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Modern Decorative Objects

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Paper Bowl 1, Made of Crumpled Brass Sheet, Handcrafted and Formed in Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
The Paper Series embodies the idea of crumpling paper set in time. The materiality of the brass is utilized by the intricate folds and bends that not on...
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2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Modern Abstract Sculpture in Stainless Steel by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
"The Time" by Patrick Coard Paris is an extraordinary fusion of contemporary design and timeless craftsmanship. Its sculptural form, composed of intertwining arcs and sleek, angular ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stainless Steel

21st century Pair of Original of "Tomato" Vases
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of "Tomato" Vases Magnificent pair of ceramic vases in the shape of tomatoes, made by hand. The bright colour of this pair will look great in your kitchen or dining room. The va...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Steuben Crystal Recumbent Lion, by Lloyd Atkins, 1986
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Steuben Crystal Recumbent Lion, by Lloyd Atkins, 1986 Steuben Glass Works, established 1903 A stunning Steuben crystal recumbent lion sculpture, designed in 1986 by the renowned ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

"Golden" Luxury Vases Set of 3 Pieces, Handmade in Italy, 2021, Hand Painted
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. This collection is made by 4 beautiful pieces all handmade in Italy. The hearts take up the symbolism of love, nature, human body and our feelings. Sometimes love can hurts, but it will always be the driving force of our lives. These Biscuit porcelain Hearts are not only sculptures, each one is a vase that you can hang on the wall and fullfill with fresh flowers or ornamental flowers. This collection is entirely handmade. The material used is porcelain, of Limoges (France) and German origin, fired at 1260 C. The shape of heart is made by casting in plaster...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Lalique Green Glass Biches Vase
Located in Countryside, IL
Lalique green glass biches vase This vase measures: 5.5 wide x 5.5 deep x 6.75 inches high This vase is in Great Vintage Condition We take our ...
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2010s French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Picture Frame Sterling Silver Octagonal Yellow Enamel Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Octagonal photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fire enamels on guillochè. Modern contemporary style. Exterior 17 x 18.5 cm, interior for round photo d...
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1990s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Gary Weisman Nude Male Torso Bronze Sculpture
By Gary Weisman
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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Large Holy Land Mother-of-pearl, Abalone Shell and Olive Wood Icon
Located in London, GB
A large Holy Land mother-of-pearl, abalone shell and olive wood icon Jerusalem, early 20th century Icon: height 55.5cm, width 52cm, depth 18cm Case: height 15.5cm, width 61.5cm, depth 57.5cm In fitted case, presented by the President of the Senate...
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Early 20th Century Israeli Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Olive

Pietrina Checcacci Brazilian Modern Kinetic Copper Sculpture on Granite Base
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian modern kinetic copper sculpture on black granite base by Italian-Brazilian artist Pietrina Checcacci, 1970s.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Granite, Copper

Oval Pedestal Resin Bowl, Beige and Pearl by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Our oval pedestal bowl is great for holding fruit, plants, decorative objects, faux succulents and specially everyone's attention. You can have it on display on a kitchen counter or ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Important Storied Tall Ceramic Pot with Rattle and Fingerprints Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fantastic ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The story: In the 1980s, potter Lola Rae invited Toshika to her ceramic studio and kiln in Ojai, CA to teach a class. Lola Rae had previously worked as a studio assistant for artist Beatrice Wood for eight years. This pot was one of the pieces Toshiko made on site during the class and workshop. Together with the other pot on offer, they stayed in Lola Rae's personal collection until now offered by us Tishu Gallery...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Cocker Dog Ceramic centerpiece with golden ball Handmade in Italy New 2025
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This small family-run contemporary artisan workshop is housed in a historic 19th century building, formerly the site of an old bread oven, renovated at the beginning of the twentieth...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Hofu Raku Ceramic Vase - Smoked Raku - Handmade Pottery Home Decor Gift
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Hofu - ( 豊富 ) Abundance The Hofu vase is a decorative wide lipped vessel. The organic curves and traditional silhouette gives it a modest but impactful pre...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Ceramic Giraffe Jug , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Jug Hand Painted by Jabu Nene and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello from Love Art Ceramic This exquisite Giraffe Jug is a stunning piece of decorative art crafted in South Africa b...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary American Modern Conch and Cowrie Seashell Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern rectangular jewelry box with an exterior finished in applied miniature conch and cowrie seashells, which opens to a teal velvet interior.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral

Bertoncello Ceramics
Located in Lugo, IT
Pottery attributed to Bertoncello/Rigon. Good conditions. Thank you
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 3, White Small Ceramic Kawa Dish, Organic Textured Porcelain Catchall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An organic shaped porcelain dish with a tactile exterior surface and a smooth glazed interior. Small & precious, yet surprisingly practical, the Kawa Dishes are equally well-suited a...
Category

