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
Pair of Vintage American Midcentury Iron Rabbit Candle Holders with Green Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage pair of American iron candle holders from the mid 20th century, with rabbit sculptures and green patina. Made in the USA during the Midcentury period, each of this pair of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Alberto Donà Gray Engraved Murano Glass Bottles Molato, 1980s
By Alberto Donà
Located in Murano, Venezia
Three bottles engraved entirely by hand with Murano grey blown glass.
To perform this work we need two different processes: the first, to model the hot vase giving form and color. T...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Sculptural Metal Tree Signed "Alanis"
Located in Hanover, MA
Captivating table or shelf sculpture of a fantasy tree (the Tree of Life?) signed "ALANIS" on base of trunk.
Flora are urchin-like forms made of brass.
Reminiscent of Harry Bertoia...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Carlos Gardel Tango Bronze & Marble Plaque Desk Portrait / Sculpture 1950´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Carlos Gardel Tango Polished Bronze & Marble Plaque Desk Portrait / Sculpture.
Carlos Gardel (born Charles Romuald Gardès; 11 December 1890 – 24 June 19...
Category
Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
$719 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Aldo Londi Italian Pottery Bird / Duck Sculpture by Bitossi Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare and very collectible bird/duck sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Raymor, circa the 1960s. The piece is in very great vintage condition with great color and textu...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Tile Wall Art Decoration from a Cat
By Tackoen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ceramic tile wall art decoration from a cat.
Height 94 cm.
Width 47 cm.
Depth 3 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Ceramic
$1,905 Sale Price
20% Off
Still Stand No25: Handcrafted Walnut Serenity Totem by Joel Escalona
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
$11,680 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Murano Blue White Opalescent Italian Art Glass Fish Figure Paperweight Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent cobalt blue and white opalescent Italian art glass fish sculpture / paperweight. Created in the manner of designer Archimede Seguso, in the "Alabastro" technique. The main body is almost a ball, with large applied opal white fins...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass
$400 Sale Price
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Decoration Modern Art Abstract Solid Wood Unseen Force No39 by NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Decoration Modern Art Abstract Solid Wood Unseen Force No39 by NONO
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This monolithic sculpture, designed by the talented Artist Joel Escalona, is a towering example of beauty in c...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Two West German Roth Keramik Art Pottery 'Fat Lava' Guitar Vase
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two West German Roth Keramik art pottery 'fat lava' vases with orange glaze; Guitar vase with square mouth above a bulbous body all in a thick lava glaze ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Curtis Jeré Flat Steel Ribbon Modernist Abstract Sculpture Titled "Emerging"
Located in St. Louis, MO
Amazing large Curtis Jeré for Artisan House flat steel modernist ribbon abstract table sculpture titled "Emerging" model # 101637 and signed C. Jeré 2003 on...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Brass Figural Mouse Objet D’art, a Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of brass mouse form decorative objects. Etched design detail. Signed made in India.
Dimensions are of each individual item.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$145 / set
Modernist Lucite Resin Sculpture with Exploded Clock by Pierre Giraudon, 1970's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A rarely seen cube object in resin and Lucite by the French artist Pierre Giraudon. Shows an 'exploded clock' with all detailed components. A very decorative object.
In good condi...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Resin
1970s Studio Pottery Vase David Cressey Style
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sculptural vase
Modern Art Sculptural Vase Studio Pottery David Cressey Style midcentury modern 1970s
13.25 x 4.75 diameter
RS-30 C stamped on bottom
Preowned original good vinta...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Substantial Pair of Mid-Century Llamas by Jaru
By Jaru
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and substantial pair of mid-century stoneware or plaster llamas by Jaru, circa 1979. Mother and baby llama have been beautifully sculpted with deep striking texture and g...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Travertine Animal Sculptures from Fratelli Mannelli, 1970, Set of 3
Located in KUTNO, PL
A set of three animal sculptures designed by Fratelli Mannelli in Italy in the early 1970s, each sculpture is handcrafted by carving blocks of travertine.
