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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
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
IZDATGLAZ Circle Large Color Glass Decoration Centerpiece by Orfeo Quagliata
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
Large circle centerpiece created by Orfeo Quagliata from our new collection IZDATGLAZ. These shimmering glass gems create a simple modern touch for any space. Whether it’s gold, silv...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Richard Faralla (1916 - 1996) Stick Figure
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Duane 'Richard' Raoul Faralla (1916 - 1996) wood figure. This erotic wood figure was painted using a combination of blues and purples. The left arm has been replaced from the elbow....
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
Ceramic Leopard Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Leopard sculpture from Imvelo Natural Art in South Africa is a stunning piece, standing tall in a poised pose that exudes strength and grace. Hand-sculpted by Bernard and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
1990s Veiled Glass Art Panel Sculpture Edward Kachurik
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Art Glass Sculpture by Edward Kachurik of New Kensington, PA
Master artist creating original handmade veiled glass art.
Signed art
6.5 h x 2 diameter
Original vintage conditio...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Abstract Blue and Whote Ceramic Vase or Sculpture by Jean Pierre Viot
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Jean-Pierre Viot
Realised circa 1990
Original abstract sculpture or vase by french artist
Signed under the base
Original perfect condition
Blue and white ceramic glaze...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vibrant Smoky Brown Pointed Terminated Quartz Crystal From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Product Information:
Specimen Type: Smoky Quartz
Weight: 264 grams
Dimension: H: 13.4 x W: 3.5 x D: 3 cm
Origin: Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan
Treatment: None...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Other
Large Unique Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff
Located in Stamford, CT
A large unique bronze sculpture by Antonio Kieff (b. 1936) entitled "Motivo Espanol," dated 1985. The sculpture is also numbered 1 of 1.
Category
1980s Canadian Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
"The Sea Wave", 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 fusing...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Hermanos Calavera Jefe in Oiled Mahogany by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak
Winning Swordfish 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
Salviati Murano Glass Bird Attb to Luciano Gaspari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful stylized Murano glass bird made by Salviati , and attributed to Luciano Gaspari .
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
A Tempered, Moulded and Mirrored Glass Radiator by Saint-Goban, 1937
By Rene Coulon
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Designed by René-André Coulon, and entitled "Radiaver" this revolutionary design for a space heater which also has built in illumination boldly suggests t...
Category
1930s French Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Freevolle Sculpture Feminine Table Lamp, silver raffia art silvered glass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE
Twist and go!
The timeless “Made-in-Italy” celebrates the graceful Italian manufacture and offers new life expression at the Maison Sabrina Landini.
Creativity explores ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Luciano Gaspari for Salviati , Murano glass abstract sculpture .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful abstract Murano glass sculpture by the very well known Murano Master Luciano Gaspari .
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Original Vintage Bronze Sculpture by Abigail Varela
By Abigail Varella
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely and dynamic 3 part bronze sculpture by Venezuelan sculptor Abigail Varela is not only a maquette for a larger outdoor 12 foot garden sculptu...
Category
1980s Venezuelan Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a striking ceramic Tiger sculpture from South Africa. Sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Sbusiso, this piece measures 6 inches high, 11 inches long, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Curve Sculpture
By Silvia Garau
Located in Milan, IT
This magnificent sculpture can be looked at from any angle and turned around up to 360° degrees. An embodiment of the ever-changing nature of matter, it is an intriguing and mysterio...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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
Black Orangutan, Ceramic Centerpiece, Handmade Design in Italy, 2021
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of an orangutan in a modern way.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Woman & Child Sculpture
Located in London, GB
An English sculpture dating from the mid 20th century of a woman and baby child. Created from steel with welds and metalconstruction techniques on a base of solid marble.
Rather unu...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Steel
Hermanos Calavera Traicionera in Oiled Walnut by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera(...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Butterfly Jellyfish, Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, Contemporary Design, 2020
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.
