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Period: Early 20th Century
Solid Teak Sugar Cane Crusher / Grinder from Java, Indonesia c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This rare antique sugar cane press stands as a striking example of early agricultural craftsmanship, preserved in its true, unrestored form. Made from solid teakwood, the press featu...
Category
Indonesian Other Antique Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Teak
Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, Rwanda
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Tutsi ceremonial dance shield.
Rwanda-Burundi
Second quarter, 20th century.
Wood, natural pigment
Provenance: Colonial period collection, Belgium...
Category
Rwandan Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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
French French Provincial Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Green Glass Fisherman’s Float, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautiful green sphere is an early 20th century glass float used by fishermen to keep their fishing nets or droplines afloat in the ocean. The hollow float would have been encased by a rope netting and used just like a modern buoy. Because these floats were commonly produced from recycled bottles, most antique glass floats...
Category
Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Extra Large Curved Hoe Currency, Angas, Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Extra Large Curved Hoe currency
Angas, Nigeria
Early 20th century
Iron
Measures: 29.5 x 20.5 in. / 75 x 52 cm
Height on custom display stand: 33.25 in. / 84 cm
Weight: 20.6 pounds / 9.34 kg
Combined weight with base: 43.8 pounds / 19.9 kg
The large currency forms are comprised of a heavy sheet of iron forged into the shape of a curved hoe. They were customary gifts for a bride’s father as well as having a function during wedding celebrations (Ballarini, The Perfect Form...
Category
Nigerian Other Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Poto African Iron Sword, Congo Africa on Stand
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Poto African sword, Congo Africa on stand.
A forged iron sword with fine incised design, inlaid brass dots, overlaid brass strips, finely carved wood ha...
Category
Congolese Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Geometric Ashanti African Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
An indicator of status and family, stools play an integral role in traditional Ashanti culture. Believed to be the resting place for a person's soul, a stool is given to a child when they first learn to crawl and used in personal milestones throughout the rest of their life.
Carved from a solid block of wood, each stool has a rectangular base and a distinctive curved seat supported by a central column and four corner posts. While some ceremonial stools are carved to convey particular proverbs, this stool is simply decorated with scalloped edges, geometric patterns, and a small cross. The combination of shapes and curved lines makes this Ashanti stool...
Category
Ghanaian Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Moroccan Antique Brass Sugar Hammer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of two Moroccan brass Berber tribal sugar hammer.
Moroccan Collectible Brass Berber Sugar Hammer,Brass Berber Tribal Sugar Hammer.
Authentic old Tuare...
Category
Moroccan Folk Art Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Pair of Large Terracotta Vases, circa 1910
Located in Traversetolo, IT
A stunning French Art Nouveau pair of large vases with female figures of the era, circa 1910.
Category
French Art Nouveau Vintage Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated in Shanxi province as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks...
Category
Chinese Organic Modern Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone, Steel
20th Century French Plaster Façade of a Roman Temple - Vintage Model
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage architectural model of an ancient Roman temple with Corinthian capitals is hand made in French plaster, in good condition. The model represents the front of a classical ...
Category
French Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated in Shanxi province as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks...
Category
Chinese Organic Modern Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone, Steel
20th Century Oversized French Monumental Iron Key - Vintage Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 20th Century, French Industrial style oversized monumental key made of hand crafted iron, in good condition. Trade sign, with a weathered finish. Minor fading, due to age. W...
Category
French Industrial Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Hand-Forged Iron Currency, Southern Chad, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century iron currency, kurr, Sara-Madjingaye peoples, Southern Chad.
These rare currencies have a wonderfully minimalist anthropomorphic form, but were inspired...
Category
Chadian Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Men's Leather Riding Boots with Stretchers
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful pair of men's leather riding boots with stretcher inserts created from maple. Inserts are made up of 3 puexes which interlock. Boot is 11.5 x 4 x 18 H. Great for display. L...
Category
American Charles II Antique Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Leather, Maple
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks of wheat to separa...
