Modern Figurative 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Modern
Meissen Porcelain Figurine Busts of a Man & Woman by Peter Strang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of miniature Meissen porcelain busts.
By Peter Strang.
In the form of a man and woman in casual clothing. The man wears an argyle sweater a...
Category
20th Century German Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Modernist Carved Serpentine Stone African Shona Head on Iron Base Zimbabwe
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Standing 21 inches tall including the custom made iron base this Shona head is carved in Serpentine stone originating in Zimbabwe. It is carved in a strikingly modern way stylizing a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Zimbabwean Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
John Campbell Walnut Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
John Campbell laminated walnut sculpture, signed with a studio plaque on the base.
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Curtis Jere Male and Female Abstract Sculptures
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Very rare pair of signed sculptures by Curtis Jere. First pair of these that I have personally seen for sale. Signed and dated 1992.
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Italian Found Objects Recycled Art Sculpture of a Biker Signed Bafo
Located in New York, NY
This work is characterized by creativity, a fantastic assemblage Art, made with discarded found objects, on a canvas hand painted with modern strokes in orange ochre. All the differe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
"Sombra" Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff Grediaga, Number 1/6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the breathtaking Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff Grediaga, Signed & Numbered 1/6.
The piece is titled "Sombra" or Shadow.
This extraord...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Modernist Exotic Marble Abstract Sculpture, "Les Deux Visages" by Dan Bedik
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated modernist exotic marble sculpture was realized by the esteemed 20th century American artist Dan Bedik circa 1988. Entitled "Les Deux Visag...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Contemporary Italian Found Objects Recycled Art Sculpture of a Biker Signed Bafo
Located in New York, NY
This work is characterized by creativity, a fantastic assemblage Art, made with discarded found objects, on a canvas hand painted with modern strokes in orange ochre. All the differe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Bronze Male Nude "Vouloir" De Jean Rabiant
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous bronze sculpture of a male nude in motion by noted French Artist/Sculpter Jean Rabiant. In excellent condition with a green patina.
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Seletti "Limited Gold Edition" Porcelain My Spaceship
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
American Modernism, a Pair of Nude Males, Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture, ca. 1940s
Located in New York, NY
About Sculpture
This homoerotic ebonized hand-carved wood sculpture of a pair of nude males, the older one supporting the falling down body of the youth, was created by an anonymous...
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Russell Biles "Wee Baby" Black & Pink Porcelain Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine porcelain figurine.
In the form of a black back doll with pink geometric patterns to the torso that is reminiscent of magma cracks in stone.
By Russel Biles.
A self-d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Scheibe-Alsbach Davoust Napoleon Porcelain Figurine, Germany
Located in Toledo, OH
General on horseback with cavalry sword. Gold birds on the corners. Marked on the bottom. No damage. Dimensions: 3.5" depth x 8.25" W x 10.63" H.
Category
20th Century European Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Bronze Brancusi And Jean Arp Style Figurative Female Cubist Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This very sensual heavy bronze sculpture is very Constantin Brancusi meets Jean Arp. it is an abstract meets figurative female form in repose and pose. It is restrained and elegant. ...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Wendy Hendelman Brown Alabaster Head Sculpture, 2017
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's Brown Alabaster Head Sculpture on black marble base. Hendelman’s work reflects her love of th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Alabaster
Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture by Nathan Mason
Located in Chicago, IL
Contemporary ceramic sculpture by Chicago based artist Nathan Mason. It is signed by the artist.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
THE ONE, Japanese Samurai Sculpture in Solid Brass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Japanese sculpture made in solid brass and titled THE ONE.
The sculpture shows great attention to detail, the brass has aged and has a verdigris patina towards the bottom...
Category
1950s Japanese Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Lladró The Guest Small Figurine by Rolito, Numbered Edition
Located in New York City, NY
White and black porcelain figurine with a silver gloss created by Rolito for The Guest by LLadró Atelier collection with a white base attache...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Abstract Floor Sculpture in Polished Chrome, 1970s
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Abstract floor sculpture in polished chrome, 1970s. Twisted, welded polished strips of chromed steel mounted onto a black glass base. Scuffs to base, American, 1970s. In the manner o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Five Spanish Silver Figural Band Musicians .91 Silver SG Hallmark
Located in Toledo, OH
Five Spanish silver .915 band musicians sculptures. Stamped star. Very good condition. Dimensions: 2.75" diameter x 6" H.
