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Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Used to refer to a time rather than an aesthetic, Contemporary art generally describes pieces created after 1970 or being made by living artists anywhere in the world. This immediacy means it encompasses art responding to the present moment through diverse subjects, media and themes. Contemporary painting, sculpture, photography, performance, digital art, video and more frequently includes work that is attempting to reshape current ideas about what art can be, from Felix Gonzalez-Torres’s use of candy to memorialize a lover he lost to AIDS-related complications to Jenny Holzer’s ongoing “Truisms,” a Conceptual series that sees provocative messages printed on billboards, T-shirts, benches and other public places that exist outside of formal exhibitions and the conventional “white cube” of galleries.

Contemporary art has been pushing the boundaries of creative expression for years. Its disruption of the traditional concepts of art are often aiming to engage viewers in complex questions about identity, society and culture. In the latter part of the 20th century, contemporary movements included Land art, in which artists like Robert Smithson and Michael Heizer create large-scale, site-specific sculptures, installations and other works in soil and bodies of water; Sound art, with artists such as Christian Marclay and Susan Philipsz centering art on sonic experiences; and New Media art, in which mass media and digital culture inform the work of artists such as Nam June Paik and Rafaël Rozendaal.

The first decades of the 21st century have seen the growth of Contemporary African art, the revival of figurative painting, the emergence of street art and the rise of NFTs, unique digital artworks that are powered by blockchain technology.

Major Contemporary artists practicing now include Ai Weiwei, Cecily Brown, David Hockney, Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, Takashi Murakami and Kara Walker.

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Style: Contemporary
Spoon to Shell 829 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Spoon to Shell 829 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture Spoon to Shell 829 is from Linda Stein's Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females series, which hi...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

New York Tunnel 286 - Mixed Media Metal Wood Stone Contemporary Wall Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, New York Tunnel 286 - Mixed Media Metal Wood Stone Contemporary Wall Sculpture In the 1990s Linda Stein began to work on a series called Blades, sculptural works that ...
Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Metal

Linda Stein Bold Quest- Contemporary Mixed Media Colorful Wonder Woman Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This sculpture from Linda Stein’s Knights of Protection series functions both as a defender in battle and a symbol of pacifism. The series references popular and religious icons suc...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic Polymer, Archival Paper

Linda Stein, Flirtation 1236 - Contemporary Fabric Leather Metal Wall Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein started her Knights of Protection series in 2002 after being forced to evacuate her New York downtown studio for a year post-9/11. Stein's Knights are shield-like forms ...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Loops (Royal)
Located in New York, NY
Jonas Noël Niedermann LOOP (Royal), 2022 Blown glass 8.50 x 5.75 x 3.50 in.
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

"Por Ahí Voy I, Knife Drawing", hand scored giclée print, metallic paper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Por Ahí Voy I, Knife Drawing" is an original piece by Lucha Rodríguez and is made from hand scoring giclée print on metallic paper. This piece measure 12"h x 12"w ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Giclée, Paper

Loops (Teal)
Located in New York, NY
Jonas Noël Niedermann LOOP (Teal), 2022 Etched blown glass 11.50 x 5.75 x 4 in.
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Loops (Gylden)
Located in New York, NY
Jonas Noël Niedermann LOOP (Gylden), 2021 Blown, carved, and etched glass 16.25 x 5.50 x 5 in.
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Intimate Duo 134 - Mixed Media Assemblage Contemporary Art Wall Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Intimate Duo 134 - Mixed Media Assemblage Contemporary Art Wall Sculpture Intimate Duo 134 is from artist Linda Stein's Brush Assemblage series, where she combines foun...
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1980s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Untitled Bowl (Red) - red, black, nature inspired, textured, ceramic vessel
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Master ceramicist Steven Heinemann continues his exploration of the potential of the vessel, an ancient form, with this series of untitled pieces. The organic oval shape is inspired ...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Loops (Amber)
Located in New York, NY
LOOP (Amber), 2022 Etched blown glass 10.25h x 5.25w x 4.25d in.
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass, Etching

Loops (Gold)
Located in New York, NY
LOOP (Gold), 2022 Blown glass 8.50h x 5.75w x 4.25d in.
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

