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Modern Animal 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
White Marble Sculpture of a Reclining Lion in the Taste of Ancient Egypt.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
White marble sculpture of a reclining lion in the taste of ancient Egypt, 20th century. A white marble sculpture of a reclining lion in the taste of ancient Egypt, 20th century. H: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Armand Petersen: "Hippopotamus", Uniq known sculpture in white mat china, C.1932
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Armand PETERSEN (1891-1969) : "Hippopotamus" White mat enameled porcelain edited by Bing & Grundahl between 1932 and 1955 Originally planned for a 55 pieces edition, this exceptio...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Darla Jackson Baby Bunny with Crow's Mask Bronze Sculpture, 2015
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Baby bunny with crow's mask. A bronze sculpture by Darla Jackson. Orginally modelled in 2011. This piece was cast in 2015. Signed and dated to bas...
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2010s American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Painted ceramic cheetah with high-class base: elegance and character
Located in Villa Verucchio, Emilia-Romagna
A masterpiece of design and refinement The painted ceramic cheetah with high-class base is a true icon of style and craftsmanship. With its large dimensions of 20x90xh40 cm, this sc...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

European Studio Ceramicist, Large Unique Figure of Lying Cat, 1980s
Located in København, Copenhagen
European studio ceramicist. Large unique figure of a lying cat. Beautiful glaze in blue-green shades, 1980s. Measures: 20 x 11.5 cm. Signed. In excellent ...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

The Sable and Rabbit rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Sable & Rabbit Rider Sculpture Handmade Ceramic – One of a Kind This whimsical ceramic sculpture features a wide-eyed rabbit clutching the curled horns of a graceful sable antelope,...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Limited Edition Sterling Silver Giraffe Sculpture by Tim Nicklin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Limited edition sterling silver giraffe sculpture by Tim Nicklin, the giraffe walks on a ground with fallen tree branches. Mounted on a faux wood shaped me...
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20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Sterling Silver

Ceramic Monkey And Baby Sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Mother Monkey Sculpture" from Ardmore Ceramics, meticulously hand-sculpted and hand-painted by Sthabiso Hadebe, is a striking work of art that beautifully captures the essence o...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Sculpture Golden Tooth in Gilded Bronze, Contemporary Art, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture golden tooth in gilded bronze, contemporary art, 21st century. Gilded bronze sculpture, the golden tooth, contemporary art, 21st century. h: 18cm, w: 13.5cm, d: 13.5cm Wei...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Sculpture of a White Horse's Head, big size.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture of a white horse's head in composite material, metal base. Sculpture of a beautiful white horse's head, in resin and metal base, contemporary work. Material: Resin ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Vintage Ceramic Sculpted Octopus
Located in Miami, FL
A colorful vintage sculpture, is in very good condition. Unique and stylish, a wonderful centerpiece or focal point decor. Hand-crafted, ceramic with a glaze finish. This multicolo...
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20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Vintage Ceramic Sculpted Octopus
Vintage Ceramic Sculpted Octopus
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Elephants table lamp , handmade and cast
Located in London, GB
A sculptural table lamp of mother and baby elephants happily strolling with their trunks up . A functional artwork, hand crafted ,moulded and cast in resin. All the lamp's parts...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Animal Sculptures

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Resin

Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Discover the Ceramic Tiger Sculpture from Imvelo Natural Art, a breathtaking representation of wildlife artistry from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Pales...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Opinion Ciatti Ombres de Chats #2 Bookend
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ombres de Chats by Angelo Barcella are poetic objects, delicate table sculptures. Shadows of curious, busy, sore, angry or bored cats, instants which are made eternal when transforme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Steel

Loligo or Squid Metal Sculptures on Stone and Ceramic Bases by Larry Peters
Located in Topeka, KS
Interesting metal sculptures of loligo or squid by Kansas artist Larry Peters. They are in wonderful condition and ready to display. We have priced them ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Limestone, Metal

