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Item Ships From: Los Angeles
Pair of Rare Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dogs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of rare Chinese carved wood foo dogs.
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18th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Wood

Banana Leaf, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Banana leaf Antique copper Hand repousse Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repousse is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief ...
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2010s Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Copper

Contemporary Hand Repoussé White Bronze Mushroom Sculptures by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mushroom sculpture (Set of 2) White bronze Hand repoussé Measures: S: 29 1/2" W x 30 1/2" D x 28" H L: 38" W x 37" D x 32 1/2" H Limited edition Contemporary Each piece is ind...
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2010s Minimalist Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Bronze

David Gilhooly, Title "Burrito Frog " Ceramic/Pottery Sculpture Signed
By David Gilhooly
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice piece of the well known artist David Gilhooly creator of the Funk movement, This is a Burrito frog title work.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Ceramic

Lifesize French 19th Century Sculpture of a Lady with a Lantern, by Louis Hottot
By Louis Hottot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and rare lifesize French 19th century patinated metal figure of a standing maiden holding a lantern, the impressive figure depicting a young scantily dressed and barefoot...
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1890s French Belle Époque Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Metal, Brass

Bust Head of Nefertiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful acrylic resin head of Nefertiti. A compliment to any shelf, desk or work station. Could be used as a paper weight or bookend as well. The piece is of good size and is wel...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Resin

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 ...
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20th Century Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Metal

Abstract Modern Ceramic Sculpture – Human Figure with Red Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking modern ceramic sculpture blends abstract artistry with a contemplative narrative. Featuring a minimalist human figure perched a...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Ceramic

Cipri Adolf Bermann, German, 19th Century Gilt-Bronze Bacchus Herm Term
By Cipri Adolf Bermann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cipri Adolf Bermann (German, 1862-1942) a very fine 19th century gilt-bronze miniature figure of a Bacchus Herm, depicting Bacchus, also known as Dionysus, the god of the grape harve...
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Early 1900s German Louis XV Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Marble, Bronze

English Life-Size Neoclassical Revival Style White Marble Nude Maiden with Dog
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine English Life-Size Neoclassical Revival Style White Marble Group of a Standing "Fisher Girl with a Dog", the tall and slender sculpture depicting a standing scantily clad nude maiden wrapped in a fishing net, wearing nothing but a tiara...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Marble

Sculptural Japanese Keyaki Wood Partition in the Style of Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Japanese keyaki wood partition in the style of Nakashima.
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1960s Japanese Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Hardwood

Chicken Shooting Target, 1960s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very interesting heavy metal shooting target. Figure of a small chicken is attached to a metal post with a hollow tube at the top which a cable would run through suspending this target in the air. Figure is on a hinge so when you hit the target, the figure tilts back and "dings" when it returns to the vertical position. Used with bullet markings and slight divots. Great patina and super unique object. Matching slightly larger metal chicken...
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1960s American Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Steel

Majolica Green and Yellow Glaze Dog Pitcher
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous green and yellow drip glaze Majolica Dog Pitcher. Commanding presence and craftsmanship.
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Early 20th Century English Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Ceramic

Louis Kley a Fine Bronze Group of a Young Boy Afraid of Mice
By Louis Kley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Louis Kley (French, 1833-1911) A fine and charming patinated bronze group of a young boy climbing on a vase fearful of two mice. The finely executed bronze group depicting an naked i...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Marble, Bronze

Contemporary Long Han Gourd Sculpture in Cream Lacquer and Copper by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long Han Gourd Sculpture Cream Lacquer Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-...
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2010s Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Copper

Gerber Daisy Flower Sculpture, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gerber daisy flower Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Copper

L. Hjorth Ceramic Sculpture of a Boy in Blue
By Lauritz Adolph Hjorth
Located in New York, NY
Great Vintage Danish Stoneware Pottery from L. Hjorth of a young boy with a jug in respite. His soft blue palate and artistry makes this a unique 20th century sculpture. A great piec...
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Early 20th Century Danish Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Ceramic, Paint

Miniature Bronze Statue of a Monkey on a Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful miniature bronze statue of a monkey sitting on a base. Great addition to your table tops and interiors.
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1950s French Other Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Bronze

Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare ornament by Arthur Court. Signed "ARTHUR COURT DESIGNS" and dated "1976" on the base.
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Mid-20th Century American Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Metal

Two Rare Signed Hand Blown Glass Sculptures by John Bingham
By John Bingham
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of two clear art glass orb sculptures by John Bingham, circa 1980. Signed (engraved) "John Bingham" the base of the rims. Dimensions listed are for the larger of the two. S...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Art Glass

Fine 19th Century White Marble Sculpture of “Rebecca at the Well”
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine 19th century white marble sculpture of “Rebecca at The Well” depicting a Classical maiden wearing a robe, with one breast semi-exposed, stan...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Marble

Repoussé Black Lacquer Sheep Sculpture by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sheep sculpture (Male) Black lacquer Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. This techniqu...
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2010s Post-Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Copper

Elephant, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, Hand Repoussé, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elephant sculpture Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Repousse is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique originated a...
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2010s Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Copper

Jules Agard Large Terracotta "Owl", Sculpture, Signed
By Jules Agard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great work by the well-known French artist Jules Agard. He was one of the most important artist working with Pablo Picasso in Vallauris , Madoura...
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1950s French Modern Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Terracotta

Contemporary Hand Carved Crystal Bi Sculpture w/ Steel Stand by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bi Sculpture on steel stand (medium) Crystal Hand carved Steel Contemporary sculpture Limited edition Crystal shapes and inclusions vary.  
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2010s Minimalist Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Crystal

Contemporary Black Lacquer Banana Leaf Sculpture by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Banana Leaf Sculpture/ Tray Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang ...
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2010s Minimalist Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Copper

Contemporary Hand Carved Jade Lima Bean Sculpture by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lima bean sculpture Nephrite Jade Hand carved Limited edition Known as the “Stone of Heaven,” Nephrite Jade is prized for both its aesthetic beaut...
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2010s Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Jade

Unique Modern Asian-Inspired Ceramic Headrest Sculpture with Removable Top
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking modern ceramic sculpture is styled after traditional Asian headrests and ritual objects. Crafted with a sculptural, curved form and intricate ridged detailing, this pie...
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Late 20th Century Asian Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Ceramic

Pair of Glass Bookends in the Style of Lalique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful pair of frosted Horse Head sculpture bookends. The pair could be used as decorative pieces but also are perfect for bookends, especially in a Childs room. They are molded...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Art Glass

Grotto Metal Footed Dish, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of metal footed dish grotto style with men riding giant fish figurines. Great carving details.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Other Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Metal

Contemporary Hand Repoussé Water Ox Sculpture in Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Water Ox sculpture Antique copper Hand repoussé Contemporary Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the tr...
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2010s Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Copper

Hand-Carved Ironwood Pheasant Sculpture – Vintage Southwestern Art
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite hand-carved ironwood pheasant sculpture showcases masterful craftsmanship with detailed feather etchings and a graceful pose. The rich, dark hues of the ironwood enhan...
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Iron

Ochre and Sage Mercury Vase by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Ochre and Sage Mercury vase by Elyse Graham Dimensions: W 14 x D 14 x H 25.5cm Materials: Plaster, Resin MOLDED, DYED, AND FINISHED BY HAND IN LA. CUSTOMIZATION AVAILABLE. ALL P...
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2010s American Post-Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Resin, Plaster

Candle Lit Mask Sconce, 1960s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic sculptural clay mask candle sconce made in Italy. Hand made in an aged adobe color with a place for a single candle inside. Mask has a metal frame which gives the piece a n...
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1960s Italian Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Metal

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand polished agate onyx stone paperweight in black, brown, and red intricate layered patterns Measures: length 5 inches, width 2.75 inches, height 1.25 inches This piece makes for a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Stone

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Agate Onyx Paperweight
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Agate Onyx Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand polished agate onyx stone paperweight in black, brown, and red intricate layered patterns Measures: diameter 4 inches, height 2 inches This piece makes for a great and unique gi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Stone

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Agate Onyx Paperweight
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Italian 19th Century Life Marble Sculpture "Mother and Child" by A. Mazzucchelli
By Alfonso Mazzucchelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and charming Italian 19th century life-size Carrara marble sculpture of "A Mother and Child" depicting a young joyous mother holding her young child in her arms, by Profe...
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19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Carrara Marble