Category
20th Century European Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
1970s Magritte Style Bowler Hat Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s Magritte style bowler hat sculpture, Whimsical, lacquered plaster model of a iconic surrealist focal point. Unmarked.
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Midcentury Bronze Sculpture of a Nude Male Foundry Guss Barth Rinteen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous bronze of a tall large nude Male. Arms extending forward. Foundry stamp Guss Barth Rinteln. Large 29.5 tall and heavy. In excellent condition.
Category
1950s European Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Handmade Original Ceramic Slipcast Sculpture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
This is a one of a kind original ceramic sculpture, with hand crafted details and made from an original slip cast mold. This piece is made with Red Earthenwa...
Category
20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Art Glass, Paint
Lladró Tiger Mask in Black and Gold by José Luis Santes
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain piece inspired by traditional African masks with a bold, contemporary and modern design of great decorative power. A collection that brings together three different animals...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Five Spanish Silver .915 Figural Band Musicians SG Hallmark
Located in Toledo, OH
Five figural Spanish silver band musicians. Stamped with a star SG. Very good condition. Dimensions: 2.25" diameter x 4.5" H.
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Polished Bronze Venetian Mask Sculpture by Volare, 1994
Located in Miami, FL
Polished bronze Venetian face by CM Volare, 1994.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Black Marble Sculpture Signed "Brilliante"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant tabletop sculpture shows off an abstracted figurative form set in black marble. The sculpture is made in Mexico and signed "Brilliante". Please confirm item location wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Hermanos Calavera Diablo in Oiled Walnut by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera(...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Loredano Rosin Glass Sculpture 'Two Faces'
Located in New Haven, CT
This Loredano rosin glass sculpture called “2 Faces” was made circa 1984.
Made of clear Murano glass in Italy.
Loredano Rosin (1936-19991) was a famous glass artist working with th...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
AB Pair of Abstract Figurative Bronze Sculptures, 1977
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Smaller Post Surrealist. handcrafted studio solid bronze abstract sculptures. Featuring Modern handmade, balanced, chair like forms with seated, leaning figures. Versatile. Bookshelf. Mantle. Signed AB 1977 3/9. Three in series of...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Surrealist Bronze Sculpture of a Female Nude by Guillermo Silva, 20C
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Surrealist cabinet-sized bronze sculpture.
In the form of a stylized reclining nude female.
Signed to the underside for G. Silva (the South American sculptor, Guillermo Silva...
Category
Late 20th Century Colombian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Philippe Berry, "Sans Les Mains"
Located in New York, NY
Philippe Berry (French, 1956-2019), number 2 of an edition of eight, entitled: ''Sans les Mains'' (Without Hands), 1996, cast aluminum, initialed ''P.B.'', d...
Category
1990s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Cut Steel
Hermanos Calavera Diablo in Oiled Mahogany by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera(...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak
French Post-War Stylized Female Figures
By Laroche
Located in New York, NY
6 French Post-War design (1980/90s) bronze individually stylized female figures in poses standing on one foot on a round shaped base (signed LaROCHE) (priced each).
Category
20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Lladró The Rocking Chicken Ride Figurine in Green by Jaime Hayon
Located in New York City, NY
Glossy porcelain figurine designed by Jaime Hayon with a modern design highlighting the green color and touches of gilded sheen. Like all the pieces in Jaime Hayon's The Fantasy coll...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Lladró the Love Explosion Couple Figurine by Jaime Hayon
Located in New York City, NY
Glossy porcelain figurine designed by Jaime Hayon with a modern design of a family decorated with bright colors and golden luster. Like all the pieces in Jaime Hayon's The Fantasy co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Mid Century Bronze Sculpture of a Man by Michael Shacham "Power of Tyranny"
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and elegant in it's sheer size and power, 29.25 inches tall. Michael Shacham is a prolific sculptor and artist born in 1938 and has been a cre...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Italian Murano Glass Style Swan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fabulous vintage Italian Murano art glass sculpture is handcrafted, features a green and clear color design, and is in great condition. This vintage hand-blown glass swan...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Realistically Blown Glass Realistic Tray Depicting Mixed Fruits by Beth Lipman
Located in North Miami, FL
Step into the captivating world of contemporary artistry with this remarkable 2005 centerpiece crafted by the visionary artist Beth Lipman, born in 1971, whose mastery of the glass m...
