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Modern 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Modern Abstract Sculpture in Stainless Steel by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Deconstructed Half Tower by Patrick Coard Paris is a luxurious abstract sculpture that masterfully combines modern design with the artisanal richness of a polished stainless stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Feliciano Bejar Caja De Jano Bubble Box Magiscope Refraction Sculpture Op Art
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Feliciano Béjar Rui­z Magiscopic red perforated glass aluminum box. Bejar was a Mexican artist, best known for a style of sculpture called Magiscopios which involved various material...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modern Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Shedu, Ceramic Sculpture by Joris Grelet
Located in New York, NY
Glazed ceramic. Abstract form, and part of a limited edition series. Artist signed and numbered 1/8.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Modern Giraffe Sculpture, American, Mid- Century
Located in Rochester, NY
A large and early sand cast aluminum Modernist sculpture of a giraffe by Cuban American artist Manuel Carbonell. Pedestal included. Height is 73” with base. Presented by Joseph Da...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Sculptures

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Metal, Aluminum

Modern Abstract Chrome and Marble Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Modern Abstract Chrome and Marble Sculpture, stacked white and black marble base. 17.5" H x 5.25" W x 4.25" D.
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20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Chrome

31 Imera Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Imera Glass Vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is made out of blown glass, and signed on the base, for further information please see authenticity ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Sentido I. Sculpture by Aniana Heras in Red stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
One of a kind, handmade earthy sculptures inspired by traditional Spanish ceramics and classical utilitarian forms. Raw, unglazed, solid. Shapes are simple and bold, echoing campanar...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Sentido II. Sculpture by Aniana Heras in Red stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
One of a kind, handmade earthy sculptures inspired by traditional Spanish ceramics and classical utilitarian forms. Raw, unglazed, solid. Shapes are simple and bold, echoing campanar...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Sentido Triptych. Sculptures by Aniana Heras in Red stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
One of a kind, handmade earthy sculptures inspired by traditional Spanish ceramics and classical utilitarian forms. Raw, unglazed, solid. Shapes are simple and bold, echoing campanar...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Sentido 0. Sculpture by Aniana Heras in Red stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
One of a kind, handmade earthy sculptures inspired by traditional Spanish ceramics and classical utilitarian forms. Raw, unglazed, solid. Shapes are simple and bold, echoing campanar...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Barrera I. Sculpture by Aniana Heras in Glazed white stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Graphic design, vibrant colors, bold lines, light and energy. Aniana's sculptures frequently reference utilitarian forms, spiritual symbols, or imagined rituals. She is interested i...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Barrera II. Sculpture by Aniana Heras in Glazed white stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Graphic design, vibrant colors, bold lines, light and energy. Aniana's sculptures frequently reference utilitarian forms, spiritual symbols, or imagined rituals. She is interested i...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Barrera III. Sculpture by Aniana Heras in Glazed white stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Graphic design, vibrant colors, bold lines, light and energy. Aniana's sculptures frequently reference utilitarian forms, spiritual symbols, or imagined rituals. She is interested i...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Barrera Triptych. Sculptures by Aniana Heras in Glazed white stoneware
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Graphic design, vibrant colors, bold lines, light and energy. Aniana's sculptures frequently reference utilitarian forms, spiritual symbols, or imagined rituals. She is interested i...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Greyhound Dog Ceramic centerpiece. Handmade (no molds!) in Italy. New 2025
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This small family-run contemporary artisan workshop is housed in a historic 19th century building, formerly the site of an old bread oven, renovated at the beginning of the twentieth...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Abstract Sculpture in Bronze Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Tower" sculpture by Patrick Coard Paris epitomizes refined elegance and modern artistry, masterfully crafted in a bronze patina brass veneer inlaid on a fiberglass core. Its sle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Striking Large Brass Sculpture of Giraffe
Located in Rome, IT
Outstanding large giraffe sculpture . The item will be well-suited to either an indoor or outdoor setting.
Category

1990s European Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Abstract Stone Sculpture Totem 06 by Alberto Cabiddu
Located in Weesp, NL
Totem 06 made of Pietra Di Vicenza. Pietra di Vicenza Limestone is a distinguished natural stone revered for its medium-grain texture and soft, creamy color palette. Quarried in the ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Brass, Steel

