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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Diego Cabezas Sculpture, circa 2021, Spain
Located in Girona, Spain
Diego Cabezas sculpture. Very decorative. Signed. Circa 2021, Spain. Very good condition. Modernism is both a philosophical and arts movement that a...
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2010s Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Andrea Dogterom Ceramic Sculpture Women in Stripes
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful sculpture of a woman in stripes made by the Dutch artist Andrea Dogterom (1949). Sculptor and Stolwijkse Andrea Dogterom, graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Rotter...
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Early 2000s Dutch Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Llardo Madame Butterfly Japanese Geisha Figurine, Signed and Dated
Located in Plainview, NY
A 1970's Lladro figurine of a Madame Butterfly Japanese Geisha holding a fan. The figurine is signed by the maker and dated 1978. The figurine is numbe...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Feng Shui Bespoke Bonsai "Cascata", Handmade in Italy, Sculpture, Contemporary
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Cascata Bonsai is inspired by the Niagara falls. The materials are wood and metals, representing both the strength of life and the roots of Mother Nature. Sculptures are compos...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Sitting Tlalchichi by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Sitting Xolo by Onora Dimensions: W 30 x H 25 cm. Materials: clay, glazed pottery. Xolo, short for xoloitzcuintle is a breed of dog that has long been a culturally-significant s...
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2010s Mexican Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Mr. B 2001 Designer Toy by Michael Lau in Near Mint Condition
Located in Weesp, NL
Mr. B limited edition of 200 pcs 2001 Art Toy from the Crazy Children series by Michael Lau. Produced by Crazy Smiles. This rare piece comes with it's orig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plastic, Paper, Fabric

Octopus Sculpture in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier 'Preorder'
Located in New York, NY
Made to Order Octopus sculpture in cast bronze by Elan Atelier. 12 to 24 weeks lead time. Wild aquatic nature, unleashed indoors. This octopus is...
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2010s European Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Italian Set of 2 Hat Forms, Milan Italy, Early 20th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Folk Art, a pair of hand carved hat form. Milan, Italy, early 20th century Measures: 23 x 13 H cm 19 x 7.5 H cm Conditions: vey good consistent with age and use.
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1920s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Feng Shui Bonsai "Reinassance", Handmade in Italy, Sculpture, Contemporary
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Reinassance is inspired by the Maple Tree. The artisan always takes inspiration from nature and natural events. The materials are wood and metals, representing both the streng...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Vincent Ceramic Sculpture by Massimo Giacon for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Vicent model glazed ceramic sculpture from the new collection École d'Art s by Massimo Giacon for Superego Editions. Limited edition of 50 pieces. Signed and numbered. Biography Massimo Giacon was born in Padova in 1961. Since 1980 he has been working in Milan, as a comic strip writer, illustrator, designer, artist and musician. Since the early 1980 he has contributed in the renovation of the Italian...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Berd Vay'e Limited Edition "Grand Master King" Lucite Sculpture
Located in New Orleans, LA
Berd Vay'e limited edition "King" Lucite sculpture The least powerful yet most important piece on the board. After all, the aim of chess is to capture your opponent’s King, while protecting your own. Each Berd Vay’e piece is cast with 8-10 layers over a 24-hour period. The sculpture is then baked, carefully protecting it from the formation of air bubbles or imperfections thus resulting in a seamless, crystal-clear sculpture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Loleka-5 Sculpture by Krzywda
Located in Geneve, CH
Loleka-5 sculpture by Krzywda Dimensions: 30 L x 30 D x 30 H cm Materials: Brass, marble, leather Individually handmade in France by Krzywda. All materials employed are from Fra...
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2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Sculpture June's Nose, White Bassano Ceramic, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
The “Andy” ceramic collection VG presents a collection of classic sculptures which revisits the techniques of pop art. The original work is taken apart; a few details are then remove...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Licio Zanetti Murano Glass Seagulls Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic Murano glass sculplture of two stylized seagulls dates to the late 20th century and was created by Licio Zanetti. Note: The last three photos show the etched...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Couple of Decorative Centerpieces Sculptures, Handmade Italy, 2020, Handcrafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The pieces are a unique representation created by our designer. The two heads represents a man and a woman with naturalistic character, in a satirical way. The creations are complet...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Handmade Sculpture by Krzywda
Located in Geneve, CH
Handmade sculpture by Krzywda Dimensions: 40 L x 20 D x 20 H cm Materials: Glass, alabaster Individually handmade in France by Krzywda. Krzywda (pronounce "Shivda"), esta...
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2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

