Mid-Century Modern Figurative 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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Set of Murano glass objects by Carlo Nason for V.Nason&Co, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Carlo Nason designed these objects in the 1970s for V.Nason&Co, the company of his father Vincenzo Nason.
They are made of Murano glass in four striking colours. The items could be ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Captivating Italian Murano Glass "Flame" Sculpture by Romano Donà 1990s Italy
By Romano Donà
Located in Villaverla, IT
Captivating Italian Murano Glass "Flame" Sculpture by Romano Donà (1990s)
Ignite your collection with this extraordinary Italian Venetian Murano glass "Flame" sculpture, a breathtak...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Asian Carved Jade Grape Cluster/Bunch Hard Stone Fruit w/Leaves Decorative
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a Realistic and wonderfully pleasing cluster of carved jade grapes with darker jade carved leaves. I love these semiprecious stone carved stone fruit sculptures and have othe...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Mid-Century Mounted Bronze Sculpture Pilot Military Helmet
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century solid bronze sculpture of a US Military Helmet. We think this is an Army attack helicopter helmet. The helmet is very heavy and sits on a steel black painted stand.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Metal
Hand Painted Folk Art Nativity Scene Puzzle Sculpture
By Enzo Mari
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s hand painted folk art nativity scene puzzle. Well done with vibrant 1960s pop colors. Each piece is painted on both sides. Signed on the back.
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Original Figurine Ballerina by Giuseppe Armani for Capodimonte, Italy 1987
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Amazing original porcelain figurine Ballerina by Giuseppe Armani for Capodimonte made in Florence, Italy in the 1987.
The sculpture ha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Murano Red White Spot Italian Art Glass Mushroom Toadstool Paperweight Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful and very unusual, vintage Murano hand blown deep red-orange and white spots Italian art glass mushroom / toadstool sculptural paperweight. The mushroom has been sculpted in...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Asian Carved Jade Grape Cluster/Bunch Hard Stone Fruit w/Leaves Decorative
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a Realistic and wonderfully pleasing cluster of carved jade grapes with darker jade carved leaves. I love these semiprecious stone carved stone fruit sculptures and have othe...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Jade
French Decorative Ceramic Wall Plaque with Three Figures by Les Argonautes 1960s
Located in London, GB
French vintage decorative ceramic wall plaque with three figures, by Les Argonautes, Vallauris, France (circa 1960s). A refreshingly naive and charming piece depicting three men in olden robes and hats. It is up to the viewer to decide who they represent. This stoneware piece is weighty and substantial and may be hung on the wall or simply allowed to lean against a vertical surface. There's no doubt it is a charming piece by a renowned pair of French ceramicists who created 'Les Argonautes' pottery studio. This piece is signed on the backside: 'Les Argonautes'. It is in good condition. Hanging string on rear. Upon request a video may be provided.
About the artists: Isabelle Ferlay (Born 1917) and Frédérique Bourguet (1925-1997) set up a pottery studio together in Vallauris in the South of France which they named 'Les Argonautes'. Using the local Vallauris red...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
High Hall Stand in the Shape of Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very decorative object made of painted wood depicting Humphrey Bogart in the great movie Classic casablanca. It could serve as a hall stand or in a dressing room, but would equally l...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Meissen Blanc de Chine Porcelain Jester and Monkey Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine vintage Meissen porcelain blanc de chine figure of a Jester with a monkey and owl dating from the 20th century. The figure stands on a narr...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Ceramic Sculpture of Woman and Child in the Style of Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in McKinney, TX
White ceramic glaze handmade one of a kind vintage ceramic sculpture of woman holding a child.
23" x 9" x 9"
Good vintage condition wi...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Just Andersen Figurine of Naked Boy Made of Disco Metal, Denmark 1940s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Original figurine designed by Danish artist and sculptor Just Andersen (1884-1943) featuring a naked boy sitting on a marble plate.
This particular figurine was first launched in 194...
