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Abstract Sculptures For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Industrial
Monumental Henry Moore Style Abstract Deep Green Stone Sculpture 1960s
By Henry Moore
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning and rather large abstract sculpture in dark green stone in the manner of Henry Moore. Beautiful organic lines throughout that have been masterfully carved out of a deep ja...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Steel, Chrome
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Sea Shell Sculpture in Sommerso Bollicine Glass
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Sea Shell Sculpture in Sommerso Bollicine glass. Very large stand alone piece. Finely polished bottom.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Nerone and Patuzzi 'Elemento Luminose', 1970, Signed, Published, Original Label
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautiful 'elemento luminose' , illuminated wall sculpture designed by the renowned italian sculptors Nerone Ceccarelli & Giovanni Patuzzi (Gruppo NP2) for the gallery 'Forme and Superfici'. Turin,Italy in 1970. The panel has the engraved signature of both Nerone and Patuzzi and still bears the original 'forme and superfici' paper label to the rear of the panel. This sculpture is published in an original 'Forme e Superfici catalog' and the January 1971 issue of the renowned italian design periodical 'Interni-La rivista dell Arredamento'. Please see Literature section below for full reference.
The central disc features a beautiful abstract hand crafted sculptural relief motif on metal , probably zinc, which is illuminated by a hidden fluorescent tube light. The frame surrounding the central sculptural disc is finished in stove enameled steel over a wood structure and features copper detailing.
One of Nerone and Patuzzi's best known works is the enormous , 150 square metre, bas relief in zinc that they created in 1972 for the 'hemicycle' of the then new 'Schulman' building (1973) in Luxembourg which housed the early meetings of the European Parliament . The hemicycle was beautifully decorated following a project by the architect Simonis, combining different materials (leather, wood, metal) in a geometrical harmony, the whole integrated by Nerone and Patuzzi's huge zinc bas-relief on the rear wall. PLEASE SEE IMAGE 9.
The zinc models were engraved using an etching technique, representing geometrical and abstract figures, and mounted on a surface of 150 square metres. The bas-relief was considered at the time to be the biggest sculpture in metal of the world.
LITERATURE:
Original 'Forme e superficie' catalog, confirms name as 'Elemto luminose' model ref C3 104 LZ',
'INTERNI , LA RIVISTA DELL ARREDAMENTO' January 1971, page 18, PLEASE SEE IMAGE 8.
BIOGRAPHY
In 1962 Nerone and Patuzzi founded the 'Gruppo NP2', an acronym that includes the initials of Nerone and Giancarlo Patuzzi: together with other artists "they experiment with new sources of poetic expression from the materials". = The aim of the group is to promote the integration of art in architecture together with other professionals, including Luigi Marchisotti, Dedalo Montali...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Metal, Copper
American Craftsman Emil Milan Centerpiece Organic Wood Bowl 20th Century Design
By Emil Milan
Located in Hyattsville, MD
An iconic elongated sculptural wooden bowl in Walnut by Mid-Century master Emil Milan.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Enchanting Dynamics: Iron and Foam Kinetic Sculpture - Elegant Black in Play
Located in Barcelona, ES
Originating from France and created around 1990 by an unknown artist, this captivating kinetic sculpture embodies the essence of motion and creativity. Constructed from a combination...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 20
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 20 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
Large set of Travertine objects by Lyda Levi, Italy 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Large set of Travertine objects by Lyda Levi, Italy 1970s. Interesting elementary shapes and objects turned out of solid raw open Travertine. Powerful archit...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
Vintage Italian Industrial-Style Ceramic Vase / Sculpture by Alessio Tasca
Located in London, GB
Vintage industrial-style ceramic vase / sculpture by Alessio Tasca (circa 1970). Minimalist, abstract, U-shaped ceramic vase in a matte, sandy-coloured glaze with line motif from the...