Category
Chinese Organic Modern Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Carved Wood Aboriginal Shield, Western Australia
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tall and narrow parrying shield from the Aboriginal people living in the Western Australia. The piece was carved out of a single block of hard wood t...
Category
Australian Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Carved Stone Dog Head Gargoyle Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A stylised dog gargoyle statue expressively carved into York stone. Dating from the late 19th / early 20th centuries, this dog head is over 100 years old and as such has a naturally ...
Category
Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Metal Patinque Boule Ball, France, c. 1920
Located in New York City, NY
Patinaed metal balls with a unique texture, welded.
Category
French Vintage Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Ethiopian Coptic Processional Cross
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very unique Ethiopian processional cross, brass, early 20th century. Base is covered in Yves Klein Blue lucite measuring 12.5" D x 16.5" W x 6" H
Provenance: Collection of Lillian Florsheim...
Category
Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Art Deco Obelisk in Heavy Bronze, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Elegant and simplistically constructed desk ornament or paperweight in bronze. The obelisk can be perceived as a phallic symbol, a creating force or even a symbol of the sun. Its cle...
Category
Scandinavian Art Deco Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French Pair of World War I Brass Engraved Shell Casings Trench Artillery, French
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I vases.
Trench Artillery
Brass engraved representing on each casing.
This pair can also also be used as vases.
Good condi...
Category
French French Provincial Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
African Tribal Statue Osseyba or Reliquary Figure Kota Mohongwe Peoples Art
Located in Miami, FL
A fantastically hand-crafted piece by the Kota (or Bakota) tribe who are located in the northeastern region of Gabon. This figure, which is a Mahongwe reliquary figure as exhibited with its truncated almond-shaped face, is made of wound copper, hammered brass and wood. Reliquary figures were used as guardians to protect the revered bones of venerated family ancestors and leaders and ward off unwanted spirits. These figures are meant to embody intense powers and were also commonly used in communal rites and ritual performances.
This particular piece came from an American collector who traveled the African continent and collected African artifacts for over 50 years. This piece has a beautiful, organically aged patina acquired naturally over time and use. It is mounted on a custom wooden display stand. We believe it dates back to the early to mid-1900s but could be older. We are listing as 20th century because we did not have it appraised.
This African Tribal Statue Osseyba or Reliquary Figure Kota (Bakota) Mohongwe Peoples decorative art would clearly stand out as part of a collection or by itself in any setting. Truly unique, eye-catching and engaging.
Dimensions on stand: 25 3/4" High, 7" Wide, 5 1/2" Deep
Kota Reliquary...
Category
Gabonese Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Giacomo Balla Sculpture Ceramic Riccardo Gatti Futurist Art Deco Italy 1930s
Located in Catania, IT
We present an authentic sculpture by the famous futurist artist Giacomo Balla.
A very rare tea service produced in the middle of the Futurist period in Italy.
Extremely rare object...
Category
Italian Futurist Vintage Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Monumental Important Art Deco Silver & Gilt Bronze Goddess G. Lavaroff
Located in New York City, NY
An exceptionally large and rare French Art Deco original bronze sculpture circa 1927 by a well known artist Georges Lavaroff (1895-1991)
It's quite uncommon to find this very large size and notably featuring the silver and parcel gilt finish.
The artwork features a majestic female nude, adorned with a stylized cloak in alternating stripes of gold and silver, which showcases a pyramid shape. The Egyptian goddess is depicted as an undraped figure with arms outstretched above her head, holding a crescent moon. She wears a north star headdress that adds to her regal appearance. The cloak is embellished with stars and a comet, and the female figure rests on a bed of stylized clouds. The sculpture is presented on its original black and gold marble base.
All of these attributes add to the uniqueness and value of the artwork, making it even more remarkable and sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts.
Water bottle shown for scale.
Documentation :
Les bronzes Art Deco de Georges Lavaroff, sculpteur Russe a Paris 1930
Kastelyn et Mazzucotelli.
Georges Lavaroff was born in Sibera in 1895. He studied medicine and painting. After the revolution of 1917 he moved to Moscow and became a member of the Russian artists association where he began to exhibit his work and take part in shows as a member of the Association of artists of Revolutionary Russia.
