Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli Travertine Elephant Sculpture
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Add a touch of timeless Italian design to your space with this exquisite travertine elephant sculpture by Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli. Handcrafted from natural travertine stone, ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
Albert Leon Wilson Signed Mid-Century Modern Nude Female Abstract Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic, quite whimsical, engaging Mid-century Modern abstract female nude sculpture by New York artist Albert Leon Wilson. This is one of the best pieces we have come across of his work.
Wilson was born in 1920 in Jamaica, New York. In the mid-1950s he relocated to Rochester, New York, where he worked until 1967 as an art director, illustrator, and photographer, winning over 20 graphic art awards from the Rochester Society of Communicating Artists. Afterward, he found his calling working with welded and bent metals and designing abstract sculptures often featuring figures and animals. He passed away in 1999.
The sculpture is signed and dated (1968) with Wilson's traditional imprint/stamp.
Wilson's work has been exhibited at the York State Craft Fair, Ithaca College, NY; Northeast Craft Fair, Am. Craftmen's Council, Mount Snow...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Mid Century Brass Chickens
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Presenting a captivating pair of solid Mid-Century brass chickens, a duo that perfectly encapsulates the charm and elegance of the era. This set features a majestic rooster and a gra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Exquisite Miniature Italian Bisque Porcelain Fawn Figurine, Superbly Crafted
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Unbelievably delicate and superbly crafted, Italian bisque porcelain fawn figurine
Miniature in size with huge appeal
Highly likely to be from the 1980's
Hand painted matt finish
H...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Midcentury Italian Alabaster Grapes
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Original midcentury decorative large cluster of grapes in painted alabaster with an olive branch for stem.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Signed Livio Seguso Murano Gold-Accented Pear & Apple Glass Sculptures
By Livio Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant pair of large Murano glass sculptures, a pear and an apple, was crafted by renowned glass artist Livio Seguso. The sculptures feature a striking satin finish, complement...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Silver Plate Life Size Giant Clam Shell Sculpture
By D'argenta
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking life size giant clam shell sculpture or object of art having the iconic form and texture with a silver plated finish by D'Argenta Studios.
Category
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate
Carl Auböck Model #3310-4 'Flat' Brass and Leather Table Bell
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #3310 Large Brass Bell with Leather Handle
Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly functional and sculptural bell is executed in polished brass with a rich brown le...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Chrome Bull and Pen Holder Statue Decorative Desk Accessory, Italy 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 20th century Bull statue on a marble base with a pen holder. Desktop accessory, made of metal, chrome and marble. Nice addition to your wri...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal, Chrome
Haeger Canary Yellow Abstract Tiered Sculpture
By Royal Haeger
Located in New York, NY
A stunning rare abstract Haeger bright canary yellow tiered sculpture. This piece coordinates with a catchall in the same color, listed separately, see photos. Beautiful on its own, ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Italian Midcentury Rimini Blu Ceramic Candleholder by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Vienna, AT
iconic Italian modern ceramic candleholder from the Rimini Blu series designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy. It is in beautiful original condition.
The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Blenko Glass Owl Book Ends
By Blenko Glass
Located in Denton, TX
1960s Blenko glass bookends, designed by Joel Myers rare clear solid cast glass with textured design in the front and smooth on the back.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Val Bertoia Sound Sculptures, 2012
By Val Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary artist Val Bertoia's pair of Sound Sculptures made in 2012 are part of the Bertoia Sonambient series. The full circle piece is made of 10 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Original 1930s Carved Wood Dog
Located in London, GB
The dog is in gilt carved wood We believe to be an Italian greyhound sitting on its haunch. It has a gold buckled dog collar around the neck. The dog attached to cartouche shaped b...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Torch Cut Brutalist Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré, Bijan
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A large table top brutalist torch cut and welded sculpture mounted in an ebonized wood base. Similar in style but more stylish than the pieces by Curtis Jere. This particular des...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Fantastic Brass, Copper and Enamel Mobile by Cesar Vasquez
Located in Highland, IN
This fanciful mobile is pure delight. Festooned with birds, flowers and leaves, this by Chilean artist Cesar Vasquez reminds us of why Alexander Girard w...
Category
1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Enamel
Mid century design tin pewter wall bird , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid century design tin pewter wall bird , 1970s
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Tin
1970s Sergio Bustamante Mixed Metal Cockatiel on Swing Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Mexico Sergio Bustamante Hanging Metal Parrot Cockatoo Bird perched on a Swing.
Sculpted in gold, silver and copper toned metal elements.
Maker signed and numbered.
33 tall x 1...