DRINKING HORSE IV by Tom Hiscocks - horse sculpture stainless steel
Located in DE
Medium: stainless steel. Edition of 8 ____________________________________________________________________________ Tom Hiscocks is a sculptor whose work explores themes of identity...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rozetta Lunapark - contemporary modern abstract geometric paper relief
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Rozetta Lunapark is a unique medium size contemporary modern paper relief by renowned Polish-Dutch artist Eliza Kopec. This relief is a typical example of her preferred minimalist ab...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Paper

Looking for the Seven Seas
Located in PARIS, FR
" Looking for the Seven Seas " Unique Mixed Media 52 x 18 x 64 cm 2023 Working in wire allows Chedburn to draw in three dimensions; creating lines, curves and volumes to reveal the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Earth and Sky Star - Contemporary Botanical Wall Sculpture Orange Maroon Paper
Located in Kent, CT
In this bright and colorful contemporary paper sculpture, a fantastical botanical form in light orange with dark burgundy, magenta and light brown in the center is composed of hand-c...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Handmade Paper, Tissue Paper, Pigment, Pins, Digital, Etching

Contemporary Porcelain Sculpture, Traditional Korean Vessel Form, Deconstructed
Located in St. Louis, MO
Contemporary Porcelain Sculpture, Traditional Korean Vessel Form, Deconstructed Steven Young Lee is the Resident Artist Director of the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, Montana. A...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

DRINKING HORSE VI by Tom Hiscocks - horse sculpture stainless steel
Located in DE
Medium: stainless steel. Edition of 8 ____________________________________________________________________________ Tom Hiscocks is a sculptor whose work explores themes of identity...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Urbanisme lineaire I modern grey black architectural painting relief
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Urbanisme lineaire I is one of the latest contemporary modern painting relief wall sculptures by French-Dutch artist Olivier Julia. The relief is made from dozens of individually cut...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Acrylic

Soul Gate 48 (Diptych) - glossy, ribbon, powder coated steel, wall sculpture
Located in Bloomfield, ON
A contemporary wall sculpture hand forged from steel acquires an expressive undulating form in the hands of artist Stefan Duerst. This horizontal piece is actually two pieces that ov...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Contemporary modern yellow wall sculpture painting relief Yellow F191
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Yellow F191 is a unique contemporary modern painting relief by renowned Polish-Dutch artist Eliza Kopec. This painting relief is a typical example of her preferred abstract geometric...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Acrylic

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Avian II
Located in Paris, IDF
Bronze on an oak base Edition of 8 variations Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 6/8 on base of bronze. Philip Hearsey, born in 1946, is a renowned British sculpt...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Whaea- The Matriarch, ceramic figurative sculpture, female, clay, Maori woman
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Whaea- The Matriarch, ceramic figurative sculpture, female, clay, Maori woman
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Black Orbit by Kuno Vollet - Large Contemporary Round Orbit sculpture
Located in DE
A large contemporary black powder coated steel sculpture. Beautiful on the floor or a pedestal. A contemporary statement piece full of elegance and movement. _______________________...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

BANG
Located in New York, NY
Jonas Noël Niedermann BANG, 2021 Blown glass and brass 7.50h x 9w x 8.75d in 19.05h x 22.86w x 22.23d cm
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - All the Rivers
Located in Paris, IDF
Bronze, painted bass & burr oak Unique Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 740 The natural bronze elements of this sculpture are bright polished. If touched a lo...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Glance Dance III - tall, abstracted figures, aluminum outdoor sculpture
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Two minimalist human-like forms appear to be dancing—their elongated shapes entwined; their ‘faces’ glancing towards one another. This is Robert Clarke-Ellis’s work. His abstract scu...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Memento Clear Cell - contemporary modern abstract glass sculpture
Located in Doetinchem, NL
Memento Clear Cell is a unique contemporary modern glass object made by Australian glass artist Emily McIntosh. This sculpture is made up of three blown clear glass components, small, medium and large, that are all lathe worked with a brushed translucent finish. The artist has been pursuing themes of touch as human memory through marking the glass skin. Her sculpture is focused upon surface finishes that amplify translucency, shadow & the reflection of light within the glass creating impressions of fragility & the suggestion of vulnerability. They are reminiscent of time capsules or cells capable of holding onto transient thoughts and memories, these structures are intended to preserve and protect one’s precious ephemeral recollections that through time may otherwise become forgotten. Emily McIntosh (1978, Australia) graduated with a MA in Fine Art and earlier with a BA First Class Honours in Fine Arts in Ceramic Design - Glass from the Monash Unversity in Caulfield. After her study she spent several months in Japan at the Ezra Glass Studio working with renowned glass artist Hiroshi Yamano...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Small Red Orbit by Kuno Vollet - Large Contemporary Round Orbit sculpture
Located in DE
A large contemporary red powder coated steel sculpture. Beautiful on the floor or a pedestal. A contemporary statement piece full of elegance and movement. _________________________...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Quasar
Located in Zofingen, AG
What kind of subtle and incomprehensible phenomenon in space is a quasar? Who knows its power, its essence, or can describe its form. In my work, the entire cosmos is soft, warm and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Textile