Preserved in original cond...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
A Mid Twentieth Century Oil-Painted Figurative Sculpture by Fred Berger
By Fred Berger
Located in Winnetka, IL
A Mid Century Modern painted wood figurative sculpture by Fred Berger.Fred Berger (American, 1923-2006) Fred Berger’s work can be found in Private Collections and The Art Institu...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta, Wood, Paint
Large Pottery Super Fat Lava Multi-Color 517-45 Vase Scheurich WGP, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Fat lava art vase extra large version
Model: 517-45
Producer:
Scheurich, Germany
Decade:
1970s
This original vintage vase was produced in ...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Midcentury Table Sculpture Ceramic Pandas, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
made from glazed ceramic
set of two price is for all
in good original condition
Bigger is 28cm x 17cm x 18
Smaller is 20cm x 12 x 14
Category
1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Luciano Gaspari Salviati Murano Smoky Green Italian Art Glass Abstract Sculpture
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown clear smoky gray color with green paint stroke Italian art glass sculpture on base. Documented to designer Luciano Gaspari for the Salviati compan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of French Ceramic Horses Attributed to Colette Gueden for Atelier Primavera
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a charming pair of French ceramic horse figures most likely by Colette Gueden for Atelier Primavera. Both have a textured glaze with hand-painted manes and tales. The size li...
Category
1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$780 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Biomorphic Serenity: Carved Oak Totem Still Stand No70 by NONO
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 t...
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
$12,833 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Vintage Signed Bronze and Black Stained Wood Abstract Pleated Sculpture Italian
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous vintage abstract signed Italian sculpture is Mid-Century Modern. It says on the label made in Italy and the signature is Esafedritolle. The bronze has 2 surfaces both p...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Modernist Travertine Marble Box Vide Poche by Fratelli Mannelli, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Travertine stroge box storage box
Designer:
Fratelli Manelli
Decade:
1970s
This original vintage storage object was designed and produced by Fratelli...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Travertine
Scheherazade Porcelain Statue by Volkstedt
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Porcelain statue of Scheherazade the legendary Persian queen and the storyteller of One Thousand and One Nights by Volkstedt porcelain in Thuringia...
Category
1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$1,121 Sale Price
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Bruno Gambone Stoneware Sculpture Sitting Lion 1975
Located in Munich, DE
Cream white glazed and black ceramic sitting lion made by Bruno Gambone in the 1970s, signed Gambone Italy on the bottom.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Cane and Exotic Wood Brazilian Rocking Chair
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sculptural Brazilian rocking chair in the style of Joaquim Tenriero. Amazing quality and design. Original cane seat in need of restoration. (see photo). Hand delivery avail to New Yo...
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Cane, Wood
Pair of Hand Carved Knotty Pine Wood Eagle Head Bookends by Sarreid
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
A striking pair of hand carved knotty pine eagle head bookends by Sarreid, circa 1970s. The bookends, which were made in Spain, are in very good condition and have a white wash overl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Pine
$340 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Val Bertoia Corner Sound Sculpture, 2008
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary artist Val Bertoia's Corner Sound Sculpture made in 2008 is part of the Bertoia Sonambient series. It's made of 11 copper tops silvered to monel rods then silvered to a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Mobile-stabile in chrome-plated steel François Collette, France, 1970
By François Collette
Located in Paris, FR
Mobile-stabile sculpture in chromed steel. Monogrammed F.C. and dated 70.
Height: 54 cm (21.26 inches)
Width: 45 cm (17.72 inches)
Depth: 12 cm (4.72 inches)
Biography : François Collette...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Abstract wooden sculpture by R. Ditmarch, The Netherlands 1970s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Step into the elegance of mid-century design with this striking wooden sculpture by R. Ditmarch, created in the Netherlands during the 1970s. A true embodiment of the era’s passion f...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Jack Made in Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Jack made in oak wood.
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Livio Seguso Murano Glass Sculpture, Italy
By Livio Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Murano glass sculpture designed by Livio Seguso, Italy, 1970's. Clear and smoked hand blown glass. Incised signature to underside an...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Curtis Jeré Brass Mid Century Modern Sculptural Signed Sailing Boat
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Weesp, NL
A Rare Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece – Curtis Jeré’s 1976 Brass Sailboat Sculpture.
