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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Contemporary Acrylic Lucite Sculpture on Glass Base, 2001
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary lucite acrylic sculpture on round glass base. Signed by artist, 2001.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Acrylic

Japanese Style Ceramic Tea Pot and Cup Contemporary Zen
Located in Miami, FL
A very nice contemporary Japanese style ceramic tea pot and tea cup. This zen teapot has three parts that allow for perfect tea brewing. Glazed. Ce...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Curlers Sunbath 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

Baywatch Octopus 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

Terracotta Sculpture "The Kiss" by Gottfred Eickhoff, 1948
Located in Kastrup, DK
Terracotta Sculpture "The Kiss" by Gottfred Eickhoff, 1948 This terracotta sculpture, titled "The Kiss", was created in 1948 by the renowned Danish sculptor Gottfred Eickhoff. While...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Macaque Handcrafted, Ceramic Centerpiece, Handmade Design in Italy, 2021
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Lion in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a cream colour. Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.  
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Sheryl C. Benjamin Modern Abstract Carved Onyx Polished Stone Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl Cannold Benjamin (American, 1924 - 2023) Modern Abstract Carved Onyx Polished Stone Sculpture on Laminated Pedestal. Approx 40 lbs. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 11.5...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Sculptures

Materials

Onyx

Lifesize Realistic Soft Sculpture of a Male Golfer
Located in New York City, NY
A fabulous and amusing life size soft sculpture of a sporty man dressed as a golfer, realistically portrayed with original garb. The golfer wears all authentic clothing, Arnold Palmer size 46 XL sweater, terry cloth cap, shirt, tie, yellow cuffed golf pants with embroidered clubs and vintage Dunlop wing tipped oxford white leather shoes. The face created with nylon stocking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sculptures

Mid-Century Pair of White Porcelain Dogs Sculpture 1970s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Pair of white porcelain dogs, on black lacquered wooden stand. Italian production, 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use.
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Lucite Sculptures in the style of Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Lucite Sculptural Circles in the style of Charles Hollis Jones. Nice colors of purples and blues. Spheres are highly polished and in nice shape. They are dated and signed,...
Category

1990s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Lladró The Green Guest Small Figurine by Jaime Hayon
Located in New York City, NY
Green glossy porcelain figurine created by Jaime Hayon for the collection The Guest by LLadró Atelier with a white base attached to the piece. The Guest is a piece created by Jaime H...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Mogens Bøggild Bronze Sculpture "Leda and the Swan", Denmark, 1950-1960
Located in Kastrup, DK
Mogens Bøggild. Bronze sculpture "Leda and the Swan", 1950-1960. Dark patinated bronze. Signed with monogram 'MB'. Mogens Kruse Bøggild (11 June 190...
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20th Century Danish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Decorative Blue Painted Italian Small Mahogany Pedestals
Located in New York, NY
Pair of decorative blue painted Italian small mahogany pedestals. Pair of decorative blue painted mahogany columns bases on plinths in a mottled faux lapis color, Italy, circa 1930. ...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Mahogany

Portafoto xl attribuito a Giò Ponti per Fontana Arte
Located in Lugo, IT
Splendido portafoto xl attribuito a Gio Ponti per Fontana Arte. Ottime condizioni. E' composta da due vetri con due viti in acciaio rotonde a vista Grazie
Category

1930s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Venere V25, Man's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Gold finish, Size S
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Collection This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that co...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

Handmade Ceramic Accessories Ladybug Yellow
Located in Lisbon, PT
These handmade decorative accessories combine the traditional Portuguese ceramic and glazing techniques in a modern approach of shapes and color, as they bring such brightness and jo...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Head in White Glazed Ceramic
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Orig...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Great Lapis Lazuli Sculpture circa 1950, India
Located in Milan, Italy
A great and beautiful Lapis Lazuli sculpture of circa 1950, produced in India.
Category

1950s Indian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Mid-Century Sculpture by Curtis Jere
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

Nike of Victory Samothrace in Italian Grey Painting Stone (Cement) 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Classical Cement Sculpture: Victory of Samothrace "The Goddess Nike" Color: Gray Painting Cement Dimensions: 91 x 68 x 155 cm (length x width x height) Base option: 51 x 84 cm Weight...
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20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Cement

Contemporary Long Han Gourd Sculpture in Cream Lacquer and Copper by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long Han Gourd Sculpture Cream Lacquer Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-...
Category

2010s Modern Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Modernist Studio Pottery Raku Ceramic Abstract Owl Sculpture by Jody Delind
Located in Troy, MI
Whimsical modernist raku ceramic owl sculpture by Jody Delind circa 1980s Abstract cubist design in color block glazes with incised details mounted to original stand with black wood...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Bronze of a Resting Panther
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern bronze of a resting panther The relaxed cast patinated bronze, resting premaritally on a multi-colored granite top, on a tapering square ebonized wood pedestal base. Overall ...
Category