Italian 19th Century Life Size Marble Group "Hebe and Eagle" by Aristide Fontana
By Aristide Fontana 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine Italian 19th century Carrara marble life-size marble sculpture of "Hebe and The Eagle"; depicting a young maiden seated on a rocky outcrop holding an urn over her shoulder and serving water from a bowl to a thirsty eagle, raised on a circular base by Aristide Fontana (Italian 19th Century - Active 1870-1890), Carrara, Inscribed to the reverse; "Aristide Fontana Sc./Carrara", circa 1870-1880. Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth, was the daughter of Zeus and Hera and was the hand-maiden and cup bearer of the gods and the symbol of youthful beauty and chastity. She is often depicted as a temptress tantalizing the eagle of Jupiter with a cup of ambrosia and her body. In her role as cup-bearer she offered nectar and ambrosia and here she holds the cup before the eagle, Zeus' messenger. This sculpture subject matter resembles Bertel Thorwaldsen's, marble sculpture of Ganymede and the Eagle, circa 1817 and currently at the Chrysler Museum, Norfolk, VA. The most notable difference between both sculptures is that, unlike in Thorwaldsen's work, this sculpture depicts a figure of a young semi-nude maiden bearing a pearl necklace centered with a charm engraved with the letter "S". This sculpture subject matter can also be attributed to Psyche, perched on a Stygian rock and threatened by dragons, is rescued from her task by Jupiter's eagle, who brings her a lekythos filled with the river's water. Although Apuleius' story of Cupid and Psyche had been a common theme in European art since the Renaissance, the particular incident of Psyche rescued by Jupiter's eagle was seldom illustrated. Comparable to themes in mythology, Old Testament figures and heroines in particular were popular subjects of artworks in the mid-19th century. Several scenes from the Biblical (Gen. 24) story of Rebecca's meeting with Eliezer, and subsequent marriage to Isaac, were depicted in the 19th century. The most frequent representation shows Rebecca at the well with a pitcher. Other examples of the subject include those by the Italians Cesare Lapini, Giovanni Battista Lombardi and Domenico Menconi and American sculptors Brown, Mozier, and Chauncey Bradley Ives...
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Carrara Marble