Crocodile Sculpture by Richard Orlinski, 2006.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Crocodile sculpture by Richard Orlinski, 2006. Gold crocodile sculpture by Richard Orlinski, resin, 2006. H: 38cm. W: 109cm. D: 47cm.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold

Valérie Courtet rhinoceros sculpture glazed stoneware circa 2010
Located in Paris, IDF
A beautiful glazed stoneware rhinoceros sculpture by Valérie Courtet, made around 2010. The details are truly exquisite, and the quality of the work is exceptional. Each piece by Val...
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2010s French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Stoneware

Love Art Ceramics Chameleon Coin Dish, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming ceramic Chameleon coin dish captures the essence of African wildlife and culture with its intricate design. Hand-painted by Jabu Nene and sculpted by Nathi at Love Art ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Mogens Bøggild, Bronze Sculpture of a Deer and Jaguar
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Bøggild, Danish 1901-1987 Bronze Sculpture of a Deer Taken Down by a Jaguar in Dark Patinated Bronze, 1946. Signed with Monogram MB Mogens Bøgg...
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Italian Crystal Glass 16" Abstract Fish Sculpture Statue Signed to Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Crystal Glass 16" Abstract Fish Sculpture Statue Signed to Base, Item features has an illegible signature to base (image 7). Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 16...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass

Greyhound - Shaped Glass Sculpture, Flavio Poli, I.V.A.M. Murano, Circa 1930
Located in Milano, IT
Greyhound - shaped glass sculpture Flavio Poli I.V.A.M. Murano, circa 1930 It measures 4.72 in in height x 12.59 x 3.74 (12 cm x 32 x 9.5) It weighs 2.42 lb (1.1 kg) State of conse...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Italian modern Murano glass fish sculpture by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Murano glass fish sculpture by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini, 1990s Fantastic and vintage fish-shaped sculpture, entirely made of Murano glass. The open mouth is yellow, ...
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1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Murano Glass

Garden and landscape sculpture titled 'Climbmate'
Located in London, GB
'Climbmate' is a beautiful garden and landscape substantial sculpture. Standing tall at two meters this stunning artwork piece took over five months to create with much attention t...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Opinion Ciatti Ombres de Chats #4 Bookend
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ombres de Chats by Angelo Barcella are poetic objects, delicate table sculptures. Shadows of curious, busy, sore, angry or bored cats, instants which are made eternal when transforme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Steel

Early Spider Sculpture by James Bearden, Excellent Condition
Located in Kansas City, MO
Spider Sculpture in welded iron and steel by James Bearden. Heavy and sturdy. Condition is Mint.
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Early 2000s American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Iron

Painted ceramic rabbit with low ears dressed as Pierrot
Located in Villa Verucchio, Emilia-Romagna
Hand-painted ceramic rabbit: a unique piece with timeless charm A masterpiece of artistic craftsmanship Discover the timeless elegance of this hand-painted ceramic rabbit, depicted...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

'Giraffe and Girl' sculptural table lamp, hand crafted and cast
Located in London, GB
'The Girl and the Giraffe' sculptural table lamp, hand crafted, molded and cold cast . A whimsical sculpture lamp of a young girl and a giraffe, engaging in a conversation and capti...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold Leaf, Iron

Opinion Ciatti Ombres de Chats #3 Bookend
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ombres de Chats by Angelo Barcella are poetic objects, delicate table sculptures. Shadows of curious, busy, sore, angry or bored cats, instants which are made eternal when transforme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Steel

Torch Cut Steel Leopard Sculpture by James Bearden, Orange and Black Enamel
Located in Kansas City, MO
Table Top torch cut steel sculpture by James Bearden. This is the only Leopard sculpture he has done. Condition is excellent with any imperfections as intended by the artist. Acquire...
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2010s American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Steel

Eric James Mellon Studio Pottery Raku Glazed Horse Head, 1982
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine stoneware small horse head sculpture raku glazed in bright blue and white glazes with a black craquelure finish by renowned ceramic artist Eric James Mellon...
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1980s English Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Stoneware