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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
1970s Vintage 'Nantucket' White Wicker Sculpture of a Whale
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s Vintage 'Nantucket' White Wicker Sculpture of a Whale
Italy, circa 1970s
A unique 1970s Vintage 'Nantucket' White Wicker Sculpture of a Whale, from Italy and beautifully crafted during the 1970s. This unique piece showcases an elongated and realistic form meticulously woven from wicker and reed, resulting in a striking and lifelike representation of a whale.
Measuring 36 inches in width, 12 inches in depth, and standing at 11 inches in height, this sculpture exudes a sense of grace and artistry. The attention to detail in the wicker work captures the essence of a majestic whale, making it a distinctive and eye-catching addition to any space.
This vintage sculpture not only embodies the craftsmanship of its era but also adds a touch of coastal charm to your decor. Whether displayed on a shelf, table, or as a focal point in a room, this 'Nantucket' White Wicker Whale...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wicker
Female Figurative Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in New York, NY
A substantial ceramic female figurative sculpture on marble base, circa mid-20th century. Female figure is ceramic with a black finish, sitting in flexible position, on a dark green ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Mid-Century Marble Obelisk
Located in Miami, FL
Single mable obelisk from the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
David Gil for Bennington Potters Man's Face Ceramic Sculpture on Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Man with the Bowler Hat" sculpture by David Gil, the founder of Bennington Potters (1960s, Bennington, VT, USA).
Features a ceramic face and derby hat with round mirrored glass eye...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone, Steel
Frank Coronado Mid-Century Modern Picasso Style Cubist Wood Figurines
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Group of five mid-century modern wood carved figurines by Dominican artist Frank Coronado. Each figure is hand painted in brilliant white, red, ye...
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Mid-20th Century Dominican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
Vintage Flavia Montelupo Rimini Unglazed Ceramic Cat Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
This vintage Flavia Montelupo Ceramic Cat is a beautiful addition to any collection. Made in Italy by Aldo Londi (Bitossi), this unglazed figurine showcases the intricate details of ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Miguel Berrocal "Portrait de Michelle" Puzzle Sculpture, 1970´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
This miniature bust of a woman is a three dimensional puzzle of incredibly precise craftsmanship. 17 individual pieces, are fitted in order to create the overall work, each piece nes...
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
2 antique articulated wooden display hands
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
Beautiful set of antique wooden display hands for gloves. These display hands date from around the 1950s and they come from a glove store.
Look carefully at the photos, they are all ...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
1940s, Gorgeous Oriental Decorative Statue, Thai Deity
Located in Milano, IT
1940s, Gorgeous oriental decorative statue in bronze. Thai Deity. The item is in excellent condition.
Dimensions:
4, 33" W x 1, 96 D x 7, 87 H inches.
L...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Murano Blue White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Duck Bird Figurine Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and cute, vintage Murano hand blown blue and white Italian art glass bird or duck sculpture. The figurine has a nicely sculpted...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
CERTIFIED 4, 531 Cts Colombian Emerald Sculptural Carving Of a Horse Figure
Located in Miami, FL
Standing horse figure carved from natural Colombian emerald.
This is a fabulous sculptural figure carved in one single piece of natural Colombian emerald, depicting a standing horse...
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1970s Colombian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Multi-gemstone
Figurative Brass & Tile Tray by Salvador Teran, Taxco Mexico, 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Figurative Brass & Tile Tray by the renowned Salvador Teran, hailing from the artistic town of Taxco, Mexico in the 1970s. This captivating piece showcases ...
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1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Italian Ceramic Elephant Sculpture by Bruno Gambone, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Ceramic Indian motif white elephant by Bruno Gambone (circa 1970s). This is an absolutely charming ceramic white elephant with an Indian-style blanket and headdress, large whimsical ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Carved Teak Sculpture “LOVERS” By Simon Randers Circa 1960.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
DANISH CARVED TEAK SCULPTURE
“LOVERS” by SIMON RANDERS
Circa 1960.
Branded under base.
Measurements: 5" x 3" x 30.5" h / 12.5 x 7.5 x 77.5 cm.
