Mid-Century Modern Busts
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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Fleshpot - Morris Rushton England, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Fleshpot - Morris Rushton England, 1970.
Fleshpot's are highly collectible and a award winning casserole set in white ceramic by Morris Rushton England....
Category
1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Patinated Carved Head Bust
Located in Long Island City, NY
Patinated Carved Head Bust, this painted head bust rests on a satin wood base.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Carrara Marble Bust
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern Carrara Marble Bust.
Mid-Century Modern Carrara marble bust. This unusual marble bust sculpture depicts a male figure with an elongated head. Signed Tarr 1952 on t...
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Marble
Set of 5 Vintage Nativity Scene Figures, Handcrafted in Barcelona, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of 5 Vintage Nativity Scene Figures, Handcrafted in Barcelona, 1960 – Traditional Spanish Art in Plaster.
Add a charming touch of traditional craftsmanship to your collection wi...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Old Large Conch or Queen Helmet Shell, 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Old large conch or Queen helmet shell, 1970 In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: Shell.
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Shell
“Máscara de Niño” Brass Head Sculpture by Joaquin Tinta
Located in Southampton, NJ
Spanish name: Mascara de Niño, Translation: Child's Head
Handmade polished brass sculpture based off of Oswaldo Guayasamín's "Niño" sculpture created for the artists museum in Quito, Ecuador.
Stamped with makers mark, Taller Tinta...
Category
1970s Ecuadorean Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Brass
Rare 1980s Robert Berks Sculpture of Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award RFK Bust
By Robert Berks
Located in Hyattsville, MD
This version/size of RFK by Robert Berks is only created to be the Robert F. Kennedy Award for Excellence in Journalism since 1968. The Robert F. Kennedy human rights award is in dem...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Resin
Aldo Londi Bitossi Kwan Yin, Ceramic, Blue Buddha Bust
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi Bitossi Kwan Yin, Ceramic, Buddha Bust, Blue. Beautiful and calming female Buddha glazed in a vibrant dark reflex blue. According to one legend, Kwan Yin was an Indian Princess...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Bronze Buddha
Located in San Diego, CA
Decorative mid-century bronze Buddha circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 7"W x 5.5" D x 9.5" H. Great patina and look...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Singularly Intriguing Clay Bust Of A Cloaked Woman
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
A private, calming and quiet piece by an unknown artist
Beautifully crafted and subtly finished with dark green matt glaze
Circa 1980s
Unsigned
Height 9.5 inch, Width 5 inch, Depth 4...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Carved Bone Bust of Nefertiti on Wood Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Wonderful Carved Nefertiti Head on Base. The piece is carved bone and finely detailed.
A compliment to many spaces - on a shelf, or as a paper weig...
Category
20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bone, Wood
Camille Tharaud for Limoges Little Girl Biscuit Bust
By Limoges
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous porcelain busts of Louise Brongniart in bisque porcelain on royal blue enameled base, by Tharaud, Limoges, after the originals by Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). Louise was...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Gold
1960s Robert Berks Sculpture Bust John F Kennedy JFK Miami Beach Mid-Century Art
By Robert Berks
Located in Hyattsville, MD
This is a rare 1965 presentation award bust of JFK. A wonderful piece of mid-century historical decor from an important American sculptor, Robert Berks. Hi...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Resin, Wood
Clear Glass Mannequin Head Sculpture, 1970s German Decorative Design
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This life-size clear glass head sculpture offers a timeless and versatile design, handcrafted in Germany during the 1970s. Featuring a slightly textured surface, it reflects light be...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Black Glass Mannequin Head Sculpture, 1970s German Decorative Design
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This life-size black glass head sculpture exudes a sleek and striking aesthetic, crafted in Germany during the 1970s. Its glossy finish enhances the deep black hue, creating a bold s...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Mid Century Painted Paper Mache Bust of Salvador Dali, Spain, around 1970
Located in Berlin, DE
This mid-century painted papier-mâché bust of Salvador Dalí, crafted in Spain around 1970, is a whimsical tribute to the legendary surrealist artist. The bust captures Dalí's distinc...