Large Gilt Bronze Sculptures of Herons
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant pair of gilt bronze heron sculptures. The item will be well-suited to either an indoor or outdoor setting.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Joel Fisher, Baby Seal with Ball, Bronze Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Joel Fisher, American (1947 - ) - Title: Baby Seal w./ball - Year: 1994 - Medium: Bronze Sculpture. Signature and number inscribed - Edition: A.P. ...
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1990s American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Signed Eugene Morelli Eagle Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed Eugene Morelli Eagle sculpture. USA, c. 1980s-1990s.
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

1970s Milking Stool French modernist style Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Modernist Milking Stool French style Pierre Jeanneret sculptural art piece low tripod stool. Hand carved wood Unmarked 11.5 L X 25 D x 15 T. Wear consistent with age and use. M...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Masterful of Italian Horse in bronze 20th Century H: 310cm
Located in Madrid, ES
Masterful of Italian Horse in bronze 20th Century H: 310cm 240cm x 110cm real height, lost wax casting. Origin Venice, private collection. Perfect for the outside or even for the i...
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20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Wiseman Ceramics, Buffalo Big Five
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Buffalo Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. From the celebrated Big F...
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2010s South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Tucan Ceramic Centerpiece, Gold details Completely Handmade Without Mold, 2024
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a goat in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a may different colors. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are unique since they are...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Paint

Ceramic Sculpture Tartaruga Model by Ugo La Pietra for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Tartaruga ceramic sculpture Monumento alla balnearità collection, designed by Ugo La Pietra and produced by Superego Editions. Limited edition of 29 pieces. Signed and numbered. Bio...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Modernist Solid Brass Bear Sculptures
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Modernist bear sculpture composed of solid, polished brass.
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Early 2000s American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Pair of Ceramic Bookends with Seals, from 1930s, in Cabana Style
Located in Vienna, Austria
Pair of ceramic bookends from 1930s, produced in Czechoslovakia. Bases are glazed in light green and yellow, the seals in brown and off white.
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1930s Czech Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Handmade Ceramic Accessories Fauna New Collection Asian Yellow
Located in Lisbon, PT
These handmade decorative accessories combine the traditional Portuguese ceramic and glazing techniques in a modern approach of shapes and color, as they bring such brightness and jo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Pair of Tritons Boboli Terracotta Impruneta 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Tritons Boboli Terracotta Impruneta 20th Century Height (Cm) 115 Dimensions (Cm) 70x46 Base Dimensions (Cm) 43x43 Weight (Kg) 45 good condition
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Pair of Statues of Abundance Terracotta Impruneta 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Tritons Boboli Terracotta Impruneta 20th Century Height (Cm) 115 Dimensions (Cm) 70x46 Base Dimensions (Cm) 43x43 Weight (Kg) 45 good condition
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Pair of Sculptures "Rape of the Sabine Women" in Terracotta 20thCentury H: 100cm
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Sculptures "Rape of the Sabine Women" in Terracotta Impruneta 20th Century H. 100cm Height (Cm) 61 Dimensions (Cm) 24x20 Base Dimensions (Cm) 17x20 Weight (Kg) 4 base Heigh...
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Sculpture Sheathed of Leather Representing a Horse
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture sheathed of leather representing a horse.
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Late 20th Century European Modern Animal Sculptures