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Group "The Abduction of the Sabine Women"
By Pierre Loison 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and Monumental French 19th century patinated bronze group Titled "The Abduction of the Sabine Women" after a model by Pierre Loison (French, 1816-1886), depicting a young scantily maiden being carried away on the arms of a Roman soldier, raised on circular ebonized wood and brass revolving pedestal stand. Signed at the base: P. Loison, circa: Paris, 1870-1880. Overall height (Sculpture and Pedestal): 91 inches (231.2 cm). Sculpture height: 54 3/4 inches (139.1 cm). Sculpture width: 24 inches (61 cm). Pedestal height: 36 inches (91.5 cm). Pedestal width (Widest): 25 1/2 inches (64.8 cm). Pierre Loison was a French sculptor of the 19th century born in the seaside town of Loir-et-Cher on July 5, 1816 and died in Cannes on February 3, 1886. In 1841, he joined the Pierre-Jean David d'Angers workshop where he became one of his favorite pupils. A year later he attended the School of Fine Arts in Paris. He exhibited for the first time at the Salon des artistes Français where in 1845 he was awarded third-class medal. In 1853 he was awarded First Place medal and at the Universal Exhibition of 1955 he received an honorable mention and another medal award in 1859. On 12 July 1859 and by decree, he was made "Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur". Pierre Loison is buried at The Montparnasse Cemetery in Paris. Works by Pierre Loison "Femme assise": Terre cuite (1843) au musée Gustave-Moreau à Paris "Jeune fille portant un vase": Statue en marbre blanc, (h. 1,25 m) datée de 1857 et présentée au Salon de 1859 ; la statue fut d’abord placée au Palais-Royal (appartements du prince Napoléon) ; elle est actuellement au musée des Beaux-arts de Dole ; une réplique de taille réduite est au Musée des arts décoratifs de Paris. "La Halle aux grains de Mer": Chaque façade de ce bâtiment, classé à l’inventaire supplémentaire des monuments historiques, comporte un fronton triangulaire et celui de la façade ouest représentant « L’Agriculture distribuant des couronnes aux enfants de Beauce et de Sologne » a été sculpté gracieusement par P. Loison, natif de la commune. "La Justice assise": Allégorie de la Justice au fronton du Palais de justice de Blois (1847). "Buste d’Achille Fould": Au musée du Château de Blois 8; "Nausicaa": Statue en plâtre présentée au Salon de 1874, au musée des Beaux-arts de Vendôme. "Statue de J-B. Pigalle sur la façade de l’hôtel de ville de Paris "Sculptures extérieures du Palais du Louvre": Pierre Loison est l’auteur de neuf statues qui décorent les façades du Louvre "Figure" (1878) au deuxième étage du Pavillon Marsan10; "La Navigation" (1868) sur la balustrade du premier étage du Pavillon des États11; "Pandore" (1861) sur l’aile Est12; « Vénus » (1865) Aile Marsan13; "l’Histoire et la Vérité" (1857)14; "La Poésie et la Philosophie" (1857)15 deux oculi du Pavillon Mollien, coté cour Napoléon ; "Concordet" (1857) sur la balustarde du premier étage de la Rotonde de Beauvais, coté cour Napoléon. "Statue de Sappho sur le rocher de Leucade : datée de 1859, (h. 1,85 m) sur la façade nord de la cour carrée du Palais du Louvre à Paris ; le modèle en plâtre, offert par Mme Loison, est au musée des Beaux-arts de Blois. "Vierge à l’enfant": Statue en marbre en l’église Saint-Pierre de Dampierre-en-Yvelines. "Jeune romain enlevant une Sabine": Groupe présenté au Salon de 1863 qui a été reproduit en bronze par la fonderie d’art Raingo frères. "Sépulture de la famille Hautoy : Au cimetière du Père-Lachaise, deux bas-reliefs en marbre représentant l’un "La vie de Famille," l’autre 'Le chantier," datés de 1880. "Demoiselle d’honneur de la Cour de François Ier": Statue en pierre exposée au Salon des artistes vivants en 1870 ; acquise par l’État à ce Salon, elle a été déposée en 1891, devant la mairie d’Aubin. "La Paix distribuant des palmes aux génies des Beaux-arts": Fronton du Château de Compiègne (1866). "Daphnis et Naïs": Groupe en marbre (1869) au musée de Picardie à Amiens. "Jean-Baptiste Pigalle": Statue en pierre (1881) sur la façade principale, au rez-de-chaussée de l’Hôtel de ville de Paris. "Gisant de Ferdinand-Philippe d'Orléans: dans la chapelle royale de Dreux en collaboration avec Ary Scheffer. "La Grace": Statue en marbre (1875) dans le grand foyer de l’opéra Garnier. The Abduction of the Sabine Women The Abduction of the Sabine Women is an episode in the legendary history of Rome, traditionally dated to 750 BC, in which the first generation of Roman men acquired wives for themselves from the neighboring Sabine families. Recounted by Livy and Plutarch (Parallel Lives II, 15 and 19), it provided a subject for Renaissance and post-Renaissance works of art that combined a suitably inspiring example of the hardihood and courage of ancient Romans with the opportunity to depict multiple figures, including heroically semi-nude figures, in intensely passionate struggle. Comparable themes from Classical Antiquity are the Battle of the