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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Miss Brown Vase by Eguzkiñe Egaña
Located in Geneve, CH
Miss Brown vase by Eguzkiñe Egaña
Unique Piece
Dimensions: 27,5 x 15 x 13 cm
Materials: Stoneware, Slip and enamel
Eguzkiñe Egaña Corta studied advertising and for more than 20 year...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Bricks by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm
Materials: Andes Stones
Also available: other finishes available.
The brick is a generic constructive...
Category
2010s Peruvian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
BRICK by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm
Materials: Andes Stones
Also available: other finishes available.
The brick is a g...
Category
2010s Peruvian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm
Materials: Andes Stones
Also available: Other finishes available.
The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category
2010s Peruvian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm
Materials: Andes Stones
Also available: other finishes available.
The brick is a generic constructive element t...
Category
2010s Peruvian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Ceiling Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Dimensions: W 15 D 30 x H 30 cm
Materials: Andes Stones
Also available: other finishes available.
The brick is a generic constructive el...
Category
2010s Peruvian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Located in Geneve, CH
Brick by Estudio Rafael Freyre
Dimensions: W 12.5 D 9 x H 23 cm
Materials: Andes stones
Also available: Other finishes available
The brick is a generic constructive element th...
Category
2010s Peruvian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Modernist Architectural Wood Ornament Sculpture Abstract Tuning Fork
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning tropical wood abstract sculpture is architecturally impressive with its stylized tuning fork design. The elongated wooden ornament sits atop a square wood base, featuri...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Goat Ceramic Centerpiece, Gold details Completely Handmade Without Mold, 2024
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a goat in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a may different colors. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are unique since they are...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Tucan Ceramic Centerpiece, Gold details Completely Handmade Without Mold, 2024
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a goat in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a may different colors. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are unique since they are...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Bronze Sculpture by Miguel Fernando López, "Milo", Dancing Female Nude
Located in Berlin, DE
Bronze sculpture by Miguel Fernando López, signed "Milo", Dancing Female Nude
This elegant bronze sculpture was created by the renowned artist Miguel Fernando López and is signed wi...
Category
20th Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Generation 09 by Eguzkiñe Egaña
Located in Geneve, CH
Generation 09 by Eguzkiñe Egaña
Unique
Dimensions: W 38.5 x L 13 x H 51 cm
Materials: Black stoneware, slip, iron and white cement
In this series of pieces, called 13 generatio...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Unique Stone Sculpture El Guerrero by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique stone sculpture El Guerrero by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede
Signed, Unique
Dimensions: L 25 x W 30 x H 43
Materials: Stone
Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede defines himself as ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Stone
French Modern Bronzed Plaster Sculpture of a Male Nude Torso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French modern bronzed plaster sculpture of a male nude torso, possibly a Maquette. Unsigned.
A bold, well modeled sculpture, with a beautiful patina an...
Category
20th Century French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Set of 2 Coffee Wing Bowl Big by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of 2 coffee wing bowl big by 101 Copenhagen
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L36 / W36 / H20 CM
Materials: Ceramic
It is all about gravity an...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 Coffee Sumo Vase Mini by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
A Set of 2 coffee Sumo vase Mini by 101 Copenhagen
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L25 / W25 / H25 cm
Materials: Ceramic
...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Iron Sculpture Designed by Torsten Johansson, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sculpture designed by Torsten Johansson, Denmark, 1960s.
Iron.
Dimensions:
H: 103 cm
W: 77 cm
D: 30 cm
Base: 30 x 45 cm
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Bronze Hana Vase Lost Wax Casting in Large Size by Elan Atelier in Stock
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
AVAILABLE NOW AND READY TO SHIP!
Bronze Hana vase and sculpture lost wax casting in large size by Elan Atelier
Bronze vase produced using the superi...
Category
2010s European Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
1970 Roy Adzak Pop Art Aluminum Sculpture Hand Ear_ set of 2
By Roy Adzak
Located in Brescia, IT
Roy Adzak
1970s
Aluminum Sculpture
Very Good Condiction
Ear: 19 x 16 cm
Hand: 19.5 x 16.5 cm
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 4 White Duck Jar Medio by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of 4 white duck jar medio by 101 Copenhagen
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L12 / W12 / H9,5 CM
Materials: Ceramic
Remi...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Buddy No_003 Sculpture by AOAO
Located in Geneve, CH
Buddy No_003 sculpture by AOAO
Dimensions: W 11 x D 16 x H 36 cm
Materials: Ceramic Bisque
Color options available upon request.