APL Sculpture by Krzywda
Located in Geneve, CH
APL sculpture by Krzywda Dimensions: 10L x 10D x 10H cm Materials: Alabaster, brass Individually handmade in France by Krzywda. Krzywda (pronounce "Shivda"), established by ...
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2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Sandro Contemporary Art Still Life, Protection, 2017
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Minimalism contemporary art still life Protection, 2017 Taxidermy, note book Measures: 2 × 5 9/10 × 3 7/10 in 5 × 15 × 9.5 cm By Sandro made in B...
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2010s German Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Organic Material, Paper

Sek-8 Sculpture by Krzywda
Located in Geneve, CH
Sek-8 sculpture by Krzywda Dimensions: 30 L x 30 D x 40 H cm Materials: Brass, marble Individually handmade in France by Krzywda. All materials employed are from France. The ind...
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2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Loleka-14 Sculpture by Krzywda
Located in Geneve, CH
Loleka-14 sculpture by Krzywda Dimensions: 45 L x 30 D x 30 H cm Materials: Brass, marble, leather Individually handmade in France by Krzywda. All materials employed are from Fr...
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2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Locus-21 Sculpture by Krzywda
Located in Geneve, CH
Locus-21 sculpture by Krzywda Dimensions: 60L x 30D x 30H cm Materials: Brass, marble, leather Individually handmade in France by Krzywda. All materials employed are from France...
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2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Brass

Opera Theatre Sculpture by Paul Day
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
‘Opera’ by celebrated British sculptor Paul Day depicts a theatre scene intricately modelled with terracotta. Signed and dated by the artist, the theatre sculpture reflects Day’s unu...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Pair of Salvador Dali Bread Sculptures of Dali Theatre, Museum in Figueras
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This exceptional pair of Salvador Dali bread sculptures are a rare find and come directly from the Dali Theatre-Museum in Figueras, Spain. Create...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Cement

There and Black Sculpture by Mary Brōgger
Located in Geneve, CH
There and black sculpture by Mary Brogger Unique sculpture. 2019 Dimensions: D 38 x W 317.5 x H 183 cm. Materials: Hand tied singed acrylic yarn, mixed media. Work is modular a...
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2010s American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Other

Ira Yeager Pierrot Clown Head Sculpture Mounted on Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical French pantomime pierrot clown head sculpture by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). One of several Ira created from painted plaster composite mounted to a rustic driftwood stand supported by a round concrete plinth...
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20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

Bubble Clothes Stand in Black Aniline Structure, by Skrivo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The bubble standing clothes stand is available in black aniline wooden spheres, with a lacquered structure in white, black, silk grey, dusty grey or intense blue. Born in Croatia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

