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Animal Sculptures For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Neoclassical
Tigris Cat Vase By Anneleise Beckh For Schmider, West Germany 1950’s
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Striking black and yellow Tigris cat vase designed by Anneleise Beckh for West German company Schmider Keramik Inscrutable expression on this strong design pi...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair of Carved Wood Lions from Minas Gerais
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and remarkable pair of mid century lions in repose hand carved, in a stylized modern form, from the Cammatillo tree or Kingwood grown in the Minas Gerais region of Brazil.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Kingwood

1970s Large Bohemian Glass Fish
Located in Praha, CZ
Large vintage art glass decoration. Produced in former Czechoslovakia in Novy Bor Glassworks in the 1970's.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass

Pair of Rare Rookwood Raven Bookends, 1940s, USA
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful and rare ceramic Rookwood Raven bookends, mid-1940s, USA. Turquoise crackle glaze.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Mid Century Murano Glass Fish In Blue/ Green Tones , Glass Art - Italy ca. 1970
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary designed, colorful Murano glass fish from the period around 1970. Another highly decorative piece in our fine Murano glass selection. This fantastic Murano glass fish s...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Scandinavian Vintage Oak Rabbit by Kay Bojesen Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
This Scandinavian Original vintage genuine wooden articulated Rabbit toy was Designed and produced by Kay Bojesen, Denmark 1950s. All four limbs are jointed...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Maple, Oak

Murano golden Vintage Cat with Gold Accents in It 1960
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Murano Vintage Cat With Gold Accents Additional information: Dimensions: 11 W x 7 D x 18 H cm Period of Time: 1960 Country of origin: Italy Condition: Ver...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Midcentury Sculpture Swan Figure in Travertine by Fratelli Mannelli, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful sculpture swan figure in travertine attributed to Fratelli Mannelli. Made in Italy in the 1970s. This item is a wonderful addition to every modern home.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Travertine, Marble

Bruno Gambone Stoneware Abstract Cow Sculpture 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Bruno Gambone abstract stoneware sculpture cow in cream white glazed ceramic made by Bruno Gambone in the 1970s, signed Gambone Italy on the bottom.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Stoneware

African Woman Figurine Sculpture by Leopold Anzengruber, Vienna, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and decorative, lovely detailed sculpture/ figurine, vintage from the 1950s, portraying a sitting nude African woman with a brass bracelet wearing a skirt. Designed and h...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Stunning French Bulldog Pug Dogs Ceramic Statue Sculpture Vintage, Italy, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 20th century ceramic figurine, in beautiful condition. Figurine Statue in the shape of a bull dog in black and white shades. It was made probably in the 1980s in Italy, it is marked at the ground. Nice addition to your credenza or just for your collection of pug dog items...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Modernist Elephant and Chicken by Deru Germany
By Deru
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Deru animal figures are handmade out of one piece of leather. Chicken has a height of 6 cm
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather

Large Vintage Hand Painted Ceramic Roaring Tiger, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This piece is made in glazed and hand painted ceramic. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in exc...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Elephant, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Elephant, 1960s The proportions are wonderfully genuine, the horse amazingly high and the eye-catcher par excellence. One ear is partially missi...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Leather

Majolica Fish Sealife Platter Vallauris, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica sealife platter Vallauris, circa 1950. High relief of 2 fishs, seaweeds, shells, crab, oyster. Nautical style. 10 inches diameter  
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Murano Vintage Double Fish Swim In Algae Italian Aquarium Sculpture Paperweight
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso double fish aquarium Italian art glass sculpture. Created in the manner of designer Riccardo Licata and the Avem company. One fish has a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Sculpted Elephant in Polished Pink and Beige Marble
Located in Antwerp, BE
A modern work of art of a sculpted elephant in polished pink and beige marble. Not signed. Height 38 cm.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Knud Kyhn Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Seated Bear Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful and stylish mid-century Danish Royal Copenhagen porcelain seated bear figure by renowned artist Knud Kyhn (Danish, 1880-1969) and dating fr...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Italian mid-century Ceramic sculpture of a sea lion by Urbano Zaccagnini, 1920s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Ceramic sculpture of a sea lion by Urbano Zaccagnini, 1920s Ceramic sculpture depicting a sea lion with its snout pointing upwards. Finely crafted and painted. Pr...
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1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Decorative Objects Sculpures Cats Murano Glass Zanetti Midcentury 70s Set of 2
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 sculptural cats/decorative objects Produced in Italy in the 70s by Licio Zanetti. Signature embossed on the bottom of the base. Each individual cat was made of two-tone Mura...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Metal Bull Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Metal Bull Sculpture
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Mid-Century Solid Brass Peacock
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Stunning single peacock made of heavy solid brass. measures an impressive 22" in length! No maker's marks that I've found Beautiful addition to any decor
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Small bear figurine by walter bosse vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Small bear figurine by walter bosse vienna around 1950s Original condition
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Pair of Russian Borzoi Bronze sculpture. P. Rossi Italy 1950´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Pair of Russian Borzoi Bronze sculpture. P. Rossi Italy 1950´s. High Quality Bronze Sculpture of a pair of dogs, mounted over a green marble base. Very nice to use as a paperweight on a desk. The Borzoi or Russian Hunting...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Walter Bosse Candleholder 'Bear', circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse Candleholder 'Bear', circa 1950s Original condition The candle is not included it is only for the photoshooting
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Pen holder by walter bosse shows a mouse around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Pen holder by walter bosse shows a mouse around 1950s Original condition The pen is not for sale it is only for the photoshooting
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Brass

