Brutalist Decorative Objects

BRUTALIST STYLE

The design of brutalist furniture encompasses that which is crafted, hewn and worked by hand — an aesthetic rebuke (or, at least, a counterpoint) to furniture that is created using 21st-century materials and technology. Lately, the word “brutalist” has been adopted by the realms of furniture design and the decorative arts to refer to chairs, cabinets, tables and accessory pieces such as mirror frames and lighting that are made of rougher, deeply textured metals and other materials that are the visual and palpable antithesis of the sleek, smooth and suave.

ORIGINS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN

Brutalism emerged during the mid-20th century
Term coined by architecture critic Reyner Banham
Originated in the United Kingdom
Brutalist architecture gained popularity in the United States beginning in the early 1960s
Inaugural brutalist projects include Unité d'habitation and the city of Chandigarh, India, both of which owe to influential architect Charles-Édouard “Le Corbusier” Jeanneret
Le Corbusier’s cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, designed hundreds of chairs, tables, cabinets and lamps for Chandigarh
Informed by the Bauhaus, constructivism, modernism and the International Style; part of mid-century modernism
Contrasted starkly with Beaux Arts style

CHARACTERISTICS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN

Use of industrial materials — tubular steel, concrete, glass, granite
Prioritizes functionalism, minimalism and utilization of negative space
Spare silhouettes, pronounced geometric shapes
Stripped-down, natural look; rugged textures, modular construction
Interiors featuring airy visual flow and reliance on neutral palettes

BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE BRUTALIST FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The term brutalism — which derives from the French word brut, meaning “raw” — was coined by architecture critic Reyner Banham to describe an architectural style that emerged in the 1950s featuring monumental buildings, usually made of unornamented concrete, whose design was meant to project an air of strength and solidity.

Le Corbusier essentially created the brutalist style; its best-known iterations in the United States are the Whitney Museum of American Art, which was designed by Marcel Breuer, and Paul Rudolph's Yale Art and Architecture Building. The severe style might have been the most criticized architectural movement of the 20th century, even if it was an honest attempt to celebrate the beauty of raw material. But while the brutalist government buildings in Washington, D.C., seemingly bask in their un-beauty, brutalist interior design and decor is much more lyrical, at times taking on a whimsical, romantic quality that its exterior counterparts lack.

Paul Evans is Exhibit A for brutalist furniture design. His Sculpture Front cabinets laced with high-relief patinated steel mounts have become collector's items nonpareil, while the chairs, coffee table and dining table in his later Cityscape series and Sculpted Bronze series for Directional Furniture are perhaps the most expressive, attention-grabbing pieces in American modern design. Other exemplary brutalist designers are Silas Seandel, the idiosyncratic New York furniture designer and sculptor whose works in metal — in particular his tables — have a kind of brawny lyricism, and Curtis Jere, a nom-de-trade for the California team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, the bold makers of expressive scorched and sheared copper and brass mirror frames and wall-mounted sculptures.

Brutalist furniture and sculptures remain popular with interior designers and can lend unique, eccentric, human notes to an art and design collection in any home.

Find authentic vintage brutalist chairs, coffee tables, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Style: Brutalist

Brutalist Sculpture of a Knight with Sword

By Paul Evans, Curtis Jeré

Located in New York, NY

Impressive freestanding sculpture of a Knight with his sword drawn. The figure is constructed of various bits of metal, screws, washers, gears etc which at fist glance appear to be r...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Metal

Brutalist Sculpture of a Knight with Sword

Joel Escalona's Unseen Force #59: Coffee Table Sculpture, Solid Oak

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Joel Escalona's Unseen Force #59: Coffee Table Sculpture, Solid Oak Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Joel Escalona's Unseen Force #59: Coffee Table Sculpture, Solid Oak

Midcentury Bronze Avian Sculpture 'Japan'

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in San Diego, CA

Serene, elegant, and handsome bronze sculpture. Simple lines that are undeniably midcentury. Finely hand casted (evokes Brutalist), it boasts a handsome verdigris patina. This avian ...

