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Period: 20th Century
Curtis Jere "Windswept" Brutalist Sculpture, Brass and Marble
Located in Miami, FL
Curtis Jere "Windswept" Brutalist Sculpture, Brass and Marble Offered for sale is a vintage Curtis Jere Brutalist "Windswept" sculpture on a black marble base. This brass sculptur...
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American Brutalist 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Marble, Brass

Large Abstract Mid Century Black Marble Sculpture by Ellen Brenner Sorensen
Located in New York, NY
Large abstract mid century black marble sculpture by Ellen Brenner Sorensen.
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American Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Shirley Mogilner (20th C) Century I, Bronze 1967
Located in Atlanta, GA
Overall dimensions including the marble base: 5" x 8" x 12"
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20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Triangular Planters by Willy Guhl, 1960s, Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of 1960’s triangular concrete planters designed by Swiss neo-functionalist and industrial design pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland. Each multifaceted planter...
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Swiss Industrial Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

Aksel Hansen Surrealist Ornament in Glazed Ceramic, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A 1960s sculptural surrealist ornament in partially glazed and hand-painted ceramic. An abstract form or being ovoid in its main shape. The main color is mustard and the applied glaz...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Abstract Form - Surrealist Entity in Glazed Ceramic, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A 1960s sculptural surrealist figurine/ornament in partially glazed and hand-painted ceramic. An abstract form based upon an ovoid main shape. The main color is mustard and the appli...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Abstract Planet Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unearth a piece of cosmic artistry with this captivating Vintage Abstract Planet Sculpture, a truly unique accent piece that defies convention. Crafted from robust, patinated metal, ...
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American Industrial 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Abstract Brutalist Chrome Sculpture by Jason Seley "Sculptor's Harp 2" 1966
Located in Rochester, NY
Abstract brutalist welded chrome sculpture by Jason Seley "Sculptor's Harp 2". An abstract deep sea monster. Created 1966. Seley's preferred medium was chrome bumpers. Unsigned. J...
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North American Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Chrome