Spoon to Shell 891: Spoons Only - Mixed Media Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Spoon to Shell 891: Spoons Only - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture Spoon to Shell 891: Spoons Only is from Linda Stein's Holocaust Heroes: Fierc...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"Octahedron" Collage three dimensional sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Octahedron" is an original artwork by members of Space 1026 and is made of Cardboard, paper, acrylic, and varnish. This piece measures 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Paper, Varnish, Acrylic, Cardboard

High White Boot 922 -Cabinet of Curiosities Wunderkammer Contemporary Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This work from Linda Stein's Displacement From Home series draws from the tradition of wunderkammer/cabinets of curiosities to highlight the global displacement and traumatic memory ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Birdman 7/9
Located in Napa, CA
jd Hansen is an American sculptor whose work explores the tension and interplay between vulnerability and strength, using human and animal forms rendered in bronze and stainless stee...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Shoes
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An abstract sculpture by Post War artist Tim Hawkinson depicting yellow shoes encased in plaster in a red shoe box. Signed underneath, "Tim Hawkinson, Tim...
Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Found Objects, Plaster, Cardboard

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Home Within, Stoneware by Indian Contemporary Artist "In Stock"
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Gautam Das - Home Within Stoneware 9 x 9 inches, 2023 (Delivered) This sculpture presents a captivating architectural abstraction, crafted with precision and poetic balance. Made fr...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Spoon to Shell 908 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Spoon to Shell 908 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture Spoon to Shell 908 is from Linda Stein's Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females series, which hi...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Green Free Range Critter, soft sculpture, by Kerry Green, Oppenheimer, felt, fun
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Since childhood, Kerry Green has always been creative; painting, drawing, sculpting, and sewing. Her family provided her with materials and encouraged her efforts. She literally grew...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Felt, Plastic

Spoon to Shell 830 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Spoon to Shell 830 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture Spoon to Shell 830 is from Linda Stein's Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females series, which hi...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

"Louise I", Acrylic on Wood, Geometric Abstract Sculpture
By NDA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Louise I" is an original piece by NDA made from acrylic on cut wood. This piece measures 26.5"h x 22.25"w and is signed en verso. The visible florescent glow comes from the back pai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Acrylic

Contemporary Cast Glass Sculpture, Routan, 2024 by David Ruth
Located in Oakland, CA
'Routan' is a contemporary cast glass sculpture by David Ruth from the Chill Project Series. Made from cast glass, the piece is initially derived from textures taken off ice and rock...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Moonflower Checkerboard Lantern
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Handcrafted stained glass ceiling lamp with brass hardware, and decorative cloth covered color cord with wall plug . Pink streaky and white glass. Ready to hang. Multiples availabl...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Flying Bergamot
Located in PARIS, FR
" Flying Bergamot" 2020 Unique Mixed Media 61 x 30 x 64 Working in wire allows Chedburn to draw in three dimensions; creating lines, curves and volumes to reveal the character of e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"Half and Half", Abstract Patterns, Geometric Abstraction, Woodcut Monoprints
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Half and Half" is an original piece by Alexis Nutini and is made from a woodcut monoprint mounted on panel. This piece measures 7.25"h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Panel, Monoprint, Woodcut