Harley-Davidson Santa Claus Design Centerpiece Handmade in Italy, 2021
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a funny revisiting of the Harley-Davidson myth. Santa Claus is riding this famous bike bringing his famous Christmas gifts. Our designer creates these pieces completel...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Frederic Weinberg – Modernist Life Sized Bird Cage Sculpture with Ceramic Birds
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This striking life-sized Modernist bird cage sculpture by Frederic Weinberg combines the artist’s signature mid-century design sensibility with whimsical, nature-inspired charm. The ...
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20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Gary Weisman Nude Male Torso Bronze Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine bronze sculpture by Gary Weisman of a male nude torso. With a mixed chocolate brown and verdigris patina. Gary Weisman is an important living American sculptor active in Phi...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Modern Organic Curvy Vida Aged Wood Sculpture with Steel Base by CEU Studio
Located in New York, NY
Vida 2021 by CEU L 55,1" x H 115" Aged wood sculpture with steel base. One of a kind. A graceful sculpture carved from aged wood with a steel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Modern Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Bronze Mid Century Modern Bull Sculpture, Style Of Benin
Located in Toledo, OH
This bronze bull sculpture is done in the style of Benin. The neck and backside of the bull is ornately decorated. Horn to tail this piece is 16.5" long, 2.75" deep and 11.5" tall. T...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Anker Hoffmann "Nina" Dark Patinated Bronze Naked Woman Sculpture
Located in Kastrup, DK
Sculpture of a Young Girl, "Nina," by Danish Artist and Sculptor Anker Hoffmann (1904-1985) A finely crafted bronze sculpture with a dark patina, depicting a young girl titled "Nina....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Decorative Clear Acrylic Chain Link by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Handmade acrylic horseshoe-shaped links are looped together to form a beautiful modern chain. Its translucent and clear color give a bold yet neutral touch to any space, from the most classic to the most modern. Whether layered into entryway vignettes or styled atop the coffee table, the Chain Link adds interest and depth to your styling. Material: Acrylic Care: Carefully dust with feather duster...
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2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

African Vintage Statue Mama Africa 'Masai', Limited Edition
Located in Milano, IT
A splendid resin statue made by an unknown artist, in a limited edition. There is a label under the brass base specifying the edition number of the statue (1399/2000). This statue r...
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Early 2000s Central African Modern Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Magna Beach Ball Handmade Modern Glass Sculpture Contemporary Art
Located in New York, NY
Compete with the sun for attention with the new Magna Beach Ball in Red, White and Blue. Revisit all of those fond memories of summer with this modern version of the classic beach ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

James de Wulf Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Paia, HI
James de Wulf's lighting series offers illuminated sculptures to define spaces. The brass floor lamp stands at 78" tall, is constructed of solid brass sheeting, and holds one standar...
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2010s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Sculpture – Unique Aged Brass Artistic Design by Unsim
Located in Warszawa, PL
The Fluid Series Sculpture, crafted using the sand-casting technique, features a looped silhouette that captures the gentle flow of liquidity frozen in time. Its continuous, circular...
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2010s Polish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Large Murano Art Glass Owl Sculpture Figurine, Italy 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A striking, mouth-blown Murano glass figurine of an owl, crafted using the famed Sommerso technique. This elegant piece features a rich color transition from deep green to light gree...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Setter Dog Ceramic centerpiece with frog and crown Handmade in Italy New 2025
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This small family-run contemporary artisan workshop is housed in a historic 19th century building, formerly the site of an old bread oven, renovated at the beginning of the twentieth...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Architectural Abstract Marble Sculpture
Located in Hudson, NY
Architectural Abstract Marble Sculpture unsigned. modernist. mid to late 20th c. Contact me with any questions or for shipping quotes
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Late 20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Clave and Sat II Sculptures by Aniana Heras in Black Stoneware, Modern Design
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Inspired by architecture and imagined civilizations, these handmade sculptures evoke strength, stability, and timelessness. Each earthy, one of a kind piece becomes a symbol—a fortre...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Salvador Dali Leda Low Table, Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Leda low table designed by Dali manufactured by BD. Legs are in a cast varnish brass. Tabletop in brushed and varnished brass. Carrara marble egg on top. Measures: 51 x 190 x 61 H.cm During the ‘thirties in Paris, Salvador Dalí surrounded himself with a circle of friends involved in the application of art to varied disciplines, above and beyond the study of pure pictorial art. Jean-Michel Frank, a furniture maker and decorator of recognized prestige in the Paris of those years, was on very good terms with Dalí and together they worked on several ideas. The Bracelli lamp which we present here is a Classic design after Jean-Michel’s manner of designing and working, adopted by Dalí for his house at Portlligat. Amongst Dalí ’s specific furnishing projects, and constituting another for his curriculum vitae as a designer, may be counted the garden furnishings...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Lull No118 Handcrafted Wooden Totem for Contemporary Spaces – Designed by Joel E
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Lull No118 Handcrafted Wooden Totem for Contemporary Spaces – Designed by Joel Escalona ——— Balance and tension are at the core of these sculptures. The interplay between the smooth...
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2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

2 Murano Italian Art Glass Sea Turtle Aquarium Figurines Paperweights Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of hand blown Italian art glass figurines / paperweights or hand chillers in the shape of sea turtles with a miniature aquarium scene of two more turtles inside their shells. Me...
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1970s Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