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Copper
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italian Midcentury Blue Sculpture Ceramic Horse 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design large blue glazed ceramic stylized horse sculpture designed by Aldo Londi and produced by Bitossi Fiorentino, Italy 1960s
Please note that the ceram...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Signed Plaster Drargon Gargoyles
Located in Faversham, GB
An intriguing pair of painted plaster gargoyles in wonderfully worn shades of green.
The gargoyles used to hang from small hooks to the base of each so ...
Category
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Paint
Val Bertoia ""Sounds Fine from 6 in Line" B-2702 Sculpture
By Val Bertoia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Bertoia Studios B-2702 6 Rod "Sounds Fine From 6 In Line" sculpture with certificate of authenticity signed by Val, the artist and son of the original designer, Harry Bertoia. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Copper
Brass and Marble Birds in Flight Seagulls Sculpture in Style of Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Mid Century Modern sculpture features three birds, possibly seagulls, in flight; The birds are done in brass and mounded on a round black marble base.
The sculpture is not signed, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Rare Signed Binazzi Goose Shell Trinket Bowl Sculpture, 1970s, Italy
By Binazzi
Located in Vis, NL
Rare Signed Binazzi Italy small trinket bowl. Natural shell combined with silver plated sculpture.
1970s, made in Italy.
This piece is in near excelle...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Gold Plate
Small elephant by Walter bosse around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Small elephant by Walter bosse around 1950s
Original condition
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Metal Fish Sculpture with Subtle Reflections, Modern and Versatile Design
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Metal Fish Sculpture with Subtle Reflections, 50 cm, Modern and Versatile Design
This stunning metal fish sculpture combines artistic elegance with a striking design. Featuring nua...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Tessellated Stone Marble Travertine Sculpture of Nude Female Torso Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Tessellated stone marble Travertine sculpture of nude female torso mint!
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Brass Crane Umbrella Stand with Repousse Fish Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful and gracefully designed Brass Umbrella Stand in the shape of an arched Crane. The piece has a drip pan with a creative repousse swirl of water and Koi. A compliant to any...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Murano Green Iridescent Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Angel Candleholder Figure
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown green and gold flecks Italian art glass angel candlestick figurine. Created in the manner of the A.Ve.M. (Arte Vetraria Muranese) company. The ang...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
A set of Two Penguins Sculptures signed, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury modern set of two sculpted clay penguins Mother and Child designed in the 1960s and signed by the artist with RB, black and white glaze. In good original condition.
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Serene Standing Wood Totem Still Stand No33 by NONO, A Joel Escalona Creation
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona
Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the power of the material...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Signed and Dated 1987 Curtis Jere Feathered Spiral Sculpture Brass & Marble
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Brass
Ceramic nude women sculpture vienna around 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
Ceramic nude women sculpture vienna around 1970s
Original condition
Good condition
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Finnish Artist Oiva Toikka Striped Glass Whippoorwill or Willow Duck by Iittala
By Oiva Toikka, Iittala
Located in St. Louis, MO
Renowned Finnish glass artist Oiva Toikka designed whippoorwill or willow duck with bands of olive green stripes running around an otherwise transparent body. In fine used condition....
Category
1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
White Hand-Painted Porcelain Poodle Dogs by Lomonosov, Soviet, 1960s, Set of 2
By Lomonosov
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This is an adorable pair of vintage mid-century modern Lomonosov Soviet Imperial Russia hand-painted fine porcelain sitting white poodle dog figurines, dating back to the 1960s.
Crafted from white soft-paste porcelain, these figurines feature exquisite hand-painted details, showcasing the iconic sitting posture of poodle dogs. Each figurine is delicately painted to capture the charm and elegance of the breed.
The figurines made by the Imperial Lomonosov Porcelain Factory...
Category
1960s Russian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Iron and Tin Rooster Movie Prop "The Cincinnati Kid" Estate of Skitch Henderson
Located in Stamford, CT
Very cool hand wrought iron and tin rooster, the bird shown strutting and showing off his regalia of life-like feathers. Large scale at 28 by 26 by 12 inches.
You can see this rooster as a prop in the 1965 Steve McQueen movie...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Teak Biomorphic Abstract Sculpture
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a mid century biomorphic abstract sculpture hand carved in teak.
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Cenedese Vetri Murano Art Glass Penguin Sculpture
By Cenedese
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This art glass penguin figurine was made by the renowned Cenedese art glass factory of Murano Italy in approximately 1965 in a period Mid-Century mode...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
VTG Gustavsberg Sweden Art Pottery Kennel Spaniel Figurine Design Lisa Larson
By Gustavsberg
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A vintage pottery Cocker Spaniel figurine of the "Kennel" series, designed by Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg in the 1970s.
Manufacturer: Gustavsberg, Sweden
Design: Lisa Larson
Marks: ...
