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Salviati Murano Sommerso Cobalt Blue Italian Art Glass Owl Figure Paperweight
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
owl figurine, paperweight / sculpture. Documented to the Salviati company, with original "Made In
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Rare Large Mid-Century Zsolnay Porcelain Figure by János Török Circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
This striking abstract figure is an excellent example of Zsolnay’s post-war modernist output and is
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Figural Horse Business Card Tray Catchall Brass Bronze, Vienna, Austria, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1910s Austrian business card tray or catchall. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian art nouveau items. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Turtle Figure Paperweight
By Gambaro Poggi
Located in Kissimmee, FL
/ sculpture. The piece is documented to the Gambaro Poggi company, with an original "Vetreria Artistica
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

1950s Orientalist Ceramic Italian Figure of a boy on an Elephant by Sica
By SICA
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This captivating 1950s Italian ceramic figure, signed Sica " Società Italiana Ceramica Artistica
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

CERTIFIED 4, 531 Cts Colombian Emerald Sculptural Carving Of a Horse Figure
Located in Miami, FL
Standing horse figure carved from natural Colombian emerald. This is a fabulous sculptural figure
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Vintage 1970s Colombian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Toso Murano Millefiori Daisy Clover Flower Mosaic Italian Art Glass Duck Figure
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
duck bird figurine / sculpture. The piece is documented to the Fratelli Toso company. The 2 different
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine

1970s Armando Testa Italy one of the Seven Prototype Figure
By Armando Testa
Located in Biella, IT
Armando Testa Italy design, one of the seven prototype figures years 70 to choice. Material; plexi, plastic and brass-metal chrome. Measure high 6 inches, every one is in pe...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pop art "Risk" pink ceramic tank figure, Stefano Puzzo Italy ca. 2000s
Located in Firenze, IT
Pop art Risk pink ceramic tank figure Stefano Puzzo Italy ca. 2000s Signed under the base H 11,5
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Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Bronze Sculpture "Woman s Body" By Ivo Soldini (1951-......)
Located in Ixelles, BE
Contemporary Figurative Sculpture (or New Figuration) with reminiscences of Art Brut (Outsider Art) for its
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Busts

Materials

Bronze

"Encirclement" Patinated Bronze Figure Of A Nude Male Acrobat By Louis Lutz
By Lutz
Located in Norwood, NJ
LUTZ, Louis, (French, 1940-): "Encirclement" Patinated bronze figure of a male nude acrobat
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Johannes Hansen for Knabstrup, Large Ceramic Figure of a Boy
By Johannes Hansen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large ceramic figurine. " Boy playing harmonica " Designed by Johannes Hansen (1903-1995) and manufactured by Knabstrup ceramic factory in Denmark. The figurine are made of dark cha...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figure from "All the world s children."
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figure from "All the world's children." Height 11 cm. In
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

French Waiter Figure Wire Wine Rack in the style of John Risley
Located in Pasadena, CA
The French Bartender figure sculpture captures the essence of a French bartender adorned with a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Stoneware Figure from "All the World s Children."
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Stoneware figure from "All the world's children." Boy with a bucket
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Dalmatian Murano Glass Black White Spotted Puppy Dog Figure Paperweight
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cute hand blown Murano glass Puppy Dog Figurine Sculpture in Black and White Murrine, Italy, 1950s
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure in Glazed Ceramics, Baby, 1970s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare figure in glazed ceramics. Baby. 1970s. Measures: 11 x 9 cm. In
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Helge Christoffersen, own workshop. Unique ceramic figure of a nude young woman.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Helge Christoffersen (1925-1965), own workshop. Unique ceramic figure of a nude young woman with a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Porcelain Figure of Lady with Ball by Designer Luitpold Adam
Located in Praha, CZ
- Figure is stamped by Rossethal - Excellent condition.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Bronze Figure of Csikós by Hungarian Sculptor László Beszédes Early 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Bronze Figure of a Csikós by Hungarian Sculptor László Beszédes, Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ceramic green figure of Sitting boy, Giordano Tronconi, Faenza Italy, 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
Sitting boy sculpture, green lustro glazed ceramic. Giordano Tronconi (Faenza, 1932) Italy 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Wonderful Rare Large Renato Anatra Swirl Art Glass Lady Dancing Murano Figure
By Renato Anatra
Located in Roslyn, NY
Figure
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Sommerso Glowing Uranium Yellow Red Heart Italian Art Glass Bird Figure
By Salviati, Livio Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
olive head Italian art glass hummingbird sculpture. It stands on a clear ball base. Attributed to
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass

1940s OREOL L Oreal Permanente DeLuxe Advertising Art Deco Hairstyle Figure
Located in Brescia, IT
OREOL _ Perm Hairstyle Rare advertising figure Plaster compound Original L'Oreal, 1940 Very
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Ceramic Figural Bird Statue attributed De Santis, Gli Etruschi, Vintage Italy
By Ivo de Santis, Gli Etruschi
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural bird statue - attributed to Ivo De Santis by Gli Etruschi
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Koi Fish Installation Figure by Robert "Bob" Matheny
By Bob Matheny
Located in San Diego, CA
Koi Fish installation figure by Southern California Artist Robert "Bob" Matheny. This piece was
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Early 2000s American Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Striped Green Murano Art Glass Fish Figure with Gold Flecks , 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gold Flecks Acid Green Cream Ribbons Murano Art Glass Fish Figure, Italy 1940s A lovely
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Big Size Brutalist Elephant Figure in the Style of to Sergio Bustamante
By Sergio Bustamante
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960, We offer this big size Brutalist elephant figure in the style of to Sergio Bustamante
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Vintage Bronze Decorative Figure of a Woman attributed to Karl Hagenauer
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
1940s. This item is made in bronze and might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition and ready to become a piece in ...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

20th Century French Painted Ceramic Figure of a Poodle/Dog by Atelier Primavera
By Atelier Primavera au Printemps
Located in North Miami, FL
homes. Whimsical and modern, this poodle sculpture brings a touch of mid-century style and artistry to
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Mid-Century G. Ronzan Porcelain Femal Nude Figure Italian Manifacture from 1950
Located in Palermo, IT
Delightful figure in very fine porcelain depicting a female nude, with intact colors and shine
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Postmodern Brown Murano Glass Fish Decorative Figure by Vincenzo Nason, Italy
By Vincenzo Nason Cie
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Vincenzo Nason & C. Murano, Italy, 1970s-1980s. This fish is made in Murano glass and features its original label. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Postmodern Brown Murano Glass Fish Decorative Figure by Vincenzo Nason, Italy
By Vincenzo Nason Cie
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Vincenzo Nason & C. Murano, Italy, 1970s. This fish is made in Murano glass. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in exce...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Italian White Lacquered Ceramic Decorative Figure of a Woman, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s. This item is made in white lacquered ceramic and might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large, Impressive Danish Private Collection, Figure of Elderly Man Jens Petersen
Located in København, Copenhagen
.) Soren Kongstrand 1872-1951) and Jens Petersen (1890-1956.) Figure of elderly man, Jens Petersen
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Vintage Italian Colorful Ceramic Harlequin Figure by Otello Rosa for San Polo
By San Polo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian Vibrant Polychrome-Glazed with Gilt Face and Hands Harlequin Sculpture by Otello
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Painted Earthenware Figural Donkey Table Salt Cellar and Pepper Mill, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Deruta (Perugia), Italy 1983. This is a hand-painted earthenware donkey that can be used as a table salt cellar or just as a decorative object. It is a vintage piece, therefore it m...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Erik Höglund Figural Art Glass Bottle with Face Stopper for Boda, Sweden, 1950s
By Erik Höglund, Boda
Located in Stockholm, SE
Glasbruk in the 1950s. This handmade piece features a distinctive figural stopper with a pressed face motif
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Modernist Carved Abstract Figural Scuptures by Stella Popowski, C. 1950s
Located in Peabody, MA
and an important figure in the modernist jewelry movement in Taxco, Mexico, working and designing for
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Mahogany

