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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Sterling Silver Chunky Ring Heidi Abrahamson 2015
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary design. Handmade. Artisan Jewelry. One-of-a-kind. Sterling silver with fun colored stones of carnelian, amethyst and prehnite. Original vintage condition with patina / ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian

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

Nymphenburg Porcelain lying stag in white bisque -
Located in München, Bavaria
Hand crafted porcelain stag in Nymphenburg porcelain. Has been in the iconic Tiffany window decoration in the flagship store in New York multiple years. It is a perfect addition to y...
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2010s German Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Striking Pair of Large Brass Sculptures of Giraffes
Located in Rome, IT
A pair of outstanding giraffe sculptures . The item will be well-suited to either an indoor or outdoor setting.
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1990s European Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Abstract Marble Sculpture By Jeff Burtch
Located in Norwood, NJ
Biomorphic sculpture carved and polished from a block of marble by Orangeburg, NY sculptor Jeffrey Burtch. Executed c. 1980's. Marked with artist's ini...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Limestone, Marble

Surrealist Chair by Tessa Koot, Netherlands (1, 2 & 3)
Located in Hanover, MA
Three chairs from the series "Additions to the family" by Eindhoven artist, Tessa Koot. These were originally exhibited in 2012 at Tuttobene during the Salone Internazionale del Mob...
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2010s Dutch Modern Sculptures

Materials

Polystyrene

Steuben Crystal Lion With Base & Original Box
Located in Toledo, OH
Steuben crystal laying lion with pedestal and original leather box. Designed by Lloyd Atkins circa 1986. No damage or scratches to crystal. Leather box ha...
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20th Century North American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Klas-Göran Klaesson Sheep Sculpture in Stoneware, Sweden 1991
Located in Utrecht, NL
Standing not only as a decorative object but also as an evocation of Scandinavian folk traditions and the artist’s deep respect for nature and craft, this piece is sure to be a lovel...
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1990s Swedish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Amazing Sculptures" Naiad Teti and Naiad Doris " (7 in the World) Terracotta
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing Sculptures" Naiad Teti and Naiad Doris " (7 in the World) Terracotta Impruneta 20th Century Representation of the Naiads by Giambologna, present in Florence in Piazza della ...
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20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

"Horned Mask" Gio Ponti by Sabattini Silver Plated 1970s Italian Design
Located in Brescia, IT
"Horned Mask" Gio Ponti by Sabattini, 1978 Openwork metal sheet.
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Glass sculpture attributed to Fontana Arte.
Located in Lugo, IT
Glass sculpture attributed to Fontana Arte. The white marks are imperfections. Thank you
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Lladró Spanish Pure Breed Horse Sculpture by Ernest Massuet. Limited Edition.
Located in New York City, NY
Limited edition sculpture of a Spanish horse trotting in position in matte porcelain, embellished with blue and gold lustre on the head, chest, saddle a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Murano Art Glass Cat and Goldfish Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial Italian Murano art glass cat and goldfish sculpture, numbered/limited edition, in the Modern style, circa mid-20th centu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Small Tree Elemental Spinning Top in Oiled Walnut by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
The initial inspiration for the elemental top collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda was wooda’s iconic logo of a tree. We felt it captured the company’s synergy for working with wood ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

"NUR" bust with semi-gloss black enamel finish
Located in Treviso, IT
A fascinating handcrafted sculptural work celebrating feminine beauty. "Nur" is part of a liimited first edition made in Italy according to the strictest craftsmanship techniques. Th...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Miguel Ortiz Berrocal Mini Cristina, Puzzle Sculpture, Signed #2874/9500
Located in Miami, FL
Miguel Ortiz Berrocal Mini Cristina Puzzle Sculpture, Signed #2874/9500 Offered for sale is a Miguel Berrocal (1933-2006) Mini Cristina puzzle sculpture from 1969-1970. This sculptu...
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20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Nickel, Enamel

Bruno Cassinari Italian Art Horse Sculpture Bronze 13/28
Located in Brescia, IT
"Horse Head" Bruno Cassinari Italy, 1970 Bronze Sculpture Artist Sign engraved on the bronze base Limited Edition 13/28 Excellent Condition
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Salvador Dali Xai 3/20 Limited Edition Sculptural Table
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
"XAI” lamb designed by Salvador Dali manufactured by BD Barcelona and Deyrolle. Measures: 87 x 26 x H 71 (head) and H 59 (back) approximate Inspired by the painting "Interpret...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wool

1970s Modernist Blue Murano Glass Tropical Fish in the Manner of Seguso
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A blue sommerso murano glass modernist figure of a tropical fish manufactured in Murano in the Seventies. It's in perfect conditions and labeled on a side made in Italy Murano. It's ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Brass Gazelle Antelope Sculpture Decorative Object, Tall
Located in New York, NY
A brass animal Gazelle antelope bust sculpture decorative object with tall antlers, circa late-20th century, 1970s. Dimensions: 21.5" Height.
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1970s Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Custom Twisted Lucite Table Sculpture on Base
Located in Miami, FL
Custom Twisted Lucite Table Sculpture on Base Offered for sale is a custom-made twisted Lucite table sculpture that is presented on a rectangular Lu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Geometric Sculpture in Polished Emerald Green Resin by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Geometric sculpture made in polished resin in variety of colors. It is a modern and colorful piece that will liven up any space. This sculpture is very versatile and fun! You can ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Sculptures