rare turquoise fat lava "DOTS" Ceramic Vase VEB HALDENSLEBEN, GDR Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Ceramic pottery vase Origin: Germany, GDR Producer: VEB Haldensleben, Germany GDR Decade: 1970s This original vintage pottery object was designed and produced by...
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German Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Plaster Traditional Horse Figure, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional plaster figure of a horse. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, prese...
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Spanish Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Rare Harry Bertoia Sterling Silver Brooch "Ginko Leaves" ca. 1940s
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
An extremely rare Harry Bertoia sterling silver brooch "Ginko Leaves." The brooch has been added to the Harry Bertoia Catalogue Raisonné and assigned the following catalogue raisonné number: D.JE.77. This piece comes from a private collection. Provenance will accompany the piece. The Brooch measures: 2.94 " long x 1.5 " wide x .30 " deep. Although associated with Mid-Century Modern furniture, Harry Bertoia was originally a jewelry designer who used both sterling silver, precious stones and gem stones. The brooch and closure are all handcrafted and the clasp is his unique design. The following is from Beverly H. Twitchell, PhD, author of Bertoia: The Metalworker, London: Phaidon, 2019. She provides a very informative critique of Bertoia and his jewelry. Wearable Art an Important Design for a Necklace “Before Harry Bertoia enrolled at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in 1937 he had already mastered traditional jewelers’ techniques, but his engagement with Modernism led him to invent and use more direct methods. Instead of precious metals and gems, Bertoia made jewelry that appealed through its design, craftsmanship and the nature of its materials. That approach would make Bertoia a direct predecessor of the American Studio Crafts movement. So complex and cumulative are human perception and memory that we often do not know from where our own ideas come and without firm evidence, it is impossible to think we can establish the origins of an artist’s ideas. While his jewelry is entirely modern, chokers with multiple small pendants had come from ancient Mediterranean cultures: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Italy, even from Europe and America at the turn of the last century. Did Bertoia see works in books, journals or at the Detroit Institute of Arts that resonated with him or did he invent this on his own, as he would so many other forms? Bertoia found inspiration in nature from an early age on a small farm in Italy and later in Cranbrook’s woods, on the beaches of southern California and in the fields near his home in eastern Pennsylvania where he lived after 1950. The fluidity and motion of the his jewelry characterize much of his art. In that spirit, too, he made jewelry that suited human anatomy and was animated by its wearer’s movement. Bertoia had the instincts of an engineer, as the intricacy of the present lot’s clasp and overall construction of the jewelry demonstrates. Large jewelry by Bertoia is very rare. A delight to the eye, and like all of Bertoia’s work it is timeless.” Harry Bertoia (1915 – 1978) was an Italian-born American artist, jewelry creator and modern furniture designer. He was born in San Lorenzo d-Arzene, Pordenone, Italy. At age 15 he moved to Detroit, Michigan to live with his older brother, Oreste. He quickly learned English and the bus schedule and enrolled in Cass Tech High School in Detroit (1930-1936) where he studied art and design and learned the skill of handmade jewelry making. At that time, there were three jewelry and metals teachers Louise...
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American Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cristina Puell Bonze Owl Abstract Sculpture Statue Made in Madrid Spain
Located in San Diego, CA
We are offering a wonderful bronze abstract owl sculpture by Spanish artist Cristina Puell. Signed on the back and has the original tag on the solid marble base. Wonderful form and d...
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Spanish 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Modernistic Aluminium Slated Sculpture by Raimo Utriainen, Finland 1973
By Raimo Utriainen
Located in Helsinki, FI
A large modernistic abstract sculpture by prominent Finnish artist Raimo Utriainen made in 1973. The slated aluminium sculpture stands on an acrylic base and is signed and dated by a...
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Finnish Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Dave Grossman Wire Spray Sculpture in the Manner of Bertoia
Located in Highland, IN
Clearly inspired by the form made famous by Harry Bertoia, this spray-shaped Kinetic sculpture is made of fine wires which can swing and sway in a soothing manner. The piece is marke...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Post Modern Italian Column Green Marble Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of postmodern marble bookends from Italy. These sizeable pieces of marble are captivating as they are commanding. The veining that develops on the green marble with gr...
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Italian Post-Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Extremely Rare Hand Carved Wooden Mould for Alvar Aalto Vase Model 3032, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A collector's gem! Early Alvar Aalto hand carved wooden mould for the iconic vase no. 3032 which Aalto designed in the 1930s. The mould is hand carved from an older tree stump and ...
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Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Abstract, Brutalist Sculpture in Copper, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Object resembling a group of flowers. Executed in patinated copper. Raw and brutal in expression. It was executed during the 1970s within the perimeters of Middelfart Psychiatric Hos...
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Danish Brutalist Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Copper

XL Japanese Charred Cedar Root Wabi Sabi Sculpture
Located in London, GB
A unique XL charred cedar sculpture from the Tokyo region of Japan. A truly impressive piece of art. Japan C.1960
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Japanese Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Cedar

Vintage Sailboat Crystal Sculpture by Daum, France
By Daum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage crystal sculpture of an abstract sailboat by Daum, France c. 1970's. The piece is in great condition with no chips or cracks. Signed "Daum, France" on the base. Dimensions: 2...
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French Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Abstract Hobnail Sculpture from Malawi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage bronze sculpture from Malawi. This abstract piece is unique and complex. It originates from the late 1970s. The bronze drop-like figure with a neck and head are cov...
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Malawian Primitive Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture by Pita Hirs
Located in Miami, FL
Abstract bronze sculpture by Brazilian artist Pita Hirs.
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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Rustic Wooden Dustpan – Traditional French from the Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic Wooden Dustpan – Traditional French from the Early 20th Century This rustic wooden dustpan, a traditional French piece dated around 1940, is a functional sculpture that beaut...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bronze with Wood Texture Brutalist Style TOTEM Form Sculpture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Brutalist TOTEM bronze sculpture in the style of artist Joel Shapiro. Cast in bronze, the sculpture takes on the surface or...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Modern Abstract Pink Alabaster Stone Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Modern Abstract Pink Veined Alabaster Stone Sculpture, two stones mounted on wood plinth, apparently unsigned. 16" H x 6" W x 6" D. Provenance: From a 5th Avenue Estate.
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Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

