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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
French sculptor, double-sided face in solid bronze on bronze base.
Located in København, Copenhagen
French sculptor, double-sided face in solid bronze on bronze base.
Heavy sculpture of high quality.
Approximately from the 1980s.
Marked.
Edition 4/8.
With foundry/makers mark.
Perf...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Lifesize Realistic Soft Sculpture of a Male Golfer
Located in New York City, NY
A fabulous and amusing life size soft sculpture of a sporty man dressed as a golfer, realistically portrayed with original garb.
The golfer wears all authentic clothing, Arnold Palmer size 46 XL sweater, terry cloth cap, shirt, tie, yellow cuffed golf pants with embroidered clubs and vintage Dunlop wing tipped oxford white leather shoes.
The face created with nylon stocking...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Sculptures
Modernist Carved Sandstone Figural Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
Sinuous modern carving of a Mesoamerican. Aztec? Mayan? Striated sandstone, circa mid-20th century. Not signed.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Sandstone
Lladró The Guest by Ricardo Cavolo Figurine. Small Model. Numbered Edition
By Ricardo Cavolo, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
This piece is the contribution by the prestigious designer Ricardo Cavolo to The Guest, the creative project inviting cutting-edge artists from around the world to customize this fas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Modern Art Glass Sculpture Nude Woman Titled The Way She Moves Signed Michael
Located in Miami, FL
Studio piece blown brown and gold art glass sculpture of a dancing nude woman.
Titled: The Way She Moves.
Copyright and signed by unknown artist, dated.
A-597-335
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Sculptural 18th Century Italian Gold Leaf Figure of Christ on a Calcite Cluster
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian gold leaf wood fragment figure of Christ (Florence) on calcite crystal cluster in matrix.
The calcite crystal cluster is from Elmwood Mine, Tennesse...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal
Lorrie Goulet Large Female Nude Carved Marble Abstract Sculpture on Marble Base
By Lorrie Goulet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lorrie Goulet (American, 1925 - 2021) Large Female Nude Carved Marble Abstract Sculpture on Marble Base, Artist Signed. Approx 175 lbs (Sculpture) plus 40 lbs (Base). Circa Late 20th...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Modern Style Carved Gemstones Humming Bird Group
Located in Cypress, CA
Unique modern style finely carved six gemstones humming birds on a large Rock Crystal in various positions, Amethyst Quartz, Rose Quartz, Lapis Lazuli and other gemstones
The caref...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Iron
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
V.V.A, French Bronze Sculptor, Abstract Bronze Sculpture, Edition 1/8
Located in København, Copenhagen
V.V.A, French bronze sculptor. Abstract bronze sculpture. Edition 1/8.
Late 20th century.
Measures: 20.5 x 16 cm.
In excellent condition.
S...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
1980s Modernist Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk Chrome Sculpture w/ Black Granite Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Striking chrome-plated steel sculpture of the famous Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk stealth jet fixed to a black onyx-colored granite base. The sculpture captures the stealth of the legend...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Steel, Chrome
In Stock in Los Angeles, Donald Duck Monochrome Blue Pop Sculpture Figurine
By Walt Disney
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Donald duck monochrome blue, original pop sculpture figurine
Measures: Height 10.6" (27 cm)
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plastic
$237 Sale Price
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Seletti "Memorabilia" Porcelain My Robot
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
$134 / item
Sheryl C. Benjamin Brutalist Modern Abstract Bronze Serpentine Figure Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl Cannold Benjamin (American, 1924 - 2023) Brutalist Modern Abstract Bronze Serpentine Figure Sculpture, Signed to Base. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 17" H x 10" W x 4...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sheryl C. Benjamin "The Family" Modern Abstract Cast Bronze Figure Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl C. Benjamin (American, 1924 - 2023) "The Family" Brutalist Modern Abstract Cast Bronze Figure Sculpture on Laminated Wood Base. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 12" H x ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Carved Depiction of Galloping Horses
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary (possibly Asian) carved red stone sculpture of wild horses galloping up a hill.
Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Bronze Leaf Centerpiece Sculpture #5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful bronze leaf centerpiece sculpture is handmade by a French artisan. Please see our additional listings of this design as they are all unique. Amazing details and aged finish...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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
Sheryl C. Benjamin Brutalist Modern Abstract Bronze Serpent Figure Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl Cannold Benjamin (American, 1924 - 2023) Brutalist Modern Abstract Bronze Serpent Figure Sculpture. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 13" H x 8.5" W x 3" D.
About the ar...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Monumental "Crystal Skull" Made of Acrylic Resin, Mounted to the Base / Pedestal
Located in Kansas City, MO
Huge, one of a kind acrylic resin skull. Mounted to a light box and base with handles for moving. There is a cavity inside the skull in which a light can ...
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
"Freevolle" Sculpture Table Lamp, Cast Brass Body, Sun pleated lampshade
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE
twist and go!
The timeless “Made-in-Italy” celebrates the graceful Italian manufacture and offers new life expression at the Maison Sabrina Landini.
Creativity explores ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$2,369 Sale Price / item
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"Freevolle" Sculpture Table Lamp, Cast Brass Body, pleated handpaintshade
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE
twist and go!
The timeless “Made-in-Italy” celebrates the graceful Italian manufacture and offers new life expression at the Maison Sabrina Landini.
Creativity explores ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$2,369 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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
Lladró Mandrill 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
Contemporary Clay Hooded Female Head Sculpture
Located in Sheffield, MA
The contemporary sculpture in clay represents a female head swathed in fabric for a hooded effect. The figure is hollow. The head sits on a stand with the engraved name of Eli Nuoro.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Italian Horned Figure Verdigris Patinated Bronze
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian Standing Horned Figure Verdigris Patinated Bronze Sculpture. 19.25" H x 5" W x 2.75" D. Provenance: From a Fifth Avenue Collection. Keywords: Statue, Figural, Figurative, Mep...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rene Broissand, Pair of Door Handles "Birds", Design, Sculpture, Small size 1970
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Artist : René Broissand
Title : Pair of Door handles « Birds » - Small Size
Date : circa 1970
Size: 3 in (h) x 6.3 in (l) x 2.2 in (w) / 7.5 cm (h) x 16 cm (long) x 5.5 cm (larg)
Mat...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mogens Bøggild Bronze Sculpture "Leda and the Swan", Denmark, 1950-1960
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Bøggild. Bronze sculpture "Leda and the Swan", 1950-1960.
Dark patinated bronze. Signed with monogram 'MB'.
Mogens Kruse Bøggild (11 June 190...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sheryl C. Benjamin Marble Nude Figure Abstract Sculpture On Marble Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl Cannold Benjamin (American, 1924 - 2023) Marble Nude Figure Abstract Sculpture On Marble Base. Circa Late 20th Century. Weighs approximately 60 pounds. Measurements: 13.5" H x...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
12 Colonne Collection by Alessandro Mendini for Superego Editions
Located in Milan, Italy
Four ceramic sculptures of the 12 Colonne collection designed by Alessandro Mendini and produced by Superego Editions. Small model. Limited edition of 50 pieces. Signed and numbered....
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Lladró the Silver Guest Little Figurine in Silver by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Silver glossy porcelain figurine created by Jaime Hayon for The Guest by Lladró Atelier collection with a white base attached to the piece. The Guest is a piece created by Jaime Hayo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Terracotta face, possible Sardinian craftsmanship
Located in Lugo, IT
Terracotta face with wooden base, possible Sardinian craftsmanship
Good conditions.
Thank you
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
$654 Sale Price
20% Off
Ira Yeager Sculpture Pierrot Clown Head on Stand
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical French pantomime pierrot head or bust sculpture mounted on a stand by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). One of several Ira created from pain...
Category
20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Tin
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
James David Berenson Chromed Bronze and Marble Sculpture Titled "Temperance"
By James David Berenson
Located in North Miami, FL
This is an amazing piece of sculpture by the artist James David Berenson titled "Temperance" that bends the harmonious, poetic, spiritual, moral, and philosophical issues that questi...