20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Granite, Bronze

Modern Bronze of a Resting Panther
Modern Bronze of a Resting Panther
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French Modern Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady, by L. Cordonnier, 1951
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French modern marble portrait bust of a lady, by L. Cordonnier, '51 A serene carved marble portrait bust of a young lady with braided hair looking downwards. Signed L. Cordonnier,...
Category

20th Century French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Abstract Plastic Black Snake Totem by Justfurnituress Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Introducing the Magnificent Abstract Black Snake Totem, a unique masterpiece crafted by the renowned Justfurnituress studio. Born in the year 2000 in Italy, this singular piece sta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Plastic

Kay Bojesen Reworked Mini Elephant In Multiple Wood Types 70th Anniversary
Located in Lejre, DK
Kay Bojesen Reworked Mini elephant anniversary model from 2023 in celebration of the 70th anniversary. The elephant is a special edition that is part of the reworked family. The elep...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ash, Maple, Oak, Teak, Walnut

Feng Shui Bonsai "Hell in heaven", Handmade in Italy, Sculpture, Contemporary
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Hell in heaven Bonsai is inspired by the catastrophic events caused by global warming. The artisan always takes inspiration from nature and natural events. This piece reminds u...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Marry Me Gorilla Ceramic Centerpiece Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color. Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Abstract Brutalist Chrome Sculpture by Jason Seley "Sculptor's Harp 2" 1966
Located in Rochester, NY
Abstract brutalist welded chrome sculpture by Jason Seley "Sculptor's Harp 2". An abstract deep sea monster. Created 1966. Seley's preferred medium was chrome bumpers. Unsigned. J...
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Chrome

Aluminum Red Locomotive Playground Toy Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This aluminum locomotive sculpture was originally a playground spring ride located throughout parks. Spring is not included. It's more sculptural and part of Americana history. We had this locomotive sand blasted and powder coated red. Locomotive measures 29" wide, 14" deep with handles and 15" high. Stamped J.E. Burke Co, Fond Du Lac...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Abstract Kinetic Sculpture Dan Murphy
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Spectacular presence with this Ribbon Sculpture by Dan Murphy. Unique design with 5 fanned ribbons encircled by a 2 ribbon swirl. Beautiful polished steel set on lucite base. Cur...
Category

20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Steel

"Violet", 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

L'Avventura di Latta Workshop by Riccardo Dalisi Sculpture in Metal , Italy
Located in Naples, IT
Elegant metal sculpture made by the Laboratorio "L'Avventura di Latta," of which Ricccardo Dalisi was supervisor.From an idea of architect Riccardo Dalisi, the Laboratorio Le Avventu...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Sheet Metal

Handmade Ceramic Accessories Fauna New Collection Asian Yellow
Located in Lisbon, PT
These handmade decorative accessories combine the traditional Portuguese ceramic and glazing techniques in a modern approach of shapes and color, as they bring such brightness and jo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Kissing Chimpanzee, Ceramic Centerpiece, Handmade Design in Italy, 2021
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Chimpanzee in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a cream colour. Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.  
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Patinated Bronze Fountain with Colorful Stone-like Wood by Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Fountain With Stone, Pertrified Wood by Pierre De Valck One of a kind Dimensions: W 110 x D 110 x H 100 cm. Materials: Stone, Petrified wood, white patinated bronze. Fountain with s...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Large Jeff Diamond Louis Vuitton Couture Bulldog
By Jeff Diamond
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jeff Diamond (American, b. 1954) Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent Materials: American; resin Additional Information: Florida artist Jeff Diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Murano Glass Double Fish Sculpture by Licio Zanetti, 1960s
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large and elegant Murano glass art sculpture representing two fish perched on molded base. This beautiful hand blown glass sculpture is made of translucent glass infused with color....
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Sculpture Representing a Statue of Caesar, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture representing a statue of Caesar, 21st century. Sculpture of Caesar in patinated resin, stone base, 21st century. H: 32.5cm, D: 13cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Vintage Crystal Leaded Glass 7" Modern Mallard Duck Figurine Sculpture B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Crystal Leaded Glass 7" Modern Mallard Duck Figurine Sculpture. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 4.5" H x 7" W x 4" D.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

"Mustard Cacti" Glazed Ceramic Cactus Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Keith Simpson rather instinctively made ceramic cacti for the show. They were a last minute thought that evolved out of a daydream. Keith was musing about the possibility of moving t...
Category