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Paint, Paper
20th Century Plaster Bust of a Man by Stina Edman
Located in Madrid, ES
A plaster bust depicting a young man, signed at the bottom by Stina Edman
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Mid Century Painted Plaster Bust of a Men on a Marble Bust, around 1976
Located in Berlin, DE
This mid-century painted plaster bust, created around 1976 by late German artist Jens Schleede, presents a compelling portrait of a man rendered with expressive realism and sculptura...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Marble
Large Art Deco Statue by Cia Manna, Torino Italy
By C.I.A. Manna
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very stunning large Art Deco Statue by Cia Manna, Torino, Italy.
C.I.A. Manna Torino Lenci Nel Palmeto ceramic sculpture. Semi nude form of young woman. Work...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Traditional Religious Jesus Christ Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century turned Jesus Christ figure of made of plater. Made in Olot, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful p...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
Philippe Conficconi, Beige Earthenware Head of Man Sculpture, France, 2005
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful bust of man in earthenware by Philippe Conficcioni in the midcentury style. Signed.
In good condition.
Dimensions in cm ( H x L x l ) : 26 x 16 x 16
Secure shipping.
Category
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A classic decorative bust statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal on a Marble base. Very decorative and nice to display in your library or any room.
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Marble, Metal
Aldo Londi Bitossi Buddha Bust, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Rosenthal Netter, Signed
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi Bitossi Buddha Bust, Ceramic, Blue, Gold, Rosenthal Netter, Signed. Medium scale blue and gold glazed ceramic Buddha bust from Aldo Londi's Cinese series. Aldo Londi's "Ci...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Two Antique Hand-Painted Wooden Duck Figures, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two hand-painted antique figures of two ducks made of wood. Made by unknown manufacturer in Barcelona, Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consiste...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
Italian Half-Length Man from the 60s
Located in bari, IT
Papier maché sculpture of a bust depicting a man in a suit and tie, 1960s manufacture, Viareggio, Tuscany, signed Lopez.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Paper
Fleshpot - Morris Rushton England, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Fleshpot - Morris Rushton England, 1970.
Fleshpot's are highly collectible and a award winning casserole set in white ceramic by Morris Rushton England....
Category
1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Christian Paix Resin Sculpture, circa 1990
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sculpture made by French artist Christian Paix.
Manufactured in Resin, circa 1990.
Signed on the sculpture with the mold.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Resin
Mid Century Painted Paper Mache Bust of Salvador Dali, Spain, around 1970
Located in Berlin, DE
This mid-century painted papier-mâché bust of Salvador Dalí, crafted in Spain around 1970, is a whimsical tribute to the legendary surrealist artist. The bust captures Dalí's distinc...
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Paint, Paper
Pino Signoretto Murano Glass Sculpture of Woman, 1980s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful glass sculpture made by Italian Murano Glass Master Pino Signoretto (1944-2017) during the 1980s.
The sculpture shows a woman with long hair, kneeling, with her head bowed...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Murano Glass
Omaggio ad Arcimboldo (Opus 167) by Miguel Berrocal
Located in Uccle, BE
Omaggio ad Arcimboldo (Homage to Arcimboldo) – Opus 167 by Miguel Berrocal.
Patinated bronze sculpture made up of 30 interlocking elements.
From a limited edition of 1000 copies in b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Roger Capron - Ceramic Sculpture Visage Repousse or Empreinte
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic sculpture - Face Relief
by Roger Capron Vallauris, France.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Rimini Blu, Italy, 1970s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Rimini Blu, Italy, 1970s
Gorgeous female Buddha made of shiny glazed ceramic pottery in a vibrant Rimini blue color.
According to one legend, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Omaggio ad Arcimboldo (Opus 167) by Miguel Berrocal
Located in Uccle, BE
Omaggio ad Arcimboldo (Homage to Arcimboldo) – Opus 167 by Miguel Berrocal.
Patinated bronze sculpture made up of 30 interlocking elements.
From a limited edition of 1000 copies in b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Richelieu (Opus 115) by Miguel Berrocal
Located in Uccle, BE
Richelieu (Opus 115) by Miguel Berrocal
Polished brass sculpture made up of 60 interlocking elements.
From a limited edition of 2000 copies.
Our copy bearing number 1066/2000.
Migue...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century African Woman Statue, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Mid-century ceramic African woman statue, Germany, 1950s. Measures: Height : 29cm - 11.4 in. ; Width : 14.5cm - 5.7 in. ; Depth : 14.5cm - 5.7 in. Some very slight surface traces of ...