Lapiths and Centaurs and the theme of Amazonomachy, the battle of Theseus with the Amazons. The Abduction is supposed to have occurred in the early history of Rome, shortly after its founding by Romulus and his mostly male followers. Seeking wives in order to found families, the Romans negotiated unsuccessfully with the Sabines, who populated the area. Fearing the emergence of a rival society, the Sabines refused to allow their women to marry the Romans. Consequently, the Romans planned to abduct Sabine women, during a festival of Neptune Equester and proclaimed the festival among Rome's neighbours. According to Livy, many people from Rome's neighbours including folk from the Caeninenses, Crustumini, and Antemnates, and many of the Sabines attended. At the festival Romulus gave a Signal, at which the Romans grabbed the Sabine women and fought off the Sabine men. The indignant abductees were soon implored by Romulus to accept Roman husbands. Livy says Romulus offered them free choice and promised civic and property rights to women. According to Livy, Romulus spoke to them each in person, declaring "that what was done was owing to the pride of their fathers, who had refused to grant the privilege of marriage to their neighbours; but notwithstanding, they should be joined in lawful wedlock, participate in all their possessions and civil privileges, and, than which nothing can be dearer to the human heart, in their common children." Responsibility of the men for meeting the needs of the children thus conceived was not included. War with the Sabines and other tribes Outraged at the occurrence, the King of the Caeninenses entered upon Roman territory with his army. Romulus and the Romans met the Caeninenses in battle, killed their king, and routed their army. Romulus later attacked Caenina and took it upon the first assault. Returning to Rome, he dedicated a temple to Jupiter Feretrius (according to Livy, the first temple dedicated in Rome) and offered the spoils of the enemy king as spolia opima. According to the Fasti Triumphales, Romulus celebrated a triumph over the Caeninenses on 1 March 752 BC. At the same time, the army of the Antemnates invaded Roman territory. The Romans retaliated, and the Antemnates were defeated in battle and their town captured. According to the Fasti Triumphales, Romulus celebrated a second triumph in 752 BC over the Antemnates. The Crustumini also started a war, but they too were defeated and their town captured. Roman colonists subsequently were sent to Antemnae and Crustumerium by Romulus, and many citizens of those towns also migrated to Rome (particularly the families of the captured women). The Sabines themselves finally declared war, led into battle by their king, Titus Tatius. Tatius almost succeeded in capturing Rome, thanks to the treason of Tarpeia, daughter of Spurius Tarpeius, governor of the citadel on the Capitoline Hill. She opened the city gates for the Sabines in return for "what they bore on their arms", thinking she would receive their golden bracelets. Instead, the Sabines crushed her to death with their shields, and her body was thrown from a rock known ever since by her name, the Tarpeian Rock. The Romans attacked the Sabines, who now held the citadel. The Roman advance was led by Hostus Hostilius, the Sabine defence by Mettus Curtius. Hostus fell in battle, and the Roman line gave way, They retreated to the gate of the Palatium. Romulus rallied his men by promising to build a temple to Jupiter Stator on the site. He then led them back into battle. Mettus Curtius was unhorsed and fled on foot, and the Romans appeared to be winning. At this point, however, the Sabine women intervened: [They], from the outrage on whom the war originated, with hair dishevelled and garments rent, the timidity of their sex being overcome by such dreadful scenes, had the courage to throw themselves amid the flying weapons, and making a rush across, to part the incensed armies, and assuage their fury; imploring their fathers on the one side, their husbands on the other, "that as fathers-in-law and sons-in-law they would not contaminate each other with impious blood, nor stain their offspring with parricide, the one their grandchildren, the other their children. If you are dissatisfied with the affinity between you, if with our marriages, turn your resentment against us; we are the cause of war, we of wounds and of bloodshed to our husbands and parents. It were better that we perish than live widowed or fatherless without one or other of you." The battle came to an end, and the Sabines agreed to unite in one nation with the Romans. Titus Tatius jointly ruled with Romulus until Tatius's death five years later. The new Sabine residents of Rome settled on the Capitoline Hill, which they had captured in the battle. Artistic representations: The Rape of the Sabine Women by Johann Heinrich Schönfeld The subject was popular during the Renaissance as symbolising the importance of marriage for the continuity of families and cultures. It was also an example of a battle subject in which the