal multicolored sculpture created in 2017.
Carlo Moretti: An artisan factory
Strolling afoot through the foundations of Murano, the visitor provi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Set of Spiral Sculptures in Steel Signed by the Artist, 1980s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Very interesting set of sculptures with curved spiral shapes signed by the artist, numbered and dated. Each sculpture was made in a different year fr...
Category
1980s Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
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