Category
1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Brass
"Portrait of a Woman" by K. Server for Austin Productions
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With it’s raw, organic form and masterful use of space, Klara Server’s “Portrait of a Woman” is a mesmerizing highlight in any room. Made by the renowned New York company Austin Prod...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Resin
Antique Teaching Aid Median Incision of the Human Head, Ca. 1920
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A great antique hand-painted and hand lettered anatomical model. A median incision of the head for class. It is made of wood, papier maché and plaster, manufactured by SOMSO or PHYWE...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Traditional Religious Turned Jesus Christ Wooden Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century turned Jesus Christ figure of made of wood. Made in Olot, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patin...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
1940's Carl Emil Ruge Disco Metal Figurine by Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
1940's Carl Emil Ruge disco metal figurine by Just Andersen A/S
Small Danish buste of a Fanø girl by Carl Emil Borch manufactored in disco metal by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940 - 1...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Metal
Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Coin Bank, Ceramic, Blue, Green Paisley, Signed
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Bank, Ceramic, Blue Paisley, Signed. A beautiful and calming female Buddha glazed in a royal blue, with a hint of green in her...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Rimini Blu, Italy, 1970s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Rimini Blu, Italy, 1970s
Gorgeous female Buddha made of shiny glazed ceramic pottery in a vibrant Rimini blue color.
According to one legend, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Marwal Industries Plaster & Resin Statuary Busts Family of 3 Father Mother & Son
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Marwal Industries plaster & resin statuary busts of a family of 3 including a father, mother, & son. Beautiful condition, keeping i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Composition
Swedish Mid-Century Ceramic Mask - Blue Glazed Face Sculpture, ca 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking mid-century Swedish ceramic mask featuring a masterful blue glaze with rustic brown undertones. This sculptural face/bust artwork showcases sophisticated glazing techniques,...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage Plaster Bust Sculpture by Miquel Blay, Spain, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vintage Plaster Bust Sculpture by Miquel Blay, Spain, circa 1930 – Original Condition
Behold the captivating allure of this vintage plaster bust sculpture, attributed to the renowne...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Marble Statue Bust Of A Roman Emperor
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage marble bust of a Roman emperor. Beautifully crafted, this marble bust is a grand decorative item or collector's piece.
Modelled in the likeness of an ancient Roman ru...
Category
Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Marble
Mid-20th Century Plaster Montserrat Virgin Statue
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th Century traditional Spanish 'Montserrat' virgin statue made of plaster. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Roger Capron - Ceramic Sculpture Cleopatra
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage double sided ceramic sculpture of Cleopatra by Roger Capron
Signed by Capron at Vallauris, France.
Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tab...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Richelieu (Opus 115) by Miguel Berrocal
Located in Uccle, BE
Richelieu (Opus 115) by Miguel Berrocal
Polished brass sculpture made up of 60 interlocking elements.
From a limited edition of 2000 copies.
Our copy bearing number 1066/2000.
Migue...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Brass
Orange Frances Vintage “Tintin” sculpture/bust, plaster
By Tintin
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing bust of the character Tintin dressed in traditional Chinese attire. This way of depicting the character is not improvised; it is taken from the fifth album in The Adventures...
Category
1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster, Paint
Beautiful Mid Century Boy Head Bust Plaster on Wooden Base German Vintage, 1959
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful mid century modern white plaster boys head bust. Bust with lots of patina. Plaster on a wooden base. A nice addition in every living room. Found at an estate sale in Nuremb...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Set of Two Antique Hand-Painted Wooden Duck Figures circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two hand-painted antique figures of two ducks made of wood. Made by unknown manufacturer in Barcelona, Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consiste...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Paper Mache Men Torso Sculpture, France 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare and unique men torso sculpture made in paper mache technique.
Great decor piece
From France
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Paper
Artist Alvar Sunol Mid-Century Bust Sculpture of a Matador Bronze Tone Composite
By Sunol Alvar
Located in St. Louis, MO
1960s bronze patinated composite table sculpture with gold highlights of a Spanish matador, signed by Alvar Sunol Sc. Great MCM sculpture for display with nice heavy weight to it. F...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Resin
Mid 20th Century Bronze Sculpture entitled "Flautist" by Bernard Kim
By Bernard Kim
Located in London, GB
A very fine modernist bronze study of a flautist with excellent golden patina and hand finished surface detail, raised on marble base and signed
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Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Leda and the Swan Bronze Figurine by Danish Kai Nielsen made at L. Rasmussen
By Kai Nielsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Leda with the Swan bronze figurine by Danish artist and sculptor Kai Nielsen (1882-1924).