Category
1980s Scottish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century English Pottery Yorkshire Dog Sculpture Staffordshire England 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Painted ceramic, good original vintage condition. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Yorkshire Dog Sculpture was produced in Staffordshire, Engla...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta
H+F Denmark Big 8" Teak Mouse Sculpture With Leather Ears & Tail
By Lisa Larsen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Fantastic oversized Solid Teak Wood & Leather Mouse by H+F Denmark. It has an untouched original patina; one ear has a fold, and the tip of the nose has a little nick.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Teak
A studio art ceramic sculpture of two mermaids, mid 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A very special studio art ceramic pottery sculpture of two - perhaps lesbian - mermaids sharing a secret, signed, mid twentieth century. This unique sculpture also doubles as a catch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid-Century Chartreuse & Transparent Hand-Blown Murano Glass Bird Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
This playful and beautifully formed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Murano Glass Bird Sculptures in Chartreuse & Transparent Glass W/ 24K Gold Flecks originates from Italy, ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Spanish Rustic Metal Hand Bell, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional metal hand bell bottle opener, by unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautif...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Concave Rose Gold Mirror
Located in London, GB
Impressive pink gold concave mirror with brass wall bracket
other colors are available.
Bronze, blue, green, copper
Some colours available im...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Architectural Ceramic Water Fountains Sculptures Bronze Glazed 1960 Mobach
By Mobach
Located in London, GB
The sculptural head shaped water features hand-turned in ceramic, produced by Mobach in Utrecht during the 1960's. Mobach produced this unique mat bronze lustre glaze has a result of...
Category
1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli Pair of Travertine Marble Swans, Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Stunning pair of 1970s swan-shaped sculptures in travertine and made in Italy, designed by Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Vintage French Ceramic Zoomorphic Pitcher by Jacques Blin 'circa 1950s'
By Jacques Blin
Located in London, GB
Vintage French ceramic pitcher / vase (circa 1950s) by Jacques Blin. The pitcher in the form perhaps of a proud French coq is in a subtle hue covered in Blin's trademark misty glaze....
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Aldo Londi Glazed Ceramic Ram Sculpture for Bitossi Studio
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Pair of Lladro Chinese Farmer Porcelain Figurines
By Lladro
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a GORGEOUS PAIR of extremely rare and important Lladro, long retired porcelain figurine sculptures.
Known as the ‘Chinese Farmer’ and the ‘Chinese Farmer with Staff’.
Th...
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Family of Three Porcelain Sculpture by Howard Pierce
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Family of three ceramic figure sculpture by Howard Pierce. Howard Pierce graduated from the Art Institute of Chicago, later moving to California where he attended Pomona College. Glo...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Small rabbit figurine by walter bosse vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Small rabbit figurine by walter bosse vienna around 1950s
Original condition
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Hand Painted Life Size Collie Lassie Sculpture by Ronzan, Italy 1970s
Located in Voorburg, NL
A stunning and rare Hand Painted Ceramic Collie by Ronzan Torino Italy (signed). Giovanni Ronzan and his brothers founded the Ronzan factory circa 1940s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Gold Plated Fighting Cockerel Ornaments, Italy, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pair of gold plated fighting cockerel ornaments. These beautiful sculptures were produced in Italy in the 1960s.
An iconic set from the 1960s that is incredibly rare to be found gold plated. These animated roosters hand-crafted sculptures feaures incredible details, perfect example of midcentury Italian manufacture.
A fantastic eye-catching set, that will be the perfect addition for enriching a desk or a midcentury hallway entrance...
Category
1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Metal
Alfredo Barbini V.A.M.S.A. Centerpiece Murano Glass 1950 italy
Located in Milano, IT
Exceptional Centerpiece Alfredo Barbini V.A.M.S.A. Murano Glass 1940/50
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Gabriella Binazzi, Silver Plate, Brass & Large Seashell Swan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in this beautiful large Italian Swan in Silver Plate & Brass black with a Large Seashell.
This figurine sculpture is by Gabriella Binazzi, but not signed, C.1960.,
Great detail...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Mexican Sermel Papier Mâché Small Mushroom Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
Papier mâché small mushroom by Sermel. Hand painted design with overall areas of wear and minimal paint loss. Signed on the underside.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Paper
Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A classic decorative bust statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal on a Marble base. Very decorative and nice to display in your library or any room.
Category
1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
Stunning pair of vintage ceramic leopards sculptures made in Italy 1960s
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stunning pair of vintage female and male ceramic leopard sculptures, Italy 1960.
Beautiful set of two vintage glazed ceramic leopard sculptures. Made i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-century Modern sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern 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 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 Mid-Century Modern sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Walter Bosse, Herta Baller, Curtis Jeré, and Joel Escalona. 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $34 and tops out at $295,000 while the average work can sell for $1,322.