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Chrome
Hermanos Calavera, Traicionera in Walnut by Miguel and Ilse Silva
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, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Set of 6 Wooden Chess Pieces, Linden Wood, Handmade Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 6 Ceramic Chess Pieces, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
A luxurious chess set designed for the most sophisticated and ambitious...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
$1,303 Sale Price / set
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Italian Modern Foot Statue in Light Beige Plaster, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Modern Foot Statue in light withe and beige plaster, 1970s
This is not just a foot this is a piece of art, the statue is create as a stamp or tech...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Contemporary Bruto Sculpture in Aluminium by Altreforme
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Bruto in the name and soul, but superb in its appearance, tells the aluminium as a hymn to matter, technique and formal refinement.
Bruto belongs to the Raw&Rainbow collection of 10 ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary Sculpture Signed Ernst Barlach, XXIst Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture in patinated bronze representing a flute player, signed Ernst Barlach, modern casting, XXI th century.
H: 31cm, W: 19cm, D: 18cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pablo Picasso, Quatre danseurs, 1956. 22 février, Plaque murale, Madoura.
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Pablo Picasso
Quatre danseurs
1956. 22 février
Plaque murale convexe
D. 25 cm
E.O terre de faience blanche,
gravure soulignée de paraffine oxydée,
bain de couverte
Ivoire, brun, vert...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
2003 Designer Toy BJ Hammer by Brothersfree
Located in Weesp, NL
Unleash the power of imagination with the rare and coveted limited edition glow-in-the-dark BJ Hammer designer toy by Brothersfree, a true gem for collectors and enthusiasts alike. C...
Category
Early 2000s Hong Kong Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plastic
Bronze Sculpture – Friendship – Inspire by Salvador Dalí
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Friendship is a bronze sculpture inspired by Salvador Dalí, showing two hands clasped together, symbolizing trust and human connection. The hands are detailed and anatomically accura...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Berrocal Figural La Mini Cariatide Puzzle Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Berrocal figural puzzle sculpture. Nickel-plated bronze signed and numbered on the base.
Category
1960s European Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
"The Resignation", Salvador Dali, Bronze Statue
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bronze sculpture The Resignation inspired by Salvador Dalí, depicting a human head with a hand covering the face, symbolizing withdrawal, silence, and inward reflection. Cast in pati...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Wonderful Rare Modern Murano Italian Cobalt Blue Art Glass Bull Dog Sculpture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful rare Modern Murano Italian solid cobalt blue art glass bull dog sculpture.
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Large Cast Lucite Modern Futuristic Acrylic Sculpture by Karen Brown
By Karen Brown
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Mysterious and unique cast lucite sculpture "The Things that go Through You" by New Jersey based artist, Karen Brown. A female torso is surrounded by curved orange rods, all of which...
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Vintage Crystal Leaded Glass 7" Modern Mallard Duck Figurine Sculpture B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Crystal Leaded Glass 7" Modern Mallard Duck Figurine Sculpture. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 4.5" H x 7" W x 4" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Large Cast Lucite Acrylic Futuristic Sculpture "Damocles" by Karen Brown
By Karen Brown
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautiful and unique cast lucite sculpture "Damocles" by New Jersey based artist Karen Brown. This piece is a modern take on the ancient Roman parable, the...
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Topography Gen II Sculpture by Chandler McLellan
Located in Geneve, CH
Topography Gen II Sculpture by Chandler McLellan
Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces.
Dimensions: D 12.1 x W 24.1 x H 17.8 cm.
Materials: Hard maple and walnut.
Sculptures will be signed a...
Category
2010s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Maple, Walnut
$2,014 / item
Twisted Lucite Sculpture by Shlomi Haziza
Located in Denton, TX
Haziza started as a painter and later began to explore new mediums. He ran a small studio in his hometown. Later on he started his journey to Los Angeles. Which in turn, presented a ...