Hardly noticeable restoration to male...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Porcelain Statue of Maria with Baby Jesus Made by Goebel
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful porcelain statue of Mary with baby Jesus on her arm. The statue is hand painted in beautiful colors. The statue is marked on the bottom with t...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Asian Carved Plum Hard Stone Fruit Carved Leaves
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This hard stone carved plum would be a fabulous addition to any decorative lot of fruit or completely on it's own. The fruit is about 2 inches by 2 inches by 1 inch deep and is a pre...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
French Waiter Figure Wire Wine Rack in the style of John Risley
Located in Pasadena, CA
The French Bartender figure sculpture captures the essence of a French bartender adorned with a dapper mustache and a classic beret. Wonderful and unique memphis-style sculptural wire wine rack shaped to look like a French waiter in the style of John Risley. Wire platter has glass plate, and hanging glassware racks below.
Crafted from intertwined black metal tubes, the sculpture is not just a piece of art, but a practical addition to your home. The tray held aloft by the bartender offers a stylish solution for organizing wine glasses. At the same time, the vertical ranks of his legs provide a storage solution for 14 wine bottles, adding both whimsy and functionality to the piece.
This fusion of ingeniosity and elegance transforms the Bartender into more than a mere sculpture...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Bronze Nude Sculpture by James Patrick Maher
Located in Hudson, NY
James Patrick Maher (20th Century), bronze Sculpture of a nude woman.
James P. Maher, was a renowned artist whose drawings, paintings and sculptures reflected an innate appreciation ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Carl Auböck Model #5275 'Hand Zumbusch' Brass Sculpture
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #5275 'Zumbusch Hand' Brass Sculpture
Designed in the 1950s, as an homage to German sculptor Kaspar von Zumbusch, this incredibly refined and sculptural bejeweled ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Sweet Little Dog Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Money Box c1960s
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Adorable hand painted ceramic Italian money box from the 1960's
A joyful palette of colours brings this piece to life
Circa 1960's
Signed M33 Italy ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid 20th Century Quirky “Top Banana” Brass Paperweight / Object
Located in Toronto, CA
A fun and funky piece of desk or coffee table decor, this Mid 20th Century solid brass “Top Banana” paperweight is a quirky nod to pop art and playful design. Engraved with the phras...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Monroe Floor Lamp Polished Brass, Off White Lampshade, Art Lighting
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration:
Marilyn Monroe, the sexiest Pin-up of the 1950s, inspired a piece of Art & Design. The design of the Monroe Lamp captures the essence of her ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Metal
A Beautiful Tapio Wirkkala Rhythmic Veneer Decorative Leaf Dish Soini 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
In most if not in all of his designs, Tapio Wirkkala took his inspiration from the surrounding nature. This is one example with a beautiful figurative sculptural "leaf". The way it's...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Birch
Blue Glass Mannequin Display Hand 1960's
Located in Toronto, CA
Vintage Blue Glass hand from the 1960s. Perfect for showcasing rings, chains, watches, scarves, and other fashion accessories, this unique piece adds a splash of visual interest to a...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Bitossi Aldo Londi Style Horse Pony Figure, Italy, circa 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural horse statue bought in Italy. This character statue has been made in the 1960s. Absolutely gorgeous item and still in great condition. A nice add...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Figurine Ceramics Troll "Kulla" Åke Holm Made in Sweden
Located in Boden, SE
Sculpture "Kullatroll " by Åke Holm (1900-1980)
Åke Holm is one of Sweden's most significant ceramicists.He started working as a 15-year-old for Höganäs bolaget. In 1928 he started ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
White Porcelain Decorative Item "Osterfreude" by Carl Werner for Hutschenreuther
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Germany, 1960s.