Materials

Resin

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Cubist Wood Sculpture of a Nude by Russian American Sculptor Boris Blai, 1930s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A carved wooden cubist sculpture of a seated nude woman by Boris Blai (1893-1985). This carving likely dates to the 1920s-1930s (during Blai's time in Philadelphia). Most likely constructed of sections of laminated basswood stained with a dark stain, it has an integral plinth with button feet and a carved signature the base. The sharp angular lines of the body are starkly contrasted by the soft-edged, almost nondescript depiction of the head and face. Blai was born in Russia and studied in academies in St. Petersburg, Paris, and eventually under Auguste Rodin. After WWI, Blai emigrated to the US, where aside from his prolific art production, he was also instrumental in the founding of the Tyler School of Art at Temple University, the Long Beach Island...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Rare Vintage Large Fragrance Factice The Dreamer by Versace 1990s
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and striking incredibly large fragrance factice by Versace. This sculptural piece is commanding and striking. A balance of lines and codes of the Versace fashion empire. T...
Category

1990s French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

ClassiCon Folding Screen in Red by Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
The high-tech look that arose in the 1980s and which is still potentially current had an ingenious predecessor. Over half a century ago, Eileen Gray anticipated the cool Industrial a...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Perforated Ceramic Horse, Candle, Centerpiece Handmade Without Mold, NEW 2024
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of an Horse in a modern way. The animal is gently handcrafted starting from clay and all hand worked. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are uniq...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Glass Parrot-Shaped Sculpture, Dino Martens, Venice, Aureliano Toso, 1953-1956
Located in Milano, IT
Parrot-shaped sculpture Psitaccus Dino Martens (1894 - 1970) Vetreria Artistica Rag. Aureliano Toso, 1953-1956 It measures 9.055 inches in height x 4.13 in x 5.90 in (23 cm, 10.5 cm x 15 cm) It weighs 1.997 lb (906 g) State of conservation: intact. The small glass sculpture...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Abstract Marble Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
Solid 'Aurora marble' abstract direct carved sculpture from the estate of a private collector in the Florida Keys. This sensual form is attached to...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Lladró Dragonfly Sculpture
Located in New York City, NY
An innovative porcelain and metal creation inspired by one of the fascinating creatures in nature. Part of the Awesome Insects Collection. This origi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Italian Sculpture "Egyptian Memento" Carrara Marble, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sculpture " Egyptian Memento " Carrara marble 20th century Measure: H: 52cm 20th century Marble sculpture Very good condition.  
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20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla Carrara Marble Sculpture Began, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla. Italian Carrara marble sculpture. Measure: height 81cm. Beginning of the 20th century. Perfect conditions. Marcus Aurelius Antoninus "Caracalla"...
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20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

"Mars" 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 spe...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

ANTIQUE ORIGINAL ITALIAN CARRARA MARBLE SINK began 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
ANTIQUE ORIGINAL MARBLE SINK began 20th Century Original antique white marble sink. WIDTH 39 cm LENGTH 70 cm INTERNAL DEPTH OF THE BASIN 8 cm THICKNESS 11 cm OVAL HOLE DIMENSIONS 40...
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20th Century Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

Wave - Contemporary White Ceramic Sculpture by Rachel Peters, UK, In Stock.
Located in Wirral, GB
Wave - Contemporary White Ceramic Sculpture by Rachel Peters, UK, In Stock. Wave is a hand-built ceramic sculpture made from grogged white stoneware, with a soft slip finish that’s ...
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2010s British Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Bonnie Config 3 Contemporary Linear LED Chandelier, Solid Brass @ 140cm/55"
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Bonnie range is designed around the stylised form of a Saffron flower, known around the world for its valuable beauty, fragrance and essence. Each organic flower-like form is ...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

34 Agelada Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass from Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Agelada Glass Vase with pendant was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986 for Memphis. It's part of the “Vetri Glass” collection. Made in blown Murano glass, and signed ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Trio of Lucite Sculptures Signed & Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic trio of Lucite sculptures with geometric shapes designed and manufactured by a Los Angeles artist and signed "Henry" 2017. The pieces are beautifully executed, the inlaid ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Aquaman by Mauro Oliveira
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of a kind fiberglass male bust collage with hundreds of mixed Murano and other glasses in various shapes and colors covered with resin, including a custom made black stand. Measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Aquaman by Mauro Oliveira
Aquaman by Mauro Oliveira
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ClassiCon Folding Screen in Black by Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
The high-tech look that arose in the 1980s and which is still potentially current had an ingenious predecessor. Over half a century ago, Eileen Gray anticipated the cool Industrial a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1970 Mauro Manetti Sturgeon Modern Silver Pewter Metal Fish Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
Fish Sculpture Mauro Manetti Italy, 1960 Pewter Fish Artist Sign engraved under the base Excellent condiction
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Pewter