2 Mid Century Brass Hornbill Toucan Bird Head Sculptures Statues Bookends 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
Impressive mid century pair of brass Hornbill Toucan bird bookends or sculptures. Made in Taiwan, Republic of China. Dimensions: 12.5" x 4.5" x 10" (Width x Depth x Height)
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Scandinavian Vintage Wooden Mouse by H F Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
This Scandinavian Original vintage genuine wooden articulated toy Mouse was designed in Denmark 1950s and produced in Denmark as it is marked on the underside. It is in wonderful co...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Leather

Pair of Small Bronze Midcentury Giraffe Sculptures, American Art
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming pair of mid-20th-century American bronze giraffe sculptures exudes a playful and whimsical character, a delightful addition to a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Seguso Archimede Murano Large Pair Of Birds "Vetro Sommerso" Shaded
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the whole description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Refin...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Stylish Ceramic Glazed Handpainted Dog Sculpture, Italy, Late 1950s
Located in Verviers, BE
This stylish dog sculpture dates to the late 1950s-1960s and was fabricated in Italy. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty! Available other Art Nouveau, Art deco an...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Cenedese Artistic Handmade Egg "Aquarium" Murano Glass Sculpture, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Impressive large hand blown egg-shaped Aquarium sculpture in Murano glass. This unique piece was designed by Barbini for Cenedese in Murano, Italy in the 1960s. This fantastic Mur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Murano glass 'Blue e Rosso' circa 1950 pair of pheasants.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible pair of Archimede Seguso Murano glass 'blue e rosso' circa 1950 pheasants.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

A.Ve.M. Murano Purple Red Green Swimming Double Fish Italian Art Glass Aquarium
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso double fish Italian art glass aquarium block sculpture. Documented to the Arte Vetraria Muranese company (A.Ve.M.). Similars a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Mid Century Rare Davide Sculpture, Gypsum, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful and unique Davide Sculpture, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Davide sculpture was produced in Italy. Only one item available.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Early Original Bear by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950's
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Early Original Bear by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950's. This piece is stamped.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Gunnar Nylund, ceramic sculpture/vase/bowl, shape of fish, Scandinavian Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic vase/bowl in shape of a fish, designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstand. Sweden mid-1900s. Signed. In good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Beautiful Lobster Sculpture Nickeled Metal, Vintage, Italy, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This nickel plated metal lobster statue was most likely made in the 1980s in Italy. Can not tell the maker or the artist. This particular lobster statue ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Rare Pair of bronze statues of French Lions, 1800s
Located in Milano, IT
In the soft glow of a dimly lit room, there stands a pair of French statuettes from the enchanting 1800s, a testament to a bygone era of elegance and opulence. These remarkable works of art, fashioned from lustrous bronze, exude an air of timeless grandeur that beckons you to step closer and marvel at their exquisite craftsmanship. Each statuette is a masterpiece in its own right, a testament to the skill and dedication of the master sculptor who brought them into existence. The attention to detail is nothing short of astonishing, with every sinew of the majestic lions' bodies meticulously chiseled and lovingly rendered. The craftsmanship is so fine that one cannot help but be captivated by the lifelike expressions and powerful stances of these regal creatures. These two lions, poised in a position of imposing authority, emanate an aura of strength and royalty that transcends time and space. Their heads held high, their fierce eyes gazing into the distance, they embody the very essence of majesty and dominance. Their finely chiseled manes cascade down their muscular necks, a testament to their untamed, wild nature. But it is not just their form that captivates the beholder; it is the material itself that adds to their allure. Cast entirely in bronze, these lions bear traces of antiquity beneath their paws, a subtle reminder of the centuries that have passed since their creation. The patina of age only enhances their mystique, as if they have borne witness to a thousand stories, silently guarding the secrets of the past. In symbolism, lions are revered as symbols of strength and royalty, and these statuettes do justice to that legacy. They are more than mere sculptures...
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Early 1800s French Neoclassical Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Abraham Palatnik Lucite Acrylic Sculpture Doves Bird Brazil, 1970s
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Doves bird sculpture in Lucite and acrylic by Abraham Palatnik, circa 1970.
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Resin, Acrylic, Lucite

