Mid-Century Modern Animal 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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Pair of Lobster Shaped Plates by Fitz & Floyd
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of lobster shaped plates by Fitz & Floyd, circa 2000s. The pair are in very good vintage condition with no chips, cracks or crazing and measure 5.5"W x 12"D x 1"H. Nice set wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Boar by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in 'Rimini blue' Italy ca. 1960
By Aldo Londi
Located in South Salem, NY
Aldo Londi's Ceramic Boar, created for Bitossi in the enchanting 'Rimini blue' glaze circa 1960, is a stunning representation of Italian ceramic artistry. Crafted with meticulous att...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Articulated Japanese Crawfish / Lobster Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage articulated Japanese crawfish / lobster sculpture, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 13.75"W x 4.25"D 2"H.
The sculpture is well detailed...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Danilo Zanella - Massive Charging "Toro" Bull Gold Fleck Murano Glass - Italy
Located in St. Louis, MO
Murano Glass Master artist Danilo Zanella handmade massive charging " El Toro " Bull Sculpture of Murano glass with gold fleck - made in Italy in the Mid-Century Modern Style. This m...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Mid Century French Kulang Bronze Macaw Parrot Bird Sculptures Statues 27"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century pair of French bronze Macaw Parrots / birds perched on stands with nice patina, signed Kulang. The parrots are shown with impressive life like design to the feathers, be...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Japanese Iron Kewpie Paperweights Sculptures Metal Arts Birds
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare pair of cast iron Kewpie birds; mother and child. Large one weighs approx. 2.5 lbs. and is 4 inches long, small one is about a third of that.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Disney " pluto " wall decoration made of iron vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Disney " pluto " wall decoration made of iron vienna around 1960s
Original condition
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage Asian Ceramic Elephant Plantstand in Beige, 1970s
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This rare ceramic elephant plantstand in beige and white was designed and made in India in the seventies. In very good condition with no damages.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Ceramic Tiger Statue Sculpture MCM Hollywood Regency style 1950s
Located in Seattle, WA
The vintage Italian ceramic tiger statue is a striking piece of mid-century modern decor, showcasing a dynamic and lifelike representation of a tiger. With its vibrant orange and bla...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Decorative Object Dog Porcelain Sculpture Mid-Century Modern Italian Design 70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Very nice and large dog in white enamelled porcelain with golden definitions. Italian production from the 70s. Please watch the video and photos carefully, thank you.
Weight: 1.080 ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Porcelain
Walter Bosse Cow Candleholder, Hertha Baller, Blackened Brass, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A candleholder in the form of a cow by Walter Bosse and manufactured by Hertha Baller, Austria, Vienna, in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The candleholder is made of blackened and polished brass. It can be used for small ball shaped candles.
This piece is an eyecatchers in every room.
About Walter Bosse and Hertha Baller:
Walter Bosse (November 13, 1904-December 13, 1979) was a Viennese artist, designer, ceramist, potter, metalworker, and craftsman noted for his modernist bronze animal...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Signed Millefiori-Infused Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin, original label
Located in Warrenton, OR
Signed Millefiori-Infused Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin, original label still affixed.
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A very handsome, handblown glass sculpture by the Italian Murano glass blower Josef Marcolin.
Josef Marcolin (1933-2015), who originallly lived and was trained as a glassblower in Murano, Italy, moved to Sweden with his brother Benito in 1954. They made beautiful blown glass/crystal sculptures, such as this one, that are known for their stunning, unique blend of Murano and Swedish style. In 1991 they moved back to Italy and continued to create for a short time under the name Sardinia Crystal...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Skunk Orange Colored Ceramic Money Box, Piggy Bank, Vintage, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous vintage money bank. A beautiful decorative item, Made in Germany or Italy, not sure. Nice addition to any collection, desktop, living room or children's room. Nice orange co...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vallauris & Monaco, France, Table Lamp in Glazed Ceramics Shaped like a Fish
By Vallauris
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Shellfish French 1960 Table Lamp in Ceramic Representing a Fish Vallauris
This can be use as a Decorative Garniture.
Vallauris & Monaco, France, Table Lamp in Glazed Ceramics Shaped ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Magnificent Bronze Parrot by Jules Moigniez, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
Magnificent 19th Century Bronze Parrot by Jules Moigniez
Height: 55 inches Parrot Height: 36 inches Weight: 22 kg
Material: Patinated Bronze with Polychrome Highlights
Signed: J. M...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bronzed Sculpture of a Palm Tree and Gazelle on a Rock Base
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A bronzed palm tree and Gazelle on a rock base sculpture, Marked T. T.W. on the side of the base. Nice patina and size. The sculpture measures 10" inches hig...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Metal
Giraffe figurine made of travertine marble by Fratelli Mannelli
Located in Berlin, BE
Giraffe sculpture in genuine travertine from Rapolano (Tuscany) made by the renowned Italien designer Fratelli Mannelli in the 1970s.
Next to figures by Fratelli Mannelli we offer...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
Archimede Seguso large sculptural group Murano glass bicolor 1950 fishes.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and large sculptural group of Murano glass by ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO 1950 bicolor with air bubbles fishes.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
French Midcentury Iridescent Glazed Cat Figures
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French midcentury stylized cat figures featuring an iridescent glaze.
