Michigan - Sculptures

Not sure how why or who. Detroit artist studio made large cast aluminum claw with sharp talons. Wonderfully eery and macabre. There is a drill bit cast...

White porcelain cubist petite elephant figurine with trunk up Measures: 5.13" x 2.75" x 1.5".

An aesthetically charming antelope sculpture in rich grainy rosewood. Both effortless and valiant despite its diminutive size. Measures: 5.13" T x ...

Interesting fun whimsical carved stone garden sculpture. Base measures: 12 x 9 at 6" tall.

John Glick is well-known for his beautifully rendered functional pieces of art. His decorative pieces, especially his large pots, are breathtakingly powerful objects. Glick's creative genius, however, is most exquisitely shown in this unique grouping of objets d'art. The Wall Hanging has a lovely classical scroll shelf. The objets on the shelf include an apple and pear - both fruits frequently rendered by artists from the Dutch Masters to Cezanne because of their perfectly balanced shape and rich colors. In addition is a small Greek or Roman styled dish used as an oil lamp. The other three objets are mysterious twisted tube-like organic shapes. John Glick, at one of his richest, creative bests. The objets are of various sizes, movable and can be displayed as desired. The size given is the overall size of both pieces and the objets d'art. John was an American Abstract Expressionist ceramicist born in Detroit, MI. Though open to artistic experimentation, Glick was most influenced by the styles and aesthetics of Asian pottery—an inspiration that shows in his use of decorative patterns and glaze choices. He has said that he is attracted to simplicity, as well as complexity: my work continually reflects my re-examination that these two poles can coexist… or not, in a given series. Glick also took influences from master potters of Japan, notably Shoji Hamada and Kanjrio Kawai, blending their gestural embellishments of simple forms with attitudes of Abstract Expressionism. He was particularly drown to the work of Helen Frankenthaler whose soak-stain style resonated with Glick’s multi-layered glaze surfaces, which juxtaposed veils of atmospheric color with gestural marks and pattern. He spent countless hours developing and making his own tools in order to achieve previously unseen results in his work with clay and glaze. Glick’s “Plum Tree Pottery” (now a designated historic landmark in Farmington Hills, Michigan) studio opened around 1965 and closed in the summer of 2016. It was a private studio space for John and a number of his students and assistants. He believed his shapes evolved guided by forces apparently outside his control. This was instinctual, intellectual and due to his openness to change, fusing into what he thought was the most positive force behind a potter’s approach: evolution and growth. Some have called it inspiration. John was not only a major figure in the Detroit creative community, but in the ceramics world at large. According to Shelley Selim in her book on John, “John Glick: A Legacy in Clay” John remains: “one of the most recognizable names in the field of studio pottery – known for lecturing, publishing, and offering workshops widely – and his work has been featured in well over a hundred local, national and international exhibitions since he was a college student in the late 1950s.” Along with this John has mentored over thirty studio apprentices over five and a half decades, received numerous grants and awards for his work, and has been prolific, with an estimated 300,000 ceramic wares throughout the world. He received his Masters from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, working with Maija Grotell, a legendary and influential teacher. Grotell was noted for her deep interest in the human connection to nature’s rhythms and patters. These ideas often grounded her dialog with her students including Glick, affecting, a profund and lasting influence on his future work. This famous Art Academy was designed by architect and faculty member, Eliel Saarinen who collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. Numerous creative artists who are alumni of Cranbrook include: Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, Jack Lenor Larsen, Donald Lipski, Duane Hanson, Nick Cave, Hani Rashid, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall in the Capital Visitor Center in Washington DC), Cory Puhlman (televised Pastry Chef extraordinaire), Thom O’Connor (Lithographs), Paul Evans (Brutalist-inspired sculpted metal furnishings), Eugene Caples (small bronze images/abstract), Morris Brose (Bronze Sculptures), Herb Babcock (blown glass), Larry Butcher (mixed media) and Lauren Anais Hussey...