2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Solid brass square tray handcrafted in Italy by 247LAB
Located in Saonara, IT
Handcrafted square tray model "REGOLO", made in brass; with its sober and elegant design, this piece perfectly fits into modern-contemporary context. Proudly Made in Italy, without ...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Curtis Jere Chrome Plated Sputnik Pom Pom Wall Sculpture Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage chrome plated Curtis Jere wall sculpture is from the 1970s. It is not signed that we can see. It is authentic. It is a combination of 5 sea creatures we call sea urchins...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Chrome

Stylish Contemporary Orange Glazed Globular Vase Signed Morgan Dated 2004
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and very stylish contemporary art pottery vase of globular shaped signed Morgan and dated 2004. The rounded pottery vase stands on a flat ungl...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Contemporary Rabbit Hand Blown Glass Vase Spring Animal Cute Bunny Decanter Pot
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the whimsical Rabbit Vase, a charming hand-blown glass creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This delicate decanter, crafted entirely in tr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Bronze sculptural bowl, 'Tortolina 1'
Located in London, GB
’Tortolina 1’ - a decorative sculptural bowl, hand crafted, moulded and cast in bronze in the lost wax process. The object is intricately crafted leaving the artist delicately impri...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Coral World
Located in Mumbai, India, Maharashtra
Jeremiah Jacobs, a masterful glassblower, has created an exquisite blown glass piece that incorporates the captivating murrini technique. This stunning artwork features a coral-like ...
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2010s Indian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Moor Head Special Edition, Vase Centerpiece, Handmade in Italy, 2023, Bespoke
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Handmade piece in Italy. No mold. 90 Colors available. Sicily is the land of clay and handcrafted pieces. Love and jealousy melt inside those wonderful creations.
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Laur Large Contemporary LED Chandelier, Brass, Handmade/Finished, Art, Sculpture
Located in Torslanda, SE
Inspired by the three states of matter, Laur combines semi-precious elements of brass, onyx, and hand blown white glass in playful interconnecting arrangements, some with functional ...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Plastic

Large Modernist Steel Outdoor Kinetic Hanging Mobile Sculpture 1980s
Located in Troy, MI
Large Modernist Steel Outdoor Kinetic Hanging Mobile Sculpture 1980s Large kinetic indoor/outdoor hanging sculpture by Phil Beck c1980. Asym...
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20th Century North American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Massimo Giacon Ceramic Sculpture Love Carrot by Superego, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
Limited edition earthenware sculpture in two pieces, representing a rabbit holding a carrot designed by Massimo Giacon. Polychrome ceramic from the collection “The pop will eat himse...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Christopher Anderson Textured Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Studio Pottery vase with a shaped tenmoku glazed top, the body applied with matted textured glazes in contrasting brown tones by Christopher Anderson...
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Late 20th Century British Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Cacao Cabosse Candle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful scented candle presented in a unique handmade artisan ceramic jar. Infused with the finest botanical fragrance oils. Our premium candles are poured into luxury handmade a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Martinican Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Rone Contemporary LED Sculptural Brass Table Light, Handmade in Sweden
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Rone range is an exploration of the delicate balance of Classic forms. In simplicity, quality is at the utmost importance and our solid brass parts are painstakingly milled or sp...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Raaquu Mizu Raku Pottery Trinket Bowl, Smoked Raku, Handmade Ceramic
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
Mizu ( 水 ) ~ (n) water Our Mizu bowl comes with 3 short legs. It would look elegant on its own or as a keeper of trinkets or potpourri. This Mizu bowl is the kind of piece to creat...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

In-Stock, Organic Ceramic Kawa Vase 9.4, White, Textured, Sculptural, Porcelain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An sculptural and organic porcelain vase with leather textured exterior surface and satin glazed interior. As a result of the production process each item is one-of-a-kind. A multi...
Category

2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Trio of Hand Carved Wood Sculpture, Tall Carved Poplar Totems
By Steve Turner
Located in Chicago, IL
These hand-carved poplar sculptures transforms from an open, geometric cage form at the bottom to a serpent head at the top. Steve Turner slowly works the wood, revealing natural elements, rings and knots present in the wood. These modern totems evokes the work of Constantin Brancusi and Henry Moore in its modern and organic nature. Each of these three sculptures stands atop a solid steel custom base thus the width dimension can vary depending on how far apart each is spaced. Steve Turner Struggle, 2020 catalpa wood...
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2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Lauren LED Sconce, 170"H, Handmade Brass, Bronze or Nickel
Located in Torslanda, SE
by Matthew Holleman, 2024 Standard size, 30”/76cm Length and 170"/403cm Height Brass, Nickel, and Bronze options are available. This piece is handmade in our Swedish workshop and f...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Hand-Blown Modern Murano Bowl in Olive Green Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A testament to Venetian mastery, this hand-blown Murano bowl in olive green is an exquisite fusion of artistry and luxury. The Battuto technique creates a sculptural, hammered textur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Contemporary Blue Flower Glass Blown Cylinder Vase Handcrafted, Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
This charming vase handcrafted of fine crystal is a showcase of pure volumes. Its elegant silhouette is composed of a spherical, blue base sustaining the cylindrical, clear body. Cra...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Art Glass