Elevate your collection with this exceptional 1976 mid-century modern brass wire sculpture by C...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Murano Opalescent White Blue Bubbles Italian Art Glass Dove Bird Figurines
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful pair of vintage Murano hand blown opalescent blue and white, with controlled bubbles Italian art glass dove bird figurines. Documented to the Frat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass
$563 Sale Price / set
24% Off
Stylish Vintage Porcelain Statue of shepherd dog with label Spana
Located in Verviers, BE
This stylish dog sculpture dates to the late 1950s-1960s and was fabricated in Italy.
The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty!
Available other Art Nouveau, Art deco an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
21st Century Sculptural Modern Handmade Led Chandelier in Brass and Lost Wax
Located in Miami, FL
21st century sculptural large modern spiralling chandelier in brass
Pendant lamp
Handmade
It created with lost wax technique reproducing w...
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$8,700 Sale Price
20% Off
Carrera Marble Double Column Abstract Sculpture, 1980s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carrara marble double column abstract sculpture. Carved abstract detail and geometric forms. Columns slide onto rods on a marble base. Unknown artist. Signed B. 88.
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Richard Rohac clock around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Richard Rohac clock around 1950s
Original condition
The clock is working
Category
1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Lalique Signed Virgin And Child, France, 1947
By Lalique
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, superb crystal virgin with child with satin finish. A collector’s item made by Lalique in France between 1930 and 1950. This high-end piece is made and signed ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
Nerone and Patuzzi 'Elemento Luminose', 1970, Signed, Published, Original Label
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautiful 'elemento luminose' , illuminated wall sculpture designed by the renowned italian sculptors Nerone Ceccarelli & Giovanni Patuzzi (Gruppo NP2) for the gallery 'Forme and Superfici'. Turin,Italy in 1970. The panel has the engraved signature of both Nerone and Patuzzi and still bears the original 'forme and superfici' paper label to the rear of the panel. This sculpture is published in an original 'Forme e Superfici catalog' and the January 1971 issue of the renowned italian design periodical 'Interni-La rivista dell Arredamento'. Please see Literature section below for full reference.
The central disc features a beautiful abstract hand crafted sculptural relief motif on metal , probably zinc, which is illuminated by a hidden fluorescent tube light. The frame surrounding the central sculptural disc is finished in stove enameled steel over a wood structure and features copper detailing.
One of Nerone and Patuzzi's best known works is the enormous , 150 square metre, bas relief in zinc that they created in 1972 for the 'hemicycle' of the then new 'Schulman' building (1973) in Luxembourg which housed the early meetings of the European Parliament . The hemicycle was beautifully decorated following a project by the architect Simonis, combining different materials (leather, wood, metal) in a geometrical harmony, the whole integrated by Nerone and Patuzzi's huge zinc bas-relief on the rear wall. PLEASE SEE IMAGE 9.
The zinc models were engraved using an etching technique, representing geometrical and abstract figures, and mounted on a surface of 150 square metres. The bas-relief was considered at the time to be the biggest sculpture in metal of the world.
LITERATURE:
Original 'Forme e superficie' catalog, confirms name as 'Elemto luminose' model ref C3 104 LZ',
'INTERNI , LA RIVISTA DELL ARREDAMENTO' January 1971, page 18, PLEASE SEE IMAGE 8.
BIOGRAPHY
In 1962 Nerone and Patuzzi founded the 'Gruppo NP2', an acronym that includes the initials of Nerone and Giancarlo Patuzzi: together with other artists "they experiment with new sources of poetic expression from the materials". = The aim of the group is to promote the integration of art in architecture together with other professionals, including Luigi Marchisotti, Dedalo Montali...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Metal, Copper
Rusha Wall Plaque, Glazed Ceramic, 'Image Sailboat', West Germany
By Ruscha
Located in Verviers, BE
Rusha wall plaque, glazed ceramic, (Image Sailboat) West Germany
Was produced in the 1960's
handmade, and made in Germany.
Very collectible.
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 Ducks of White Ceramic Made and Signed by Georges Cassin
Located in Antwerp, BE
This 'modern family' consisting of two ducks and is made by the French ceramist Georges Cassin. Signed. Each bird is unique and sits in a different position. The color white that Cas...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Jaime Hayon Réaction Poétique 1 of 7 decor objects for Cassina, Italy - new
By Jaime Hayon, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
1 of 7 Jamie Hayon decorative objects for Cassina. Hayon crafts a collection of minimalist, functional objects for the modern home, envisioned as a scrupulous dedication to the use o...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid Century/Modern Deco Sculpture, Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant Lady walking down the steps cast in bronze with multi-patinas. Mounted on a solid marble grand staircase. Title is ( The Grand Entrance ) in the manner of M.Reviere. One o...