Category
Early 2000s Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Rare Trio of Fellerman & Raabe Art Glass Head Sculptures
Located in Charlotte, NC
A trio of Contemporary art glass head sculptures by Stephen Fellerman and Claire Raabe, who are renowned glass artists who worked together during ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Hand Blown Hour Glass on a Custom Iron Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An hour glass on a custom stand - the piece keeps time at about 50 minutes, however is far more decorative than practical. A unique and hand crafted metal stand holds this hand blown glass hour piece. A perfect compliment to any shelf, or a wonderful desk accessory displayed...
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Marie-Claude Lalique Eroica Frosted Oblong Crystal Vase
Located in Toledo, OH
Lalique Eroica transparent and satin finished crystal slender body of a woman holding the flame of triumphant Liberty sculpted on the surface of an oblong vase. Very nice condition w...
Category
1980s European Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Gary Weisman Nude Male Torso Bronze Sculpture
By Gary Weisman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine bronze sculpture by Gary Weisman of a male nude torso.
With a mixed chocolate brown and verdigris patina.
Gary Weisman is an important living American sculptor active in Phi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Scheib, Alsbach Soult Germany Porcelain General on Horseback
Located in Toledo, OH
Soult Scheibe - Alsbach Germany porcelain general on horseback holding a spy glass. Gold birds on the corners. No damage. Dimensions: 3.5" depth x 8.5" W x 1...
Category
20th Century European Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
One of a Kind Bicyclist Steel Cable Sculpture
Located in Montreal, QC
Richard Newton’s sculpture is composed of lines and shapes that are messengers of movement. Surface textures, edges and colors are carefully worked in an effort to retain the energy ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Bronze Female Figural Statue Norma Penchansky Glasser 1987
Located in Toledo, OH
Bronze signed and dated limited edition female figure by Norma Penchansky Glasser circa 1987. 1/7 on a wood base. Lost wax process. Very nice condition. Dimensions: 5.5" depth x 11" ...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Glass Buddha Sculptures with Color Inclusion
Located in Miami, FL
Various Faces of Buddha are depicted using very thick glass casting with layered color inclusion which creates the floating face deep in meditation. The faces are dusted with silver ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
One of a Kind Bird Steel Cable Sculpture
Located in Montreal, QC
Richard Newton’s sculpture is composed of lines and shapes that are messengers of movement. Surface textures, edges and colors are carefully worked in an effort to retain the energy...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Lifesaver Candy Sculpture by Daniel Meyer, Signed
By Daniel Meyer
Located in New York, NY
Signed, Lifesaver Candy Sculpture by Daniel Meyer. The sculpture is wood, resin and acrylic. Lifesaver is orange.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Resin, Acrylic, Wood
"Shadow of the Evening" Etruscan Bronze Museo Etrusco Guernacci Volterra
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in North Hollywood, CA
"Ombra della sera" Etruscan bronze, 3rd century BC, Museo Etrusco Guernacci, Volterra
"Shadow of the evening".
Dimensions: Height: 15.75 in (40.0...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Lladró the Guest Small Figurine by Devilrobots, Numbered Edition
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain figurine with black gloss on its face, hands and feet created by Devilrobots for The Guest by Lladró Atelier collection with a white base attached to the piece. This piece ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Lladró The Black Guest Figurine Large Model by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Black porcelain figurine created by Jaime Hayon for the collection The Guest by LLadró Atelier with a black base attached to the piece. The G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Lladró Owl Mask in Black and Gold by José Luis Santes
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain piece inspired by traditional African masks with a bold, contemporary and modern design of great decorative power. A collection that brings together three different animals...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
French Modern Bronzed Plaster Sculpture of a Male Nude Torso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French modern bronzed plaster sculpture of a male nude torso, possibly a Maquette. Unsigned.
A bold, well modeled sculpture, with a beautiful patina an...
Category
20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Wendy Hendelman Black and Green Alabaster Heads Sculpture, 2019
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's black and green Alabaster heads sculpture on black marble base. The small scale and style hav...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Alabaster
Berd Vay'e Limited Edition "Bishop" Lucite Sculpture
By Berd Vay'e
Located in New Orleans, LA
Berd Vay'e limited edition "Bishop" Lucite sculpture
Can be a highly powerful piece when properly mastered, it can attack all enemies that stand directly in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Andrianna Shamaris Glass Male Torso
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful solid glass male torso.
Own an Andrianna Shamaris original.
Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organic Design.
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Onyx Flame Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Smooth flame sculpture carved from onyx.
Dimensions:
31.5"H x 13"W x 8"D
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx
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