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Abstract Sculptures

ABSTRACT STYLE

Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.

Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.

Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.

Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.

Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.

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Style: Abstract
"Ghost Coral Color Variation", Organic Hand Cut, Laser Cut, Paper Wall Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
"Ghost Coral Color Variation" by Rogan Brown Laser and hand cut paper, framed in a plexiglass shadow box Available by commission. Please allow 8-12 weeks production time. A smaller...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Paper, Paint

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Sled
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made by reclaimed wood, acrylic & oil Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Other Art Fair in NYC, Te...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Wood, Oil

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Scope
Located in Paris, IDF
53 high x 29 x 9.5 cm Bronze on a Jesmonite composite base. Unique Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 884 The natural bronze edges of the “marquise” shape are fine...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

"Hamilton Co. Rockslide", Industrial, Abstract Sculpture in Metal Stone
Located in New York, NY
"Hamilton Co. Rockslide" by John Van Alstine Green granite, pigmented and sealed steel The sculpture of John Van Alstine beautifully, and powerfully, balances the union of stone and...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Granite, Metal, Steel

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - StarFoil
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic on solid maple matte clear coat Scott Troxel draws on the aesthetics of bygone technology and the forward-looking designs of the Atomic Age and mid-century modernism to mak...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Maple, Acrylic

"Windseed", Large-Scale, Organic, Abstract Aluminum Metal Sculpture in white
Located in New York, NY
"Windseed" by Norman Mooney White-Pigmented Aluminum In 1994 Mooney moved from Ireland to New York City and has been exhibiting locally and internationally for more than 20 years. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Over There II
Located in Paris, IDF
Bronze on an oak base Unique variation Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 286A The two faces are extremely different in colour and form On the front side the broad...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Stasis
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made by birch, pigmented lacquer & MDF Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Other Art Fair in NYC, T...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Birch, Lacquer

"Agate 1025" Standing Agate Modern Organic Sculpture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Part of The Crystalline Light Collection, this piece features Agate resting on a Plexi base. With its translucent qualities and layered texture, the Agate radiates a quiet luminosity...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Precious Stone

"From time to time" (pink) - abstract sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Laser cut sculpture is part of Ilanit`s Calligraphy series. It is made of laser cut aluminium covered with automotive paint. As all...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

"Valentine II", Abstract, Industrial Large-Scale Outdoor Sculpture in steel
Located in New York, NY
"Valentine II" by Carole Eisner Rolled and welded steel I-beams Carole Eisner has worked with scrap and recycled metal for 40 years creating elegant, abstract forms welded in steel....
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Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Gotham
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic on solid maple with texture, matte and gloss finish Scott Troxel draws on the aesthetics of bygone technology and the forward-looking designs of the Atomic Age and mid-centu...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Maple

Untitled
Located in Vancouver, CA
Ben McLeod (b. 1948, Aberdeen, Scotland) is a preeminent Canadian sculptor whose over five-decade practice is characterized by a profoundly self-propelled trajectory and the cultivat...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

"From time to time" - abstract sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Laser cut sculpture is part of Ilanit`s Calligraphy series. It is made of laser cut aluminium covered with automotive paint. As all of Ilanit`s works, this work is ba...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Blue Boy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Criswell's dimensional wall sculpture emerged from a study of spatial organization by arranging basic, repetitive shapes into a harmonious balance, while exploring the concept of sim...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Paint, Wood Panel

Small 2 Rods
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Inscribed with artist's number on base
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20th Century Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

"Pointe (kyklos III)", Industrial, Abstract Sculpture in Metal Stone
Located in New York, NY
"Pointe (kyklos III)" by John Van Alstine Slate, pigmented and sealed steel The sculpture of John Van Alstine beautifully, and powerfully, balances the union of stone and metal, whi...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Slate, Metal, Steel

