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Item Ships From: San Diego
Modernist Soapstone Owl Sculpture Paper-weight
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical modernist soapstone owl sculpture circa 1980's great gift for a collector.
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20th Century Kenyan Post-Modern San Diego - Sculptures

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Soapstone

Mexican Listed Artist James Pinto Abstract Bronze Sculpture, circa 1960s
By James Pinto
Located in San Diego, CA
Great abstract bronze sculpture by Mexican listed artist James Pinto, circa 1960s. The sculpture is made of solid bronze and is signed by the artist. Great form and displays well. Me...
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1960s Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of White Porcelain Elephant Sculptures by Royal Dux
By Royal Dux
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of white porcelain elephant sculptures by Royal Dux of the Czech Republic, circa 1970s. Impressive detail and a stunning high g...
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Late 20th Century Czech San Diego - Sculptures

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Porcelain

1963 Joseph Kurhajec Wood Abstract Wall Assemblage Sculpture Listed Artist
Located in San Diego, CA
Very early abstract assemblage wall sculpture by listed artist Joseph Kurhajec, circa 1963. The assemblage is signed in the lower corner and then on th...
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Mid-20th Century San Diego - Sculptures

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Wood

1960s Studio Art Pottery Stoneware Elephant and Tiny Bird
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents MCM Studio Art Pottery Adorable Elephant with Bird stoneware speckled hand thrown glazed pottery style of Lisa Larson 6 d x 3.88 w x 7.25 h Preowned vintage conditi...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Adolf Odorfer Sculpture
By Adolf Odorfer
Located in San Diego, CA
Carved wood and painted figure by Austrian born ceramic artist, painter and sculptor Adolf Odorfer. Odorfer settled in Fresno, CA after leaving Vienna and spending time in Brazil, Me...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Hand-Carved Soapstone "Happy Buddha" Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A really nice hand-carved soapstone "Happy Buddha" sculpture , circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition a few small chips at the base and measures 3.5"W x 2.5"D x 4"H. A laughing Buddha is the ultimate symbol of happiness, taking away any problem, symbolizing good fortune and wealth in both life and career as well as total life fulfillment. A really cool sculpture...
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Mid-20th Century Asian San Diego - Sculptures

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Soapstone

1970s Heidi Caillard Handmade Ceramic Quail Caille Lussan France
By Roger Capron
Located in Chula Vista, CA
French Art Pottery handmade Quail figurine Caille France signed Caille Heidi Caillard Southern France  French ceramic 4.5 h x 7 d x 4 w Preowned Original vintage condition original c...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Burl

Rugged Petrified Wood Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A really nice piece of rugged petrified wood, circa pre-history. Brightly colored tan, brown and cream tones with naturally formed patterns caused by fossilization over millions of ...
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Organic Modern Antique San Diego - Sculptures

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Petrified Wood

Stylized Black Crystal Polar Bear Sculpture by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous stylized black crystal polar bear sculpture by Baccarat, circa 1980s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has great clarity. Signed on the ...
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Late 20th Century French San Diego - Sculptures

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Crystal

Whimsical Brass & Wood Sculpture in the Style of Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple and beautiful welded brass sculpture of a butterflies flying sitting on solid wood base unsigned circa 1970s well-done piece .
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Modernist Porcelain Bull Sculpture 1970's
By (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant modernist black glossy porcelain finish ceramic bull in Picasso style.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

1970s Mathias Goeritz Abstract Bronze Serpent Sculpture Animal Pedregal Mexico
By Mathias Goeritz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Mathias Goeritz Abstract Bronze Serpent Sculpture Animal del Pedregal Mexico Made in Mexico. Unsigned. No COA available. Attribution Mathias Go...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Crystal Stylized Monkey Sculpture by Katherine De Sousa for Val Saint Lambert
By Val Saint Lambert, Katherine De Sousa 1
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous crystal stylized monkey sculpture by Katherine De Sousa for Val Saint Lambert, circa 1990s. The piece is signed on the underside and measures a 2.25"...
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Late 20th Century Belgian San Diego - Sculptures