artist could demonstrate his skill in depicting female as well as male figures in extreme poses, with the added advantage of a sexual theme. It was depicted regularly on 15th-century Italian cassoni and later in larger paintings. A comparable opportunity from the New Testament was afforded by the theme of the Massacre of the Innocents. Giambologna The sculpture by Giambologna (1579–1583) that was reinterpreted as expressing this theme depicts three figures (a man lifting a woman into the air while a second man crouches) and was carved from a single block of marble. This sculpture is considered Giambologna's masterpiece. Originally intended as nothing more than a demonstration of the artist's ability to create a complex sculptural group, its subject matter, the legendary rape of the Sabines, had to be invented after Francesco I de' Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, decreed that it be put on public display in the Loggia dei Lanzi in Piazza della Signoria, Florence. True to mannerist densely packed, intertwined figural compositions and ambitious overinclusive efforts, the statue renders a dynamic panoply of emotions, in poses that offer multiple viewpoints. When contrasted with the serene single-viewpoint pose of the nearby Michelangelo's David, finished nearly 80 years before, this statue is infused with the dynamics that lead towards Baroque, but the tight, uncomfortable, verticality— self-imposed by the author's virtuosic restriction to a composition that could be carved from a single block of marble— lacks the diagonal thrusts that Bernini would achieve forty years later with his Rape of Proserpina and Apollo and Daphne, both at the Galleria Borghese, Rome. The proposed site for the sculpture, opposite Benvenuto Cellini's statue of Perseus, prompted suggestions that the group should illustrate a theme related to the former work, such as the rape of Andromeda by Phineus. The respective rapes of Proserpina and Helen were also mooted as possible themes. It was eventually decided that the sculpture was to be identified as one of the Sabine virgins. The work is signed OPVS IOANNIS BOLONII FLANDRI MDLXXXII ("The work of Johannes of Boulogne of Flanders, 1582"). An early preparatory bronze featuring only two figures is in the Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte in Naples. Giambologna then revised the scheme, this time with a third figure, in two wax models now in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. The artist's full-scale gesso for the finished sculpture, executed in 1582, is on display at the Accademia Gallery in Florence. Bronze reductions of the sculpture, produced in Giambologna's own studio and imitated by others, were a staple of connoisseurs' collections into the 19th century. Nicolas Poussin Nicolas Poussin produced two major versions of this subject, which enabled him to display to the full his unsurpassed antiquarian knowledge, together with his mastery of complicated relations of figures in dramatic encounter. One, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was executed in Rome, 1634–35. It depicts Romulus at the left giving the Signal for the abduction. The second version, of 1636–37, now at the Louvre Museum, shows that, though some of the principal figures are similar, he had not exhausted the subject. The architectural setting is more developed. Peter Paul Rubens Peter Paul Rubens painted a version of the subject about 1635–40. It is at the National Gallery, London. Jacques-Louis David Jacques-Louis David painted the other end of the story, when the women intervene to reconcile the warring parties. The Sabine Women Enforcing Peace by Running Between the Combatants (also known as The Intervention of the Sabine Women ) was completed in 1799. It is in the Louvre Museum. David had worked on it from 1796, when France was at war with other European nations after a period of civil conflict culminating in the Reign of Terror and the Thermidorian Reaction, during which David himself had been imprisoned as a supporter of Robespierre. After David’s estranged wife visited him in jail, he conceived the IDEA of telling the story, to honor his wife, with the theme being love prevailing over conflict. The painting was also seen as a plea for the people to reunite after the bloodshed of the revolution. The painting depicts Romulus's wife Hersilia — the daughter of Titus Tatius, leader of the Sabines — rushing between her husband and her father and placing her babies between them. A vigorous Romulus prepares to strike a half-retreating Tatius with his spear, but hesitates. Other soldiers are already sheathing their swords. The rocky outcrop in the background is the Tarpeian Rock. John Leech The English 19th century satirical painter John Leech included in his Comic History of Rome a depiction of the Rape of the Sabine Women, where the women are portrayed, with a deliberate anachronism, in Victorian costume...
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19th Century French Mannerist Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Bronze

