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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Donkey with Angel, Decorative Centerpiece Handmade Italy 2020, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation created by our designer.
The creations are completely made by hand.
Ceramic and paint are water resistant.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Neptune God of the Sea Decorative Centerpiece Handmade Italy, 2020, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation created by our designer.
The creations are completely made by hand.
Ceramic and paint are water resistant.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Beach Lover Lobster Decorative Centerpiece, Handmade Italy, 2020, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation created by our designer.
The creations are completely made by hand.
Ceramic and paint are water resistant.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
In stock in Los Angeles, 7 inches White Mickey Mouse Rock Pop Figurine
By Arik Levy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Arthur Waagen '1869-1910' Sculpture American Boxer's Boston Strong Boy
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
White metal molding Presumably France, around 1895 Arthur Waagen (1869-1910) - Franco-German sculptor Incised signature "Waagen" on the base
Figures characteristic of the American-American boxers 'Boston Strong Boy' John Lawrence Sullivan (1858-1918) in combat posture and James Corbett...
Category
19th Century French Antique Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
French Modern Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady, by L. Cordonnier, 1951
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French modern marble portrait bust of a lady, by L. Cordonnier, '51
A serene carved marble portrait bust of a young lady with braided hair looking downwards.
Signed L. Cordonnier,...
Category
20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Dark & Disturbing Interpretation of 'The Little Mermaid' by Anonymous Danish Art
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Deconstructing the romantic and nationalistic feelings that Danes and tourists for that matter has for 'The little Mermaid' sculpture by Edvard Eriksen in Copenhagen - comes this rat...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Granite
Musician Drums Decorative Ceramic Piece, Handmade Italy, 2021, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece represents a musician playing his trumpet.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
32 Ananke Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Ananke Glass Vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is glass blown, and signed on the base, for further information please see authenticity info below....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Winning Swordfish Decorative Centerpiece Handmade Italy, 2020, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation created by our designer.
The creations are completely made by hand.
Ceramic and paint are water resistant.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Wild Boar Fish Decorative Centerpiece, Handmade Italy, 2020, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation created by our designer.
The creations are completely made by hand.
Ceramic and paint are water resistant.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Contemporary Carved Wood Figural Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary carved wood abstract figural sculpture.
Category
20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Woman's Head Sponge Decorative Ceramic Piece, Handmade Italy, 2021, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman's head in a modern way.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
"Abissi" Jellyfish, Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design, 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
The spe...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Playful Signed Bronze Seesaw Sculpture by Curtis Jere, 1968
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well-executed solid bronze sculpture of young boys on a seesaw; all resting on a solid onyx base; Curtis Jere was a metalwork company of wall sculptures and household accessories...
Category
1960s North American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Massimo Giacon Modern “Coniglieschio” Italian Sculpture
Located in Madrid, ES
Ceramic sculpture “Coniglieschio” from the series "The pop will eat himself" designed by Massimo Giacon, edition by Studio Superego.
Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our te...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Lacquer
Bonsai Cast Bronze Sculpture in Verdigris Finish on Marble Base by Elan Atelier
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Bonsai Cast Bronze Sculpture in Verdigris Finish on Marble Base by Elan Atelier
Intricate lost wax cast bronze sculpture of a Bonsai Tree in Verdigris bronze on marble base by Elan ...
Category
2010s European Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Contemporary Design 'Thinking Space - Stool , by Andredottir & Bobek
Located in copenhagen, DK
One-off a kind - Contemporary Design, Thinking space - stool, made by the art and design duo Andredottir & Bobek
They have in this collection imitated landscape with artificial ma...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ash, Foam
"Amber" Jellifish, Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
The spe...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Woman's Head Decorative Ceramic Piece, Handmade Italy, 2021, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman's head in a modern way.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
"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
Bronze Sculpture by Rob Cerneüs
Located in Asaa, DK
Bronze sculpture by Dutch sculptor Rob Cerneüs (1943-2021)
Figurine depicting a woman with flowing garments. Signature on base.
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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
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
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
Large Bronze Golden Bronze Boudha of 19th Century on Solid Wood Base
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
Large bronze golden bronze boudha of 19th century on solid wood base.
