Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Vintage French Stone Sculpture - unknown artist
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage French Stone Sculpture - unknown artist
Art - Decoration - Natural Organic sculpture
Measures : 25cmx15cm H:47,5cm
Material : French Stone - Wood Base
Wear consistent with ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Mexican Modern Abstract Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Mexican Modern Abstract Sculpture.
Great Mexican mid century modern abstract sculpture lavender, chartreuse and
by Abela.
Fantastic example of Mexican Modernism!
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Lull No100 Wooden Totem Sculpture by Joel Escalona – A Decorative Object for Mod
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Lull No100 Wooden Totem Sculpture by Joel Escalona – A Decorative Object for Modern Homes
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Balance and tension are at the core of these sculptures. The interplay between the smo...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
$12,833 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Carved Wood Sculpture by Italian Artist Flaviano Laghi
By Flaviano Laghi
Located in Troy, MI
This mid century wood sculpture by Italian artist Flaviano Laghi dates from approximately 1980 is mounted on a dark wood base and features a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Still Stand No18: Artistic Tranquility in Tall Wood Sculpture by NONO
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
Mid Century Modern Mixed Metal Curtis Jere Style Tree
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Redding, CT
Mid Century Modern Mixed Metal Curtis Jere Style Tree. Brutalist hand torched leaves make up this amazing sculpture. Perfect accent piece to any Palm Springs or Palm Dessert Modern h...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Lull No88 Wooden Sculpture for Contemporary Interiors – Designed by Joel Escalon
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Lull No88 Wooden Sculpture for Contemporary Interiors – Designed by Joel Escalona
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Balance and tension are at the core of these sculptures. The interplay between the smooth, roun...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
CINETICO Illuminated Sculpture Murano Glass Brass Mobile Chandelier, Cobalt
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
Ceramic Easter Egg from Atelier Madoura 'circa 1960s'
By Madoura
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...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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
Abstract interlocking Carrara marble sculpture by Andrea Cascella, Italy 1987
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Abstract interlocking Carrara marble sculpture by Andrea Cascella (1919-1990), Italy 1987. A refined abstract sculpture composed of three interlocking elements. The stylized, rounded...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Hendrik Horst Brutalist Organic Free Form Sheet Metal Wall Art Sculpture
By Henrik Horst
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Brutalist wall sculpture by Hendrik Horst. Organic and free form sheet metal shapes and objects welded and chemically painted ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
$895 Sale Price
45% Off
Claude Conover Ceramic Stoneware Vessel Okkintok
Located in Chicago, IL
Claude Conover large ceramic vessel titled Okkintok.
This stoneware vase is glazed in two different tones and finely decorated with Conover's signature one iconic markings.
Classic and contemporary in form, this bold and unique ceramic vessel has surface decorations with incised geometrical and linear designs.
Signed on underside.
Conover was very inspired and influenced by pre-Columbian...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Studio Pottery Centerpiece or Vase 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Mid Century Studio Pottery Centerpiece or Vase, Europe, 1960s.
This is a wonderful mid century piece of studio pottery. Freeform and expressively sculpted, this centerpiece or vase ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
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
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...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Maiolica, Terracotta
Curtis Jeré Flat Steel Ribbon Modernist Abstract Sculpture Titled "Emerging"
Located in St. Louis, MO
Amazing large Curtis Jeré for Artisan House flat steel modernist ribbon abstract table sculpture titled "Emerging" model # 101637 and signed C. Jeré 2003 on...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Fat Lava Ceramic "Ankara" Vase by Heinz Siery Carstens Tönnieshof, Germany 1960s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Ceramic pottery vase
Origin:
Germany
Designer:
Heinz Siery
Producer:
Carstens Tönnieshof, Germany
Decade:
1960s
This original vintage...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Mid-Century Modern Brass Marble Birds in Flight Sculpture Style of C. Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Topeka, KS
Mid-Century Modern three birds in flight brass sculpture on a round black marble base in the style of C. Jere. This one is unsigned. In great vintage condition, circa 1960s-1980s.
