American Sculptures

Cast stone dove bird. Antique American cast stone dove originally mounted outside above a garden door. Fine pebbly grey mottling on integrated square stone base. United States, circa...

This stunning Curtis Jere sculpture was made in 1987, and features a superb and iconic design. Made of 40 long brass rods welded to each other across a center line, it forms an exagg...

This impressive pair of vintage Neoclassical black marble obelisks by Maitland Smith features dramatic architectural forms accented by elaborate gilt-metal detailing. Each obelisk ri...

Jaru 1986 Gold Sphere Orb Ball Ceramic Pottery California maker stamped 4 diameter x 3.5 h Original preowned vintage condition See all images for details

Fabulous creation by Curtis Jere. 19thc bicycle Wall art or use the bracket and it can be set up on a flat surface. In excellent vintage condition wit...

PRESENTING A GLORIOUSLY QUIRKEY AND WHIMSICAL Maitland Smith Gilt Bronze Monkey Paper Towel Holder. Made by the well known maker, Maitland Smith,...

An amazing and unique piece by renowned American pottery and ceramic master Paul Soldner who in the 1950s was Peter Voulkos' first student and who later became famed for developing the technique now known as "American Raku" - a practice of using low temperature salt firing...

This striking vintage eagle statue is a masterclass in rustic Americana folk art, offering a powerful sense of character and craftsmanship. Hand-carved from a single block of solid w...

A pair of fossil agate coral with a coordinating baroque pearls. Fossil agate coral is Florida's state stone and is known for its unique formation that can take place over 20 millio...

Gary slater freeform sculpture, circa early 1980s. This example executed in stainless steel looks great from any angle. Signed and numbered 2/25.

An amber glass galloping horse sculpture / bookend by L.E. Smith Glass Company, circa 1990s. The piece is in very good condition with no chips or cracks and measure 6"W x 3"D x 8"H. ...

This signed Erté Art Deco glamorous female figurine, crafted for the Franklin Mint, captures the iconic elegance and theatrical style of the legendary desi...

Large, bold and provocative, this very rare bronze sculpture depicts a powerful, muscled nude male figure endeavoring to lift an enormous rock, his legs splayed and his body tensed t...

Clearly inspired by the form made famous by Harry Bertoia, this spray-shaped Kinetic sculpture is made of fine wires which can swing and sway in a soothing manner. The piece is marke...

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of natural history with our exquisite collection of luxury fossil art. Showcasing breathtaking natural specimens from the legendary Green Rive...

A beautiful pair of organic sculptural clam shells on Lucite stands, circa 1980s. The pair are in very good condition and measures 9.5"W x 3"D ...

Mid-century pink and green ceramic flamingo tabletop statue by Brad Keeler. It features a beautifully detailed pink flamingo in lush leaves and grass. The flamingo with a gloss finis...

Carboniferous Fern Fossil Natural Specimen, Est Age 300 Million Years. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing soon and items will not be available thereafter.*** The foldable clear pl...

Abstract Modern Musician Sculpture by Austin Productions. Sculpture has a hairline damage weak spot. Needs to be handled carefully as it flexes sl...

The initial inspiration for the elemental top collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda was wooda’s iconic logo of a tree. We felt it captured the company’s synergy for working with wood ...

For your consideration a vintage pair of Curtis Jeré brutalist iron wire lion sculptures. Produced around the 1970s, these distinctive Mid-Century Modern pieces are made from welded...

This wall sculpture by Curtis Jere is really stunning in person. A beautiful addition to a Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency space. The peacock head and body are patinated cast...

Charming “Good Fairy” sculpture by Jessie McCutcheon, depicting a whimsical fairy figure with an expressive, graceful presence. The work captures McCut...

A remarkable fusion of art and natural science, this aluminum sculpture captures the hidden architecture of a red fire ant colony in striking metallic permanence. Both organic and ab...

Large vintage collection of 39 lucite encased insect specimens. Range in size 4.25" x 1.75" x 1" to 1.75" x 1.25 x .75".