Category
20th Century North American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
$880 Sale Price
20% Off
Reclining Lady Composite Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Reclining Lady Composite Sculpture
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Composition
Life-Size Raku Ceramic Female Sculpture by Eva Stettner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s life-size Raku-fired ceramic female nude sculpture by American sculptor Eva Stettner.
Constructed of ceramic that is low fired glazed, the stool is...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Chrome
Sculpture of a Draped Venus, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture of a draped Venus, 21st Century.
Sculpture of Venus draped in patinated resin, stone base, 21st century.
H: 32cm, W: 10.5cm, D: 10.5cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
$1,480 / item
Freevolle Sculpture Feminine Table Lamp, silver raffia art silvered glass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE
Twist and go!
The timeless “Made-in-Italy” celebrates the graceful Italian manufacture and offers new life expression at the Maison Sabrina Landini.
Creativity explores ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Sculpture in iron by Antonio Del Donno Untitled, Signed
Located in Milano, IT
Sculpture by Antonio Del Donno from 1991, numbered: this is 12 out of 20: 12/20. The sculpture is entitled without title. Made with a travertine base. Under the travertine base we find the artist's signature and numbering. The entire work is made of hand wrought iron. In fact, the artist as a true Italian...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Travertine, Iron
$1,516 Sale Price
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Designer Toy Limited Edition of 250 bj.Hammer by Brothersfree 2003
Located in Weesp, NL
Impossible to find MINT designer toy bj.Hammer. Of this colored version were only 250 pcs made in 2003. bj.Hammer has never been exposed and always kept in a dark and dry smoke free storage. He will be shipped insured with track & trace from Amsterdam.
Designer Toys, also called art toys, are toys and collectibles created by artists and designers that are either self-produced or made by small, independent toy companies, typically in very limited editions. Artists use a variety of materials, such as ABS plastic, vinyl, wood, metal, latex, plush, and resin. Creators often have backgrounds in graphic design, illustration, or fine art, but many accomplished toy artists are self-taught. The first Designer Toys appeared in the 1990s in Hong Kong and Japan. By the early 2000s, the majority of Designer Toys were based upon characters created by popular Lowbrow artists, forever linking the two movements.
The Design Team: Brothersfree from Hong Kong is a trio of uber hot vinyl toy designers in the Brothers Worker team - all from Hong Kong. William Tsang, Kenny Wong and Winson Ma Some of their figures, sets and limited editions: These designers give lots of attention to detail and their sets include rarely made accessories for 12" figures. Brothers Worker: Their sets of stylized figure designs center around a group of construction workers known as Brothers Worker and includes a set of 12" Brothers Worker tools, utility belts...
Category
Early 2000s Hong Kong Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rubber
'Bedouina' Bronze Figurative Sculpture
By RinDesign
Located in London, GB
'Bedouina' bronze sculpture created by Rinat Design in the lost wax process.
This desert girl emits fierce presence and gravitas. A look of pride is permanently etched upon her face,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Love Art Ceramics is a talented group of African artists known for creating lovely, unique pieces, all made entirely by hand. This time, they crafted a stunning pumpkin piece featuri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
"China Cabinet" Memory Jug by Michael Thompson
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his travels. In his ongoing series of memory jugs, Thompson adorns stoneware vessels with a kaleidoscope of ceramic shards, found objects, and pocket-sized trinkets he collected over the course of his life.
Also known as forget-me-not jugs or spirit jars, memory jugs are African American folk art objects that honor a loved one who has recently passed. Small tokens and mementos of the deceased are gathered and affixed to the exterior of a jug or vase, an abundance of memories that celebrates a life lived to the fullest.
Michael Thompson applies this tradition to his own practice, creating tactile assemblages of this and that. Formed in the manner of collage, each jug honors the lost memories of generations past and his own memories of personally discovering each item. With varied sources for materials including Kyoto, Turkey, and Mexico, a great number of the found shards are 18th and 19th century ceramics...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Modern figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern figurative 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 figurative sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern figurative 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 figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Mosche Bianche, Superego Editions, Lladro, and Europa Antiques. 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 figurative sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $99 and tops out at $434,607 while the average work can sell for $2,755.
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