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1950s Japanese Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Midcentury Bronze Avian Sculpture 'Japan'

Carved from Elegance, Still Stand No80 in Burned Oak by NONO

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Carved from Elegance, Still Stand No80 in Burned Oak by NONO —— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to th...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Carved from Elegance, Still Stand No80 in Burned Oak by NONO

Brass brutalist candle stick, 1960’s

Located in Delft, NL

Brutalist candle holder

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1960s German Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Brass

Brass brutalist candle stick, 1960’s

Elefante by NONO Console 11, Stout Oak Base, Refined Top

By NONO

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Elefante by NONO Console 11, Stout Oak Base, Refined Top ————————————————————— Elefante Collection: A Harmony of Design and Heritage by NONO Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touc...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Elefante by NONO Console 11, Stout Oak Base, Refined Top

Patinated Brutalist Unicorn Tragedy Bronze Sculpture on Marble Base

Located in San Diego, CA

Patinateed Brutalist "Unicorn Tragedy" bronze sculpture on marble base, circa 1970s. The piece depicts the tragedy of a young unicorn realizing his mother has been speared and is on ...

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20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Patinated Brutalist Unicorn Tragedy Bronze Sculpture on Marble Base

Large Brutalist Abstract Sculpture by Charles Bound, c.1980

Located in Surbiton, GB

Wood fired stoneware vessel by Charles Bound (b. 1939). Dimensions (cm, approx): Height: 24.

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1980s British Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

Large Brutalist Abstract Sculpture by Charles Bound, c.1980

Elefante Oak Console 06 by NONO, Bold Texture, Sleek Edge

By NONO

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Elefante Oak Console 06 by NONO, Bold Texture, Sleek Edge————————————————————— Elefante Collection: A Harmony of Design and Heritage by NONO Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touch...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Elefante Oak Console 06 by NONO, Bold Texture, Sleek Edge

Giant Concrete Bowl, Charcoal & Ash

By Christopher Norberg

Located in Camp Meeker, CA

This bowl was made using charcoal and ash from the artist's property in northern California. Every year, fuel reduction in the forest provides fuel for heating his old cabin. The ash...

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2010s American Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Concrete

Giant Concrete Bowl, Charcoal & Ash

Olav Joff for Polaris/Figgjo Brutalist Steel Vase, Sandnes Norway

By Olav Joff

Located in Toledo, OH

This Brutalist steel vase was designed by Olav Joff (1940-). The vase was part of the steel art series in the 1970's. The series consisted of cast...

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1970s Norwegian Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Steel

Olav Joff for Polaris/Figgjo Brutalist Steel Vase, Sandnes Norway

The Sleek Totem of Dark Elegance in Black Solid Wood, Still Stand No90

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

The Sleek Totem of Dark Elegance in Black Solid Wood, Still Stand No90 —— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testam...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

The Sleek Totem of Dark Elegance in Black Solid Wood, Still Stand No90

1960s Mid Century Modern Abstract Metal "Wall Jewelry" Sculpture Harry Bertoia

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Peoria, AZ

MAGNIFICENT! BRUTALIST HANDWORKED SCULPTED METAL WALL ART Attributed to Harry Bertoia. INCREDIBLE WELDS, WORKMANSHIP & DESIGN! HUGE! App...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Iron

1960s Mid Century Modern Abstract Metal "Wall Jewelry" Sculpture Harry Bertoia

Carved Elegance, Black Solid Wood Still Stand No80 by NONO

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Carved Elegance, Black Solid Wood Still Stand No80 by NONO —— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Carved Elegance, Black Solid Wood Still Stand No80 by NONO

Artisan Oak Unseen Force #54: Coffee Table Art by Joel Escalona

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Artisan Oak Unseen Force #54: Coffee Table Art by Joel Escalona Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized finish. Due to the nature of the production process, each piece may vary in grain, texture, shape or even size. The dimensions provided refer to the table only. The dimensions and shape of the sculpture may vary. — About the Concept. Unseen Force Coffee Tables and Side Tables, design by Joel Escalona for NONO When Tables Talk Art...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Artisan Oak Unseen Force #54: Coffee Table Art by Joel Escalona

A Dark, Elegant Design Materializes in Burned Oak, Still Stand No91, by NONO

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

A Dark, Elegant Design Materializes in Burned Oak, Still Stand No91, by NONO —— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

A Dark, Elegant Design Materializes in Burned Oak, Still Stand No91, by NONO

Midcentury Torch Cut Metal Abstract Brutalist Sculpture

By Curtis Jeré, Diego Giacometti, Silas Seandel, Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Tony Melendy

Located in Houston, TX

Midcentury torch cut metal abstract Brutalist sculpture. Beautifully executed Mid-Century Modern Brutalist torch cut mixed metal abstract sculpture. ...