The speci...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Geometric Vessel Sculpture Contemporary Stark Rough Carved Blackened Waxed Iron
Located in Bronx, NY
VESSEL NO. 1
J.M. Szymanski
d. 2017
10 facets form this unique object. Mathematically designed and hand-wrought. Vessel No. 1 was the first vessel designed by J.M. Szymanski. Not wa...
Category
2010s American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Nadine Saylor's Hand Blown Glass Vase, Dash & Three Dots
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderfully modern clear blown glass vase with boxed dash and three dots by Nadine Saylor (American, 20th Century), 2004. Signed and dated on bottom. Con...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Roberto Camozzo for Wyland, Hunting Shark on a Base, Murano Glass 1990s, Signed
By Livio Seguso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
When I saw these pieces I was so happy to have found them as I knew the history of these wonderful pieces very well.
There are great maestros and artist from Murano, some are very well known Seguso, Barbini, Tagliapietra.
Roberto Camozzo is instead one that very few know. He and his partner Elio Raffaelli...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Anker Hoffmann Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Nude Standing Female Figure, 1956
Located in Kastrup, DK
Anker Hoffmann (Danish, 1904-1985)
Bronze Sculpture: A standing female figure in patinated bronze, signed with the artist’s monogram and dated '56 (1956).
The sculpture remains in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Hermanos Calavera Traicionera in Oiled Mahogany by Miguel & Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera(...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak
Mix-Media Acrylic Abstract Painting, Sea Sand, Reclaim Copper
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This 20 century modern art is comprised of abstract acrylic paint mixed with Delray Beach Fl sea sand painted on wood, with oxidized
Reclaim copper and b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Bronze, Chrome, Marble Vintage Sculpture By Victor Salmones Blowing Bubbles
Located in North Miami, FL
This delightful vintage sculpture by Victor Salmones is from the 80's. It sits on a black and white vintage variegated original marble base and the sculpture head is bronze while the bubble is chrome. The sculptors life span was from 1937-1989. The original worn felt remains on the bottom as well as the provenance sticker from Stair galleries...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Chrome
Sculpture of a Black Horse's Head.Medium Size.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture of a black horse's head.
Sculpture of a beautiful black horse's head, in resin and metal base, contemporary work.
Material: Resin ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Composition, Metal
Frederico Cantu Large Impressive 1986, Bronze of a Mother Nursing
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large and impressive work by the California or Mexican noted artist Frederco Cantu (1907-1989). It is signed and dated 1986. Quite large and heavy.
A brief bio follows from askant:
Federico Cantú...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed with Cushion
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Design by Salvador Dalí, 1903
Manufactured by BD Barcelona
Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repellent foam and material...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Musician Trumpet Decorative Ceramic Piece, Handmade Italy, 2021, Hand-Crafted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece represents a musician playing his trumpet.
Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Figurative Yellow Ceramic Pitcher by JJ Dubernard French Pottery
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
JJ Dubernard
Original and figurative ceramic pitcher
Yellow ceramic glaze color
Original perfect condition
Realised circa 2000
Measures: Height: 22cm, large: 15cm.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
fferrone Contemporary Copper Large Serving Tray Decorative Sculpture Lift
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple. Elegant. Minimalist. The contemporary copper large serving tray titled lift will redefine the landscape of your table setting. Inspired by the Pantheon in Rome with its power...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Alessandro Mendini Contemporary Red, Yellow and Blue Ceramic Italian Totem
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Ceramic totem designed by Alessandro Mendini, Italy. Stamped A.MENDINI Superego edition made in Italy, signed inside the base.
Alessandro Mendini (born August 16, 1931, Milan-died F...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Aluminum "Lavander" Centerpiece, All Handmade in Italy, 2022, Contemporary
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Prickly Copper Bonsai is inspired by trees moved by a strong wind.
The materials are wood and metals, representing both the strength of life and the roots of Mother Nature.