An abstract cast metal sculpture, produced in the US, c. 1960s.

Striking impressive large 19th century Running Horse weathervane made into a freestanding sculpture. The horse has copper body, zinc head and beautifully detailed teeth, ears and ey...

Fantastic hand carved onyx figure of a woman in a yoga pose. The artist is Anthony Gennarelli which we several of his works and will be listing them soon. Orange green and brown are ...

This substantial Triceratops jaw bone fossil from offers a rare glimpse into the anatomy of one of the most iconic dinosaurs of the Cretaceous period. With rugged surface detail and ...

Beautifully patinated, absolutely exquisite Art Nouveau figural bronze coffee table by C. Conndray. This coffee table is a perfect example ...

Rare Emily Kaufman "Nya" contemporary art statue / sculpture. Made of resin with hand applied oil paints. features a women in a black cocktail dress with short blonde hair and a stri...

For your consideration, an authentic 1960s Mid-Century Modern modernist carved wood egret bird sculpture signed by the artists K & P. Signed and stamped by the artists K & P. Finely ...

Fossil Megalodon "The Monster Shark" Tooth in Acrylic Custom Box. Megalodon is an extinct species of sharks that lived 10 to 25 million years ago, during the Miocene period. It’s con...

An architectural studio sculpture carved from a single piece of Douglas Fir and mounted on its original steel plate base. This monumental abstract floor sculpture stands at an impre...

A powerful and evocative bronze sculpture titled “Building Blocks” by American artist Tanya Ragir (1955–2023). This striking figurative work is signed, dated 1999, and marked 1/9 fro...

VESSEL NO. 2 J.M. Szymanski d. 2017 15 facets form this unique object. Mathematically designed and hand-wrought. Not water safe. Our products are fabricated and finished by hand, s...

A David Goldhagen art glass pod on stand entitled “Cosmic Vortex”. With dimmable backlight. Etched with signature, number and title. glass piece: 25 inches wide by 10 inches d...

A Large Iconic New York City Empire State Building Sculpture. This impressive piece is uniquely handmade of beveled glass and framed in...

Mounted Bufflehead duck in a flying position on driftwood.

Multi-plane sculpture by Harry Bertoia made of steel and molten brass. This was a working model for a large commission installation of ten sculptures ...

Bison skull on a fossil agate coral decorated with tangerine crystal quartz points. The North American bison skull is perfectly intact mounted on a coordin...

This exceptional 1960s Brutalist still life sculpture is a masterful testament to mid-century studio craft, presenting a powerful interplay of industrial raw metalwork and organic botanical form. As beautifully captured in photos, this piece is meticulously hand-forged, showcasing an array of highly stylized flowers, spiky starburst flora, and textured wheat-like stalks rising elegantly from a faceted, geometric iron vase. Each blossom is intricately constructed with individual layered metal petals, jagged cut edges, and torch-cut brazed brass accents at the centers that catch the light, adding a brilliant flash of warmth to the dark, moodier iron patina. For critical collector provenance, this important mid-century work is signed "Bob Schmitz" in a striking gold script on the reverse side of the vase. Vase is 6.75"h x 6.25" x 6.25" Embodying the rebellious, texture-heavy spirit of the Brutalist art movement, this hand-forged sculpture celebrates raw construction with its exposed welds, torch-hewn edges, and multi-toned oxidation. Cleverly engineered for both stability and customizable display, the heavy metal flower rods are held securely in place by a dense sand filling on the inside of the vase, allowing the dramatic bouquet to maintain its striking arrangement. The faceted exterior features beautifully visible seams and a mottled, fire-kissed surface patina that transitions seamlessly from dark charcoal tones to deep copper hues, accented by the artist's gold signature. A commanding and deeply textural decorative statement, this mid-century studio sculpture by Bob Schmitz makes an incredible centerpiece for a Brutalist or mid-century modern interior. Born in Illinois, Bob Schmitz was a skilled Midwestern craftsman who learned the intricacies of welding and traditional metalworking directly from his grandfather, a professional blacksmith. He eventually took over his family's historic forge, successfully transitioning the traditional shop into specialized, custom fabrication and independent studio design. Operating in the true spirit of the mid-century American Studio Craft movement, Schmitz hand-forged, torch-cut, and built his pieces individually by hand rather than relying on mass factory production. This meticulous, bench-work approach explains the highly customized, one-of-a-kind engineering seen in his work, such as using a dense sand filling inside the vase to balance and secure the heavy metal flower rods. Active during the 1960s and 1970s boom in torch-cut metal art, Schmitz utilized heavy, industrial materials like iron, brass, and copper to create dramatic, highly textured interpretations of nature. Because he was a dedicated regional craftsman who prioritized individual studio artistry over large-scale commercial gallery contracts, surviving examples of his large-scale sculptural work remain exceptionally rare to find on the open market today. Bob Schmitz, Mid-Century Studio Craft, Brutalist Flower Sculpture...