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Leather

Rare Pair of Cylinder Vases with Putti Terracotta Impruneta end 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare Pair of Cylinder Vases with Putti Terracotta Impruneta end 20th Century Internal diameter (Cm) 22 Height (Cm) 30 Base Dimensions (Cm) 32 Weight (Kg) 9 Handmade product; Frost ...
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20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Amazing Pair of Vases Decorated with Fauns Terracotta Impruneta end 20th century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Vases Decorated with Fauns Terracotta Impruneta end 20th century Internal Diameter (Cm) 55 External Diameter (Cm) 65 Height (Cm) 55 Dimensions (Cm) 70 Weight (Kg) 50 Vase D...
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20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Torch Cut Steel Elephant Table Top Sculpture by James Bearden
Located in Kansas City, MO
Table top elephant sculpture by listed artist James Bearden. Original condition as the artist intended. Acquired directly from the artist.
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2010s American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Welded Steel Abstract Modernist Red Heifer Sculpture by Artist Mark Doyle
By Mark Doyle
Located in Dallas, TX
Large-Scale Brutalist Sculpture by Mark Doyle This monumental Brutalist sculpture, created at the turn of the 21st century by Texas artist Mark Doyle, is a striking fusion of abstract form and anatomical precision. Fabricated entirely by hand in the artist’s studio, the work is constructed from hundreds of feet of solid square steel bar, showcasing Doyle’s command of material and scale. Recently re-powder coated and ready for installation, the sculpture evokes the figure of the red heifer—a subject deeply rooted in ancient Hebrew...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Steel

Pair of Stylized Ceramic Swans by Waylande Gregory, circa 1940s
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of large scale ( 18"L) ceramic swan sculptures by Waylande Gregory. Brown/gray with gold paint and sgraffito stylized and typical of Gregory's work, circa 1940s, signed Waland...
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1940s American Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Austrian bronze cat sculpture
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Austrian bronze cat sculpture made in Austria The bronze has small wear due to years of age. It has a small chip on the tail. (see in photos). H:...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Knud Kyhn Ceramic Duck
Located in Kastrup, DK
Knud Kyhn, 1880-1969 Duck figurine of earthenware / stoneware decorated in polychrome colours. Standing on a teak wood plinth. Signed with monogram KK (Knud Kyhn), 1936. Unique pie...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

One of a kind pair bronze sculptures 'Royal Birds of India'
Located in London, GB
'Royal Birds of India' - One of a kind pair of beautiful bronze sculptures, hand crafted moulded and cast in the lost wax process. Magnificent grand pair of birds in sculpture form that stand out and create a wow effect . The artwork is loosely inspired by the pea fowl, a bird native to India. The elegant stature of the bird is reminiscent of the regality and grace of the Indian maharajas...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Ceramic Rhino Leopard Vase, Hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Elephant Handle Vase, a stunning piece crafted by the skilled artisans at Zimele Ceramics in South Africa. This unique vase stand...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Sculpture of an Owl in Patinated Bronze, Contemporary art, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture of an owl in patinated bronze, contemporary art, 21st century. Sculpture of an owl in patinated bronze, contemporary art, 21st century. h: 22cm, w: 16cm, d: 14cm Weight : ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Opinion Ciatti Ombres de Chats #5 Bookend
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ombres de Chats by Angelo Barcella are poetic objects, delicate table sculptures. Shadows of curious, busy, sore, angry or bored cats, instants which are made eternal when transforme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Steel

Wild Geese in Lucite Obelisk after Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in Hanover, MA
Immaculate and intensely clear obelisk-form sculpture of a wildlife scene with geese, ducks, driftwood, sea shells and pebbles encased in polished perspex.
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Lucite

Unique Dieter Finke Panther Sculpture "Der HöLlenhund"
By Dieter Finke
Located in Munich, DE
Wood and paper. Very early work from circa 1970.
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1970s German Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

Füllhorn, Marble Sculpture by Tom von Kaenel
Located in Geneve, CH
Phoenix, marble sculpture by Tom von Kaenel 2019 Dimensions: L 144 cm Materials: Naxian marble All the artworks of Tom von Kaenel are unique, handcrafted by himself. The stone...
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2010s Greek Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a striking ceramic Tiger sculpture from South Africa. Sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Sbusiso, this piece measures 6 inches high, 11 inches long, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Modern animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique 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, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used 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 Mosche Bianche, VG design and laboratory department, Stefano Giovannoni, and Superego Editions. 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 $53 and tops out at $6,718,000 while the average work can sell for $1,745.

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