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1960s Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Brass, Copper

Midcentury Torch Cut Metal Abstract Brutalist Sculpture

Sleek Abstract Sculpture in Burned Oak, Still Stand No82 by NONO

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Sleek Abstract Sculpture in Burned Oak, Still Stand No82 by NONO —— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament t...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Sleek Abstract Sculpture in Burned Oak, Still Stand No82 by NONO

NONO Crafts Dark Elegance, Biomorphic Burned Oak, Still Stand No93

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

NONO Crafts Dark Elegance, Biomorphic Burned Oak, Still Stand No93—— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

NONO Crafts Dark Elegance, Biomorphic Burned Oak, Still Stand No93

sculpture murale terre cuite et émaux travail des années 1970

Located in LYON, FR

Superbe sculpture murale brutaliste vintage des années 1960/70 et terre cuite agrémentée d'une pièce de forme libre en relief. Travail d'artiste d'une incroyable qualité et très dé...

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1970s French Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

sculpture murale terre cuite et émaux travail des années 1970

Brancusi Inspired Abstract Male Torso Bronze Sculpture on Marble Base

By Brancusi, Rene Brancusi

Located in Houston, TX

Large Brutalist male torso abstract bronze sculpture on a marble base in the manner of Brancusi. This midcentury figural male torso sculpture is finely detailed and dates to the mid-...

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1960s Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Brancusi Inspired Abstract Male Torso Bronze Sculpture on Marble Base

NONO Elefante Stand 05, Oak Beauty, Versatile Elegance

By NONO

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

NONO Elefante Stand 05, Oak Beauty, Versatile Elegance————————————————————— Elefante Collection: A Harmony of Design and Heritage by NONO Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touch N...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

NONO Elefante Stand 05, Oak Beauty, Versatile Elegance

Sculpture-Base Unseen Force #67: Joel Escalona's Oak Coffee Table, Unique Design

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Sculpture-Base Unseen Force #67: Joel Escalona's Oak Coffee Table, Unique Design Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized finish. Due to ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Sculpture-Base Unseen Force #67: Joel Escalona's Oak Coffee Table, Unique Design

NONO Elefante Buffet 03, Oak Craft, Bold Statement

By NONO

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

NONO Elefante Buffet 03, Oak Craft, Bold Statement ————————————————————— Elefante Collection: A Harmony of Design and Heritage by NONO Crafting Elegance wi...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

NONO Elefante Buffet 03, Oak Craft, Bold Statement

Solid Wood Decor Unseen Force #56: Joel Escalona's Oak Coffee Table

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Solid Wood Decor Unseen Force #56: Joel Escalona's Oak Coffee Table Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized finish. Due to the nature of the production process, each piece may vary in grain, texture, shape or even size. The dimensions provided refer to the table only. The dimensions and shape of the sculpture may vary. — About the Concept. Unseen Force Coffee Tables and Side Tables, design by Joel Escalona for NONO When Tables Talk Art...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Solid Wood Decor Unseen Force #56: Joel Escalona's Oak Coffee Table

Extra Large Brutalist Iron Chain Candlestick Holder, France 1960s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find an extra large Brutalist candlestick holder made of iron chain. It features a large holder of 20cm or 8 inches in diameter that can hold a very large ca...

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1960s French Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

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Iron

Extra Large Brutalist Iron Chain Candlestick Holder, France 1960s

French 1940's Terra Cotta Sculpture of a Woman

By Rene Romage

Located in San Francisco, CA

An important French 1940's terra cotta sculpture of a seated nude woman; with head turned to the right above a voluptuous torso; Signed "Rene Romage, 1942" (alias - Rene Baumer)

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1940s French Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

French 1940's Terra Cotta Sculpture of a Woman

Bijan Signed Metal Art Sculpture of Man on Boat with Goats

By Bijan

Located in Charleston, SC

About the artist: Bijan (1936-2016),was a major force in the mid-century metal art movement and considered by many to be The Father of Metal Sculpture. In their mid twentieth centur...

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1960s American Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Bijan Signed Metal Art Sculpture of Man on Boat with Goats

Richard Bitterman Brutalist Bud Vase or Sculpture

By Richard Batterham

Located in Buffalo, NY

Handcrafted Brutalist bud vase or sculpture, 1960s, brass, stee. Plastic test tube, signed R. Bitterman.