2010s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Large Cast Lucite Modern Futuristic Acrylic Sculpture by Karen Brown
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Mysterious and unique cast lucite sculpture "The Things that go Through You" by New Jersey based artist, Karen Brown. A female torso is surrounded by curved orange rods, all of which...
Category

1990s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Knud Kyhn Ceramic Duck
Located in Kastrup, DK
Knud Kyhn, 1880-1969 Duck figurine of earthenware / stoneware decorated in polychrome colours. Standing on a teak wood plinth. Signed with monogram KK (Knud Kyhn), 1936. Unique pie...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Small White Lacquered Metal Statue of a Stork Looking Back and Down
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful boho chic small metal stork grooming itself freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your Palm Beach and Boho Chis inspired decor. See our collection of stork statues...
Category

2010s Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal

90s Modern Graffiti Art Bowl Sculpture Signed by Artist, 1990
Located in Miami, FL
Artist signed 90's graffiti and torch cut steel sculpture. Signed and dated.
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Adolf Odorfer Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Pre-Columbian influenced carved wood and painted sculpture by Austrian born ceramic artist, painter and sculptor Adolf Odorfer. Odorfer settled in Fresno, CA after leaving Vienna and...
Category

20th Century American Modern Sculptures

"Hematite Fiero" Glazed Ceramic Car Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Keith Simpson is always trying to make the underdog models of cars. He says, "They are like the cars that you might inherit from your grandparents if you had your sweet 16 in a 1990s...
Category

2010s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Contemporary 'Eye' Sculpture Fuchsia Glass, Brass and 24 Kt Gold by Ghiro Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2023 Colletion of decorative objects by Ghiro Studio (Italy,Milan). The 'Eye' is not only a luxury refined piece of furniture but it is also a hand carved sculpture designed to embe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Gold, Brass

fferrone Contemporary Copper Small Serving Tray Decorative Sculpture Lift, Too
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple, elegant, minimalist, the contemporary copper small serving tray titled lift, to will redefine the landscape of your table setting. Inspired ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Contemporary 'Eye Night' Sculpture Engraved Glass, Chromed Brass by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2023 Colletion of decorative objects by Ghirò Studio (Italy,Milan). The 'Eye' is not only a luxury refined piece of furniture but it is also a hand carved sculpture designed to embe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Contemporary American Abstract Wood Sculpture on Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American abstract sculpture featuring a wooden desk with geometric black and gray designs, mounted on a rectangular base.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1980s Modernist Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk Chrome Sculpture w/ Black Granite Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Striking chrome-plated steel sculpture of the famous Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk stealth jet fixed to a black onyx-colored granite base. The sculpture captures the stealth of the legend...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Granite, Steel, Chrome

American Post-War Abstract Bronze Sculpture
By Dimitri Hadzi
Located in Queens, NY
American Post-War Design (circa 1960) abstract bronze sculpture (maquette) on a travertine base. (Attributed to Dimitri Hadzi 1921-2006).   
Category

20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Travertine, Bronze

Abstract Sculpture Tribute to Picasso Head Carnival Murano Glass by Badioli
Located in Murano, Venezia
This work, Sculpture Carnival, of art is a tribute to Pablo Picasso, made in Murano glass by the famous master glassmaker Badioli. Single work of rare beauty, full of shades of color...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Eva Petric Abstract Mixed Media Etched Artwork, Titled: Earthling #15
Located in Queens, NY
"Contemporary abstract mixed-media artwork of etched and hand colored beige organic forms in acrylic, numbered and signed by the artist. Edition: 1/1 (EVA PETRIC) Similar sculptures:...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Paint

Modern Enamelled Iron "Sunbather" Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern enameled Iron "Sunbather" sculpture, Three dimensional sculpture of a topless woman with blonde hair, reminiscent of Lichtenstein. Removable from ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1990s Ceremonial Metal Mask Iron Heart Modern Cubist Design
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1990s Ceremonial Metal Mask Iron Heart Cubist Design a custom made ceremonial metal mask in iron with vintage patina. Unique construction heart mixed with cubist shapes. 11.5 w x 14....
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Contemporary 'Brick' Sculpture Hand Crafted Amber Crystal by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
This object is an artistic and one of a kind sculpture. In fact, the craftsmanship and the nature of the material make it possible to create two similar but never exactly identical ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Ruler Selenite Mineral with Baroque Pearls on a Lucite Base
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Ruler Selenite pillar with natural forming Baroque pearls on a Lucite base. Ruler Selenite is a single, prismatic crystal from Morocco that was formed in extensive beds by the evapor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Bronze Abstract Head By Wolf Bröll 1993
Located in Norwich, GB
Striking Abstract Impressionist bronze head by Wolf Bröll (1950-2016) part polished, with dark brown rough textured areas. Artist monogram WB and number 1/12. Dated 1993. The bron...
Category

1990s German Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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