Lustrous Schorl Black Tourmaline On Feldspar With Aquamarine From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Product Information: Specimen Name: Black Tourmaline on Feldspar with Aquamarine Weight: 921 grams Dimensions: H: 18 x W: 18 x D: 6 cm Treatment: None Origin: Skardu District, G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Other

Brad Sells Abstract Wood Sculpture 2015
Located in Chalk Hill, PA
Carved Yellow wood vessel sculpture by renowned artist Brad Sells. Sell's work can be found in private collections, museums and other public institutions. Sells also starred in the P...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Feng Shui Bonsai "Towards the sky", Handmade in Italy, Sculpture, Contemporary
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Towards the sky Bonsai is inspired by Tuscany, a wonderful country. The materials are wood and metals, representing both the strength of life and the roots of Mother Nature. Sc...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

U. Zaccagnini for Walt Disney Dopey Glazed Ceramic Sculpture 1940s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Miniature signed Ugo Zaccagnini, in hand-glazed ceramic, depicting the dwarf Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs by Walt Disney. Italian production from the 1940s. Signature o...
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1940s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Vanità Hand Blown Glass Sculpture Twisted Rigadin Fly Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Vanità Tazza Contemporary Glass Sculpture by Simone Crestani Unique Piece In the Vanità Tazza, Simone Crestani reflects on the delicate interplay between beauty and impermanence. Cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Doris Rucker "Magische Figur" Bronze Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Doris Rucker (German, 1909-1986) "Magische Figur" [Magic Figure] Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 1961, monogrammed and dated to reverse, mounted on grey stone base. 12" H x 3.5" W x 2.75...
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1960s Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

1970s Carved Rosewood Swirl Sculpture on Rosewood Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1970s Carved Rosewood Swirl Sculpture on Rosewood Base Small chip on underside of base (as shown)
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1970s Belizean Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Rosewood

Christian Caudron, Lamborghini Adventador LP700-4 Sculpture, Marble Rock Crystal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This sculpture in fine white P marble, black Belgian marble and rock crystal is a tribute to the famous car manufacturer Lamborghini, specifically the Aventador LP700-4. The Lamborghini Aventador is a mid-engine sportscar produced by the Italian automotive manufacturer Lamborghini launched on February 28th, 2011, at the Geneva Motor Show five months after its initial unveiling in Sant’Agat Bolognese. The first model, the Aventador LP 700-4, was designed by Filippo Perini. It was inspired by Lamborghini's limited-edition Reventón and the Estoque concept car and is the successor to the Murciélago. Among the design features were its signature scissor doors...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Rock Crystal

1970 Betulla Rame Artistico Design Italiano Alberi Scultura
Located in Brescia, IT
Alberi Scultura Italy, 1970 Rame lavorato completamente a mano Ottima fattura Ottimo stato di conservazione
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Khada Hand Carved Decorative Totem Sculpture Set
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
All our totem sculptures are hand carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, th...
Category

2010s African Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Marguerite Stix Designed Natural Seashell and Brass Object, circa 1960s
By Marguerite Stix
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare 'Stix' seashell by Austrian designer Marguerite Stix, circa 1960s, New York, New York. Marguerite Stix was a designer, sculptor, jeweler and ceramicist known for her later work with shells. This Stix piece is a natural seashell...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Rotunda Nude Form in Blue
Located in Richmond, VA
Female nude form ‘Rotunda’ by Jude Jelfs. Slab-built earthenware with vitreous slips and sgraffito. Glazed inside. Due to the handmade nature, subtle variations in form and finish a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Fin Trivet / Tray from Souda, Anodized Black, in Stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Made using a manufacturing process utilized for railways, medical devices, and electronics, the Fin Trivets bring an Industrial touch to your tabletop. Both durable and multifunction...
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2010s Chinese Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

High-Spire Seashell with Sterling Silver Overlay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage silvered sea shell. Comprising a high spire sea shell with silver overlay throughout. In the style of Ruzzetti & Gow or Buccellati. The ...
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20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Kosta Boda Ann Walff Art Glass Sculpture, Clear with Blue
Located in Toledo, OH
This art glass sculpture was made by Ann Wolff(1937-) for Kosta Boda Studios. Ann Wolff is a German art glass sculptor who is considered one of the founders of the international Stud...
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Late 20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Circular/Organic Shape Coffee Table Black Modern/Contemporary Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 7 J.M. Szymanski d. 2018 Cut from ⅜” solid steel, these abstract shapes work together to create a contemporary design that is both unique and luxurious. Finished with a n...
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2010s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Ki I Chair by Ayse Zelal Tugrul
Located in Geneve, CH
Ki I Chair by Ayse Zelal Tugrul One of a Kind Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 67 cm. Materials: Copper, marble. Ki means “earth, place, territory” in Sumerian, it represents firmness an...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Copper

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

Pink Teddy Bear Lamp LED, Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Type COLLECTIONI in the search bar to view 300 unique products like this one. The teddy bear, the emotional object par excellence, is reinterpreted by Stefano Giovannoni and becomes...
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2010s Italian Modern Sculptures

Materials

Plastic

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