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury White Big Dalmatian Dog Sculpture, Italy, 2000s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Dalmatian dog sculpture was produced in Italy. Only one dog av...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Salviati Attributed Venetian/Murano Glass Peacock Place Card Holder Figures
By Salviati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Fine pair of Venetian or Murano glass figurines or place card holders.
In the form of peacocks in yellow glass with gold foil with dark blue eyes.
Attributed to Salviati.
Simply a wonderful pair of Venetian or Murano glass peacocks...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Walter Bosse Salt Pepper Donkey Set, Black Brass Teak Wood, Hertha Baller, 1950
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A salt and pepper shaker donkey set designed by Walter Bosse and manufactured by Hertha Baller, Austria, Vienna, in midcentury in 1950s.
The donkey is made of blackened brass. The shakers are made of teak wood.
This charming piece is an eyecatcher for every kitchen or dining table.
About Walter Bosse and Hertha Baller:
Walter Bosse (November 13, 1904–December 13, 1979) was a Viennese artist, designer, ceramist, potter, metalworker, and craftsman noted for his modernist bronze animal figurines...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Large Ceramic Héron or crane bird wall sculpture, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Large vintage crane bird or Heron wall mounted sculpture made from glazed ceramic and metal.
Beautiful decorative piece.
1970s - Belgium
Very good condition
Dimensions:
height: 1...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Set of Three Glass Birds, FM Konstglass Ronneby, Sweden 1980s
Located in Bochum, NRW
A charming set of 3 Blue Art Glass Bird Paperweight Figurines from FM Ronneby, Sweden. These exquisite vintage ornaments will add a touch of elegance to any space. Crafted with preci...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Alabaster Elephant Sculpture, 1970s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Italian sculpture in alabaster, perfect for as desk decorative piece and paperweight.
Perfect condition.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
French Oak Statuette The Apothicary Replica From Amiens Cathedral circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
French handmade wood statue in oak.
Good condition and nice patina
Shipping:
10 / 11 / 41 cm 1.1 Kg.
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Norwegian Norway Mid-Century Teak Bear Sculpture In Manner of Arne Tjomsland
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully designed gem of a piece. This work made of teak was made in Norway in the mid-1950s. We believe it could very well be by renowned Norwegian designer Arne T...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Pair of MCM Teak Owl Sculptures by Skjode Skjern
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare pair of MCM teak owl sculptures with posable heads by Skjode Skjern of Denmark, circa 1950s. The owls are finely crafted and made of teak with walnut and...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
1960s Mid-Century Bronze Age Reproduction Bronze Bull Sculpture on Wood Base
Located in St. Louis, MO
1960s Mid-Century after the antique Bronze Age reproduction bronze bull sculpture on tapered balck wood base. In the style of the Anatolian Museum Ankara Bull around 2350 BC Early B...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
sgrafo mid century ceramic FIGURINE pair of cranes 1970s model no. 1152
Located in Mannheim, DE
1970s ceramic figurine manufactured by Sgrafo. A pair of cranes in different shades of brown and beige. Signed to bottom Sgrafo 1152.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 24 cm, width 16 cm, de...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Murano Glass Pulcino by Antonio Da Ros for Cenedese
Located in Bochum, NRW
Antonio da Ros for Cenedese - Pulcino (Bird).
Blue turquoise glass with murrine pattern in lemon yellow and pale brown. Two fused blue murrine as eyes and a melted blue funnel...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Large Wooden Hand Carved Horse Head Plaque
Located in Wichita, KS
Lovely Hand carved wooden Horse plaque with brackets to hand on the wall.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage MCM Lucite Whale Functional Sculpture for Desk or Vanity by Ritts
Located in Warrenton, OR
Vintage MCM Lucite Whale Functional Sculpture for Desk or Vanity by Ritts Astrolite.
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Perfect for the Mid-Century Modern affcionado who likes art and whales but who ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
1960s Hand-Crafted Porcelain Italian Figure of a Penguin by Ronzan
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The 1960s hand-crafted porcelain figure of a penguin by Ronzan is a charming and meticulously detailed piece of Italian artistry. This figure showcases a realistic and expressive depiction of a penguin, capturing the bird's unique characteristics with precision. The porcelain is carefully painted to reflect the natural beauty of a penguin, with a sleek white body, gray belly, golden accents, and subtle shading to highlight the texture of the feathers. The figure stands in an upright pose, with its wings slightly spread and its head tilted, giving it a lifelike and endearing appearance. The craftsmanship of Ronzan is evident in the intricate details, from the delicate features of the penguin's face to the smooth finish of the porcelain. This figure would be a delightful addition to any collection of mid-century Italian ceramics...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Seguso Murano Sommerso Orange Red Italian Art Glass Flying Duck Bird Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, extra large, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso golden yellow, orange over red, Italian art glass flying duck centerpiece sculpture. Documented to designer Archimede Segus...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Vintage Whale Sculpture Moby Dick in Iron, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Vintage interpretation of Herman Melville's Moby Dick. The great white whale. It is executed in sheet iron and measures 64 cm in length. According to its latest owner is was a part o...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
1970s Original Travertine Horse Sculpture by F.lli Mannelli
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Original travertine horse sculpture by F.lli Mannelli.
