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Modern Abstract Sculptures

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
21st Century Karim Rashid Queen Vase Murano Glass Steel Grey and Emerald Green
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
21st century Karim Rashid Queen vase Murano glass various Amber base Blue Top Queen designed by Karim Rashid is a curvaceous vase that combine regality with visual wit. Proposed in c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Murano Glass

James Coignard Glass Sculpture
Located in Den Haag, NL
Solid glass sculpture from renowned French artist James Coignard (1925-2008). Solid Murano glass incorporating gold leaf and oxblood. This is number 6 of 30. Very impressive piece in...
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1990s French Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Murano Glass

GUFRAM Cactus Ultraviolet Sculptural Coatrack by Drocco & Mello
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Cactus: The Invisible Spectrum is a collection by Gufram that features three unique and surprising Cactus inspiried by the optical wavelenght range. Gufram makes exceptionally visibl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Other

Vintage Aquamarine Glass Menhir Sculpture Table Lamp, 1950s
Located in Florence, IT
Vintage Aquamarine Glass Menhir Sculpture table lamp with led light. The Menhirs (from the Breton men and hir "long stone"; in Italian also "pietrafitta") are monolithic megaliths. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Glass

Small Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Small Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier The Dew vase is made in our atelier utilizing the lost wax casting technique. Various sizes and custom finishes are available by reques...
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2010s European Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Triangular Footed Planters by Willy Guhl, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural triangular concrete planters by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Each planter has a concrete leg at each corner of the planter which allows the planter to float a couple of inc...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Concrete

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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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Studio Ceramic Ikebana Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique piece of ceramic art that also serves as a vessel. It features a textured ochre glaze and a 'U' shape with two openings that are connected at the bottom. Perfect for Ikebana...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic, Pottery

Bernard Girette puzzle aluminum abstract sculpture, titel Le Pentac .
By Bernard Girette
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bernard Girette designer of this aluminum sculpture of 5 components that can be arrange in many different options creating a different sculpture any , time. Title " Le Pentac"
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Aluminum

Ma Jun (1974), TV Ceramic Sculpture, "New China" Series, Chinese Art 2005
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful ceramic work of art by Ma Jun (1974) from his "New China" series. In the shape of a TV from the late 1900s enamelled with depictions of Chinese Mythology, part of the four ...
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Early 2000s Chinese Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Russell Secrest Modernist Abstract Kinetic Sculpture in Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abstract modernist sculpture, created by Russell Secrest. Drawing on his background in jewelry, the metal artist creates a dynamic form, in elegant hammered silver. The sculpture rot...
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1960s North American Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Sterling Silver

Italian Marble Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Marble Sculpture
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20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Marble

Pair sculptures of a couple , hand crafted in pigmented scagliola, unique
Located in London, GB
Standing 63cm tall, this pair of unique sculptures represent a couple, hand crafted in pigmented scagliola - a lengthy process that involves multiple stages of craftsmanship, sandi...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Reduce, Single Piece by Kajsa Willner
Located in Geneve, CH
Reduce by Kajsa Willner Dimensions: 30 x 1.6 x 30 cm Materials: Disposable Plastic casted in biobased plastic Swedish designer Kajsa Willner has cu...
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2010s Swedish Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Plastic

Zen Bonsai "Majestic Tree", Handmade in Italy, Signed by the artist
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Unique piece sign by the artist. The choice fell on Sophora Japonica, a beautiful native tree from Japan which the artist had already created for another client. The creation of th...
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2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Aluminum

Kelly Wearstler Signed Large Marble Sculpture on Lucite Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Introducing a large marble sculpture designed by the renowned Kelly Wearstler, a perfect masterpiece for your high-quality mid-century modern décor. Standing at 24" with its elegant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Marble

Carmelo Cappello Bronze Kinetic Sculpture, Signed, Numbered, Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional style sculpture for the well known Italian artist Carmelo Cappello. This is signed and dated 37/99 and 1978. The work shows patina of age and the work seats lose on the b...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze, Brass

No.106 Stoneware Sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee
Located in Geneve, CH
No.106 stoneware sculpture, Tonfisk by Ciona Lee One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 17 x H 28 cm Materials: black stoneware, satin cream glaze Variations of si...
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2010s British Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

Pink Marble and Age Bronze Abstract Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Pink marble and patinated abstract bronze sculpture on a walnut base. Measurements: 7.75” Deep, 13” Wide 18.25” High.
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1970s American Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Modern Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
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20th Century Unknown Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Fragile Structure#10 Norihiko Terayama Berndt Friberg
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This series is made up of some glass and some ceramic works. These works are highly unique form and looking. Norihiko Terayama created them from damaged vases, coffee cups and so on....
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2010s Japanese Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Dietrich Mohr sculpture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Impressive sculpture by Dietrich-mohr in corten stainless. Signed under the base
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1960s German Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Stainless Steel