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1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern Tree Sculpture by Curtis Jere
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout vintage object of art tree sculpture handcrafted in brass attached to an organic quartz rock and signed Curtis Jere on the bottom.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Brass
Exquisite Wooden Standing Totem Still Stand No35 by NONO, Joel Escalona Art
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona
Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the power of the material...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Livio Seguso, Heavy Murano Glass Bowl, Rainbow Design and Glass Orb, 80s Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Exceptional historical piece. It has the rainbow patter. A sequence of canes that Livio loved to place in sculptures where the play with the lens effect of the other clear massiccio ...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Abstract Metal Starburst Sculpture 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Abstract welded metal table top sculpture from the 1960s. Expertly crafted in copper with welded tips. The angles of the sculpture can be adjusted to give the piece a different look....
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Copper
Fat Lava Ceramic Pottery Vase Heinz Siery Carstens Tönnieshof, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Ceramic pottery vase
Origin:
Germany
Designer:
Heinz Siery
Producer:
Carstens Tönnieshof, Germany
Decade:
1970s
This original vintage...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
Abstract Modernist Wooden Sculpture in the style of Jean Arp, Unseen Force 13
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Abstract Modernist Free Form Wooden Sculpture in the style of Jean Arp, Unseen Force 13 by Joel Escalona
This monolithic sculptur...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
20th Century Group Np2 Nerone Ceccarelli Wooden Sculpture
Located in Turin, Turin
Nerone Ceccarelli was an Italian sculptor. He worked under the banner of research characterized by the integration of art and architecture, while he developed sculptures linked to a ...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Abstract Metal and Enamel Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible Mid-Century hand crafted wall-mounted sculpture with enamel on metal elements. Would look great over a fireplace. Can be mounted horizontal or vertically.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Large Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere Signed and Dated
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A quite large and very cool piece of wall art by the famous American artists Curtis Jere. Signed and dated, and in very good original condition.
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Steel
Tall Wooden Serenity Totem Still Stand No27: Sculpted by NONO’s Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona
Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the power of the material...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Set of Three Rustic Wooden Spools of Thread, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic Wooden Spools of Thread, by unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. ...
Category
1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Stone Sculpture by French Sculptor Arsene Galisson a Stone Sculptor in Poitou
By D'arsenes
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculpture by French sculptor Arsene Galisson a stone sculptor in Poitou.
He creates small architectureal lamps and objects inhabited by a soft light, ...
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda glass boat sculpture Limited edition Voyage
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 17.5cm W, 5,5cmD, 4cm H With stand: 8cm H
Signed by artist
Category
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Glazed Stoneware by Elena Rakochy "La Linda Nedra"
Located in Chicago, IL
La Linda Nedra by Elena Rakochy
Artist Bio and Statement
Elena Rakochy is a sculptor from Chicago, specializing in clay and drawing inspiration from nature and interpersonal connect...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Abstract Modern Wood Sculpture, Still Stand No8 by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona
Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Wonderful Modernist Kenetic Motion Copper Fountain / Water Feature, Hand Made
Located in Buffalo, NY
Ingenious copper fountain / water feature, solid copper construction, Modernist design Artisan made, hand executed. Sculpture in motion, great for garden, or indoor space.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Unusual Biomorphic Turned Bowl by Rude Osolnik
By Rude Osolnik
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual biomorphic bowl by Rude Osolnik, ca' 1960's. Quite large at 14"diameter and made of sassafras wood. Rude Osolnik is one of the finest wood turners in America. His work is ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Flux, Jack Sculpture / Organic, Dynamic, Kinetic Object
By Jan Paul
Located in Maastricht, NL
FLUX
rare beauty in common objects
Numerous experiments with materials and shapes resulted in a new production method: “Flux”
Flexible steel tubes are shaped by hand and become s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Steel Sculpture, Helmet II, England 1970s
Located in London, GB
Abstract steel sculpture, in the form of a helmet; from the estate of the artist June Barrington-Ward (1922-2002) and attributed to her. England 1970s. Unsigned.
Good original condi...