The item is in excellent condition. Made in Italy.
Dimension:
1,77 w x 0,39 D x 1,57 H...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
Midcentury Brown Shepherd Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Brown Shepherd Dog Sculpture was produced in England. Only one...
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Small Richard Rohac Monkey Figurine, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Small Richard Rohac monkey figurine, circa 1950s
Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Ceramic Majolica Italian Grey Hound Midcentury
Located in Rochester, NY
Majolica Italian grey hound. Mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Walter Bosse Brass Dinner Bell Displaying a Cat by Herta Baller, Austria, 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming midcentury table bell displaying a cat. A humorous design by Walter Bosse, executed by Herta Baller Austria in the 1950s. Made of brass, in very good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Teak Carved Stork Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Danish teak carved storks. The larger one measures 2.75" x 1.5" x 14.75" the smaller one is 2.5" x 1.625" x 10". In good original condition with some wear consist...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Cat Brass Ashtray or Bowl
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1950 vintage cat brass ashtray or bowl.
This can be used as a sculpture too.
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Shoehorn Shows a horse head vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Shoehorn Shows a horse head vienna around 1950s
Original condition
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Royal Copenhagen Stoneware Elephant and Bear by Knud Kyhn, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This series of elephants / mammoths, bears, deers etc was designed by the Danish ceramist Knud Kyhn (KK) all the way back in 1929-36. Hugely inspired by the sung glazes applied in Ax...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
GUIDO CACCIAPUOTI - Grés d'arte - Made in Italy 1940.
Located in Milano, IT
An original piece is of great quality and design, signed GUIDO CACCIAPUOTI, made in the 1940s and published in the various books concerning the production of this author.
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
VTG Scandinavian Art Glass Lion Figurine Design Lisa Larson / Skruf attributed
By Skruf
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A beautiful Scandinavian design crystal lion figurine probably designed by Lisa Larson for Skruf.
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Hand-Carved Wooden Pelican Sculpture with Fish
Located in Southampton, NJ
A striking and whimsical hand-carved wooden sculpture featuring a stylized pelican holding a fish in its beak. This unique mid-century modern piece is crafted from solid Douglas Fur ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Small Walter Bosse Cat Figurine Around 1950s, 'Marked'
Located in Wien, AT
Small Walter bosse cat figurine around 1950s
Brass, Nickel - plated
Original condition.
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Midcentury Mini White Dalmatian Dog Sculpture, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, very good original vintage condition. No damages or cracks. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Mini Dalmatian Dog Sculpture was produced in Italy. Only one d...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Decorative Exotic Wood and Nickel Bird
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice decorative bird is made of exotic wood and nickel. This is a French work. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Nickel
Walter Bosse Midcentury Cow Brass Figurine, Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A little cow sculpture made of brass from the 1950s. Designed by Walter Bosse, executed by Hertha Baller. In good condition with charming patina on the brass.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Signed, Blown Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin
Located in Warrenton, OR
Signed, Blown Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Josef Marcolin
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A very special sculpture. Blue and wine-red blown glass fish by the Italian Murano glass blower Josef Marcolin.
Measures approximately 5.5 x 5.5 x 1.75 inches.
Josef Marcolin (1933-2015), who originallly lived and was trained as a glassblower in Murano, Italy, moved to Sweden with his brother Benito in 1954. They made beautiful blown glass/crystal sculptures, such as this one, that are known for their stunning, unique blend of Murano and Swedish style. In 1991 they moved back to Italy and continued to create for a short time under the name Sardinia Crystal...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Fratelli Toso Murano Rainbow Filigrana Ribbons Italian Art Glass Swan Figurine
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown rainbow Filigrana ribbons with satin surface Italian art glass swan bird figurine. The piece is documented to the Fratelli Toso company, with silv...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Wall Hanging Tile Glazed Parrot, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage ceramic glazed wall hanging tile. Relief design of a parrot in colorful glazes and high gloss. Hangs from an iron chain. Dimensions: 20W x 47H x 2...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Italian Ceramic or Porcelain Cat and Dog Sculptures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Best friends together, vintage Italian life size dog and cat figures on matching cushions, crafted in ceramic, hand decorated and glazed.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Sculpture Glazed Ceramic Dog Sealed
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Beautiful and exclusive enameled ceramic that represents a dog with an intense look, an incredible curly coat and enormous nails that make it an extremely rare and unique work. Seale...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Snake Ornamental Sculpture in White and Gold Ceramic Tommaso Barbi, 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Snake ornamental sculpture In white and gold ceramic Tommaso barbi 1970s.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-century Modern animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern animal 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 animal sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern animal sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original animal sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Walter Bosse, Herta Baller, Sergio Bustamante, and Abercrombie & Fitch. 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 animal sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $34 and tops out at $295,000 while the average work can sell for $877.