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1960s American Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Steel

Richard Bitterman Brutalist Bud Vase or Sculpture

Solid Oak Unseen Force #63: Joel Escalona's Masterful Coffee Table Sculpture

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Solid Oak Unseen Force #63: Joel Escalona's Masterful Coffee Table Sculpture Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized finish. Due to the n...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Solid Oak Unseen Force #63: Joel Escalona's Masterful Coffee Table Sculpture

Unseen Force #60: Solid Wood Coffee Table, Joel Escalona's Decorative Artistry

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Unseen Force #60: Solid Wood Coffee Table, Joel Escalona's Decorative Artistry Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized finish. Due to the nature of the production process, each piece may vary in grain, texture, shape or even size. The dimensions provided refer to the table only. The dimensions and shape of the sculpture may vary. — About the Concept. Unseen Force Coffee Tables and Side Tables, design by Joel Escalona for NONO When Tables Talk Art...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Unseen Force #60: Solid Wood Coffee Table, Joel Escalona's Decorative Artistry

Gallery-Style Unseen Force #65: Solid Oak Table by Joel Escalona, Luxe Decor

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Gallery-Style Unseen Force #65: Solid Oak Table by Joel Escalona, Luxe Decor Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized finish. Due to the nature of the production process, each piece may vary in grain, texture, shape or even size. The dimensions provided refer to the table only. The dimensions and shape of the sculpture may vary. — About the Concept. Unseen Force Coffee Tables and Side Tables, design by Joel Escalona for NONO When Tables Talk Art...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Gallery-Style Unseen Force #65: Solid Oak Table by Joel Escalona, Luxe Decor

Contemporary Bronze Totem Sculpture by Bertrand Créac'h, France

By Bertrand Créac'h

Located in London, GB

Totem "Faille" by Bertrand Créac'h Material: bronze, blak patina Dimensions: H 200 x 25 x 25 cm Year: 2024 Bertrand Créac’h met on his journey the artists Étienne Martin, François S...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Bronze Totem Sculpture by Bertrand Créac'h, France

Biomorphic Burned Oak Elegance, Still Stand No83, Crafted by NONO

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Biomorphic Burned Oak Elegance, Still Stand No83, Crafted by NONO —— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Biomorphic Burned Oak Elegance, Still Stand No83, Crafted by NONO

The Abstract Elegance of Burned Oak, Dark and Sleek, by Escalona, Still Stand 98

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

The Abstract Elegance of Burned Oak, Dark and Sleek, by Escalona, Still Stand No98 _ Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

The Abstract Elegance of Burned Oak, Dark and Sleek, by Escalona, Still Stand 98

Elegance in Black Solid Wood by NONO, Still Stand No78 Redefined

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Elegance in Black Solid Wood by NONO, Still Stand No78 Redefined —— Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Elegance in Black Solid Wood by NONO, Still Stand No78 Redefined

Whimsical Brutalist Mouse Sculpture in Brass welded on solid Rosewood Base

By Curtis Jeré

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical petite welded brass sculpture in the style of Curtis Jere circa 1970's.

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20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Whimsical Brutalist Mouse Sculpture in Brass welded on solid Rosewood Base

Bronze Sculpture Romantic Dreams by Susanne Vertel

Located in New York, NY

Stylized cast bronze sculpture depicting three women in reclining position by noted sculptor Susanne Vertel. This sculpture is part of a limited edition...

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Early 2000s North American Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Sculpture Romantic Dreams by Susanne Vertel

Adam P. Gale "Bone Trio" Bronze Sculpture #1

By Adam P. Gale

Located in San Francisco, CA

Adam P. Gale solid bronze "Bone Trio" sculpture, U.S.A. A renowned California abstract sculpture born in England and permantly relocated to San Francisco, CA. Titled "Bone Trio" bas...

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2010s American Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Adam P. Gale "Bone Trio" Bronze Sculpture #1

Picture Frame by Mathias for Fondica, France, 1990s

By Fondica, Mathias Fondica

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Rare picture photo frame in gilt metal, bronze style by Mathias for Fondica. Sign Mathias and stamp Fondica France. Interior measurements of the frame 18 x 13 centimeters. Famous art...

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1990s French Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Picture Frame by Mathias for Fondica, France, 1990s

Mesh Fruit Bowl A050 Solid Brass Sand Cast

By David Marshall

Located in Benahavis, AN

The decorative Brass Fruit Bowl was created by David Marshall, it is made of sand cast brass. Handmade, mounted and finished in our foundry and workshop in Spain from recycled mater...

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2010s Spanish Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Mesh Fruit Bowl A050 Solid Brass Sand Cast

Unseen Force #61: Joel Escalona's Solid Oak Table, Art-Inspired Design

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Unseen Force #61: Joel Escalona's Solid Oak Table, Art-Inspired Design Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or carbonized finish. Due to the nature ...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Unseen Force #61: Joel Escalona's Solid Oak Table, Art-Inspired Design

Brutalist Desktop Glass Sculpture

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Brutalist desktop / tabletop glass sculpture. It is made of crashed glass and mirror melted into clear acrylic and mounted on natural piece o...

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1960s Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Brutalist Desktop Glass Sculpture

Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color.