"Suncatcher 2" Iridescent, UV print on acrylic, abstract botanical, hanging
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Suncatcher 2" is an original piece by Roxana Azar made from digital print on digital Print on acrylic, nylon chain. This pieces measures 50"h x 16"w and comes with a signed Certifi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Nylon, Paint, Acrylic Polymer

Spoon to Shell 879 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Spoon to Shell 879 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture Spoon to Shell 879 is from Linda Stein's Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females series, which hi...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Spoon to Shell 877 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Spoon to Shell 877 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture Spoon to Shell 877 is from Linda Stein's Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females series, which hi...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Joel Urruty - Floating, Sculpture 2025
Located in Stamford, CT
Medium: basswood, pearlescent finish As an artist I strive to create elegant sculptures that capture the true essence of the subject matter. Form, line and surface are used as the v...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Holding Space - intricate, nature-inspired, hand-shaped porcelain sculpture
Located in Bloomfield, ON
In her lakeside studio surrounded by nature, Paula Murray creates uniquely beautiful porcelain pieces. This creamy white vessel has a tall undulating form. Wave-like patterns that ru...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Fragile Edges, Diptych, original, sculpture, thread, contemporary
Located in Deddington, GB
Stained porcelain shards on wood set in a round. Dark blues to pale blues to white. Julie Massie has always taken inspiration for her artwork is from the Dorset Coastline which is a ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Clay, Porcelain, Board

Blades 197 - Mixed Media Metal Wood Contemporary Art Museum Wall Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Blades 197 - Mixed Media Metal Wood Contemporary Art Museum Wall Sculpture In the 1990s Linda Stein began to work on a series called Blades, sculptural works that incor...
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1990s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"Cardinal" Abstract Steel Sculpture
Located in Westport, CT
This free-standing sculpture of a vibrant red abstracted cardinal bird by Jeffie Brewer is made with powder coated steal. Two cut-out circular eyes are situated on the bird's face, w...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Spoon to Shell 914 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Spoon to Shell 914 - Mixed Media Shell Wood Contemporary Assemblage Sculpture Spoon to Shell 914 is from Linda Stein's Holocaust Heroes: Fierce Females series, which hi...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Kinetic Sculpture
By Bruce Stillman
Located in Long Island City, NY
A steel sculpture by Bruce Stillman from 1980. A kinetic sculpture with rotating components perched atop a whimsically modernist base. Artist: Bruc...
Category

1980s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Linda Stein, Knight of Courage 655 - Contemporary Mixed Media Fashion Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Knight of Courage 655 is from Linda Stein's Body-Swapping Armor series. These wearable sculptures are ambiguous and androgynous in form, allowing the wearer to explore new and differ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

"A Disclosing Form 1610", Abstract Ceramic Sculpture, Glazed Surface, Porcelain
Located in St. Louis, MO
Japanese artist Harumi Nakashima creates free-form ceramic sculptures that feature organic, yet psychedelic characteristics. Nakashima, mostly known for beautifully structured, odd g...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Glaze

"Maquette" Abstract Bronze Sculpture 10" x 7" x 2" inch by Sarkis Tossonian
Located in Culver City, CA
"Maquette" Abstract Bronze Sculpture 10" x 7" x 2" inch by Sarkis Tossonian Sarkis Tossoonian was born in Alexandria in 1953. He graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts/Sculpture in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Blue Orbit by Kuno Vollet - Large Contemporary Round Orbit sculpture
Located in DE
A large contemporary blue steel sculpture. Beautiful on the floor or a pedestal. A contemporary statement piece full of elegance and movement. ______________________________________...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

On Point - bright, glossy, green, smooth surfaced, abstract, wall sculpture
Located in Bloomfield, ON
As glossy and reflective as the finish on a sleek corvette, this electric green, geometric wall sculpture by Lori Cozen-Geller is inspired by California car culture, 1960’s minimalis...
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Laminate, Wood, Automotive Paint

Division 233 - Mixed Media Metal Wood Bone Stone Contemporary Art Wall Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Linda Stein, Division 233 - Mixed Media Metal Wood Bone Stone Contemporary Art Wall Sculpture In the 1990s Linda Stein began to work on a series called Blades, sculptural works that...
Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Metal

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