Brutalist Welded Steel Sculpture by California Artist Paul Kasper
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Welded steel Brutalist sculpture by Paul Kasper, circa 1960s. Was purchased from the estate of Paul Kasper. Biography Paul Kasper. Paul Charles Kasper was born in Whiting, I...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Pedro Friedeberg Dog Table Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Open armed Friedeberg dog sculpture An early example of whimsical surrealism. Signed on base.
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Mexican Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Laminated Wood Object or Stool, USA 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Object / Stool in laminated hardwood, a style seen in the work of Teinreiro and Cospen, a fascinating shape that can be both an object and a seat.
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American Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Cut Steel

1970s Modernist Sculpture Bronze Fish Marble 39/500
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Modernist Sculpture Two Bronze Fish Marble Block Base Mexico City Ideal as a Letter Holder in the style of Curtis Jere Signed and edition stamped 39/500 unable to read. 12 h x ...
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Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Early Large Food Bowl, Tami Islands, Huon Gulf, Papua New Guinea
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early Large Food Bowl, Tami Islands, Huon Gulf, Papua New Guinea This large food bowl exhibits a pleasing asymmetry in the raised relief carving of the t...
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Papua New Guinean Tribal 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hand-Sculpted French Cubist Abstract Sculpture in Terracotta Signed "Philip"
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and alluring Mid-Century Modern Sculpture was realized in France circa 1950. Executed in terra cotta with a oil rubbed bronze colored glaze, the work presents an abstract and dynamic form- bristling with verve. An elongated form rises from an elliptical base offering both smooth and curvilinear aspects as well as faceted ones concluding in a curved tongue-like appendage with a pointed end. Additionally, there is what appears to be a lug or nut cantilevering from side of the piece, suggesting metamorphosis or some kind of animatronic influence. The amorphic form recalls the highly stylized renderings of tools by Lee Lozano...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Violet Purple Vintage Decorative Mannequin Glass Head Sculpture, 1970s, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Life-size glass head in a unique purple violet color. Produced in a German steelworks in the 1970s. Perfect condition. A perfect addition to the interior, photo prop, display or head...
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German Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Olle Hermansson Sculpture for Husqvarna, Sweden ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish sculptor, Olle Hermansson is primarily known for his cast iron sculptures and fire screens in his signature Brutalist style. The characters and shapes appearing in his works ...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Giovanni 'John’ Bucci Metal Art Sculpture, 1960s
Located in Savannah, GA
Giovanni 'John' Bucci (Italian-American, 1935-2019) A welded metal sculpture composed of various found metal pieces, 1960s. 20 inches wide by 24 inches tall by 8 ½ inches deep
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American Brutalist Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Large Scale Carved Sculptural Wooden Shelf Art on Heavy Steel Base
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An impressive large scale sculptural wooden shelf art with good form and a beautiful rich warm dark wood colour tone. These would have been originally carv...
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Indian Minimalist 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Monumental Brutalist Copper, Brass & Burl-wood Sculpture of a Sunflower
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Brutalist sculpture of a sunflower is crafted from copper, brass, and burl wood, displaying a dynamic interplay of textures and materials. The copper and brass petals r...
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American Brutalist 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Copper

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...
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French Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Great Wood Sculpture by the Artist Sidney Rose
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Wonderful wood sculpture with small magnifying glass hanging from it by a artist named Sidney Rose. Its signed 1995 but also looks to have a date on the one leg of 1974 so this may h...
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American Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Italian modern Brutalist style Metal sculpture by Edmondo Cirillo, 1976
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Brutalist style Metal sculpture by Edmondo Cirillo, 1976  Metal sculpture with a rectangular base with reference to the brutalist style. The artwork is composed of 3 m...
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Italian Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Steel Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Modern Brutalist sculpture of tortured and burnt welded steel.
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American Brutalist 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

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.
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Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Travertine, Brass