Scu...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Ostrich Eggs on Male and Female Modernist Metal Figures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Ostrich Eggs on a pair of Modernist metal figures. The metal could be Aluminum or iron - the high concept pieces take an Organic, yet stunning, element and pair them with ...
Category
20th Century Modern Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Opulent horse bronze by Wolfgang Binding 2002
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Stunning horse bronze by the German artist and sculptor Wolfgang Binding (*1937).
The artist's works can be found in public spaces, in the Guggenheim Museum in New York, in private...
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Yellow and Purple Asbtract Ceramic Sculpture by Patrick Crulis French Art
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Patrick Crulis
Original abstract ceramic sculpture by the french artist
Yellow and purple ceramic glazes colors
Signed under the base
Provenance: French art gallery
Me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Emilio Greco, "Anna" A Cast Bronze Bust of a Women
By Emilio Greco
Located in Montreal, QC
Inspired by the Italian Mannerist tradition, this bronze bust titled "Anna" was cast in 1954 by Emilio Greco. (Italian, 11 October 1913 – 4 April 1995) The bronze has a brown patinat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Stainless Steel Abstract Sculpture, Jack Arnold
Located in Queens, NY
Stainless Steel Abstract Sculpture, Jack Arnold
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Hammerhead Muscle Fish 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
Fish King Sunglasses, 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
Venere V26, Man's Moorish Head, Vase without Crown, Handmade in Sicily, Size L
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
"Red Sunset", 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
Venere V15, Man's Moorish Head, Handmade in Sicily, 2021, Hand Painted, Size L
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
18th Century Italian Gilded Fragment with a Faceted Black Crystal on Obsidian
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian gold leaf fragment with a faceted cut black crystal on a free-forming obsidian mineral with a polished face.
Obsidian is naturally occurring volcanic glass prod...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Modern Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Lava, Gold Leaf
I am Bat-Mang Sculpture Glass Vs, Plastic Collection
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
A collaboration between Studio Orfeo Quagliata and Tony Wurman of Wunderwurks Design. An unprecedented marriage of Orfeo's spectacular glass wor...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Artistic Milk-White Murano Glass Vase, by Romano Donà, Italy, 1990s
By Romano Donà
Located in Villaverla, IT
Artistic milk-white and iridescent vase with Murano glass and paste, by Romano Donà, Italy, 1990s.
This artistic vase, entirely made with blown Murano glass in the 1990s, has a uniq...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass, Glass
Handcrafted Ceramic Bud Vessel Sunrise with Human Heart-Inspired Design
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exceptional handcrafted ceramic sculpture is a striking blend of organic artistry, anatomical inspiration, and symbolic design. Featuring multiple protruding spouts, reminiscent...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Philippe Berry, "Sans Les Mains"
Located in New York, NY
Philippe Berry (French, 1956-2019), number 2 of an edition of eight, entitled: ''Sans les Mains'' (Without Hands), 1996, cast aluminum, initialed ''P.B.'', d...
Category
1990s French Modern Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Cut Steel
Studio Job for Makkum Pottery Textural Relief White Matt Porcelain Plate
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing limited edition porcelain textural relief plate is a piece of art and sculpture with coded messages of things, objects and symbols all ...
Category
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Susi Singer pair of terracotta figures, sculptures, signed.
By Susi Singer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great sample of the very well known jewish artist Susi Selma Singer.We think these pieces were made in USA after she emigrated from Austria her native country.
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Octopus Fish 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
IZDATGLAZ Set Lilyz Big and Small Color Glass Centerpiece by Orfeo Quagliata
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
Set two Lilyz centerpiece created by Orfeo Quagliata from our new collection IZDATGLAZ. These shimmering glass gems create a simple modern touch for any space. Whether it’s gold, sil...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Anker Hoffmann, woman in dark patinated bronze
Located in Kastrup, DK
Anker Hoffmann, Danish 1904-1985
"Maja". Sculpture of kneeling woman in dark patinated bronze.
H: 26 cm W: 40 cm D: 18 cm
The sculpture is made after the preliminary study for the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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