He then worked in France from 1927 until 1935. This period was the richest point of his profession where he produced his most famous works of Art Deco figures...
Category
French Art Deco Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Bronze
Early 20th Century Sanggori Brass/Copper Head Ornament, Toraja People, Sulawesi
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Offered by Zena Kruzick
Early 20th century tribal sanggori brass or copper alloy head ornament, Toraja people, Sulawesi, Indonesia.
These sinuous brass and copper alloy head piec...
Category
Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Cast Iron Door Stop in the Shape of a Scottie, English 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
Crafted with exquisite detail, this English early 20th Century cast iron door stop is shaped like a charming Scottie dog, evoking a lifelike presence. The intricate design captures t...
Category
British Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Set of Six Iron Greek Key Fragments
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of six early 20th century American cast iron architectural fragments with a Greek Key pattern, perfect for mounting on a wall, displayed on a table, or myriad other uses around...
Category
American Greek Revival Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
Papua New Guinean Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
African Currency Bracelet on Custom Mount
Located in Elkhart, IN
An African currency bracelet on a custom black steel mount. Bracelet alone measures 4.5"W x 1.5"D x 4.75"H.
Category
African Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Steel
Chinese Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone, Early 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic Chinese scholar's stone, called gongshi, of gray lingbi limestone, mounted on a hardwood stand, late Qing or early Republic, early 20th century, circa 1910, China
.
The ...
Category
Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Antique Sculpture Horse Head Decorative Abstract Figurine ANETTE EDMARK
Located in Wembley, GB
Beautifully stylized horse head figurine with a great balance of harmony, it portrays the beauty of the inner world through love and beauty.
This unique art piece is a great chance to bring your office or home decor and interior the eternal opposites in an everlasting fusion dance.
SCULPTURE, horse figure.
Antique Decorative Figurine ANETTE EDMARK...
Category
Danish Art Deco Antique Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Ceramic
Malachite Obelisks
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful malachite obelisks. Great condition. Stunning color and pattern.
Category
Art Deco Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Malachite
Early 20th Century Shell Money Ring
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Early 20th century shell money ring mounted on a custom made stand, Papua New Guinea.
Category
Papua New Guinean Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Shell
Italian futurist wall sculpture with anthropoform
Located in Milano, IT
**Futurist Sculpture: Dynamism and Movement through Wood**
In the context of Italian Futurism, an artistic movement that revolutionized art and thought in the early 20th century, scu...
Category
Italian Futurist Vintage Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated in Shanxi province as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks...
Category
Chinese Organic Modern Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone, Steel
Circa 1910 Arts & Crafts Decorative Fire Screen Attributed Richard Riemerschmid
Located in London, GB
An intricately designed, and well-made, Arts & Crafts iron screen, attributed to and almost certainly designed by Richard Riemerschmid (1868-1957) in Germany. Circa 1910. The iron screen has a one large rectangular panel with two smaller stabilising flaps on either side. An arched insert...
Category
German Arts and Crafts Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Conus Shell Ornaments, Solomon Islands
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th Century Conus Shell Ornaments, Solomon Islands
Three spiral conus shells from the Solomon Islands. These were laboriously sliced with sand and bamboo, which contributed t...
Category
Solomon Islands Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Shell
Antique Italian Grand Tour Dancing Faun of Pompeii Bronze Statue Sculpture Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
We are offering a solid bronze statue/sculpture of "The Dancing Faun of Pompeii" that was made in Italy. This would have been bought probably a...
Category
Italian Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
collection of 5 Antique French Studded Petanque Game Balls
Located in Stamford, CT
A collection of 5 antique Petanque French studded game balls. Petanque is similar the the Italian game Bocce. These game balls are hand made starting with a wooden core and surrounde...
Category
French French Provincial Antique Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Cubist Rare 'Comet' Car Mascot by Becquerel, French, circa 1920-1925
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Very Rare Hood Ornament - Car Mascot. Silvered bronze, mounted on Italian portoro marble display base, a beautifully presented example. Very nice Automobilia piece. Perfect paperweig...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated in Shanxi province as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks...