This item is made in white porcelain and might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition and r...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Mother Mary Madonna Statue
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Mid-Century Modern figurative Mother of Mary sculpture. Hand carved wooden Figure of the Madonna. Sits atop a darker base. This hand carved and turned wooden sculpture shows exceptio...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
1970s Porcelain Sculpture 'Lady with Hat' by Royal Dux
By Royal Dux
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage porcelain statue called 'Women with hat', produced by famous Royal Dux in former Czechoslovakia in the 1970's.1970s Porcelain Sculpture 'Lady with Hat' by Royal Dux
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Spanish Scrollwork Iron Galleon / Sailing Ship Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wrought iron Spanish caravel boat / galleon sculpture. Spain, 1940s-1950s
This sailing ship sculpture was handcrafted in Spain at the mid-20th century period. The ship has a richly detailed scrollwork...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
Rare Midcentury Ceramic Wall Sculpture Lovers, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very nice colored.
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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
"Faces of Love" by David Fisher for Austin Productions c. 1985
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage sculpture titled "Faces of Love" by David Fisher and manufactured for Austin Productions circa 1985.
Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Category
1980s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone
Industrial Robot Scale Design Model Desk Sculpture, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An Industrial robot made in the 1970s. This unique object was traditionally an exercise given to a novice machinist to test their knowledge and skill at operating their machine. It r...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Set of Murano glass objects by Carlo Nason for V.Nason&Co, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Carlo Nason designed these objects in the 1970s for V.Nason&Co, the company of his father Vincenzo Nason.
They are made of Murano glass in three striking colours. The items could be...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Set of Murano glass objects by Carlo Nason for V.Nason&Co, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Carlo Nason designed these objects in the 1970s for V.Nason&Co, the company of his father Vincenzo Nason.
They are made of Murano glass in four striking colours. The items could be ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
1960s Wooden Figure Sculpture Made in Italy by Luigi Cipollone
Located in London, GB
A tall wooden sculpture. 1960s Roman school design by Luigi Cipollone.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Andy Warhol-Inspired Carved Alabaster Bananas, Set of 2
Located in Round Top, TX
From the early 20th century, and before, the imagery of the humble banana has always captured our interest and attention. From Claes Oldenburg to Any Warhol and more recently, Mauriz...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Bob Bennett Signed Bronze Hand Sculpture, USA, 1970's
By Bob Bennett
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Bob Bennett Signed Bronze Hand Sculpture, USA, 1970's. Beautiful original patina.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Viking Glass Fisherman Bust Sculpture, Paperweight or Bookend, United States
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Viking Glass Fisherman Bust Sculpture, Paperweight or Bookend, United States, 20th Century. Retains the original Viking Glass label to the back.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Early 20th Century Shop Display Mannequin Bust
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century Shop Display Mannequin Bust
A very sculpture early 20th century French (Paris) shop display caged neck bust. Made from layers of paper Mache and card, fitted wit...
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Paper
Murano Red Fish Gold Fleck Coral Tendril Italian Art Glass Centerpiece Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous and monumental, vintage Murano hand blown ruby red fish with gold flecks Italian art glass centerpiece sculpture. Created in the manner of designer Alfredo Barbini and the S...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Hand carved Wooden Mushroom
Located in Seattle, WA
Hand carved vintage wooden mushroom figurine. Vintage condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only.
Dimensions: 3.25*W 7.25°H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Jacob Jensen Danish Viking Figure, 1960s
By Jacob Jensen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Jacob Jensen Danish Viking Figure, 1960s.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Beech, Teak
Pair of Sculptures Mexican in Murano Glass by Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of sculptures Mexican whit sombrero in murano glass by Italian artis Archimede Seguso.
The original label is still attached on the back, as shown in the pictures.
Archimed...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Bronze Dancers Couple 1970s Belgium Artist V D Brande
By V. D. Brande
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful set of two expressive dancers from the seventies, handcrafted in bronze, inspired by sculpted clay sculptures a technique that is characteristic of the seventies and gives ...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Asian Rose Quartz Cherry Bunches Jade Leaves Hard Stone Fruit Pair
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
These cherry bunches are so cute and harder to find than other fruit. The cherries are carved rose quartz, the leaves are carved jade and the stems are flexible green wrapped wire wi...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Bouquet of French Hand Beaded Ferns
Located in Riverdale, NY
Bouquet of French Hand Beaded Ferns from the 1960's. Dozens of hand wired and beaded ferns in a variety of greens and blues. On strand is a pale pink. Easy to form into different arr...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano Sommerso Blue Italian Art Glass Swan Bird Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso cobalt blue and aqua blue Italian art glass swan bird sculpture. Documented to designer Archimede Segu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass, Sommerso
Tall Pino Signoretto Murano Glass Sculpture: Chinese Woman, 1970s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Tall Pino Signoretto Murano Glass Sculpture: Chinese Woman, 1970s
Exquisite and weighty Murano glass sculpture crafted by the masterful Pino Signoretto....
