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Modernist Polar Bear Figure by Arne Tjomsland
By Arne Tjomsland
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and iconic polar bear figure in massive teak.
Designed by Arne Tjomsland for Goodwill Products from 1955.
The polar bear is characteristic of Tjomsland's work with it...
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Large Abstract Modernist Oak Sculpture, c.1960
Located in Surbiton, GB
A large mid 20th Century abstract sculpture carved from oak.
Dimensions (cm, approx):
Height: 82
Width: 17
Depth: 17
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Modernist Brass and Black Resin Round Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing round sculpture has polished brass protruding caps that come unscrewed. The form is fantastic and has organic modern influences. The black is a combination of resin and ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Biomorphic Modernist Wood Sculpture on Rotating Base
Located in Astoria, NY
A Biomorphic wooden sculpture in sinuous curves and forms evocative of the human form, on a circular rotating wooden base. The sculpted wood shows its natural grain. Unknown artist's...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Modernist Interlocking Wave Sculptures in Clear Resin
Located in Astoria, NY
Two interlocking resin sculptures in wave form. Each is made of clear resin that is more opaque when viewed in profile. In good vintage consistent with age and use. The dimensions li...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Modernist Marble Snail Sculpture on Lucite Base
Located in Astoria, NY
Stylized snail sculpture in a smooth green brown marble rests atop a clear Lucite base. The snail's head protrudes from its spiral form shell. Although there is some yellowing to the...
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Modernist Abstract Wood and Metal Tabletop Sculpture
Located in San Mateo, CA
Carved wood sculpture with a Brutalist metal base. This is one of a group of sculptures we acquired by an anonymous artist. This dates to the 1950s-1960s. The sculpture is not signed.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Vintage Modernist Brancusi Style Brass Head Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Period/Style: Mid Century Modern
Country: United States
Date: 1970s
Dimensions: 25″H x 53″L
Materials: Brass, Enameled Metal
Conditio...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Metal
1950s Plaster Modernist Figural Three Graces Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage circa 1950s sculpture featuring a Picasso-esque version of the classical theme The Three Graces. The sculpture's medium is plaster and its measurements are 18" by 17" by 8". ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Modernist Pied Piper of Hamelin Bronze Sculpture
Located in New Windsor, NY
Amazing bronze rendition of the Brothers Grimm tale of the Pied Piper. The artist took a bit of artistic license and depicted dogs. Solid cast bronze sculpture on a petrified wood ba...
Category
Vintage 1960s Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Modernist Abstract Expressionist Sculpture by Peter Chinni
By Peter Chinni
Located in Pasadena, CA
This bronze sculpture by important artist: Peter Chinni, from 1968, is a modern abstract sculpture. The reflective surface of the twist and base produces an element of interaction fo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Modernist Chrome Picture Frame, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Superbly stylish 1930s Art Deco chrome picture frame. A more unusual design and a great Size for modern day use. A photograph can be displayed both sides ( the photo in the frame is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Chrome
Large Art Deco Modernist Clock by ATO
Located in Devon, England
One of the more rare Art Deco clocks is this wonderfully stylish and totally authentic 1930s Art Deco clock by ATO the French clock makers. This clock has a mixtures of materials, ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Modernist Wire and Lucite Sculpture "Acrobatics" Dancers
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Mid Century Modern Welded Wire and Lucite sculpture. Depicting four Skeletal figures dancing,,doing acrobatics,,Very well exicuted,Artist unknown,, Mounted on lucite base (24...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wire
Modernist Cursed Oak Wall Clock by Lanshire
By Lanshire
Located in Buffalo, NY
Handsome Mid-Century Modern electric wall clock manufactured by Lanshire, Classic styling, beautiful bookmatched cursed oak, keeps perfect time, quiet. 30".