Awesome flock of seagulls! This birds in flight brass and black marble sculpture is in the style of Curtis Jere or C. Jere. It is more petit than most of the Mid-Century Modern bird sculptures by this company and will look wonderful in your bookcase. Curtis Jere is not a single artist but is a nom-de-plume for a group of artists working for Artisan House which included Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels. Before founding Artisan House these two had built a costume jewelry business which sold under the names of Renoir and Matisse, two well-known names of mid-20th century costume jewelry...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Tony Rosenthal Untitled 1965
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid Century Modern welded bronze sculpture was realized by the esteemed 20th Century artist Tony Rosenthal circa 1965. Signed and dated by the artist (and with an inclu...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$24,975
Classic Modernist Charles and Ray Eames Arm Shell Lounge Chair, Zenith
Located in Buffalo, NY
First generation, circa 1950 Charles and Ray Eames. Museum quality, sea foam green arm shell lounge chair made by Zenith Plastic Co./ Herman Miller. Features amazing exposed fibers, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Zinc
Antonio Gresiaga Kieff Abstract Bronze Sculpture, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Antonia Gresiaga Kieff Abstract Bronze Sculpture on Black Marble Base, 1970's.
Canadian/Spanish, Born 1936. Mounted on marble base which is signed and marked 1 of 5.
Measures 33" tal...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Murano Purple Red Core Italian Art Glass Obelisk Pyramid Paperweight Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso amethyst purple with red core Italian art glass obelisk paperweight sculpture. Created for the Fornasa De Murano A L'Insegna Del Moreto c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Green Female Nude Italian Murano Glass Sculpture
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning, rare and important vintage midcentury modern centrepiece in bright, vivid green uranium 'Massello' glass sculpture of a female nude bust and torso by master glass blower E...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Bartolozzi & Maioli Carved Wooden Leaf Armchair
Located in Buffalo, NY
Beautiful carved leaf arm chair designed by Bartolozzi & Maioli. Surrealist fantasy furniture, Retains original finish, front of seat showing wear.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Abstract Metal Wall Sculpture after Curtis Jere
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage wall sculpture created by a Philadelphia artist in 1950s. It features copper panel construction with a silver lacquer finish. Very goo...
Category
1950s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Vintage Modernist Rectangular Black and Green Marble Bookends Vermont Marble Co
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of modernist marble bookends by Vermont Marble Company. These sizeable pieces of marble are captivating as they are commanding. The veining that develops on the black ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
John Risley Metal Sculpture
By John Risley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual sculpture by John Risley, circa 1960s. Could be hung or stand on a pedestal.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Travertine, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Carved Wood Sculpture in manner of Takao Kimura, ca. 1960
By Takao Kimura
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern
In the manner of Takao Kimura
Carved Elmwood
Abstract Sculpture
Japan, ca. 1960s
DIMENSIONS
Height: 17.75 inches Width: 6.25 inches Depth: 6...
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1960s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
20th Century Giacomo Benevelli Chromed Sculture, 60s
Located in Turin, Turin
Giacomo Benevelli is an italian sculpture born in Reggio Emilia in 1925. He was the son of Anselmo Govi, important italian painter, meaning that art ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Italian Amber Marble Obelisks from the 1960s
Located in Milano, MI
Coppia di obelischi in marmo ambrato, realizzati negli anni '60
Ø cm 9,5 h cm 35
Gli obelischi erano originariamente costruiti dagli antichi egizi come monumenti religiosi per onor...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
$1,136 Sale Price
20% Off
MidCentury Abstract Geometric Chrome & Lucite Wall Sculpture signed Harold Sclar
Located in New York, NY
This striking Mid-Century Modernist wall sculpture, completed by American artist Harold Sclar in 1971, is an elegant fusion of geometry, abstraction, and material innovation. Crafted...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Totem Sculptures by Aldo Guarnieri, Italy 1960s
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Discover the enigmatic beauty of mid-century Italian art with this set of four totem sculptures by the elusive artist Aldo Guarnieri, dating back to the 1960s. These rocky totem scul...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Wood
$4,044 Sale Price / set
30% Off
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Sphere by Ado Chale
By Ado Chale
Located in Uccle, BE
“Sphere”, bronze sculpture by Ado Chale.
The bronze sphere features subtle undulations that add to its character and appeal. The smooth surface of the bronze catches the light, high...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$16,714
Large Elm Sculpture In the Manner of Alexandre Noll, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Large abstract sculpture, hand carved out of elm in the style of Alexander Noll.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Elm
Unseen Force No41 Solid Wood Modern Art Sculpture by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Unseen Force No41 Solid Wood Modern Art Sculpture by Joel Escalona
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This monolithic sculpture, designed by the talented Artist Joel Escalona, is a towering example of beauty in cr...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Sculpted Serenity in Oak Still Stand No37: Tall Totem by NONO, Escalona Design
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
$12,833 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 21
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 21 by Joel Escalona
This monolithic sculpture, designed by the talented Artist Joel Escalona, is a tow...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
$11,672 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pop-Art Enzo Mari Style Lucite Cube Sculpture
By Enzo Mari
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage blue lucite cube sculpture with suspended steel marbles. In the style of Enzo Mari.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Large Abstract Vintage Studio Pottery Organic Sculpture Signed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large freeform abstract pottery from the 1980s. In neutral tones of beige and brown. Signed B Switzer 1980 on the underside.