The idea was born after deciding to reconnect w...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Figurative Composite Sculpture Mounted on Black Marble
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful and interesting form in this Brutalist sculpture depicting a couple dancing. Classic modernist sculpture, well executed.
This mid-century modern figurative sculpture will ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Composition, Marble, Brass
Set of 3 Xochicalco Bowl by Onora
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Xochicalco Bowl by Onora
Dimensions: Ø 23 cm
Materials: White stoneware
We are a Mexican brand dedicated to the creation of high end, hand crafted textiles and home acc...
Category
2010s South African Modern Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Sheryl C. Benjamin "The Egg and the Quail" abstract Black Marble Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl C. Benjamin "The Egg and the Quail" abstract Black Marble Sculpture. Weighs approximately 40 pounds. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 14" H x 18" W x 12" D.
About the a...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Tom Corbin Signed Limited Edition Bronze Nude Female Reaching Torso Sculpture
By Tom Corbin
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful work by renowned American artist/ sculptor Tom Corbin. This piece of a figurative nude female/woman is titled Reaching Torso and features a fantastic rich green/brown pat...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
American Artist, Abstract Sculpture, Metal, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An abstract cast metal sculpture, produced in the US, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Iron Crucifix Sculpture In The Style Of Regardt Van De Meulen
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish iron work sculpture of Christ hanging on the cross in the manner of Regardt van de Meulen and dating from the 20th/21st century. The crucifix stands on a rectangular w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Sunbathing Seal Lady, Decorative Centerpiece Handmade Italy 2020, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation created by our designer.
The creations are completely made by hand.
Ceramic and paint are water resistant.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Thomas Suby Carved Duck Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Thomas Suby carved duck sculpture. Represented by Breckenridge Art Gallery/ Breckenridge Colorado. This piece probably dates to the Mid-1980s. Beautifully ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Rone Contemporary LED Sculptural Brass Table Light, Handmade 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...
Category
2010s Scandinavian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
"Golden", Murano Glass centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, Unique Design, 2022
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
Glass f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Pepper Vase Large Size in Cast Bronze from Elan Atelier
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Pepper vase large size in cast bronze from Elan Atelier
The Pepper vases are cast in solid bronze using the lost wax method. Available in several s...
Category
2010s European Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary sandstone ceramics by a french artist
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Contemporary ceramic sculpture by French artist Véra Rybaltchenko. Made from chamotte stoneware with a patina before firing and fired in the kiln. Véra is a prolific artist who has e...
Category
2010s French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Monumental sculpture in double-patinated metal, wooden base. 1980s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Monumental sculpture in double-patinated metal, wooden base.
From the 1980s.
In very good condition with minor signs of use.
Dimensions: H 82.0 cm x W 38.0 cm x D 19.0 cm.
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
"Freevolle" Sculpture Lady Lamp, Orange lampshade, Brass Body
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE
Twist and go!
The Freevolle Lady lamp captures a quiet elegance, with its refined curves, delicate and airy silhouette, it moves with grace—striking the perfect balance b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
"Freevolle" Sculpture Lady Lamp, Lemon lampshade, Brass Body
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE
Twist and go!
The Freevolle Lady lamp captures a quiet elegance, with its refined curves, delicate and airy silhouette, it moves with grace—striking the perfect balance b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
2 Horses, Silver Ceramic Centerpiece, Completely Handmade Without Mold, NEW 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Horse in a modern way. The animal is gently painted.. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are unique since they are done without any mold. Ha...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ham Lover Lady with Pig Decorative Centerpiece Handmade Italy 2020, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation created by our designer.
The creations are completely made by hand.
Ceramic and paint are water resistant.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Orange Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
This Geometric sculpture is handmade in polished resin in a variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space.
Our Se...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Raaquu Sara Raku Ceramic Plate 9.5" Full Copper Matte Handmade Pottery Decor
By RAAQUU
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Sara ~ (皿) plate
Our Sara decorative raku pottery plates are an expression of Raku in one of its most visible forms, a flat circular surface. Our Sara plates are best used hanging on your wall as a statement piece, a commemorative award...
Category
2010s Malaysian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter
By Tom Porter
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Ceramic mask on walnut frame, Tom R PORTER, London.