Impressive beautifully cast bronze equestrian sculpture having neoclassical design on the plinth and fantastic details. GG

Capture the essence of nature and organic modern design with this one-of-a-kind stone sculpture mounted on a solid, handcrafted mango wood base. This piece serves as a captivating ...

This vintage abstract ceramic bust sculpture presents a refined minimalist interpretation of the human form, defined by elongated proportions, smooth contours, and simplified facial ...

Whimsical vintage cast iron pig bank, circa 1930s. The bank is in good vintage condition and measures 5"W x 10"D x 5.5"H. #2242.

This striking pair of vintage palm tree sculptures is a masterful expression of Hollywood Regency flair and artisanal metalwork. Hand-crafted from punch-cut tole, each tree features ...

Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture - Juneau, Alaska 1984 Hand carved wooden sculpture, presented on a dark wooden base. The sculpture is somewhat figural, but rather abstract. Th...

This is a 1970s large scale chinoiserie figurine depicting a female holding a brass umbrella. This piece is attributed to Chapman and in very good condition.

Mid Century era torch cut metal sculpture by John DeMott. The Brutalist style clipper ship has gold, copper and bronze colors to the metal. The stone base appears to be onyx. DeMott’...

Artist and sculptor Ruth Keller Schweiss (Missouri 1920-2006) "Ballet Dancers" abstract figural sculpture in bronze with applied patina on marble base, c. 1965. Her sculptures show ...

This late 19th-century bronze sculpture depicts a wild stag in mid-call, standing on a textured base that evokes natural elements. The piece showcases intricate detailing with except...

A fine signed bronze sculpture. Entitled: "Elder" By Julia Levitina. Depicting of a full figure male standing erect and barefoot clothed in a full-length trench coat. With chocol...

Mid-century pink and green ceramic flamingo tabletop salt & pepper shaker set by Sarsaparilla from the 1980s. The set features two beautifully detailed pink flamingos in lush green l...

Elegant cast bronze and quartz sculpture from the 1960's. Brutalist style, decorative object, in excellent original condition. A classic and beautiful piece that can complement any h...

Stunning Men Cave or Desk accessory . Original jet engine or turbine window (blade) on a thick solid Oak stand . turbine blade from a jet engine (such as a Boeing 737-800 or Rolls R...

Modern "Folk Art" crocodile made of cast fiberglass, in distressed white paint surface. Large scale makes this an impressive decorative item, probably circa 1960s. This item is built...

A true testament to mid-century modern artistry, this vintage glazed ceramic sculpture features a bold, architectural form with striking geometric cutouts and dynamic negative space....

A rare large polished quartz geode with cream and golden hues and naturally forming crystal druzy formations. This specimen is from the Appalachian region of Kentucky. This was dug by hand and includes golden druzy crystal formations. This is a particularly large geode specimen...

A very cool modernist hand-carved hardwood sculpture of a woman, circa 1970s. The intricacy of the piece is amazing and it appears to be hand carved from a hardwood (possibly rosewoo...