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Mid 20th Century Modernist Bronze Cat Sculpture
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Fun piece. Marble base.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Modernist Figural Wall Sculpture/Art by Espada
Located in San Diego, CA
A three dimensional fiberglass wall sculpture of androgynous couples in frontal and profile poses in gold / copper overtones by Espada. Intriguing use of popular new (in the 1960s) f...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass, Paint
Solid Brass Modernist Abstract Fish Table Sculpture
By Gio Ponti
Located in San Diego, CA
Very unique polished brass fish sculpture, circa 1970s.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Modernist Lucite Resin Sculpture with Exploded Clock
By Pierre Giraudon
Located in San Diego, CA
Unusual cube with parts inclusions in the manner of Pierre Giraudon, circa 1970s. Can be used as a bookend.
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Lucite
Modernist Wood and Brass Naturalist Reeds Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
A modern sculpture in naturalist style, unsigned, depicting reeds and foliage. The piece is made of brass and wood. In good vintage condition with age appropriate patina.
Category
Vintage 1960s Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Modernist Cast Metal Bronze Finish Bust Sculpture
By Henry Moore
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Unusual Mid-Century Modern lost wax casting of an abstract figurative head bust. Features a bronze finish made in the manner or style of Henry Moore. Signed "Miway" with an "SC" copy...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Metal
California Modernist Ceramic Bird Sculptures by James Lovera
By James Lovera
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California Modernist ceramic bird sculptures by James Lovera.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Mid-Century Modernist Terracotta Sculpture of a Woman
Located in Rochester, NY
Modernist sculpture of a woman. Unsigned. Circa 1960's.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Mid-Century Acrylic and Marble Modernist Mantel Clock
Located in Van Nuys, CA
High style marble modernist mantel clock with unique acrylic accents and new quartz movement, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks
Materials
Marble
Modernist Cube Sculpture by Annalisa Appollinari, Italy, 1983
Located in Naples, IT
Modernist cube sculpture by Annalisa Appolinari, in metal and colored fabric ribbon. Label Annalisa
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Modernist Crystal Elephant by Olle Alberius for Orrefors
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in San Diego, CA
Very stylized modernist crystal elephant by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, circa 1970s. Signed and
Category
Vintage 1970s Organic Modern Animal Sculptures
Modernist Style Frame, Carved Tropical Wood, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Modernist style frame. Carved tropical wood, 20th century.
Carved wooden frame decorated with a
Category
20th Century Unknown Other Picture Frames
Materials
Wood
Modernist Stone Sculpture of a Female Nude Torso
Located in New York, NY
A modernist stone sculpture of a female nude torso, supported on a black painted stone plinth base
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone
Pair Hans Jensen Danish Silver Plated Modernist Candlesticks
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of silverplated modernist fluted candle holders from Denmark. Clean lined modern look with a
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Candle Holders
Modernist Abstract Twisting Ribbon Sculpture in Chromed Metal
Located in Astoria, NY
Modernist abstract sculpture of a twisting ribbon on an oblong black base. The piece is made of
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modernist Bronze Sculpture by John Jones
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A powerful modernist bronze sculpture of an Athletic male nude signed at base John Jones. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gustel, American School, Modernist Bronze of a Stingray
Located in Milford, NH
A fine 20th century American School patinated modernist bronze of a stingray, signed on bronze base
Category
20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Large, Modernist Bronze Etruscan Horse Sculpture, circa 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Las Vegas, NV
.
The aged patina is stunning.
A truly mesmerizing piece of modernist art.
Unsigned. Measures: Stands
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Raphaël Giarrusso Art Pottery Modernist Owl Paris, France
By Raphaël Giarrusso
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare art pottery modernist owl sculpture by French artist Raphaël Giarrusso, (1925-1986).