Category
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Abstract Brown Wall Ceramic Sculpture by Pierre Digan La Borne
By Pierre Digan
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Pierre Digan (1941-2016),
20th midcentury ceramic wall sculpture by Pierre Digan
Realized, circa 1960 in La Borne
Original brown ceramic color
In a black metal frame
M...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Carrara Marble Sculpture by Armando Rosato, Signed, 1977
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
**Title:** Large Carrara Marble Sculpture by Armando Rosato, Signed, 1977
**Description:**
A stunning Carrara marble sculpture by renowned artist Armando Rosato, signed and date...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Bronze Abstract Modernist Sculpture in the Style of Jean-Pierre Ghysels, 1970's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A beautiful abstract bronze sculpture on a black marble base in the style of Belgian artist Jean-Pierre Ghysels. Unsigned. This piece has an amazing and different presence from every angle. Conveys the spirit of modernism...
Category
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Freeform Sculpture on Stand, circa 1975
By Henry Moore
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Freeform sculpture on stand, Circa 1975.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Driftwood
Vintage Merle Edelman Op Art Face / Head with Eyes Inside Lucite / Acrylic 1970s
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern c. 1970's Merle Edelman half round Op Art face lucite sculpture with 3D eyes over a black geometric grid. Similar style as Abraham Palatnik. In fine condition, no ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
1980s Op-Art Multi Colored Lucite Sculpture of a Circle, Triange & Rectangle
Located in St. Louis, MO
In the style of Vasa Mihich or Shlomi Haziza, 1980s sculpture colored beveled shapes made of acrylic or lucite with pink circle, yellow triangle, teal rectangle on a purple base. Thi...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Philippe Jean Bronze Bird Sculpture Signed and Numbered 85/300 France circa 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
A cast bronze bird sculpture by Philippe Jean, French artist, designer and sculptor.
Mounted on a black wood cube base.
Signed and numbered. PhJean 8...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Murano Venini Bianconi Red Coral Flame Italian Art Glass Vintage Paperweight
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown red coral flame or "Fiammati Corallo" Italian art glass egg shaped paperweight. The piece has been documented to designer Fulvio Bianconi, for the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Blown Glass
Pierre Cardin Bookend Silver Elephants Black Base Design, 1980
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pierre Cardin bookend silver elephants black base design, 1980.
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Attr. to R. Scarpa: Small abstarct massive bronze sculpture of a seated figure
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Small pocket emptier in massive patinated bronze representing a seating africanist figure olding a basket
Height 12 x Width 8.5 x Depth 8 cm
Circa 1970
Good conditions
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Patinated Steel Modernist Sculpture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Unusual welded steel sculpture which consists of multiple pieces attached at the corners producing a floating appearance.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Silver & Green Aluminum Christmas Tree, "Starlite" by Revlis
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen Mid Century Modern silver & green over 7' Aluminum christmas tree."STARLITE" by Revlis. Lush and full!. You will see 100 vintage s...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Abstract Stone Sculpture by African Artist Joseph Chingangaidze
By Joseph Chingangaidze
Located in San Diego, CA
Signed stone sculpture by African artist Joseph Chingangaidze, polished green stone, signed at the bottom.
Category
20th Century Zimbabwean Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Bronze Sculpture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist sculpture in bronze, signed Ross 60'. Presumably a San Francisco based area artist, well executed and decorative table top art.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Italian Large Majolica Terracotta Sculpture with Lustre by Adolfo Merlone, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Large Majolica Terracotta Sculpture with Lustre by Adolfo Merlone, 1950s
Majolica terracotta sculpture decorated with lustre glazes in shades of red, blue and yellow depicti...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Maiolica, Terracotta
American Mid-Century Modernist Abstract Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture, Ca. 1950s
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Modernism
Abstract Cubist Sculpture
Hand-Carved Wood
Ca. 1950s
DIMENSIONS
Height: 24.75 inches
Width: 10.5 inches ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large 8'+ Atomic Age Mid-Century Modern Style Unique Space Atom Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré, Kenny Scharf
Located in St. Louis, MO
One of a kind Atomic Age large Mid-Century Modern style wall sculpture made of round black painted bent iron rod, in zig-zag form or atom rings with assorted metallic colored orbs (a...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Glazed Terracotta Abstract Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Glazed Terracotta Abstract Sculpture.