Nomon Rodon Wall Clock By Jose Maria Reina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Functional and versatile Nomon clock. Dimensions: 70 cm in diameter. The Rodon N wall clock of the Spanish clock brand Nomon recalls the subtle elegance...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted & Turned Oak Japanese Yakisugi Bowl
Located in London, GB
Fine traditionally hand-crafted and turned Oak half Japanese Yakisugi platter - bowl. These unique pieces are handmade to the very best quality in London using traditional techniques...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Red and Gold Lady Sea Motive. Unique Handmade and Hand painted. Ceramic 2024
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The red and gold marine lady is inspired by many cultural reminiscence of Italy. Corals inspired by our mediterranean see, gold elements for luxury art. A gentle reinassance face emb...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Murano Glass Vases by Lino Tagliapietra & Angelin, Effetre, Italy, 1986
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of beautiful and rare Italian glass vases from the 'Istria series' by Lino Tagliapietra and Marina Angelin for Effetre International, Murano, 1986. The vases are made of hand...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Átomo T Table Clock
Located in NEW YORK, NY
It is the perfect addition for any desktop because its simple and attractive design makes it possible to give a touch of personality to any room. Its hands move thanks to a UTS mechanism designed in Germany. Átomo T table...
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2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Murano Italy Art Glass Modernism 3 Birds Perched on Branch Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Murano Italy Art Glass Modernism 3 Birds Perched on Branch Sculpture in Blue, Red, and Green. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 7" H x 9.25" W x 9.5" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Raaquu Raku Fired Large Oval Vase S/N0000615 Centerpiece Art Series, Malaysia
Located in Petaling Jaya, MY
A mesmerizing sight to behold as soon as the rainbow-like patinas catch your eye. The Oval Vase is a tall, teardrop-shaped design best for adding a touch of elegance and intrigue to ...
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2010s Malaysian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Warner Bros, Looney Tunes Wile E. Coyote ACME Rocket Cookie Jar
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Warner Bros, Looney Tunes Wile E. Coyote Rocket Cookie Jar. It depicts a hand painted ceramic cookie jar shaped as Wile E. Coyote ACME Rocket. Below the base is hallmarked ...
Category

20th Century Taiwanese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Blown Murano Bowl with 24-Karat Gold Flecks
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite hand-blown Murano bowl is a luminous masterpiece, featuring 24-karat gold flecks that shimmer within its delicate, golden-hued glass. Crafted with timeless Venetian te...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Hermanos Calavera Diablo 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(...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Contemporary Red Lacquer and Copper Cherries Sculpture by Robert Kuo, Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cherries Red Lacquer Antique Copper Copper Base Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Hand Made Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. This te...
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2010s Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Table Box Heart shape Red passion fire-enameled on guilloche Salimbeni.
Located in Firenze, FI
Heart-shaped table box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold-plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché above and below. Modern contemporary style. Dimensions cm. 8.8 x 8 cm high....
Category

1990s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Bronze Female Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, small, substantial bronze female head bust sculpture on cylindrical wood pedestal base, circa early-20th century or earlier. Artist is un...
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Early 20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

W. Beaupre Gold Chain Android Bust
Located in New York, NY
Stunning futuristic android bust by W. Beaupre. Bust is embellished with intricate gold chain, pearls and vintage jewelry findings. The atte...
Category

20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Very Large Volkstedt Porcelain Sculpture of a Parrot
Located in London, GB
A very large Volkstedt porcelain sculpture of a parrot German, early 20th century Measures: Height 50cm, width 18cm, depth 23cm. Full of vitality and character, this fine and very large porcelain parrot...
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Early 20th Century German Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone, Marble

Ivan Weiss Glazed White & Blue Porcelain Vase for Royal Copenhagen, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Modern Porcelain vase with blue decor designed by the danish ceramist Ivan Weiss and manufactured by Royal Copenhagen during the 1980s. Fully signed, numbered and marked to the base....
Category

1980s Danish Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Venini Murano Italian Green Glass Bottle Vase Incisi Serie, 2004
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian glass bottle vasec with stopper, “Incisi” series, in two-color submerged glass with surface entirely worked by grinding produced by Venini Murano, Venini trademark 2004 engra...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Vase 0025 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin
Located in Geneve, CH
Vase 0025 Grès Roux Chamotté by Marta Dervin Dimensions: ø7.5 x H 31-35 cm Materials: Stoneware Marta Dervin works with stoneware and porcelain that she sha...
Category

2010s French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

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