"Struct II", Abstract Aluminum Metal Wall Relief Sculpture by Kevin Barrett
Located in New York, NY
"Struct II" by Kevin Barrett Abstract wall relief sculpture in painted aluminum Barrett is noted for creating contemporary metal sculpture and sculpture wall pieces for indoor and o...
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Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Splendid I - textured contemporary painting, magenta strokes, abstract
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful contemporary high textured abstract painting is great for a classic and contemporary setting. The variation of colors and rich texture would greatly bring a space to life. Tim Nikiforuk...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Vinyl, Wood Panel

Virus Lamp Tripod - Set
Located in Winterswijk, NL
Virus lamp tripod large Our Virus luminaire is a spherical luminaire on pedestals with a color filter attachment for indoor use. The tubular sectional steel has been arranged here a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Steel

Cloudscraper, Fiberglass Figurative Sculpture
Located in Boston, MA
Cloudscraper, Fiberglass Figurative Sculpture by Dutch artist Hans Van Meeuwen Artist Commentary: I express my mood sometimes. Keywords: representa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Mixed Media, Fabric, Fiberglass, Paper

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Thrush
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made by acrylic on birch, stain & satin lacquer finish Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Other Ar...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Birch, Lacquer

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Wedge
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with acrylic on solid maple with satin clear coat Scott Troxel draws on the aesthetics of bygone technology and the forward-looking designs of the Atomic Age and mid-ce...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Tuxedo
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with spray acrylic on poplar with matte clearcoat Scott Troxel draws on the aesthetics of bygone technology and the forward-looking designs of the Atomic Age and mid-ce...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

Grace - Original Fusion Glass Wall Sculpture
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Carolina Karpati's glass-fusion wall sculpture, "Grace," is a profound reflection of her artistic evolution, deeply influenced by a childhood amidst a...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Pair of Windows I
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hand Built and glazed ceramic. My interest in clay as an artistic medium began in 1984. Like most beginners in the medium, I focused on creating wheel thrown vessels. After several...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Window 3
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Window 3 is from a series of 7 painted aluminum wall sculptures. These wall sculptures are abstractions on the windows we use in our daily lives. We look into windows as well as out ...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Window 3
Window 3
$4,640 Sale Price
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Window 4
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Window 4 is from a series of 7 painted aluminum wall sculptures. These wall sculptures are abstractions on the windows we use in our daily lives. We look into windows as well as out ...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Window 4
Window 4
$4,640 Sale Price
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Out West 3
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Out West 3 is from a series of wall sculptures inspired by the open spaces of sky and landscape of the American West. The landscape is abstracted to painterly and geometric forms and...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Out West 3
Out West 3
$2,880 Sale Price
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"Yellow Red Cobalt - Out", Hand Cut Paper Wall Relief Sculpture, Abstract
Located in New York, NY
"Yellow Red Cobalt - Out" by Elizabeth Gregory-Gruen Hand cut 2-ply museum board, gouche This sculptural wall piece can mounted in a plexi box (dimensions: 24" x 20" x 3") Cut Work...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Paint, Paper, Gouache, Board

Out West 2
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Out West 2 is from a series of wall sculptures inspired by the open spaces of sky and landscape of the American West. The landscape is abstracted to painterly and geometric forms and...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Out West 2
Out West 2
$3,360 Sale Price
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Earth-Toned Mixed Media on Canvas, Concrete and Sand, 2025 - Untitled 83252
Located in Bruxelles, BE
This unique piece was made by Roan Van Oort in 2024. With a strong focus on simplicity and timelessness, he consciously chooses natural materials, characterized by a certain fragilit...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Concrete, Sandstone

"Silver Circle" Abstract, Metal Sculpture in shiny stainless steel, silver
Located in New York, NY
"Silver Circle" by Joel Perlman Unique cast stainless steel Joel Perlman has been creating complex sculptures out of steel, bronze, and aluminum since the early 1970's. While minima...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel

"Muse #3" Abstract, Metal Sculpture, Large-Scale, Outdoors, Silver
Located in New York, NY
"Muse #3" by Hans van de Bovenkamp Stainless steel Renowned for his monumental sculpture created primarily for open-air public locales, Hans Van de Bovenkamp has been described as a...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Ceremony
Located in Paris, IDF
57.5 high x 22 x 15 cm Bronze on a weathered steel base Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 870 Unique The natural bronze areas are lacquered for protection against...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