Category
1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Emil Milan 1981 Cherry Wood Triple Bird Sculpture Thompson PA Studio Craft
By Emil Milan
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare form. Nice example of Emil Milan's sculpture work. Signed, Date with Location.
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Cherry
$2,800 Sale Price
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Tall Abstract Modernist Aluminium Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist TOTEM mask abstract aluminum sculpture standing 4 feet tall. Artist unknown.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
$1,800 Sale Price
35% Off
"the Piano" Wall-Mounted Piece by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen wall-mounted music themed piece by Curtis Jere.
Made of brass. Painted steel. Signed c jere 1994.
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Royal Dux Ceramic Exotic Parrot
By Royal Dux
Located in bari, IT
Exotic parrot in multi-color ceramic by Royal Dux production from late 1950s.
Category
1950s Slovak Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian Midcentury Sphinx Cat by Bagni
By Alvino Bagni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Italian Bagni Pottery Sphinx Cat.
Signed, "Italy", On The Bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
7/20 limited edition "Xai" night stands by Salvador Dali, surrealist design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Design inspired on an artwork by Salvador Dali´: Interpretation project for a stable-library, 1942
Stuffed lamb, elaborated with a technique by a taxidermist. Drawer and table top...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Still Stand No56: Abstract Wooden Grace by NONO, Modern Escalona Sculpture
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
$12,833 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Vintage Stephen Chun Mid Century Modern Brutalist Brass Copper Abstract Wall Art
By Stephen Chun
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Stephen Chun Mid Century Modern Brutalist Brass & Copper Abstract Wall Art. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 20" H x 36" W x 1.5" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Rare California Design Line Bill Curry Pick-Up Lite Table Lamps Chrome Design
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Each lamp 2.2 lbs. of cast and polished steel tapering cylinder, hiding within an electric light socket and toggle switch, activating when lamp is picked up and placed back down.
...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel
$1,995 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Dog Figurine
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white and gold flecks Italian art glass puppy dog figurine sculpture. Documented to the Seguso Vetri d'Arte company, recently found on their illus...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
$320 Sale Price
20% Off
François COLETTE (1936-2024) : Chrome plated stabile sculpture , 1973
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
François COLETTE (1936-2024) : Stabile
Chrome plated and articulated stabile sculpture
Signed 'F.C.' and dated '73'
Dimensions
Height 47 cm
Width 40 cm
Depth 30 cm
Good conditions
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
John W. Mills (1933-2023) Sculpture of ‘Standing Female’
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A maquette sculpture titled ‘Standing Female' by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills. Made from ciment fondu with a patinated verdigris finish, this figure stands upon an i...
Category
Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Curtis Jere Starburst Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Curtis Jere Starburst Sculpture
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Kay Bojesen Oak Elephant Denmark, 1960s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Kay Bojesen oak elephant signed, Denmark, 1960s. Complete with moveable parts. Very good original condition. Signed on the feet: Bojesen Made in Denmark. Bojesen is primarily known f...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Eleven Inch Blown Glass Toucan by Färe-Marcolin
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Blown Glass Toucan by Färe-Marcolin
This beautiful toucan sculpture measures apx 11 inches high!
It is in good vintage condition overall, showing just a little wear and a small, clean chip off the tip of the beak, shown in the last photo though it is hard to photograph and hard to see in photos.
"Färe-Marcolin" is what the FM stands for in FM Konstglas.
Josef Marcolin (1933-2015), who originallly lived and was trained as a glassblower in Murano, Italy, moved to Sweden with his brother Benito in 1954. They made beautiful blown glass/crystal sculptures such as this one, which are known for their unique blend of Murano and Swedish style. They started their own glass sculpture company in the 60s, FM Konstglas. In 1991 they moved back to Italy and continued to create for a short time under the name Sardinia Crystal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
$299 Sale Price
20% Off
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.