Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Art Nouveau 'Plaster' Detailed and Stylized Image of a Women's Buste Beautifully Detailed 1935, France Signed: Depose C.G.390 The Buste is in good condition with a nice age pati...

This large vintage Murano glass sculpture is a mid-century Italian craftsmanship that takes the elegant form of a stylised fish. Hand-blown in the 1960s, it features a fluid, abstrac...

iconic Italian modern ceramic ashtray from the Rimini Blu series designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy. It is in beautiful original condition. The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo Lon...

Sculpted and glazed by Waylande Gregory, one of America's greatest sculptors and ceramicists before and after World War II, this white and gold peacock is distinguished by a lovely w...

The hand blown Sculpture depicts a pair of parrots poised upon twisted branches. The artist has represented the birds in an opaque dark brown glass decorated internally with gold inc...

Set of three miniature bronze Japanese dolphins, circa 1970s. The dolphins are about 2.75" long and have a wonderful vintage patina! #1391.

A charmingpair of mid 20th century Venetian glass figurines of a gentleman and his lady companion. Made by Franco Giancarlo Toffolo for Toffolo Venice. Venice has for centuries been ...

1970s Stan Bitters RARE Abstract Environmental Ceramic Sculpture. This RARE Monumental Mid century Modern Stan Bitters Ceramic Sculpture Is A Gorgeous Vintage Piece Of The Master...

Ceramic sculpture by Carlo Zauli from the series "Sphere" done in the circa 1970s. Stoneware and very abstract. Influences of Lucio Fontana are apparent. Exhibited large scale installations during Milan Design Week 2013. Carlo Zauli is indisputably considered one of the most important sculptors of the twentieth century. After having won the main awards in ceramics in the fifties, the early sixties saw him evolve towards a markedly sculptural interpretation of his Craft. In these years he developed his own artistic language, imbued with informal atmospheres intertwined with a harmonious but disruptive "naturalness": these are the years of growing international success. From 1958, the year in which the great high-reliefs were made for the Baghdad palace and the Kuwait State Printing Office, he saw his fame grow continually, up to the end of the seventies and eighties, throughout Europe, Japan , North America, where he realizes exhibitions and placed work permanently. Carlo Zauli was born in 1926 in Faenza, where he died in 2002. Instead of ornate platters and decorative vases, his work seemed to have emerged from the earth itself, with organic curves, jagged edges, cracks and fissures that reflected the artist’s keen connection with nature. It was this passion for the natural world that made his work revered in Japan. Zauli first showed in the Japan as well in 1964 with the International Exhibition of Contemporary Ceramic Art that toured several top museums. At the beginning of 1960s, Carlo Zauli enters an artistic period in which he could be defined 'a sculptor of vases.' He subjects his vases to a progressive process of geometrical synthesis that, combined with a sort of abnormal growth, turns them into true sculptures. His studio receives frequent visits from Arnaldo and Giò Pomodoro, Giuseppe Spagnulo...

Murano Decorative Murano Bookcase Sculpture / Paperweight, slim desk accessory / Coffee table accessory A heavy, fun and decorative Murano clear glass paperweight accessory for yo...

Antonio Castillo Mexican Modernist hand hammered and oxidized copper owl sculpture. A similar work by Antonio is pictured on the cover of 1966 issue of Art...

Spanish name: Máscara Precolombiana Translation: Pre Columbian Mask Handmade polished brass sculpture adorned with gemstone turquoise encrusted eyes & hanging earrings. Stamped with makers mark, Taller Tinta...

Mid-Century Modern iconic Italian door handle by the enameller and painter Paolo De Poli (1905–1996) in collaboration with Gio Ponti. Made of red e...

Royal Copenhagen dog ceramic sculpture Origin Denmark Circa 1960 excellent general condition with some wear on one of its front legs Dog sculpture possibly of the Airedale Terrier br...

Murano, Italy, 1950s. This fish is made in polychromed encased hand-blown Murano glass with fins that are made in amber colored hand-modeled glass. It is a vintage piece, therefore...

"This captivating bronze bull sculpture, crafted by the talented artist Janez Boljka during the 1960s, is a masterpiece of mid-century artistry. The sculpture captures the essence of...