Total high 110 cm, only bronze 90 cm.Weight
10 kg
Good condition.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Man's Head Sponge Decorative Ceramic Piece, Handmade Italy, 2021, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man's head in a modern way.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Man's Head Yellow Decorative Ceramic Piece, Handmade Italy, 2021, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman's head in a modern way.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Sculpted Stoneware Face Sculpture by James Kouretas (1947-2016)
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful hand carved stoneware face sculpture by James Kouretas (1947-2016). Sculpture has 2 holes in the back most likely for hanging on the wall or ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Woman's Head Blue Decorative Ceramic Piece, Handmade Italy, 2021, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman's head in a modern way.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Feng Shui Bonsai "Towards the sky", Handmade in Italy, Sculpture, Contemporary
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Towards the sky Bonsai is inspired by Tuscany, a wonderful country.
The materials are wood and metals, representing both the strength of life and the roots of Mother Nature.
Sc...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Abbott Pattison Abstract, Bronze Sculpture of Three People Elements, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is one of the great and traditional sculptures by the very well known Chicago artist Abbott Pattison. This particular sculpture is one of he made in Italy, is also signed and ma...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
'Kahan' Modernist Signed Carved Stone Woman Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
'Kahan' modernist signed carved stone sculpture of a standing woman in a dress. Provenance: Property from a 983 Park Avenue estate.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
25 Astimelusa Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Astimelusa Glass Vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is part of the “Vetri Glass” collection, and made out of blown Murano glass. Signed “E.Sottsass...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Sirio Glass Flower Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Sirio glass vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1982. Signed on the edge of the Stand: "E. Sottsass per Memphis Milano”. For further information please see authen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Berd Vay'e Limited Edition "Lost in Time" Lucite Sculpture, Cerveau 'Large'
By Berd Vay'e
Located in New Orleans, LA
Berd Vay'e limited edition "Lost in Time" Lucite sculpture
Design-forward modern art. Watch components are meticulously placed to emote humanity and the power of the mind in our fla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
'Visage' One of a Kind Bronze Sculpture
By Rinat Design
Located in London, GB
'Visage' One of a kind bronze sculpture.
Created by Rinat Design, cast in bronze in the lost wax process and fixed into a solid wood bas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Each Senufo Village Held a Massive Wood Carved Bed, Called Gbag
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century each Senufo village held a massive wood carved bed, called gbag.
COTE D'IVOIRE
Measures: 215 X 40 X 20 cm
Good condition.
Category
19th Century Ivorian Antique Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Design 'Meadow Blocks Side Table, by Andredottir & Bobek
Located in copenhagen, DK
One-off a kind - Contemporary Design, Meadow Block side tables embody the surface of stone and rocks.
Made by the art and design duo Andredottir & Bobek...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Foam
"Mars" Jellyfish, Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
The spe...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
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
Sculptural Farewell Gold Wall Sconces, Hand Polished Brass, Art Lighting
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration:
These pieces are the greatest symbol of farewell. The waving gesture that is lost in the distance, leaving tears of sadness on those who are departing. But it is, abov...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Metal
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
"Transparent Vessel", Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
The spe...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
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
Mindfulness Jellyfish, Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
The spe...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
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 1901-25 April 1987) was a Danish ...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture in Italian Roman Travertine
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
The sculpture was made from a single block of Roman Travertine.
Dimensions of the sculpture: cm 93 x 52 x 40 cm.
Size of the sculpture with shaft an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Travertine, Marble
Butterfly Jellyfish, Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design, 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
The speci...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Statue of Liberty at Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Unique Statue of Liberty in resin tainted in blue Klein with and enlightened opaline glass flame.
France, 2010.
Category
2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Opaline Glass, Resin
21 Clesitera Glass Vase by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Clesitera glass vase with pendant, was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is blown glass, and signed on the base, for further information please see authent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Deneb Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Deneb vase in multicolored glass was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1982 for Memphis. Signed “E.Sottsass per Memphis Milano”.
Ettore Sottsass was born in Innsbruck in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
12 Amaltea Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Amaltea Vase was designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is part of the “Amaltea Glass” collection. Made in Murano. Signed “E.Sottsass per Memphis”. Signed on the base.
Et...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
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
"Her Majesty", Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
The spe...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass, Art Glass
Nude Female Torso, American Mid-Century Modern Wooden Sculpture, ca. 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Striking in form and perfect in its proportions, this graceful and elegant wooden sculpture is a shining example of American art of the mid-20th century - a kind of Venus in the perc...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Wendy Hendelman White Alabaster Torso Sculpture, 2018
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's White Alabaster Torso Sculpture on a black marble base. Hendelman’s work reflects her love of the prim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Alabaster
Modern figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
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