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Crystal

Midcentury Relief Wall Art Ceramic Pottery Sculpture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Midcentury Relief Wall Art Ceramic Pottery Sculpture 14.13 x 19.25 x 3.5 d Preowned original vintage refer to images provided
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Small Bronze Verdigris Swordfish / Marlin Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice small bronze verdigris swordfish / marlin sculpture on marble base, circa 1990s. The piece has a wonderful patina and measures 5.5"W x 3.5"D x 9.5"H; the marble base is 3.5"D....
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20th Century Japanese San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Vintage Geode Quartz Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Admired since ancient times, natural quartz is prized for its extraordinary natural design. These vintage 1970s gems are polished and present the beautiful array of tan and brown col...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Quartz

1980s Mathias Goeritz Abstract Cross in Copper
By Mathias Goeritz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Mathias Goeritz Sculptural Cross Copper stamped Mathias Goeritz. No COA is available. 6.25 H x 4 W x 2.5 D Original vintage preowned unrestored condition. Refer to all images.  
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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

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Copper

Vintage Figure Set of Miniature Terracotta Chinese Xian Warriors
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of Terracotta sculptures representing Xian Warriors. This set of figures is incredibly detailed and presents 4 warriors and a horse. Intrica...
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1960s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

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Clay

Vintage Rare Brass Dolphin Sculpture Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of weighted brass dolphin sculpture bookends. These pieces demand attention and the patina on brass is rich. The dolphin sculptures showcase beauty, strength and vital...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Large Sommerso Art Glass Polar Bear Sculpture by Murano Glass
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice sommerso art glass polar bear sculpture by Murano, circa 1970s. The outline of the sculpture is clear blown glass with a bright white inner core. The piece is in very goo...
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Late 20th Century Italian San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Small Bronze Dolphins Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice small bronze dolphins sculpture on a green marble base, circa 1990s. The piece has a wonderful patina and measures 4"W x 3"D x 5.75"H;...
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20th Century Japanese San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Chinese Bronze "Happy Buddha" Sculpture / Incense Burner
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice Chinese bronze "Happy Buddha" sculpture / incense burner circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 4.5"W x 5"D x 4.25"H. A laughing or happy B...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese San Diego - Sculptures

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Bronze

Small Modernist Crystal Obelisk
Located in San Diego, CA
Small modernist crystal obelisk / paperweight, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 1.675"W x 1.675"D x 9.75"H. #4423
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Late 20th Century American Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

MCM Figural Sculpture on Walnut Base Entitled "'78 Condensed Bull" by Ken Vares
By Ken Vares
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid-century figural bull sculpture on solid wood base entitled "'78 Condensed Bull" by listed California artist Ken Vares, circa 1967. The piece is portrays a standing bull, it is we...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Figurative Metal Man & Woman Sculptures in the Style of Giacometti
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of brutalist figurative welded string metal man & woman sculptures in the style of Giacometti, circa 1970s. The sculptures sit on distressed metal bases that are 4"W x 4"D x 4"H...
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Late 20th Century American Brutalist San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Patinated Sculpture Art Bronze Dragon
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Patinated Sculpture Art Bronze Dragon green patina unmarked in the style of Han Vo California 3.13 h x 3.13 w x 3.5 d Preowned vintage condition Refer to images listed
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Late 20th Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Patinated Bronze Figurative Sculptures in the Style of Sydney Kumalo
Located in San Diego, CA
A super cool pair of patinated bronze figurative sculptures in the style of renowned South African sculptor/ artist Sydney Kumalo, circa 1960s. The minimalist and modern complementin...
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Mid-20th Century South African Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Articulated Japanese Crawfish / Lobster Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage articulated Japanese crawfish / lobster sculpture, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 13.75"W x 4.25"D 2"H. The sculpture is well detailed...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Metal

1950s Pepe Mendoza Wall Screen Sculpture Bronze & Malachite Mexico
By Pepe Mendoza
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexican Modernism Pepe Mendoza Patinated Bronze and Malachite Beaded Wheel Wall Sculpture Mexico 1950s Maker stamped Pepe Mendoza. Two sculptures are available Listing is per one. W...
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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