White Glazed Ceramic Sculpture by the Famous Belgian Sculptor Albert Poels
By Albert Poels
Located in Tilburg, NL
White glazed ceramic sculpture by the famous Belgian sculptor from Antwerp, Albert Poels 1903-1984. Titled in dutch 'Heropbeuring’, which refers to...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Meissen Porcelain Golfer or Golfing Figurine by Peter Strang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Meissen porcelain miniature or figurine. By Peter Strang. Strang was born in Dresden in 1935 and received a degree in Sculpture from the Academy...
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20th Century German Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Eberhard Bank, Obsidian Sculpture / Carving of Mice on Calcite, Idar-Oberstein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great sample of the Idar- Oberstein, Germany carvings in precious stones, by Eberhard Bank, This is made in grey obsidian and calcite base with onyx cabochon eyes.
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Sculpture Mouth of David by Michelangelo, White Bassano Ceramic, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
The “Andy” ceramic collection VG presents a collection of classic sculptures which revisits the techniques of pop art. The original work is taken apart; a few details are then remove...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Cast Bronze Octopus Sculpture
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful example of a hollow-cast bronze octopus. This piece features wonderful detail and resemblance to a real specimen. An exotic piece certain to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ira Yeager Sculpture Pierrot Clown Head on Stand
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...
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20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Concrete, Tin

Aristide Maillol 'Woman Arranging Her Hair' MOMA Reproduction
Located in Sharon, CT
Original sculpture made in 1936. Cast plaster reproduction with brass identification on bottom, from 1940-50's.
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Piña Michoacana by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Piña Michoacana by Onora Dimensions: W 47 x H 78 cm Materials: Clay, glazed pottery Hand sculpted clay, covered with a mineral based slip and burnished using a quartz stone. The “Circo Collection” is a reproduction of Herón Martínez...
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2010s Mexican Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Giacomo Manzu "Cardinale Seduto" 1963 Austin Productions Cast
Located in Sharon, CT
An Austin Productions casting of the well known Manzu Sculpture "Cardinale Seduto". Perhaps this sculpture more than any other of the masters works, contrast an abstract gestalt bulk...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Tatto Limited Edition Gardener Meets NIKE 2006 Designer Toy
Located in Weesp, NL
Tatto limited edition Gardener meets Nike 2006 Art Toy in beautiful laser engraved wooden box by Michael Lau and produced by Crazysmiles. This rare...
Category

Early 2000s Hong Kong Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Lladró The Masquerade III Bud Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in New York City, NY
Glossy porcelain candleholder designed by Jaime Hayon with modern design and touches of gilded sheen. Like all the pieces in Jaime Hayon's The Fantasy Collection, this creation arise...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Lladró The Lover II Figurine by Jaime Hayon
Located in New York City, NY
Glossy porcelain figurine designed by Jaime Hayon with modern design and touches of gilded sheen highlighting the red color of the heart and shoes. Like all the pieces in Jaime Hayon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Lladró The Green Guest Small Figurine by Jaime Hayon
Located in New York City, NY
Green glossy porcelain figurine created by Jaime Hayon for the collection The Guest by LLadró Atelier with a white base attached to the piece. The Guest is a piece created by Jaime H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Bernard Lombot, French Ceramist, Unique Ceramic Sculpture, Standing Green Man
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bernard Lombot, French ceramist, unique ceramic sculpture, standing green man. Approx. 1980s. In perfect condition. Signed BL. Dimensions: H 25.0 x D 13.5 cm.
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1980s French Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Siena and Portoro Yellow Marble Italian Obelisks, Begin 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Siena and Portoro marble yellow obelisks Beginning 20th century Measure: height 56 cm Weight 5 + 5 kg Square base - side x side 10.5 x 10.5 ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Piña Michoacana by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Piña Michoacana by Onora Dimensions: W 47 x H 78 cm Materials: Clay, Glazed pottery Hand sculpted clay, covered with a mineral based slip and burnished using a quartz stone. The “Circo Collection” is a reproduction of Herón Martínez...
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2010s Mexican Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Clay