For your consideration is an eye-catching, forged iron metal, abstract floor, by Robert D. Hansen. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 16" W x 12" D x 42" H.   

Littala glass bud vase by Timo Sarpeneva. Signed on underside.

Well executed and detailed tabletop welded and brazed Brutalist "Garden" sculpture by D. Pascoe.

The UNTITLED portrait sculpture has a quiet yet powerful and commanding aura. The viewer cannot be around or near it without feeling its presence. It has a very classical approach in...

Collection Of Six Italian Carved Wood Urns With Painted And Gilt Decoration

For your consideration, fleurdetroit presents this fun iron turtle from the early days of the twentieth century. This folk art turtle can be at home in...

Handsome 19th Century Bronze and Marble Neoclassical Bust, Great Color & Patina. Pristine Condition.

Vintage Richard Pepitone Mid Century Modern Nude Acrylic Sculpture Pop art resin sculpture by Richard Pepitone 1972 Black and white nude femal...

Charming French Terracotta Bust on Ebonized Wood Base Depicting Young Child. We also have other bust of various subject. Feel free to call with further questions.

Len Norman, American 20th century) the prestidigitator. Assembled and painted whirligig depicting a magician and body sawing act Measures: 23" x 27" x 12".  

This lead sculpture bears the face of one of the most recognizable faces in traditional art. The cherub, or putto has been represented in a wide variety of themes ranging from mythology to renaissance art. Enjoying a bountiful harvest...

A minimal postmodern abstract lucite sculpture on a stone base by sculptor Carolyn Goyette. Signed on base. Created circa 1980s. Connecting curved forms are attached on the stone bas...

Curtis Jere (American, 1910-2008) jump rope. Bronze figure of a girl jumping rope. Signed "C. Jere" along the base Measure: 10.5" x 6" x 4".

Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration this Regal Lion of European origin. Fresh from an east coast estate, this monumental lion statue has mad...

Collection Of Four Mandolins, Some With Inlay Tortoiseshelle, Satin Wood. Great Pieces For Art Work. Sizes Vary. Property from the Estate of Fred and Estelle Spector, Chicago, Illino...

An English Horn Chair and Ottoman Covered In Cowhide, Brass Head Trim. 20th Century adorned with spurs. Height 43 x width 29 x depth 35 inches. Can save shipping charges...

19th Century English Mahogany Schooner Ship Model, Great Attention To Detail. This came out of a very important collection.

A stunning modern statement piece, a large lucite sculpture titled Chisel 33 by Detroit sculptor James Nani. Dated 1993. Dimensions: 23.25 H x 5...

A glamourous, show-stopping, bronze sculpture depicting a modern seated female figured. Signed Betty Jacob 1968. In excellent condition. Dimensions: 16...

Handsome collection of seven 19th century English Staffordshire bust of gentlemen. Range of measurement from 7.5" - 12", Priced Per Bust.

Spectacular bronze and Lucite sculpture.

Spectacular gilt bronze of reclining Roman woman, beautiful gilt finish.

Collection of four Black forest chamois mounts of carved wood plaques. Priced per mount.

Charming gilt bronze bust of a woman, spectacular gilt finish.

Stately Continental Terracotta Bust Depicting A Classical Female Bust. Depicting a classical female bust with laurel leaves around the head, the sec...

Brutalist Mid-Century bronze, T. Mori Butterfly 1962. Spectacular, great color and patination. Feel free to call for more product information.

Striking bronze sculpture of two ladies in the manner of Alberto Giacometti.

19th century Bennington spaniel sculpture of large-scale, very handsome and stately.

Exceptional Licio Zanetti monumental Murano glass decanter very heavy and sculptural.

A 19th century continental turquoise glazed figural ewer with dragon form handle 18" high, great color and detail. Attributed to Theodor Deck.

A pair of gilt bronze horses each in the form of a galloping horse, raised on a faux marble rectangular plinth with rounded corners and mounted as l...

One pair of charming wooden shoe moulds mounted as bookends, comes with four leather bound books. Feel free to call with further questions.