Signed
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Modernist Abstract Carved Onyx Sculpture on Brass Base
Located in Astoria, NY
An abstract modernist sculpture carved in onyx, standing atop a base made out of brass. In good
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Modernist Light Box with Sculptural Interior, Signed Briglio
Located in Astoria, NY
Modernist light box sculpture with interior depicting an abstract fireplace against an infinity
Category
Vintage 1970s European Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Resin, Lucite, Wood
Modernist Figures Seated on Lucite Bench Signed Sculpture
By Nash
Located in North Miami, FL
This whimsical and fun small sculpture of three modernist figures sit leisurely on a white Lucite
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Gold Plate
Modernist Sculpture of the Minotaur Abducting a Maiden
Located in Astoria, NY
A modernist flat sculpture, depicting the Greek mythological beast the Minotaur abducting a
Category
Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Mexican Modernist Stunning Silver Malachite Drop Earrings, Mexico
By William Spratling
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your style: Stunning silver malachite, Mexican Modernist vintage swirling dangle earrings
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Luis Potosi Ecuadorian Modernist Abstract Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Ecuadorian Modernist abstract sculpture in carved wood, created by Luis Potosi during the mid- late
Category
Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
1980s Modernist Art Exotic Maple Wood Boat Sculpture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Modernist Art Exotic Wood Boat Sculpture
Artisan custom made boat art in exotic woods (looks
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Maple
Seymour Meyer Modernist Abstract Bronze Sculpture Titled
Flame
Located in Astoria, NY
Seymour Meyer (American, 1914-2009) modernist abstract bronze sculpture titled 'Flame' and was
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Modernist Chrome Picture Frame, circa 1930s
Located in Devon, England
Super stylish 1930s Art Deco modernist picture frame in chrome and glass. The frame has two pieces
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Picture Frames
Materials
Chrome
Modernist Pair of Brass Candlesticks after Tommi Parzinger
Located in North Miami, FL
candlesticks. Timeless and elegant, these candlesticks will work in a modernist space as well as in a nautical
Category
20th Century American Candle Holders
Materials
Brass
Modernist Bronze Circus Ring Le Grand Chapiteau Sculpture
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A whimsical modernist bronze sculpture titled "Le Grand Chapiteau (The Big Top)" from France
Category
Vintage 1950s French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Jack Boyd Iron Queen San Diego Modernist Sculpture
By Jack Boyd
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1960s modernist iron sculpture on wood base created by Jack Boyd of San Diego, California
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Scandinavian Modernist Abstract Stoneware Sculpture
My Shadows
, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
details, the overall daring craftsmanship reveals a splendor rarely seen in Danish modernist pottery
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Modernist and Luminous Clear Lucite Prism Pyramid Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This dynamic Modernist pyramid sculpture is composed of four beveled pieces of Lucite that fit
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Mexican Modernist Salvador Teran Mosaic and Brass Fish Catch All, 1950s
By Pepe Mendoza
Located in San Diego, CA
Mexican Modernist glass mosaic and handwrought brass catch all tray by Salvador Terán (1920–1974
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Rare Modernist Blue Mirror Clock, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fabulous 1930s modernist clock originating from England. You only
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Chrome
Cast Bronze Modernist Ashtray
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pocket objects, or just a bold decorative piece.
Dimension: 7.5” diameter x 2.5” height.
Condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Bronze
1970s Modernist Pottery Vase
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1970s modernist pottery vase.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Pottery
Modernist Lattice Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
Stylized lattice vase with
modernist woven details.
Category
20th Century Vases
Barovier
Toso Modernist Vase
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1960s, Barovier & Toso modernist glass vase.
"Signed."
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Seven Arm Modernist Candelabra
Located in Long Island City, NY
Seven Arm Modernist Candelabra with painted metal and brass.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Metal, Brass
Modernist Glazed Ceramic Vase
Located in Astoria, NY
Modernist glazed ceramic vase, possibly Spanish or Portuguese, with ombre textured glazes in creams
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Abstract Optical Art Modernist Dowel Sculpture, Ronald R. Brown
Located in Miami, FL
Abstract optical art modernist dowel sculpture, Ronald R. Brown
Offered is a tabletop Op Art
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
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Modernist Decorative Objects For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of modernist decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct modernist decorative objects — often made from metal, glass and wood — can elevate any home. There are 2617 antique and vintage modernist decorative objects for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 39 modern editions to choose from as well. Modernist decorative objects have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Modernist decorative objects bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made modernist decorative objects over the years, but those made by Carl Auböck, Curtis Jere and Baccarat are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Modernist Decorative Objects?
Prices for modernist decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, modernist decorative objects begin at $35 and can go as high as $58,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,112.
Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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