1970s Armando Testa Italy one of the Seven Prototype Figure
Located in Biella, IT
Armando Testa Italy design, one of the seven prototype figures years 70 to choice. Material; plexi, plastic and brass-metal chrome. Measure high...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Resin and Marble Sculpture by Eduard Locota
Located in Timisoara, RO
The sculptural group “Abstract Isometry” has been gravitating around the theme of fragmentation, slicing of the Earth and plasticity. In the contemporary context, channeled almost ex...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balkan Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Ceramic Golf Ball "Albatros" Handcrafted in White by Gabriella B. Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, IT
Ceramic golf ball handcrafted in white enamel Albatros - code GB040, measures: H 40.0, Dm 40.0 cm. Finishes: - fully finished in 24 carat gold, platinum or bronze € 1.050,00 Also a...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Narciso Sculpture
Located in Milan, IT
A sublime work of art that will be a precious addition to a personal collection, this sculpture depicts Akhal-Teke, the horse celebrated in ancient times by Alexander the Great. Hand...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

In Stock in Los Angeles, Black Mickey Mouse Rock Pop Figurine
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In Stock in Los Angeles Black Mickey Mouse Rock Pop sculpture figurine Measures: height 7" (18 cm) Designed by Arik Levy Made in France.  
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Sculpture by Antonio Del Donno Untitled, Signed
Located in Milano, IT
Signed sculpture by Antonio Del Donno from 1989, numbered : this is 14 out of 20 : 14/20. The sculpture is entitled Untitled. 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...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Travertine, Iron

Berd Vay'e Limited Edition "Rook" Lucite Sculpture
Located in New Orleans, LA
Berd Vay'e limited edition "Rook" Lucite sculpture The third ranking piece protects the higher-ranking royal court. “Rook” comes from the Persian word rukh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Modern Italian "Aphrodite" Torso Chalcedony Art Glass Sculpture by, Dino Rosin
Located in Englewood, NJ
A fantastic and very sensual Italian Modern hand blown "Aphrodite" art glass sculpture by legendary glass maestro Dino Rosin decorated with swirling multicolor accents known as "chal...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Hand Blown Glass Bonsai Sculpture 2021 #04
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Hand-blown glass sculpture representing a bonsai tree. "The bonsai is the symbol of my work; it is the art of giving form, with respect and full understanding of what I am taking ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Authentic LLadro Handmade in Spain Figurine, a Set of 3, Retired Models
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful Authentic set of 3 retired ladies figurines handmade in Spain by LLadro. The set includes: Figurine 1 entitled " Basket of Love " # 7622 marked in the bottom 1994 coll...
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20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Rainbow Nesting Sculpture, Contemporary Colored Concrete Piece by Erik Olovsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rainbow nesting sculpture made in colored concrete in 4 separate pieces. Each piece is casted in high quality pastina cement by skilled craftsmen from Italy. The sculpture could be u...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

John Lee Bookend by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
John Lee Bookend by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 13 cm D 11.5 cm H 18 cm Materials: black/brown bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of high-end furnitur...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

"Fluorescent", Murano Glass Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, Unique Design, 2022
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. Glass f...
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2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Particle Table Lamp by on.entropy, in Seamless White Marble and Bronze
Located in Athens, GR
In Particle table lamp, on.entropy mines the modern design potential of this classical material, by transforming the austerity of raw marble into a warm and...
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2010s Greek Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Column Ionic Terracotta Busts Base Support, Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Column medium ionic order H71 cm terracotta busts base support early 20th century Beautiful column in Ionic order H 71 cm. Base for busts, sculptures...
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

EST1966 Art03 Velours
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chantal Keizer painted a number of Art works and transferred them to fabric in a limited collection. Of each work a maximum of 50 cushions are available worldwide. This design is printed on a very luxurious woven velvet with a beautiful shine. The pillow has a luxurious look and feel and is a high quality product. We send the cushion cover without inner filling. You can purchase a down inner filling on request. Material and size sleeve: 100% polyster in 35-50 cm. Chantal Keizer is an experienced designer in the field of interior textiles and wallpapers. She lives in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. EST1966 by Chantal Keizer is her interior brand. She offers several collections. The Botanic...
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2010s Dutch Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Velvet, Polyester

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