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vase Ice Glass Sculptured by Pukeberg
Located in Vienna, AT
An ice glass sculptured vase by Swedish manufacturer Pukeberg, designed by Uno Westerberg. This cheerful and bright object provides an authentic and humorous look back into the livel...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Slab Coat Rack by De Pas, D'Urbino & Lomazzi for Longato, 1969, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare sculptural Slab wall-mounted coat rack by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D'Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi for Longato Arredamenti of Padova, 1969, Italy.
Molded ivory plastic.
Dimensions: 68...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plastic
$2,925 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-Century White Marble Amorphic Sculpture Entitled 'In the Beginning' by Katz
Located in New York, NY
This monumental and beautifully carved Mid-Century Modernist White Marble Amorphic Sculpture on Rotating Base and Black Pedestal Entitled "In The Beginning" is by the artist William ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Bronze Lion Abstract Sculpture Figurine, Belgium, 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Bronze lion abstract sculpture figurine, Belgium, 1960s.
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid Century Abstract Face Bronze Sculpture by Jean Robert Ipousteguy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bronze abstract face sculpture by Jean-Robert Ipoustéguy (January 6, 1920 – February 8, 2006, a figurative French sculptor.. Signed on back underside Ipoustegy '66 2/9.
I'm many museum and public art collections such as:
Abu Dhabi, National Museum of Saadiyat Island.
Baltimore, Baltimore Museum of Art.
Berlin, Nationalgalerie.
Bobigny, Fonds Départemental d’Art Contemporain.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, US (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT) — Cénotaphe (1957)[8]
Châlons en Champagne, Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie.
Chicago, Art Institute.
Copenhagen, Carlsberg Glyptotek.
Darmstadt, Hessiches Landesmuseum.
Dun sur Meuse, Centre Ipoustéguy
Evanston, Illinois, Mary and Leigh...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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
Mid-20th Century Murano Glass Bookends by Luciano Gaspari – Striking Pair
Located in CABA, AR
These unique pieces are a testament to Italian craftsmanship and the timeless beauty of the design of that era, capturing the essence of Gaspari's characteristic style. Crafted by Lu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Important Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Female Nude Italian Murano Glass Sculpture
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning, rare and important vintage midcentury centrepiece in turquoise green glass sculpture female nude bust and torso by Ermanno Nason (1928-2014) for Cenedese of Murano, Venice,...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Multi Color Glass Egg Sculpture by Kosta Boda
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage hand-blown Art glass sculpture by Kosta Boda. This sculpture, shaped like an egg and in soft and bright hues of blues, lavender and whites was created by Monica Bac...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Sculpture by Siegried Jonas
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jolie sculpture par Siegfried Jonas vers 1950 en bronze, très jolie fonte.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$22,922
Aldo Londi Rimini Petrol Blue Ceramic Horse by Bitossi Italy
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Utrecht, NL
Aldo Londi, Bitossi petroleum blue and green pottery horse.
Beautiful color and glaze.
Circa late 1960.
Fully marked, numbered on the bottom.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Stainless Steel Abstract Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Stainless steel abstract sculpture.
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Still Stand No10: Sculptural Wood Elegance, Tall Totem by NONO by 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
Oversized Dice Sculpture with Red Dots by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage oversized Lucite sculpture designed by Charles Hollis Jones in the 1960s.
The sculpture is 4" square and the Lucite is clear and free of clouding, craze or hazing.
The pain...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite, Acrylic
Geometric constructivist Sculpture Crafted from Wood by Jan Hoog, 1981
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This solid wood sculpture, commissioned by the city of The Hague, evokes architecture with its stacked geometric blocks reminiscent of a model for an apartment building. Created in t...
Category
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Rare Stan Bitters Tall Abstract Environmental Ceramic Sculpture, 1970s
By Stan Bitters
Located in Monrovia, CA
1970s Stan Bitters RARE Abstract Environmental Ceramic Sculpture.
This RARE Monumental Mid century Modern Stan Bitters Ceramic Sculpture Is A
Gorgeous Vintage Piece Of The Master...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Mid-century Modern abstract sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern abstract sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage abstract sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern abstract sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original abstract sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Joel Escalona, Curtis Jeré, Carstens Tönnieshof, and Gerhard Liebenthron. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for abstract sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $76 and tops out at $260,000 while the average work can sell for $1,960.
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