Doug Delind Ceramic Face
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Doug Delind Raku-Fired Ceramic 2 sided face Sculpture. Signed on side of base. In nice original condition! Face shows some lines in the glaze as seen in ph...
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1980s Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Doug Delind Ceramic Face
Doug Delind Ceramic Face
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Abstract sculpture of a seated woman, one of a kind, cast
Located in London, GB
This substantial one of a kind abstract sculpture depicts a seated woman, hand crafted, molded and cast in stone resin. The piece features a beautiful patina in shades of mossy grey...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Resin, Epoxy Resin

Abstract Stone Sculpture Totem 06 by Alberto Cabiddu
Located in Weesp, NL
Totem 06 made of Pietra Di Vicenza. Pietra di Vicenza Limestone is a distinguished natural stone revered for its medium-grain texture and soft, creamy color palette. Quarried in the ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Brass, Steel

1980's Modernists Marble Sculpture
Located in Denton, TX
Beautifully carved out of one piece of beige marble it seems to have curved steps to a higher level, with some sharp angles plunging into the abyss. Unknown artist 1985.
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20th Century North American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Marble

Artistic Milk-White Murano Glass Vase, by Romano Donà, Italy, 1990s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Artistic milk-white and iridescent vase with Murano glass and paste, by Romano Donà, Italy, 1990s. This artistic vase, entirely made with blown Murano glass in the 1990s, has a uniq...
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1990s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Sunset Sculpture Vase by Maria Lenskjold
Located in Geneve, CH
Sunset Sculpture Vase by Maria Lenskjold Dimensions: H 30 cm Materials: Stoneware Maria Lenskjold’s practice is based on a consi...
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2010s South African Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Stoneware

Modernist Bronze Sculpture by Henri Delcambre
Located in New York, NY
"L'Espace" by Henri Delcambre bronze, stamped at the base.
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1970s French Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Waveform Carved Square Sculpture by Bradley Duncan Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved square waveform Redwood Measures: 48” x 5.25” x 3.5” 2018 8 LBS waveform- Burnt with an icon of authenticity Produced by hand in Los Angeles, CA. from regional wood. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Peter Bramhall Amber, Clear Glass Orb
Located in New York, NY
Eye catching hand bown glass orb with amber/honey colred internal glass threads. Signed on bottom.
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20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass

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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1990s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Feng Shui Bonsai "Cascata", Handmade in Italy, Sculpture, Contemporary
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Cascata Bonsai is inspired by the Niagara falls. The materials are wood and metals, representing both the strength of life and the roots of Mother Nature. Sculptures are composed...
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2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Aluminum

Three-Stone Mill Wheels as Modern Table Sculptures, Sold Singly
Located in Sheffield, MA
The stone mill wheels are attached to wire stands with iron bases lined underneath with padding. Measures: Two with the height of 15.25".
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Iron, Wire

Modern Martin Pedestal Sculpture White Gold Leaf Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Martin Pedestal Stand, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. Martin is the perfect standing piece of art to enhance any interior. A unique design with co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Onyx, Gold Leaf

Marble Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Green Marble Abstract Form Sculpture
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20th Century Unknown Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Marble

Dali Vase Green, Glass Object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add an Artistic Touch to Your Space with the Captivating Dali Vase Glass Object Elevate your interior design with the mesmerizing beauty of the Dali Vase Glass Object. Inspired by t...
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2010s Turkish Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Brazilian Metal Flag Sculpture, 2012
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary Brazilian modern steel flag sculpture on black acrylic box by unknown artist. Signed and dated.
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Francesco Marcangeli Bronze Sculpture Titled "Giustizia"
Located in Plainview, NY
Francesco Marcangeli Contemporary sculpture titled "Giustizia" is made in 1980's in Rome, Italy. The bronze sculpture is setting on a limestone ba...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Limestone, Bronze

Signed Bronze Figurative Abstract Sculpture French 90's
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful cast bronze figurative French abstract sculpture is a single breast as the subject matter. It is signed and numbered 100. It has been professionally polished. Sorry th...
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1990s French Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Murano Sign Formia Black, Red, Blue, Pink, Green Glass Sculpture Italian
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous vintage wave hand blown glass sculpture by Formia Murano was done in the 80s is like an abstract painting of luminous color patterns. It sits and is attached as was mad...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Bronze Ramon Lago Signed Vintage Geometric Modernist Monumental Floor Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This fantastic solid bronze floor sculpture is geometric with lyrical forms. It is signed on the left hand side front on an angle R. Lago 86. He is sculptor whose first name is Ramon. It is a one of a kind four-arm sculpture that is 4 feet high. The base is two steps...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Luxury Vase #10 "Orazio". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy. 2020.
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Gaudí Batlló 2 Door Knob by Antoni Gaudí
Located in Geneve, CH
Gaudí Batlló 2 Door Knob by Antoni Gaudí Dimensions: D8 x H4 cm Materials: Brass Before reissuing Gaudí’s furniture, BD, together with the archit...
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2010s Spanish Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Brass