Bronze Sculpture of Two Figures I Capricci by Edmondo Furlan 1960s
Located in Milano, MI
Scultura in bronzo 'I Capricci' raffigurante due figure, realizzata da Edmondo Furlan negli anni
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Murano Italian Art Glass Parisian Woman Polka Dot Dress Accordion Player Figure
By Alfredo Barbini, Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous, and very unusual, vintage Murano hand blown orange polka dot, lavender purple, gold and silver flecks Italian art glass Parisian woman playing an accordion. Created in the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Rare ceramic figure of a Tahitian woman.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Rare ceramic figure of a Tahitian woman. Approx. 1960 Measurements
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby, Rare Ceramic Figure of a Tahitian Woman
Located in København, Copenhagen
Mari Simmulson for Upsala-Ekeby. Rare ceramic figure of a semi-naked Tahitian woman. Approx. 1960
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Lisa Larson Sweden. Rare figure - Birk from Ronja Røverdatter by Astrid Lindgren
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson, Sweden, rare figure (Birk) from Ronja Røverdatter by Astrid Lindgren. Late 1900s
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Art Dèco J. Nador for Zsolnay Two Eosin Green Glazed Ceramic Figure 70s Hungary
By Judit Nador, Zsolnay
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of two Art Déco miniatures, in the shape of an eagle and a fish, in porcelain hand-glazed with iridescent eosin green. Designed by Judit Nador for Zsolnay Hungary, 1970s. Mark st...
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Vintage 1970s Hungarian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Rare Figure in Glazed Ceramics, Boy with Bag
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare figure in glazed ceramics. Boy with the bag, 1970s-1980s
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Rare B&G/Bing Grondahl Large Muflon / Wild Sheep, Figure in Stoneware
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rare B&G/Bing Grondahl large muflon / wild sheep, figure in stoneware. Stamped: KN
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

OY KUMELA - ARMANDO JACOBINO - Art Glass Duck Figure - Finland - Circa 1970 s
By Oy Kumela
Located in Chatham, ON
OY KUMELA (Manufacturer) - ARMANDO JACOBINO (Designer) - Mid Century studio glass duck figure
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

17th Century Italian Figure of Christ with Calcite Crystals on Barite Calcite
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
17th century Italian (Tuscan) figure of Christ decorated with calcite crystals on a barite and
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Antique 17th Century Italian Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Abstract Wooden Wall Art , Women Figure by Cor Dam, Delft The Netherlands 1958
Located in Den Haag, NL
Abstract Wooden Wall Art , Women Figure by Cor Dam The Netherlands Delft 1958 About Cor Dam Cor
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pine

Vintage Hand carved marble figurative sculpture Irene koldorf
By Irene Maria Ganser
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage, modern marble hand carved figural sculpture. The sculpture is a
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Brown and White Murano Glass Fish Decorative Figure by Vetreria Toso, Italy
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Vetrerie Toso, Italy, circa 1930s. It is made in blown glass and polychrome paste. A clear sign of the authenticity of the piece, its age and its creation is the presence of ash par...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Fratelli Toso Murano Clear Red Italian Art Glass Puppy Dog Paperweight Figure
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Cute vintage Murano hand blown red and clear Italian art glass puppy dog sculpture / paperweight
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Roy Adzak for Daum Buddha Signed Contemporary French Crystal Figural Bust Statu
By Roy Adzak
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A serene contemporary French crystal figural bust statue/sculpture titled “Buddha” designed by Roy
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Vintage 1970s French Busts

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Chinese Figural Statues in Murano Glass by Pino Signoretto, Italy, 1970s
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Brescia, Brescia
This elegant pair of Chinese figural statues, crafted by renowned Murano glass artist Pino
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Sculptural 18th Century Italian Gold Leaf Figure of Christ on a Calcite Cluster
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian gold leaf wood fragment figure of Christ (Florence) on calcite
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Antique 18th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Barbini Murano White Gold Flecks Pink Italian Art Glass Bird Figure Paperweight
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown white, pink and gold flecks Italian art glass bird on base figurine, paperweight. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950-60s. The bird...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

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Modern Figural Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of modern figural sculpture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, ceramic and bronze, every piece of modern figural sculpture was constructed with great care. Find 428 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of modern figural sculpture now, or shop our selection of 13 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of modern figural sculpture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of modern figural sculpture made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made option in this array of modern figural sculpture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Jaru, Archimede Seguso and Dora Várkonyi are consistently popular.

How Much is a Modern Figural Sculpture?

A piece of modern figural sculpture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,250, while the lowest priced sells for $55 and the highest can go for as much as $94,500.

Finding the Right Sculptures for You

Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.

A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.

Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?

When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.

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Questions About Modern Figural Sculpture
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A figurative, or representational, sculpture depicts a recognizable person or object.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern day sculptures are typically made with bronze, which is an alloy of copper and tin. Sculptures can also be crafted with gold, silver, aluminum, lead and iron. Find a collection of sculptures from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Rodin was called the Father of Modern Sculpture because he turned away from the traditional aim of sculptors and inspired future artists with his new approach. Instead of seeking to capture just how subjects looked, Auguste Rodin attempted to convey their emotions and inner lives through his pieces. You can see evidence of this in the simple yet dramatic quality of his most famous works like The Thinker, The Gates of Hell and The Kiss. Find a variety of Auguste Rodin art on 1stDibs.