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Capistrano Mexican Folk Art Sculptures Attributed to Gemma Taccogna
Located in Pasadena, CA
Capistrano Gemma Taccogna, a Mexican artist of Italian descent, left a distinctive mark in folk art with her mastery of papier-mâché for the small one, and of ceramic for the big one, which she transformed into an illusion of porcelain. Her style is immediately recognizable: faces with clean features, large, stylized eyes outlined in black, and a playful approach to form.
These two vases, attributed to Taccogna, evoke Russian dolls known as Matryoshkas, due to the way the faces are painted, associated with the archetype of the mother of a large family, a symbol of motherhood and fertility.
The larger one, a mix of ceramics and papier-mâché, and the smaller one, entirely made of papier-mâché, share this common aesthetic, reinforced by generous, solid shapes. Their gazes seem to observe without truly concentrating, as if absorbed in a distant thought. This lack of focus gives them a presence that is both peaceful and enigmatic, suspended between wakefulness and dream.
The relief necklaces, applied with a deliberately naïve touch, add a sculptural dimension to the whole. The matte, textured material contrasts with the porcelain-like visual effect. One of the vases is signed "Bunny Price" and dated 1964, while the other remains anonymous. However, their attribution is unquestionable.
Presented together, these vases belong to the movement of the Mexican craft...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
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Paper
Small Cast Bronze Woman Sculpture by Oskar Bottoli on a Black Marble Stand, 1969
Located in Berlin, DE
Created in 1969 by the renowned artist Oskar Bottoli, this small cast bronze sculpture captures the timeless allure of the female form.
Depicting a standing nude woman, the piece ex...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Brutalist Hammered Metal Tree Sculpture with Uplight, Curtis Jere, 1960s
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern metal tree sculpture by Curtis Jere. This tall dimensional botanic floor tree features torched gold brass metal leaves on natural wood st...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Metal
Modern Figurative Sculpture Embracing Couple
Located in Miami, FL
An eye-catching figurative sculpture of a kissing couple in the style of Henry Moore.
This piece is made from hand-cast and hand-finished Durastone, which is a special formulation ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Wooden Articulating Folk Art Mannequin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 50" tall articulating folk art wood figure is a medium sized wooden mannequin designed with lifelike proportions. Its smooth, natural wood finish showcases the grain and texture...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
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Wood
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...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Hand-Carved Seated Female Nude Sculpture in Walnut signed Aldo Calo
By Aldo Calo
Located in New York, NY
This deeply felt and beautifully made Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Carved Seated Female Nude Sculpture in Walnut signed Aldo Calo (B. 1910) originates from Italy, C. 1968. A brilliant ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Murano Glass Fish Sculpture
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Italian Murano glass fish sculpture.
Measures: Width 62 cm.
Height 15 cm.
Depth 12 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
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Glass, Murano Glass
Monique Gerber Bronze Fruit Sculptures France ca' 1970's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A group of three fruit sculptures by Monique Gerber, French sculptor, ca' 1970's. Done is solid patinated bronze. Each one signed with engraving.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
Charming Italian Ceramic Toad On A Tile c1960s
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Charming Italian ceramic toad sitting on a tile
Four inch square tile with a superbly tactile blue toad atop
Understood to have been privately commission...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage High Wheel Bicycle Metal Sculpture on Burl Wood Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern studio art high wheeler bicycle sculpture circa 1970's. This piece is crafted of mixed metals mounted on a free form burl wood base. The perfect accent tabletop or desktop piece to complement mid century and industrial modern decor.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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