Paire of Brass Ducks, French, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of decorative small ducks is made of brass. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Paire of Brass Ducks, French, Circa 1970
Paire of Brass Ducks, French, Circa 1970
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Brazilian Modern Black Steel Abstract Table Sculpture, 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Modern black steel table sculpture. Artist unknown. Brazil circa 1980s.
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Brazilian Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Harry Bertoia bronze
Located in Dallas, TX
American Mid-century artist Harry Bertoia would spend his daylight hours working on the monumental public projects for which he is so well known. In the evenings though, after dinner...
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American Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Modernist Vintage Solid Brass Stacks Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Modular turned brass object. Solid brass. Heavy. Unique.
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American Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Formia Italian Vintage Wine Red Gold Murano Glass Christmas Tree Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Murano glass trees of organic sleek modern design, a vintage creation by the Venetian company Formia, signed pieces, individually mouth blown and hand...
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Italian Organic Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Periplo, Omaggio a Lucio Fontana, Gavina Production, Simongavina 1995
Located in Argelato, BO
DINO GAVINA Periplo - omaggio a Lucio Fontana Produced by Simon Gavina Italy, 1995 ca. Wall panel in lacquered MDF and metal h 170 x 63 x 3 cm h 66.3 x 24.57 x 1.17 in Bibliography...
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Italian Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Vintage Italian Elephant in Black Marble Stone Carved Stylized Figure 1970
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Italian elephant in black hand carved marble stone stylized figure. Hand-carved black stone abstract sculpture in the shape of a...
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Italian Minimalist 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Abstract Carved Pine Sculpture, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique, Mid-Century pine totem sculpture. A beautifully carved abstract home accessory adorned with intricate detail. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age ...
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Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pine

Sculptural Pair of Mercury Mirrored Cloches
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and sculptural pair of mirrored mercury cloches. Generous in size, these pieces reflect light beautifully bringing together the different elements of your decor via reflec...
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American Industrial Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Glass, Mirror

Large William Bowie Abstract Wall Nail Sculpture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern abstract wall nails sculpture by William Bowie.
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American Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Rare & Important Alfredo Barbini After Martinuzzi 'Siren' Murano Glass Sculpture
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning, rare and important signed vintage mid-century centrepiece 'Sirena' sculpture by Alfredo Barbini (1912-2007) after Neopolone Martinuzzi (1928-2014) Murano, Venice, Italy. Th...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-Century Sculptural Sinuous Vase with Elongated Neck in Polished Chrome
Located in New York, NY
This highly stylized vase features a sculptural sinuous design with a elongated neck. A wonderful object as well as a sculpture. Excellent vintage condition. American, circa 1970....
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Chrome

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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Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Ceramic Easter Egg from Atelier Madoura, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
Vintage ceramic egg figure from Atelier Madoura, Vallauris, France (circa 1960s). This egg-sized ceramic figure is painted with a stylized suited man w...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Op Art Acrylic Octagonal Cube Sculpture by Vasa Mihich
Located in San Diego, CA
Op Art acrylic octagonal cube sculpture by Vasa Mihich, circa 1995. The optical look is changed by rotating the piece and letting the light refract at d...
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American Post-Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite, Acrylic

Mid-Century Modern Large Abstract Floor Sculpture in Grey by Curtis Jere
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large abstract floor sculpture made by Cutis Jere in 1984. A great post modern design in grey cut steel. Artist signed and dated.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Wood / Painted Sculpture " Clock Tower " by Rita Wasserman
By Craft and Folk Art Museum
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A wooden sculpture in the style of folk art with found objects , wood industrial molds and clock parts titled " Clock Tower " . Painted in tones of ambers, blacks and browns by femal...
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American Folk Art 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Abstract Modern Musician Sculpture by Austin Productions
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract Modern Musician Sculpture by Austin Productions. Sculpture has a hairline damage weak spot. Needs to be handled carefully as it flexes sl...
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American Modern 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

1970s Tarnished Brass Post-Modern Desktop Tape Dispenser Disco Nightclub Era
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Good working order, warm tarnish brass, a natural time-worn patina. Loaded up with a roll of clear tape.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Abstract sculpture in rouge marble mounted on a Belgium black marble base
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Abstract sculpture which resembles a dancing flame in rouge marble mounted on a Belgium black marble base. Unsigned. Circa 1950.
Category

20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

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