Category
Chinese Organic Modern Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone, Steel
Early 20th Century Large Tribal Shield
Located in Sheffield, MA
Highly decorative and impressive shields from the buttress-like roots and/or trunks of mangrove trees. The soft mangrove wood is well suited to be proces...
Category
Unknown Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Tribal Ethiopian Ceremonial Coffee Stands
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Grouping of Ceremonial coffee stands
Ethiopia
Early 20th century
Wood
Largest: 8" high x 6" diameter (20 x 15 cm)
Smallest: 6.75" x 3.50" ( 17 x 9 cm)
These little known Branc...
Category
Ethiopian Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Bronze Looking Floor Standing Sculpture. English , Early 20th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful highly sculptural found object or architectural element with an ethnographical/Industrial feel to it.
Although it is ceramic ( a type of stoneware ) it has a lovely metal...
Category
English Industrial Antique Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone
Chinese Green Drip Glaze Headrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
By the 18th century, opium use had become as central to Chinese social life as taking tea or smoking tobacco, fostering a subculture rich with its own customs, traditions, and exquis...
Category
Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century French Pair of Small Terra Cotta Obelisks - Vintage Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage pair of French terre cuite Obelisks in the new classical style, in good condition. The lower part is adorned with small reliefs of mythological...
Category
French Art Deco Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Iron Greek Key Fragments on Custom Mounts, Set of 3
Located in Elkhart, IN
A set of 3 early 20th century iron Greek key architectural fragments on custom black steel mounts. Each fragment measures 2ʺW × 0.5ʺD × 14ʺH while the mounts are 3 different sizes wh...
Category
Neoclassical Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Large Antique Carved Wood Female Bambara Chi Wara Antelope Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
Chi wara is a ritual headdress used by the Bambara people in Mali. Portrayed as both male or female figures Chi ware is associated with agriculture. This fema...
Category
Malian Folk Art Antique Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
African Currency Bracelets on Custom Mounts, Set of 3
Located in Elkhart, IN
A set of three African currency bracelets on custom black steel stands. Bracelets alone measure 3.5"W x .5"D x 3.5"H approximately.
Category
African Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Steel
Antique Berber Ceramic vessels, Kabylie, Algeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Two Large Kabylie Ceramic Dishes
Kabylie Berber People
Algeria
Late 19th to early 20th century
Hand molded ceramic, painted designs
Diameter: 17" and 17.75"
Depth: 2 3/4...
Category
Algerian Tribal Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Classic 1920s Adjustable Height Leather and Cast Iron Pommel Gym Horse
By Hamilton Caster & Mfg. Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic 1920s adjustable height leather and cast iron pommel gym horse, amazing design, proportion and patina. Retains original 'HORSE-HOOF" feet, adjustable height from 26" to 40", cast iron wheels signed and dated 1921, Hamilton Caster mfg co, perfect for home gym...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron Art Nouveau White Painted Pirate Ship Large Doorstop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Iron Art Nouveau White Painted Pirate Ship Large Doorstop. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 18.5" H x 17.5" W x 7" D.
Category
Unknown Art Nouveau Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Surrealist Bauhaus Wooden Head Sculpture, 1920's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A unique surrealist/abstract bauhaus wooden head sculpture, hand painted circa 1920's. The artist is not known but there is a illegible/unknown stamp on...
Category
European Bauhaus Vintage Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated in Shanxi province as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks...
Category
Chinese Minimalist Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Pair of Very Large French Art Deco Bronze and Mahogany Bookends
Located in Miami, FL
A large, nice quality pair of French Art Deco handcrafted bronze and mahogany wood bookends, circa 1940. Delightfully heavy.
These attractive bookends featuring what appears to be...
Category
French Art Deco Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French Pair of World War I Brass Heron Engraved Shells Casing Trench Artillery
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I.
Trench Artillery
Brass engraved representing a heron in a pond surrounded by rushes on each c...
Category
French French Provincial Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to prote...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export Early 20th Century Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