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20th Century Kenyan Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta, Rattan

Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color

Vintage Brutalist Iron and Bronze Table Sculpture

Located in Charleston, SC

Vintage Brutalist abstraction Iron and Bronze Table Sculpture. C. 1960’s

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage Brutalist Iron and Bronze Table Sculpture

1960s Owl Sculpture On A Painted Black Base

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1960s Owl Sculpture On A Painted Black Base Willem DeGroot Style Wood Base has some wear

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1960s Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

1960s Owl Sculpture On A Painted Black Base

Vintage Boho Carved Stone Rams Head

Located in west palm beach, FL

Earthy and powerful, this vintage boho carved stone ram’s head sculpture is a striking study in organic form and primal symbolism. Hand-sculpted from speckled sandstone, the stylized...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Sandstone

Vintage Boho Carved Stone Rams Head

Carlo Nason Cenedese Fanciful Vetri Figure

By Carlo Nason

Located in Sharon, CT

A black Scavo over clear glass Murano figure. Incised signature/date to underside.

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1960s Italian Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Carlo Nason Cenedese Fanciful Vetri Figure

Mid Century Iron & Gesso Sculpture by Guarneri

Located in Round Top, TX

Iron & Gesso Sculpture by Guarneri. Fantastic brutalist style. Great condition. Stand 6.25" x 29.5"

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Mid-20th Century Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Iron & Gesso Sculpture by Guarneri

D. Malken Brutalist Steel Sculpture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Brutalist steel sculpture, signed D. Malken, France, 1950's.

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1950s French Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

D. Malken Brutalist Steel Sculpture

Rick Owens Cast Bronze Coupe Vase Black Patina Signed

By Rick Owens

Located in Chicago, IL

The now iconic bronze coupe vase from the Rick Owens bronze relic collection. This is shown in the black patina. Designed in 2012. Each bronze is signed. Can be used as vase or sc...

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2010s French Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Rick Owens Cast Bronze Coupe Vase Black Patina Signed

Vintage Mid-Century Brutalist Lucite Freeform Sculpture

By Curtis Jeré, Hivo Van Teal

Located in San Diego, CA

A sculptural interpretation of an organic shape that is enigmatic, poised and unpredictable. A study in form, this vintage lucite piece dates to the early 1960s. In essence it is min...

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1960s American Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Mid-Century Brutalist Lucite Freeform Sculpture

Set of Four Brutalist 1970s Oak & Brass Candlesticks

Located in Norwich, GB

A set of four Brutalist brass and solid oak candlesticks. Circa 1970. There are a few signs of use to the finish as expected with age and use, the brass having the original patina. ...

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1970s European Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Brutalist 1970s Oak & Brass Candlesticks

Brutalist Metal Patchwork Box with Insert Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Atlanta, GA

A cube form desktop box covered with patchwork copper by American artist and designer Paul Evans (1931-1987). The lidded box has a plastic insert box and was made as an ice box or a ...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Metal Patchwork Box with Insert Paul Evans

Mid Century Brutalist Bronze and Amethyst Sculpture with Bird and Cactus

Located in Toronto, ON

A unique bronze and amethyst sculpture in a truly Brutalist / organic style treatment with a fine, raw surface patina. Bird, textured brush and cactus motifs are abstracted in cast b...

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1950s American Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Amethyst, Bronze

Mid Century Brutalist Bronze and Amethyst Sculpture with Bird and Cactus

Multi Metal Brass and Copper Brutalist Style Hand made Hinged Box with Bun Feet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Muti-Metal Hinged box of Brass and Copper. The piece is of the Brutalist Style and its hand Crafted qualities of welded or soldered pieces of Metal t...

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20th Century Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

Multi Metal Brass and Copper Brutalist Style Hand made Hinged Box with Bun Feet

Brutalist abstract wrought iron sculpture from the 1970s

By François Thévenin

Located in LE CANNET, FR

Interesting artisanal French work from the 1970s Wrought and welded iron sculpture This highly decorative piece is in the same vein as other designers such as Sido and Francois Theve...

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1970s French Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Brutalist abstract wrought iron sculpture from the 1970s

Klaus Lehmann, Brutalist German Studio Pottery Cube Art Sculpture No. 255 78

By Klaus Lehmann

Located in Hamburg, DE

Klaus Lehmann, Postmodern Brutalist German Studio Pottery Cube Art Sculpture No. 255 78, 1978, Ceramic & Metal

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1970s German Vintage Brutalist Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Klaus Lehmann, Brutalist German Studio Pottery Cube Art Sculpture No. 255 78

Brutalist decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

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