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Creator: Fred Press
"Faun and Nymph, " Art Deco Sculpture of Nijinsky in "Afternoon of a Faun"
By Fred Press
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This remarkable pair of "faun" and "nymph" sculptures memorializes the legendary performance of Vaslav Nijinsky as the Faun in Ballets Russes' renowned production of "Afternoon of a Faun" in 1912. Sculpted by Fred Press several decades later -- in the 1930s or 1940s -- the Faun captures the bold and sensual costume and headpiece of Nijinsky's character as designed by Léon Bakst, complete with spotted, form-fitting tights, a bare torso and a headpiece with horns in gold. Press was a kind of Renaissance...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Composition

"Faun and Nymph, " Art Deco Sculpture of Nijinsky in "Afternoon of a Faun"
"Faun and Nymph, " Art Deco Sculpture of Nijinsky in "Afternoon of a Faun"

"Faun and Nymph, " Art Deco Sculpture of Nijinsky in "Afternoon of a Faun"

$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Bronze "Virgo" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press
By Fred Press
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Rare mid century Virgo zodiac sculpture by Fred Press, bronze.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Mid Century Bronze "Virgo" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press
Mid Century Bronze "Virgo" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press

Mid Century Bronze "Virgo" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press

$1,000
Mid Century Bronze "Gemini" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press
By Fred Press
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Rare Mid Century "Gemini" Zodiac sculpture by Fred Press, bronze.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Mid Century Bronze "Gemini" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press
Mid Century Bronze "Gemini" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press

Mid Century Bronze "Gemini" Zodiac Sculpture by Fred Press

$1,000
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Mid Century Modern Frederic Weinberg Abstract Bronze Libra Zodiac Wall Sculpture
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H 9.5 in W 7 in D 0.25 in
Art Deco Sculpture of a Panther
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Large Art Deco, black patina, sculpture of a marching panther.     
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Art Deco Sculpture of a Panther
Art Deco Sculpture of a Panther

Art Deco Sculpture of a Panther

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H 12.5 in W 25.25 in D 5.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture
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20th Century Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture
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Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture

$855
H 7.68 in W 3.35 in D 1.58 in
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture, 1950s
By Pietrina Checcacci
Located in Miami, FL
Patinated bronze sculpture made by unknown artist. Brazil circa 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture, 1950s
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture, 1950s

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bronze Sculpture, 1950s

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H 1.25 in W 2.75 in D 3.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Nude Bronze Sculpture
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Figurative Nude Bronze Sculpture. This small bronze depicts a surrealistic version of two nude figures in dance movement. It was probably created as a study for a...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Nude Bronze Sculpture
Mid-Century Modern Nude Bronze Sculpture

Mid-Century Modern Nude Bronze Sculpture

$800
H 6.5 in W 6 in D 3.75 in
Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Sculpture of a Horse
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Sculpture of a Horse in great vintage condition. Measures 11" in width, 3" in depth and stands 13" in height.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Sculpture of a Horse
Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Sculpture of a Horse

Mid-Century Brutalist Bronze Sculpture of a Horse

$1,995
H 13 in W 11 in D 3 in
20th Century Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Faun
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Classic and well-modelled sculpture of a dancing faun.
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20th Century British Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

20th Century Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Faun
20th Century Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Faun

20th Century Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Faun

$4,079
H 31.5 in W 10.24 in D 12.21 in
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bronze Female Torso Sculpture
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern abstract bronze female torso sculpture. This is a striking bronze statue of a female torso. It is mounted on a black marble p...
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bronze Female Torso Sculpture
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bronze Female Torso Sculpture

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bronze Female Torso Sculpture

$3,100 Sale Price
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H 12.5 in W 5 in D 3.5 in
Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture by Pita Hirs
Located in Miami, FL
Abstract bronze sculpture by Brazilian artist Pita Hirs.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture by Pita Hirs
Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture by Pita Hirs

Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Abstract Bronze Sculpture by Pita Hirs

$840 Sale Price
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H 13.75 in W 3 in D 3 in
Rare Mannerist Nude by Fred Press, circa 1940s
By Fred Press
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculpted with finesse and sensitivity, this late Renaissance-influenced male nude figure is probably a unique piece, and is marked with Fred Press' monogr...
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Plaster

Rare Mannerist Nude by Fred Press, circa 1940s
Rare Mannerist Nude by Fred Press, circa 1940s

Rare Mannerist Nude by Fred Press, circa 1940s

$1,520 Sale Price
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H 15.5 in W 9 in D 5.5 in
Marble and bronze art deco sculpture
By Paul Philippe
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art Deco sculpture Paul Philippe Origin France Signed on its base Materials Marble and bronze Lioness and naked woman original patina, very good condition wear and tear. Paul Philipp...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Marble and bronze art deco sculpture
Marble and bronze art deco sculpture

Marble and bronze art deco sculpture

$5,500
H 16.54 in W 10.63 in D 4.73 in
Art Deco French Sculpture of Two Fish in Craquelé Porcelain
Located in Prato, Tuscany
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Fred Press Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Art Deco French Sculpture of Two Fish in Craquelé Porcelain
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Art Deco French Sculpture of Two Fish in Craquelé Porcelain

$582
H 14.97 in W 14.18 in D 5.52 in
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African Tribal Female Head Sculpture by American Artist Fred Press, 1950s
By Fred Press
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful African female head sculpture by American artist Fred Press. Matte black cast metal with nice patina.
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African Tribal Female Head Sculpture by American Artist Fred Press, 1950s

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Fred Press figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Fred Press figurative sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of stone and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Fred Press figurative sculptures, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original figurative sculptures by Fred Press were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider figurative sculptures by Waylande Desantis Gregory, Chaim Gross, and Curtis Jeré. Prices for Fred Press figurative sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,800 and can go as high as $30,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $17,400.

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Questions About Fred Press Figurative Sculptures
  • How do I identify Fred Press glassware?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify Fred Press glassware, turn the piece over and examine the bottom. Nearly all pieces produced by the maker will bear a signature that reads "Fred Press." Patterns can also provide clues, as many Fred Press glasses feature real 22-karat gold paint. If you need help with the identification process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Fred Press glassware.

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