"4 Large Red Boxes" 42" tall Illusion Sculpture, Aluminum and Enamel
Located in Southampton, NY
Only 4 sculptures by Sanseviero remain available for the Summer season here in the Hamptons . We have sold 40 sculptures (See the image with all 40 sold sculptures.) This is one of t...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal, Enamel

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Matisse
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made with spray acrylic on poplar with gloss clear coat Scott Troxel draws on the aesthetics of bygone technology and the forward-looking designs of the Atomic Age and mid-c...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Acrylic

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Response IV
Located in Paris, IDF
91 high x 34 x 34 cm Bronze on a circular oxidised brass base Series of variations Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 694A The sweeping curve on the face is finely...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Nightwalk II
Located in Paris, IDF
41.5cms high x 29.5 x 8 Bronze freely rotating on a composite base Unique Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 737B The cut out is hand cut with a frayed edge and wi...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Sans nom
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Olga’s artistic approach is centered around the elusive concept of time and its impermanence. Rather than engaging in an ontological reflection on the nature of time, Olga prefers to...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Large Ceramic Sculpture White Texture Freestanding
Located in Buffalo, NY
The material of choice for Neil Tetkowski's abstract sculptural work comes directly from the Earth. Most often he uses clay, which he believes is the perfect medium to express his re...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

A New Day Dawning
Located in Boston, MA
Artist Commentary: Actually inspired by that yellow glass. Had to use that color once I found it. Then combined it with more colors. Decided to put it in an off square frame. When ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Stainless Steel

Abstract Ceramic Vessel Sculpture; Creature Medium No. 10
Located in New York, NY
Ak Jansen was born in Dongen, The Netherlands, in 1988. He studied at the Design Academy Eindhoven focusing on textile design, material culture, and techniques of fabrication. He wor...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Clay, Glaze

"Patriot", Abstract, Acrylic Painting on Aluminum Panel by Kevin Barrett
Located in New York, NY
"Patriot" by Kevin Barrett Epoxy, acrylic, and urethane on aluminum Barrett is noted for creating unique, rhythmic, abstract indoor and outdoor sculpture and wall reliefs. Painting...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - ZAP
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made by acrylic & texture on solid maple, mahogany & matte clear coat Scott Troxel draws on the aesthetics of bygone technology and the forward-looking designs of the Atomic...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Mahogany, Maple

"Sisyphean Circle Beijing Series XXXII", Industrial Abstract Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
"Sisyphean Circle Beijing Series XXXII" by John Van Alstine Slate, pigmented steel The sculpture of John Van Alstine beautifully, and powerfully, balances the union of stone and met...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Slate, Metal, Steel

British Contemporary Sculpture by Philip Hearsey - Lancora
Located in Paris, IDF
24cms high x 25 x 25 Painted wood Stamped with monogram signature and uniquely numbered 861 Unique Rotating the sculpture allows the spectator to choose...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Indian Contemporary Art by Sumit Mehndiratta - Nailed it Series No.159
Located in Paris, IDF
Mixed media on wooden panel Sumit Mehndiratta is an Indian artist born in 1986 who lives & works in New Delhi, India. He has pursued Master of Science in International Fashion Marke...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Textile, Acrylic, Wood Panel

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Refresher
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made by acrylic & texture on sold maple, matte clear coat Scott Troxel draws on the aesthetics of bygone technology and the forward-looking designs of the Atomic Age and mid...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Maple, Acrylic

Triple Scribble Blue Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This laser cut acrylic series of Scribble Sculptures is inspired by the gestures and quick mark making found in abstract expressionist painting and drawing, and the whimsical, bold color and shape found in classic cartoon. Ryan Coleman...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Plexiglass

American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - King
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork made by Suede Venetian paint , latex, birch, MDF & wax Scott Troxel has exhibited his work at numerous fairs and exhibitions across the United States, including The Other Ar...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Latex, Birch, Paint, Wax