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Malachite, Bronze

Beautiful Bronze Bell by Paolo Soleri
By Paolo Soleri
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful bronze Cosanti bell by Paolo Soleri. Uncommon shape and design. Fantastic patina and a great sound. Signed. A unique piece from a celebrated art...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural Modern Lucite Block
Located in San Diego, CA
A thick sculptural modern lucite block, circa 1970s. The piece is in good vintage condition and measures 8"W x 10"D x 2"H. Could be used as a shelf or platform or just a cool decor...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

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Lucite

Hand Carved Soapstone Owls Sculpture / Paperweight in the Style of Glenn Heath
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand carved soapstone owls sculpture / paperweight in the style of Glenn Heath, circa 1980s. The owl is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 3"W x 1"D ...
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Late 20th Century American Brutalist San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Vintage Pair of Native American Profile Onyx Stone Bookends
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of onyx bookends. These beautiful pieces are carved in the profiles of native american characters.. The onyx veining and translucent beauty comes thru while the carvin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

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Onyx

Large Raku Pottery Cat on Lucite Base by Tony Evans
By Tony Evans
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice large raku pottery sitting cat on lucite base by noted artist Tony Evans, circa 1980s. The piece is signed on the base and extremely well crafted; it has wonderful green ...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern San Diego - Sculptures

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Pottery, Lucite

Original Vintage Curtis Jere Ship Boat Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Signed original Curtis Jere large wall sculpture. Incredible piece full of detail. In classic Jere style, this art piece encapsulates...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Small Modernist Cast Iron Cat Sculpture by Taxco of Mexico
By Taxco
Located in San Diego, CA
Small modernist cast iron cat sculpture by Taxco of Mexico, circa 1970s. The piece measures 4"W x 1.5"D x 6"H and is in very good vintage condition. It is signed on the reverse. Rare...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

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Iron

Modern Art Bronze Gourd Sculpture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Bronze Gourd Art Sculpture 11.38 h x 6.5 diameter Original vintage Refer to listed images
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

MCM Cut Steel Rotating Abstract Sculpture by James Hubbell
By James Hubbell
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool MCM cut steel rotating abstract sculpture by James Hubbell, circa 1970s. The sculptural piece is made of dark cut steel that is welded into a diamond shape on a heavy steel base. The piece is in good condition with a vintage patina and measures 13.5"W x 6.25"D x 15.75"H. It can rotate a full 360 degrees. The piece is not signed; there was authentication paperwork that cannot be found. It was purchased in San Diego, CA (the artists hometown) in the early 1970s. #2967 James "Jim" Hubbell (born 1931 in Mineola, New York is a visual artist, architect, sculptor, stained-glass designer and founder of the Ilan-Lael Foundation. He is best known for designing and building organic-style structures that have been referred to as Hobbit houses, including his sculptural home/compound in Julian, CA (outside of San Diego). A reverence for nature remains the basis of James Hubbell’s singular career, one that seamlessly integrates art, craft and architecture. Hubbell studied sculpture at Cranbrook Academy of Art and often worked with labor-intensive, ancient techniques like wrought iron and stained glass in a contemporary architectural context. During the 1960s and 70s Hubbell’s work was included in the prestigious series of California Design exhibitions at the Pasadena Art Museum and the Arts of Southern California series at the Long Beach Museum of Art, as well as at the Museum of Contemporary Crafts in New York. His forged iron work was featured in Craft Horizons magazine...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

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Cut Steel

Pair of 18th Century Carved Fragment on Stands
Located in Vista, CA
Pair of 18th century carved fragment on stands Wood Carved Gilt scroll acanthus leaf architectural ornamentation mounted on wood and granite stone stands.
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18th Century French French Provincial Antique San Diego - Sculptures

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Giltwood

Spaghetti Sculpture of Don Quixote by Roberto Nischli
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage spaghetti sculpture of Don Quixote by Roberto Nischli, circa 1990s. This handmade ceramic sculpture has a metallic painted bronze finish and a wonderful Brutalist look. The p...
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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