Dramatic pair of midcentury cast metal sea fans with their iconic form finished in gold leaf and presented on black glass bases.

Marc Weinstein starburst wall sculpture.

Mid-century set of 2 pink and green flamingo ceramic figurines and decorative vase. The set features two beautifully detailed pink flamingos with their wings outstretched among lush ...

Mid-century set of 2 pink and green flamingo ceramic figurines with flamingo pool tray decorative bowl. The set features two beautifully detailed pink flamingos with wings outstretch...

Mid-century pair of Anthony Redmile urns crafted with an eccentric array of materials featuring amethyst stone, ostrich eggs, boar tusks and carved ebony all in a dramatic compositio...

Early 20th Century Wooden Sculpture – Inspired by Brancusi's Iconic Style, France Unveil the timeless elegance of early 20th-century artistry with this exceptional wooden sculpture,...

Mid-century pink and green flamingo ceramic figurine in a flamingo pool tray decorative bowl, commonly used as a ring jewelry tray. The set features a detailed pink flamingo among lu...

This is a beautiful shiny pink many petal hand beaded flower, that would be perfect as a large boutonniere or a fantastic addition to any floral arrangement or on it's own in a small...

Clipper ship sculpture made of welded brass sheets. Signed by artist Mario Jason and set on an onyx base. Please confirm location NY or NJ

Midcentury figurative nude woman in bronze on wood base entitled "Pondering" by Harriet Hochberg, circa 1979. The piece has a wonderful von...

Italian Mid-Century porcelain sculpture of a leopard, mid-stride, with open mouth. (manner of Capodimonte)(Similar sculptures: GRS6247, GRS6249) Repairs on feet

A large Palatnik whale with black decoration, signed in the item ‘Pal’ and retains its ‘Made in Brazil’ paper label to the base. In excellent condition, c.1970.

Free form rocking chair with cast aluminum tractor seat and backrest,, Canadian Bill Lishman is best known for his role in Operation Migration, which continues his successful efforts to re-shape avian migration patterns across North American. Lishman earned the nickname "Father Goose" by developing the means to encourage large flocks of birds to settle in new nesting areas by leading them in flight using an ultra-light aircraft. His unusual methods have had great success over 3 decades, and were the Subject of the 1996 film FLY AWAY HOME. He is also a noted artist and sculptor, and designed the geodesic-style buried home where he lives near Toronto. His great contribution as a furniture designer is the 1976 Lishman Rocker...

Curtis Jere Style Mid Century Brass Palm Tree Sculpture This sculpture measures: 14.5 wide x 14.5 deep x 29 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored ...

Beautiful ceramic sculpture of a man and a woman called infinity circle of love by Royal Haeger.

Modernist marble and stone sculpture by David F. Soule, hand-carved, wonderfully executed, trapizoid shape stone base, mounted carved and polished marble sphere, stunning.

Rare and important hand-blown glass bird on a branch with wings open, model 13884, by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy c. 1957. The work is done with ...

Vintage sculpture mode of glazed ceramic. Produced by Jihokera in former Czechoslovakia in the 1950s Good Original condition

Vintage Eugene Gauss (American, 1905-1988) Mid Century Figural Carved Solid Red Stone Picasso Style Wall Art Sculpture (Approx 20 lbs). Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 21.5" H...

Vetrerie Toso, Italy, circa 1930s. It is made in blown glass and polychrome paste. A clear sign of the authenticity of the piece, its age and its creation is the presence of ash particles in the glass. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition and ready to become a piece in a home. Literature: Giordana Naccari, Cristina Beltrami, ed. Skira, "L' Arca di Vetro. La Collezione di animali di Pierre Rosenberg...

A truly striking hand carved teak bald eagle head sculpture on wood base, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 15...

Circular Marble Chess Set: A Melody of Beige and Terracotta Brown. Discover this magnificent chess set, a true work of art designed to delight both discerning collectors and passion...

This Piece features primitive designed Carved motifs of people recessed into the wood. Walnut wood tone. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 7 1/2 W ; 1 1...

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...

Injection Mold Plastic Weight-Lifter that lifts and lowers his arms when plugged in and running. Very Clever period piece, perfect for that weight-lifter in your life! Has a bracket in back that lets you hang it on peg board...