Paul Wunderlich - Leaf - Signed Bronze Sculpture
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Paul Wunderlich Leaf Bronze Sculpture Signed, Numbered 248/350 Dated 1979 Paul Wunderlich, (1927 - 2010) Born in Eberswalde on 10 March 1927. The German painter studied at the K...
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1970s Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

POINTER (K Back), Industrial Abstract Sculpture, Slate Stone Bronze Steel Metal
Located in New York, NY
"POINTER (K Back)" by John Van Alstine Slate, Bronze, Pigmented Steel Stone, Metal, Sculpture, Abstract, Contemporary, Outdoor, Industrial, Industry, Nature, Orange, Red The sculpt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Slate, Metal, Steel, Bronze

Fractured Series
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Fractured Series Red Abstract Sculpture Aluminum, metal sculpture black base, from the Fractured Series 1978, signed and dated. Paul Sisko has over thirty years of experience as a...
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1970s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

composition 19 - Original Abstract Wood Sculpture
Located in Boston, MA
composition 19 21.0 x 72.0 x 3.0, 20.0 lbs Wood Founder's stamp Artist's Commentary: "Wood wall sculpture. This piece is based on a style I made for the Health Partners' Behavioral Science Building in St. Paul, MN. I work with wood like a painter works with oils and a sculptor with stone. From a distance, lines, shapes, contours and shadows are easily seen but when you move from side to side, the change in perspective alters the image like the features of a face when it turns. If a light source moves, shadows in the piece move with it like the sun moving across a landscape. As you approach the piece, shallow contours appear like swells on a lake and intricate patterns emerge. You can't help but touch the smooth flowing surface to feel the highly finished solid wood. The furniture grade modified tung oil allows that. It also makes my art easy to clean if necessary. The lines and shapes in my art are the natural colors of solid wood joined along curves. No inlays, veneers, dyes or stains are used." About the Artist: Marc Lamm is a self-taught wood-artist who has been art since 1973. In 1996, he began developing techniques which he uses in his art. In 2011, he began making wood-wall-sculptures and has pieces in Mayo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Choke II: Strait of Sicily (Tunisia Sicily) - ceramic - map
Located in Atlanta, GA
This ceramic wall sculpture features a topographic map in black and white. As a self-proclaimed topophiliac, Gregor Turk is known for ceramic sculptures, photography, mixed-media c...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

"Between the Lines" Abstract, Paper Wall Relief Sculpture, Mixed Media Collage
Located in New York, NY
"Between the Lines" by Joan Giordano Mixed media, archival newspaper, encaustic on canvas Museum shown and collected artist Joan Giordano is known for her unique hand made paper sculpture and wall relief sculpture and Japanese influenced wall scrolls...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Paper, Encaustic, Magazine Paper, Newsprint, Canvas, Mixed Media

"Sacandaga River Landscape IX", Industrial, Abstract Sculpture in Metal Stone
Located in New York, NY
"Sacandaga River Landscape IX" by John Van Alstine Stone, pigmented and sealed steel The sculpture of John Van Alstine beautifully, and powerfully, balances the union of stone and m...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Stone, Metal, Steel

Sanctuary 2
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Sanctuary 2 is an outdoor standing sculpture fabricated in corten steel. The sculpture stands well on its own in an open space, or if sited in front of a building will complement the...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Sanctuary 2
Sanctuary 2
$5,200 Sale Price
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Circus 2
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Circus 2 is a wall sculpture inspired by the playful musings of Alexander Calder’s Circus. The wit and whimsy of the circus are referred to in the colors, forms, spontaneity and move...
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2010s Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Circus 2
Circus 2
$3,840 Sale Price
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Find a wide variety of authentic Abstract sculptures available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add sculptures created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, red, purple, green and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Scott Troxel, John Van Alstine, Marty Mackenzie, and Stephen Walling. Frequently made by artists working with Wood, and Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Abstract sculptures, so small editions measuring 0.38 inches across are also available. Prices for sculptures made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11 and tops out at $1,400,000, while the average work sells for $4,500.

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