The figurine has model no. 42 and is made circa 1940s or 1950s by bronze foundry L. Rasmusse...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha, Ceramic, White, Black
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha, ceramic, white, black. Medium scale Kwan Yin Buddha finish in a textured white "Cinese" glaze. Aldo Londi's "Cinese" series o...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Painted Plaster Bust of a Men on a Marble Bust, around 1976
Located in Berlin, DE
This mid-century painted plaster bust, created around 1976 by late German artist Jens Schleede, presents a compelling portrait of a man rendered with expressive realism and sculptura...
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Marble
Austin Production Brutalist Large Sculpture Lovers Man Woman Mid Century Modern
Located in Wayne, NJ
This is a very unusual Austin Productions Brutalist sculpture. Lovers / nude man and woman. Almost looks like Frankenstein and Frankenstein's Bride...
Category
1960s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Other
Christian Dior Advertising Sculpture "Gloved Lady" in Black, France, 1950's
Located in Cork, IE
When Dior’s celebrated 'Corolle line', later to be know as the ‘New Look’, debuted in Paris in 1947, it brought back the style of the pre-war years. And his ensembles, like the iconi...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Ida Fuà 1950s Italian Modern Plaster Sculpture
By Ida Fuá
Located in Roma, IT
1950s Italian Modern Plaster Sculpture “Head of a young boy” by Ida Fuà
Very important plaster sculpture depicting a young boy by the great italian artist Ida Fuà
The boy, caught...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Bust Solid Brass Gold Sculpture Depicting Egyptian Emperor Italian Design, 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bust solid brass gold sculpture depicting Egyptian emperor Italian design, 1950s.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Brass
Pre-Columbian Brass Mask Sculpture by Joaquin Tinta
Located in Southampton, NJ
Spanish name: Máscara Precolombiana
Translation: Pre Columbian Mask
Handmade polished brass sculpture adorned with gemstone turquoise encrusted eyes & hanging earrings.
Stamped with makers mark, Taller Tinta...
Category
1970s Ecuadorean Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Brass
Susana Espinosa Cabeza Mujer Bronze Sculpture Puerto Rico Isla del Sol Artist PR
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful and Rare version of the Cabeza de Mujer series in Bronze. Signed and Number; Espinosa 246/300. Bronze Bust Only (not including base) W: 3 1/8 x D: 2 1/2 x H: 3 3/4 in.
Category
1980s Puerto Rican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Traditional Catalan Virgin "La Moreneta" Wooden Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional Catalan Virgin "La Moreneta" Wooden Sculpture – Handmade in Catalonia, 1990, Authentic Religious Art
Immerse yourself in the spiritual and artistic heritage of Catalonia...
Category
1990s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
20th Century Plaster Bust of a Man by Stina Edman
Located in Madrid, ES
A plaster bust depicting a young man, signed at the bottom by Stina Edman
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Large Vintage Bakelite Buddha Head
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool large vintage bakelite Buddha bust / head, circa 1970s. The carved figure is a representation of Gautama Buddha, also known as the enlightened or awakened one. The piece ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bakelite
Exquisite Pair of Decorative Angel Head Busts, Mixed Media, 1930s
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Embrace timeless elegance with this stunning pair of angel heads, originating from a majestic Liberty villa of the 1930s. Crafted with meticulous detail and employing a captivating b...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Limestone
Large ceramic bust Man, Italy 1970s
By Bassano
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage large ceramic bust Man by Bassano made in Italy in the 1970s. Bassano ceramics (also known as "Bassano del Grappa") is a traditional Italian craft produced in the city of Bas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Abstract Bust after Henri Laurens "Head of a Young Girl" by Austin Prod USA 1961
Located in Miami, FL
Abstract Cubism bust sculpture of a woman with braided hair after Henri Laurens "Head of a Young Girl" rendered in a creamy ivory white glazed plaster composition by Austin Productio...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Composition
Capodimonte Pharaoh Tutankhamon in Porcelain
By Capodimonte
Located in Antwerp, BE
Great sculpture representing Pharaoh TutanKhamon in Capodimonte Italia porcelain decorated and designed by Mario Pegorami is one of the most important artists representing the ancien...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
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