Palatnik-Like Italian Op Art Translucent Acrylic/Lucite Owl Sculpt/Paperweight
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Palatnik-like italian Op Art acrylic/lucite monochromatic translucent owl sculpture/paperweight By: Abraham Palatnik (in the style of...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Acrylic, Lucite, Synthetic

Vintage Camel Figurine Mid Century Modern Decor
Located in Seattle, WA
Camel Figurine on a Wooden Base. Possibly Brass, Slight Petina on a Gold Tone. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 9 W ; 4 D ; 7 H
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Brass

1960's Pair Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. Highly decorative.
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Large Mid-Century 1970s Italian Terracotta Hand Painted Whimsical Giraffe
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large mid-century terracotta hand painted glazed whimsical Giraffe posed in lying position, made in Italy. In fine original , very little loss to glazing, as seen in the black mane. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Abraham Palatnik. Owl II, c 1970. Signed under the base. Painted acrylic resin
Located in PARIS, FR
This captivating piece, entitled "Owl II", is a creation by the artist Abraham Palatnik, dating from about 1970. Made of acrylic resin painted with artistic meticulousness, this work...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Resin, Acrylic

Aldo Londi Italian Ceramic Bird Sculptures for Bitossi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: Large - 17in H x 3in W x 4in D Medium - 15in H x 3in W x 4in D Small - 12in H x 3in W x 4in D
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Leather Patchwork Turtle Pouf, Switzerland 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very good vintage condition.
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Leather

Sterling Silver and Shell Snail Sculpture Paperweight
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Wonderful Snail made from Sterling Silver that shows the hand of the craftsman who created it. To complete the illusion the snail has the addition of a real sea shell. Very nice scul...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Silver

Rosenthal Porcelain Figurine of a Huddling Penguin Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine mid-century Rosenthal porcelain figurine. In the form of a pair of penguins huddling together with one another. Entitled "Pinguinpaar" (Penguin Pair), design no. 693. Designed by Karl Himmelstoss for Rosenthal. Marked to the base with a green Rosenthal maker's mark, two old Rosenthal labels, an A.S. Cooper & Sons Bermuda retail label. There is an impressed mark beneath one of the Rosenthal labels which is likely H.693 for the model number. Simply a wonderful Rosenthal penguin...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

1970s Life Size Italian Terracotta Dalmatian Dog Figurine with Majolica Glaze
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage ceramic Dalmatian dog with cute red bow and adorable eyes, marked Italy on the base. Height: 60 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Era Ronzan Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Cheetah Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sizable ceramic and well executed Cheetah sculpture is signed by the maker Ronzan of Italy and dates to approximately 1960 and done in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Stylish Ceramic Glazed Handpainted Dog Sculpture, Italy, Late 1950s
Located in Verviers, BE
This stylish dog sculpture dates to the late 1950s-1960s and was fabricated in Italy. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty! Available other Art Nouveau, Art deco an...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Libuse Niklova Accordion Squeaky Toy Cat „Tomcat“ by Fatra, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming Classic vintage plastic squeaky toy cat „Liba, the tomcat“ with accordion body, designed in 1963 by Libuse Niklova, executed by Fatra Napajed...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Plastic

Mid-Century Wall Ceramic Sculpture Woman Face Mask by Cortendorf, Germany, 1950s
Located in Andernach, DE
Original 1950s to 1960s West German 3D wall sculpture by well known Majolika ceramic makers: Cortendorf of Western Germany. Beautifully designed and made from dark clay commonly referred to as 'Majolika' ceramics. The surface is rough, the glaze is thick and shiny in white, light blue the headscarf, light yellow the hair, and bright red the lips. Marked: 3694, as well as 'Made in Western Germany'.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair Of Red Travertine Elephant Bookends And A Giraffe
Located in London, London
Set of three bookends Made from red travertine One giraffe and a pair of elephants By Fratelli Mannelli Giraffe measures 13 x 4 x 2 Italy 1970s/1980s
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Travertine

Pair of Ceramic Bird Sculptures Blue Colored Animal Sculptures
Located in Miami, FL
A charming pair of Italian ceramic birds. Hand-crafted and hand-painted in a stunning turquoise then glazed, these birds would make a fantastic...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Large Mid Century Brass Elk Bust
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant mid century elk head made of solid brass. Very good vintage condition with nice patina to brass.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Seguso Fish Figurine Copper / Rose Gold Flecks Sommerso Art Glass Moray Eel
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This 24cm tall Aventurine fish figurine with rose gold dust inclusions by Seguso is skillfully handcrafted and has an elongated and graceful shape, with a finely detailed tail and bl...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Glass

Vintage, Mid-Century, Contemporary and Antique Animal Sculptures

Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.

Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.

In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.

Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.

Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.

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