We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place. 1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918 2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945 The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done. Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them. In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life. Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war. The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street. With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”. Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies. In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America. During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture. At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site). In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil. Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair. Andres Kálnay, of Hungarian origin, made around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter Gropius, director of the Bauhaus, lived in Argentina, where he wrote articles for “Sur” magazine and founded in Buenos Aires, an architectural firm with Franz Möller, who was also an architect, where he built two houses. At the same time several famous designers decided to immigrate to Argentina, among them we can find the well-known French designer, Jean-Michel Frank, who arrived in the country in 1940 and also worked for the Rockefeller family. Special pieces were made, which were sold exclusively in the country, such as the well-known German company “WMF”, who sold their products by catalogue, which were chosen by the ladies of High Society in the list of wedding gifts, as well as the pieces designed by Christofle. The Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti, made special pieces for Argentinean mansions. In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th Century to the mid-20th Century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique. The brands Maple and Thompson also set up shop in the country. The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture manufacturers travelled to international fairs and bough the patterns to produce the furniture in Argentina, such as the furniture firm Englander and Bonta, who bought the patterns ins Italy. It is worth mentioning that in Argentina we have the largest Community of Italians outside...

Ceramic Jaguar from Italy, stamped under the base. circa's 1960 in perfect condition.

Rare and highly decorative giraffe sculpture. Anyone who has ever been to Africa and saw these majestic animals in the wild will never forget the sight of them. The graceful manner ...

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...

Article: Ceramic stoneware object Designer and producer: Gerhard Liebenthron Information: Gerhard Liebenthron, Bremen 1925 †2005 Decade: 1970s This ori...

Wonderful and rare large table lighter by Emil Milan in E.T. rosewood. Lighter is not functioning, will need flint and fuel.

This stunning pair of vintage rainbow onyx obelisks showcases a vibrant array of natural colors, including rich tea green, mint green, soft pink, orange, yellow, light brown, and cre...

Solid red marble with brass accent stem apple paperweight or sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 3" x 3.5"H. #4671

Beautiful example in pristine condition, designed by Man Ray for Gavina's ultramobile exhibition.

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood Good Original condition.

Italian mid-century wooden sculpture "Elemento Vegetale "from Amazzonia series entirely in wood. The structure is Created by Elvio Becheroni in 1970s. Good conditions.

Striking group of five mid century assorted seashell specimens sculpturally enhanced with a silver overlay. Priced individually. Top Left H: 5 W: 8 D: 5.5 $1,450.00 Top Cente...

Made in Italy, 1920s - 1930s. This miniature horse is made in hand-modeled Murano glass. It might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but i...

Marcello Fantoni (Italian, 1915 - 2011) architectural brazed wire tabletop or wall mount sculpture of a church. Signed Fantoni Firenze Italy on metal tag.

Transport yourself to a bygone era of elegance with this exquisite vintage sculpture – a seated Poodle that captures the essence of 1960s artistry. Crafted by Czechoslovakia's renown...

This one-of-a-kind Italian Work of Art, a sculpture bird by Antonio Pavia, is a rare highly collectible object, entirely handcrafted, with an ostrich egg as the body, decorated with ...

Stunning abstract bird sculpture in solid Brazilian Rosewood by artist Narendra Patel. Originally hailing from India, the sculptor completed degrees in painting, sculpting, and product design at the prestigious Maharaja Sayajirao University before moving to the U.S. for his M.A. in Sculpture at Wayne State University and M.A. in Fine Art at Cranbrook in 1965. His final year at Cranbrook in Michigan was the year he completed this piece. The piece is in excellent condition with a fine patina. Mounted in a block of redwood, the bird is free to swivel with its tail smoothly passing each corner without hitting it. A rare early find from an established mid-west artist whose work can be found at outdoor sculpture parks...

An amorphous and sensual early piece by Pioneer Wood Artist Mark Lindquist. Signed and dated '74 along one edge. A carved amorphous natural wood form wi...

Signed Loet Vanderveen Bronze Bull Sculpture, 160/500. The earlier number, e.g., 160, in the edition tends to make a sculpture more valuable compared to later numbers. This handsome ...