Offered is an interesting abstract sculpture of glazed terracotta in cream and blue.
This beautiful sculpture would look great as a coffee table...
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
1960s Artisan Brass Metal Art Turquoise Gemstone Partridge Dove Bird Sculptures
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Beautiful pair of South American metal art. The lighter one has impressed marks on bottom, Tinta Taller Ecuador. The duller more copper shaded one has no markings.
Category
1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Two West German Roth Keramik Art Pottery 'Fat Lava' Guitar Vase
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two West German Roth Keramik art pottery 'fat lava' vases with orange glaze; Guitar vase with square mouth above a bulbous body all in a thick lava glaze ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern Abstract Brutalist Mixed Metal Wire Tree Sculpture 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Fantastic large scale brutalist sculpture by anonymous artist circa 1960s
Drip case metal and copper wire tree with figure on a swing
Mounted to wood base / Unsigned
Additional Inf...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Monumental Wooden Sculpture Inspired in Constantin Brancusi Style, 30
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Monumental Wooden Sculpture Inspired in Constantin Brancusi Style, Unseen Force 30 by Joel Escalona
This monolithic sculpture, designed by...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Hattakitkosol Somchai Bronze Guitar / Violin Sculpture, 1970
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Abstract modern sculpture in bronze by Hattakitkosol Somchai (Bangkok, 1934-2000). This fantastic shaped sculpture has the shape of a guitar or violin, abstract shaped. The base is m...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Joel Escalona Unseen Force No42 Contemporary Dark Wood Sculpture
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Joel Escalona Unseen Force No42 Contemporary Dark Wood Sculpture
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This monolithic sculpture, designed by the talented Artist Joel Escalona, is ...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Sculpture by Elisabeth Vandeweghe
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This gold ceramic sculpture is made by Elisabeth Vandeweghe. It has different gold finishes and structure. I’m triggered by its mysteries look. It is in perfect condition.
Category
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Signed Modern Abstract Constructivist Styled Wooden Oak Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This contemporary abstract wooden sculpture was done by Czeslaw Budny a Polish-Canadian artist in the constructivist style circa 2023. This sculpture was made entirely of up-cycled, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Oak
1970s Crystal Paperweight Sculpture by Fontana Arte for ISTUD, Italy
By Fontana Arte
Located in Rome, IT
This elegant limited edition paperweight sculpture was made by Fontana Arte for ISTUD Italia in the 1970s.
As the pictures show, it comes with its original box and ticket which s...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Abstract Sculpture by Jules Agard
By Jules Agard
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Abstract Sculpture by Jules Agard
Hand painted abstract sculpture by Jules Agard in Valaris terracotta from the 1950s.
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Jules Agard, ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Rare Lishman Rocker, Sculptural Chrome-Plated circa 1976, William Lishman
By Bill Lishman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Free form rocking chair with cast aluminum tractor seat and backrest,,
Canadian Bill Lishman is best known for his role in Operation Migration, which continues his successful efforts to re-shape avian migration patterns across North American. Lishman earned the nickname "Father Goose" by developing the means to encourage large flocks of birds to settle in new nesting areas by leading them in flight using an ultra-light aircraft. His unusual methods have had great success over 3 decades, and were the Subject of the 1996 film FLY AWAY HOME. He is also a noted artist and sculptor, and designed the geodesic-style buried home where he lives near Toronto. His great contribution as a furniture designer is the 1976 Lishman Rocker...
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Tessellated Stone and Brass Birds Abstract Sculptures by Maitland Smith 1970's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Tessellated stone and brass birds abstract sculptures by Maitland Smith 1970's.
Category
1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Travertine, Brass
CINETICO Murano Glass Brass Mobile Chandelier Red and Yellow Glass Elements
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite Murano glass chandelier boasts delicate glass elements that shimmer and radiate a cozy, welcoming ambiance, making it the perfect centerpiece for any living space. Man...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Metal
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