Walnut frame 26.5 x W17 cm
Ceramic Masks H13.5 x W9 cm
From the series Countenance or Cara, presented in 2024 at 'ROSTOS' in Mel...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Collection of 4 handmade unique pieces “sea figures” Made in Italy 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This pieces are uniquely handmade by our artists. The creation is without mold, so every piece is unique. The artisans work ceramic and terracotta with enamels.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
French Modern Enameled Metal Abstract Sculpture, 2nd Available
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French modern enameled metal abstract sculpture, 2nd available
Dramatic and kinetic in feeling each one has red enameled spiral, flanking three bent rods, on square plinth base. Uns...
Category
20th Century French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter
By Tom Porter
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Ceramic masks in walnut frame, Tom R PORTER, London.
Walnut frame 34.5 x W34.5 cm
11x Ceramic Masks H2 x W2 cm
From the series Countenance or Cara, presented in 2024 at 'ROSTOS' in...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
"Spring!", Murano Glass Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, Unique Design, 2022
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life.
Glass f...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter
By Tom Porter
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Ceramic mask on walnut frame, Tom R PORTER, London.
Walnut frame 26.5 x W17 cm
Ceramic Mask H19.5 x W11.5 cm
From the series Countenance or Cara, presented in 2024 at 'ROSTOS' in M...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Luminous Sculpture, Design Koji Miazaki for Venarìa Palace, Torino, 2003
Located in Napoli, IT
Luminous sculpture designed by Koji Miazaki for exhibition at Venarìa Palace in Turin, Italy, 2003.
This sculpture was made in only 10 copies.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Tiozzo & Ferro for Murano. Cubist sculpture in art glass. Dated 1970
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tiozzo & Ferro for Murano. Cubist sculpture in art glass.
Unique. Yellow, blue, red and clear glass.
Dated 1970.
Signed.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: W 14.0 cm. x D 6.0 cm. x H ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter
By Tom Porter
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Ceramic mask on walnut frame, Tom R PORTER, London.
Walnut frame H31 x W13 cm
Ceramic Masks H13 x W10 cm
From the series Countenance or Cara, presented in 2024 at 'ROSTOS' in Melid...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Countenance or Cara Ceramic mask by Tom R Porter
By Tom Porter
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Ceramic mask on walnut frame, Tom R PORTER, London.
Walnut frame 30 x W17.5 cm
Ceramic Masks H14 x W16 cm
From the series Countenance or Cara, presented in 2024 at 'ROSTOS' in Meli...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Stylized Modigliani Inspired Abstract Head Bust Sculpture in Fiberglass
Located in Miami, FL
Stylized Modigliani Inspired Abstract Head Bust Sculpture in Fiberglass
Offered for sale is a Modigliani inspired head or bust made of white fiberglass. The stylized profile is stri...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Mid-Century Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This unique Mid Century bronze and natural stone sculpture was designed by Curtis Jere.
The curved and dynamic shape made of bronze lands on a solid base made of pink natural stone....
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
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 chamotte stoneware is patinated outs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Yellow Glass Water Balloon Sculptures Trio by Dylan Martinez
Located in East Quogue, NY
Dylan Martinez’s hyperrealistic water balloons are made of solid sculpted glass sandblasted and acid-etched to resemble real water balloons. The sculptures are made in small batches,...
Category
2010s American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Large 20th century abstract ceramic mask sculpture by Camille Virot 87 cm
By Camille Virot
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Camille Virot
Realised circa 1980 - signed et the base
Large abstract ceramic sculpture - mask sculpture
original perfect condition
Metal base will be refreshed in black
Uniq...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Blue Lacquered Modern Freeform Abstract Wave Round Statue Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful vintage modern, abstract freeform round statue. This has been newly lacquered in a vibrant blue, black base. Dimensions: 23 H x 19 W x 8 D.
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Lacquer
Tall Abstract Origami Art Metal Sculpture Figure in a Hand Blackened Finish
By Redsoul
Located in Seattle, WA
The tall and sleek origami Metal Sculpture is an abstraction of human proportions. The metal folding sculptural figure builds on the contradiction between its strong metal material a...
Category
2010s American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Decorative Clear Acrylic Link with Charm by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Decorative sculpture handmade of acrylic that consists of a link with a charm. This extraordinary sculpture is inspired by jewelry, our goal was to create a piece that will embellish...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
Modern sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
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