French Art Deco Nude Dancer Sculpture by J.E. Descomps Cormier
By Joe Descomps Cormier
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely gorgeous French Art Deco nude dancer sculpture by J.E. Descomps Cormier, circa 1940s. The piece is 9.5"W x 5.5"D x 19"H and sits on a ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate, Bronze

1960s Tapio Wirkkala for Venini Art Glass Egg Sculpture Italy
By Venini, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
glass art egg designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Venini. Includes original mounting stand. Signed on the bottom from Italy 2.75 tall x 2diameter, Base .25H x 1.5in diameter. Original v...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Vintage Mid Century Ceramic Owl Sculpture by Jaru California Pottery
By Jaru, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage piece of pottery by Jaru California Pottery. This incredible and unique representation of an owl by Jaru is both endearing and whimsical. The simplified shape an...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Marg Loring Sgraffito Etched Ceramic Owl Sculpture
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ceramic owl by Allied Craftsman founding member Marg Loring of Point Loma, Ca
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Solid Figural Elephant Puzzle / Sculpture in Walnut by Deborah D. Bump
By Deborah Bump
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible craftsmanship on this very hard to find solid staved walnut elephant puzzle / paperweight / sculpture designed and handcrafted by artist Deborah Bump, circa 1978. The piec...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

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Walnut

Venetian Abstract Solid Walnut Forcola 'Oarlock' Sculpture by Giuseppe Carli
By Giuseppe Carli
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful Venetian abstract solid walnut "Forcola (Oarlock)" sculpture by Giuseppe Carli, circa 1972. Carli is recognized as one of Venice, Italy's foremost "Remeri", an elite grou...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

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Walnut

Vintage Art Glass Dachshund Dog Sculpture by Archimede Seguso for Murano Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
A wonderful vintage whimsical art glass dachshund dog sculpture by Archimede Seguso for Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Hand Carved Elephant Sculptures on Bases in White Jade
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of hand carved white jade elephant sculptures on bases, circa 1960s. Impressive detail and a stunning high gloss finish with deep...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Jade

Vintage Art Glass Turtle Sculpture by Murano Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
A wonderful vintage art glass turtle sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 4.75"W x 2.75"D x 2"H. Original "Murano - Made ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Impressive Hand-Carved Wooden Buddha
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and impressive hand carved wooden (I beleive mahogany) Buddha from Thailand, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 11.75" W x 5" D x 20.5"...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1940s Erphila German Horse Figurine White Porcelain Gold Trim
By Erphila
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1886 established Erphila Germany White Porcelain & Gold Trim Horse Figurine handcrafted Germany stamped by maker 4.25t x 2 w x 5 d Preowned vintage condition Refer to images
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

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Porcelain

Whimsical Blown Glass Bubble Rooster 1970's
By Arte Nuova Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical glass rooster sculpture in amber and red blown glass bubble body very cool and unique, circa 1970's.
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Stylized Crystal Penguin Sculpture by Daum, France
By Daum
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylized crystal penguin sculpture by Daum France, circa 1980s. The etched signature reads "Daum France" and the sculpture is in very good condition with no chips or scratches. The p...
Category

Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Whimsical Pair of Crystal Owls / Paperweights by Royal Krona of Sweden
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical pair of crystal owls / paperweights by Royal Krona of Sweden, circa 1970's. The owls are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks an measure 2.25"W x 2"D x 3...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Gaston Lachaise Alva Moa Sculpture Marble Base Philadelphia Museum
By Gaston Lachaise
Located in San Diego, CA
Gaston Lachaise for Alva Studios abstracted insect sculpture for the Philadelphia Museum of art. Black marble base. Retains the original foil label. S...
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1960s American Vintage San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass Paper Way Fish Aquarium
By Arte Nuova Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful double-sided glass fish aquarium by Italian Murano. Nice condition, no chips or cracks.
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of MCM Cubist Cat Sculptures by Universal Statuary Corp
By Universal Statuary Corp.
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool pair of MCM cubist cat sculptures by Universal Statuary Corp, circa 1960s. They are in original condition with a fine patina and a few ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern San Diego - Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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