After Gaston Leroux French 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of Rebecca
By Gaston Veuvenot Leroux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century orientalist silvered and gilt patinated bronze sculpture of "Rebecca" with a plaque that reads "Jeune Fille Arabe" (A Young Arab Girl - Water-Carrier)...
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Early 1900s French Greco Roman Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Bronze

Glacier Hesse Pasteur Vase by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Glacier Hesse Pasteur vase by Elyse Graham. Dimensions: W 20 x D 20 x H 23 cm. Materials: plaster, resin. Molded, dyed, and finished by hand in LA. Customization available. All ...
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2010s American Post-Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Resin, Plaster

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand polished agate onyx stone paperweight in black, brown, and red intricate layered patterns Measures: length 4.5 inches, width 3.5 inches, height 2 inches This piece makes for a g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Stone

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Agate Onyx Paperweight
$270 Sale Price
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Pair of Acrylic Obelisks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very modern and sleek pair of acrylic obelisks. The pair are the perfect compliment to any space - interiors from modern to traditional.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Acrylic

Grotto Metal Footed Dish, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of metal footed dish grotto style with men riding giant fish hunting figurines. Great carving details.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Other Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Metal

Monumental Metal Wire Face Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning metal wire sculpture resembling a woman's face and hair. Huge impact and presence in person. Substantial metal wire is bent, molded and wrapped in order to give this piece i...
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2010s American Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Metal, Wire

Kiln Fired Clay Sculpture of a Woman, 1980s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Clay sculpture of a disapproving Woman with her hands on her hips. No signature or known designer. Woman has short hair and a slender frame. Glaze finish with abstract coloring and p...
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1980s American Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Clay, Paint

Emerson Woelffer Bonze Sculpture, Abstract Face, Signed, Dated, Numbered
By Emerson Woelffer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice modern abstract Face, by the well known artist, Emerson Woelffer. Signed, numbered 1/4 and dated 1947.
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1940s American Modern Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Bronze

Italian Late 19th Century Belle Epoque Carved Marble Figure of a Bather Girl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine Italian late 19th century "Belle Époque" carved marble figure of a young bather. The seated young girl wearing a form-fitting one-piece tank suit, holding a hand fan, and seat...
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Early 1900s Italian Belle Époque Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Marble

Mid Century Italian Glazed Ceramic Horse Bust
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ceramic bust captures the vitality and spirit of the horse in motion, its sculptural form echoing the elegance of classical equestrian art. Elegantly crafted in Italy during the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Ceramic

Organic Modern Quadripod Bog Wood and Glass Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Organic modern Quadripod wood and glass coffee table. Sculptural natural bog wood base contrasting with the simple glass top (1/2 in. thickness).
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Bog Wood

Pair of Bronze Sculptural Sconces, Table Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of bronze sculptures made in 1996. One male, one female. Each head is hand sculpted with a single light source inside. Sconces taken off the wall of an old estate. Brac...
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Early 2000s American Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Bronze

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand polished agate onyx stone paperweight in black, brown, and red intricate layered patterns Measures: length 4.75 inches, width 4.25 inches, height 2 inches 1 in stock in Palm Spr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Stone

Agate Onyx Paperweight
Agate Onyx Paperweight
$270 Sale Price
40% Off
Waveform Carved Zig Zag Sculpture by Bradley Duncan Studio
By Bradley Duncan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved triangle waveform Douglas fir, paint Measures: 48” x 5.25” x 3.5” 2017 8 LBS Waveform: Burnt with an icon of authenticity Produced by hand in Los Angeles, CA. from re...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Wood

Life-Sized Figural Wire Sculpture by Bruce Gray
By Bruce Gray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Massive wire sculpture of a man by Bruce Gray. Life-sized sculpture floating on rolling cube base. Measures: Just over 7 feet tall. Fantastic detail and presence. Excellent condition.
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1990s American Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Wire, Metal

Brents Carlton Art Deco terracotta/ ceramic sculpture of girl. signed
By Brents Carlton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful sculpture by Brents Carlton , that can be placed some where Art Deco to Modern period . Is signed and also pencil possibly dedicated to the artist's model .
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Early 20th Century Modern Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Terracotta

Sculptural Japanese Keyaki Wood Partition in the Style of Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Japanese keyaki wood partition in the style of Nakashima.
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1960s Japanese Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Hardwood

Charming Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Alabaster Figure of a Fisher Boy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming Italian 19th-20th century carved alabaster figure of a fisher boy. The young boy wearing a blouse, with his pant legs rolled up to his knees and ...
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Early 1900s Italian Country Antique Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Alabaster

Small Blue Glass Foo Dogs on a Base, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of blue gemstones Foo Dogs on a long pedestal base. Great addition to your classic interior inspired and table tops.
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1950s Chinese Other Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Glass, Wood

Folk Art Studio Pottery Bunny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Folk Art Studio Pottery Bunny - We shop a lot and this bunny is one of our favorite finds. A precious little thing with a great spirit and energy. A compl...
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20th Century Folk Art Sculptures in Los Angeles

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Pottery

Sculptural Japanese Keyaki Wood Partition in the Style of Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Japanese keyaki wood partition in the style of Nakashima.
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1960s Japanese Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures in Los Angeles

Materials

Hardwood

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