A Pair of Patinated Steel Cubes
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of patinated steel cubes. Made by a RISDI artist, each side has a unique surface. Heavy, approx. 3.6mm thick with adjustable gliders on the bottom of...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Contemporary 'Eye' Sculpture Black Glass, Brass and 24 Kt Gold by Ghiro Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2023 Colletion of decorative objects by Ghiro Studio (Italy,Milan). The 'Eye' is not only a luxury refined piece of furniture but it is also a hand carved sculpture designed to embel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Gold, Brass

Unique Samaia Fruit Bowl by Ia Kutateladze
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Samaia fruit bowl by Ia Kutateladze Dimensions: 29 x 27 x H 12 cm Materials: Raw black clay IAAI / Ia Kutateladze is a Georgian multidisciplinary designer based in Berl...
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2010s German Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Clay

Pebble Black Marble Meditative Cushion by On.Entropy Ideal as a Desk Accessory
Located in Athens, GR
This desk accessory shaped as a "cushion" is designed with softness in mind; it wishes to engage the senses around the plasticity of marble. It is hand sculpt on a single piece of a ...
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2010s Greek Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Marble

Luxury Vase #51 "Fragile". Porcelain. Handmade design and crafted in Italy. 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Porcelain

Miguel Berrocal La Mini Maria Nickel-Plated Puzzle Sculpture Box and Book
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Miguel Berrocal La Mini Maria nickel-plated puzzle sculpture in box with book. Listing includes puzzle sculpture, stand, original box, book, and packaging, circa 1960s. Measurements:...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

American Contemporary Curtis Jere Oxidized Brass Wall Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
American contemporary wall sculpture of oxidized brass wire in 5 interconnected sunburst shapes (C. Jere)
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20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Brass

'Ornamentum 3' 6mm Lasered Aluminium Sculpture Orson Van Beek & Quinten Mestdagh
Located in Antwerp, BE
‘Ornamentum 3’ (floor lamp inspired) sculpture made from 6mm lasered aluminium. Designed as part of a collaborative project between spatial designer Orson Van Beek and fashion design...
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2010s Belgian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Aluminum

Hattakitkosol Somchai Art Bronze Bird Sculpture
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning abstract gilded bronze sculpture of a seagull or other bird in flight is by Thai artist Hattakitkosol Somchai (1934-2000). The detailing and sheer size make this gorgeo...
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Late 20th Century Thai Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze

Vintage Antonio Grediaga Kieff Bronze Abstract Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This sensual and amazing small edition bronze sculpture is by the noted and prolific Canadian sculptor: Antonio Grediaga Kieff. It is abstract and ch...
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1980s Canadian Vintage Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Handcrafted 015 Coupe by Lovebuch
Located in Geneve, CH
Handcrafted 015 coupe by Lovebuch Dimensions: Ø 21 x H 16 cm Materials: Sandstone, handcrafted piece. Katia works with wood and clay, these raw, powerfully expressive materials are shaped to create a poetry of objects that inhabit our daily lives. Sculptural ceramics...
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2010s French Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Sandstone

Monumental Arturo Di Modica Carrara Marble Abstract Sculpture (1941-2021)
Located in Hamburg, PA
A Monumental White Carrara Marble Abstract Sculpture by Arturo Di Modica. The Italian American Sculptor for the Charging Bull Bronze (1987-1989) at the New York Stock Exchange NYC. T...
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20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

20th Century Bottle Dryer, in the Style of Porte-Bouteilles by Marcel Duchamp
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Original vintage bottle dryer or bottle holder in the style of the well-known "Readymade" with the name "Porte-Bouteille" by the French Artist Mar...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Marre Moerel Anatomy Series Signed Edition Gluteus Murano Glass Vase Covo, Italy
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Marre Moerel Signed and Numbered Limited Edition "Gluteus" Murano Glass Vase for Covo, Italy, ca 2001. This vase is part of her Anatomy Series and is numbered #5 of 29. The glass is a deep purple color (eggplant or wine) cased with white glass sandwiched with a pink/clear glass on the interior. Marre has said that the shapes were in reference to the beauty of the human body and colors chosen to reflect the variety of skin tones. Highly evocative and intriguing, this design is beautiful and also evokes conversation and thought. A true piece of art! This sculpture is part of a project named Smash, and curated by Emmanuel Babled for Covo in 2001. A group of famous designers (James Irvine, Jeffrey Bennet, Jerszy Seymour, Marre Moerel, Richard Hutten, Ritsue Mishima...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Round Form by Erin Vincent, 2024
Located in Chicago, IL
A textural round wall sculpture made from paper tubes, aqua resin, and acrylic on panel by Canadian artist Erin Vincent. Signed and dated en verso. Hanging hardware not included. Er...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Resin, Paper

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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Mid-20th Century North American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Chrome

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