26 Niobe Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Niobe Glass Vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is made out of blown glass and signed on the base. For further information please see authenticity i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Vintage Romeo Rega Brass Large Pyramid Step Box Sculpture Desk Accessory Italian
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing and very special heavy large vintage brass stepped pyramid box and or sculpture designed by Romeo Rega is Italian and now rare. This is from the 70s. It is unmarked but ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Hand Blown Murano Glass Sculpture "The Triple Ribbon"
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Triple Ribbon" Murano glass sculpture is an extraordinary work of art, handcrafted in Murano, Venice by the world’s most skilled glassblowers. Standing at a commanding 61.5 inch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Louise Nevelson Style Dimensional Signed Wood Box Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing and intricate carved wood box sculpture that stands tabletop is signed and dated. The signature is not terribly legible but is dated 1996. It is in the style of Louise Nevelson. The box opens to geometric and raised forms that are dimensional. It bridges Folk Art, Tramp Art and modern art all in one. As you can see from the photos it folds up like a small suitcase...
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1990s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Rone Contemporary LED Wall Light Sconce, solid brass, hand-finished in Sweden
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Rone range is an exploration of the delicate balance of Classic forms. In simplicity, quality is at the utmost importance and our solid brass parts are painstakingly milled or sp...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Magnificent Italian Sculpture in Carrara Marble " Torso " Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Magnificent Italian sculpture in Carrara marble " Torso " early 20th Century. Italy Complete height with base: 43cm perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

Bronze Sculpture Female Torso, XXth century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This refined bronze sculpture, embodies quiet grace and spiritual depth. It depicts a kneeling, armless figure—serene, introspective, and timeless. The soft, matte bronze surface ca...
Category

20th Century French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Brazilian Modern Black Steel Abstract Table Sculpture, 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Modern black steel table sculpture. Artist unknown. Brazil circa 1980s.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Grand Talisman, Abstract Sculpture, Brightly Colored Intertwined Geometric Form
Located in Chicago, IL
Robert Segal’s abstract sculpture offers a particularly fertile ground for experiments in shape, color, proportion, and technique. He steps away from non-traditional sculpting method...
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1990s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic, Fiberglass

Modernist Abstract Figural Sculpture in Brushed Pewter Manner of Willi Gutmann
Located in New York, NY
This charming Modernist Abstract Figural Sculpture in Brushed Pewter Manner of Willi Gutmann originates from Switzerland, Circa 1970. Features a rectilin...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Pewter

14 Astidamia Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Astidamia glass vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. The vase is part of the “Astidamia Glass” collection. Made in blown Murano glass, and signed “E.Sottsass ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Ghidini 1961 Tornado Sculptural Vase in Bronze by Campana Brothers
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Spiral of brass, a dizzying vortex of reflected light. A thousand liquid rings rise from a hypothetical sea, expand and crown themselves with fragrant flowers. It’s a highly evocativ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sculpture Representing a Statue of Hercules, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture representing a statue of Hercules, 21st century. Sculpture of Hercules in patinated resin, stone base, 21st century. H: 33.5 cm, D: 12 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Lladró The Lover III 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 heart and shoes and blue pedestal. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Salvador Dali Armchair Invisible Personage Limited Edition of 20
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Salvador Dali manufactured in Spain by BD. "Invisible Personage" is extracted from the "Singularities" painting, painted by Salvador Dali in 1935. During those ...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer

Peter Bramhall Violet, Clear Glass Orb
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary mouth blown glass orb sculpture with internal Violet threads. Signed Peter Bramhall.
Category

20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Tall Figurative Bronze Sculpture attr. to Aharon Bezalel, Surrealist Nude Statue
Located in Miami, FL
Tall Figurative Bronze Sculpture attr. to Aharon Bezalel, Surrealist Nude Statue reminiscent of sculptures by Diego Giacometti. This surrealist bronze is a figure of a female and s...
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20th Century Israeli Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Cairn Stool in Oiled Maple by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
The Cairn collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda challenges the perception of furniture being purely functional. We believe furniture brings a sense of spirituality and magic to our li...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Maple, Walnut

Pietrina Checcacci Brazilian Modern Kinetic Copper Sculpture on Granite Base
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian modern kinetic copper sculpture on black granite base by Italian-Brazilian artist Pietrina Checcacci, 1970s.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Granite, Copper

Contemporary stoneware ceramic sculpture by a French artist
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Contemporary stoneware sculpture by French artist Véra Rybaltchenko. The stoneware was fired at 1100 degrees and is therefore very resistant. The white sandstone is particulary fine ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sculptures

Materials

Sandstone

Jean Hastings Ceramic Figurative Sculpture in Blue White & Brown, circa 1970
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Jean Hastings Clothed Figurative Art Studio Glazed Ceramic Sculpture. Vase. Featuring hand constructed figurative form elements from potters wheel with separate hand built and applie...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Clay, Ceramic

COLLINET (20th century School) "Dancer with Hoop" Signed
Located in Madrid, ES
COLLINET (20th century School) "Dancer with Hoop" Signed brown patina bronze, marble pedestal base H. 39 cm good condition
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20th Century French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ron Schmidt Wall Sculpture Iron, Nail & Brass Brutalist Sculpture
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern iron, brass and nail Brutalist wall sculpture by Ron Schmidt circa 1960's. Fan pinwheel pattern. Very nice condition. Dimensions: 3.5" d...
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1960s Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing a one-of-a-kind wooden sculpture by renowned artist Salvador Dali. The Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat wood sculpture sunbed is a unique and exclusive piece that is...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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