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Period: 1980s
Important Storied Tall Ceramic Pot with Rattle and Handprints by Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
An important ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The story: In the 1980s, potter Lola Rae invited Toshika to her ceramic studio and kiln in Ojai, CA to teach a class. Lola Rae had previously worked as a studio assistant for artist Beatrice Wood for eight years. This pot was one of the pieces Toshiko made on site during the class and workshop. Together with the other pot on offer, they stayed in Lola Rae's personal collection until now offer by us Tishu Gallery...
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American Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic

Art Glass Sculpture Sommerso Fiammato The Cradle of Life attr. to P.Kedelv
Located in Bochum, NRW
Massive Art Glass Flame Sculpture attributed to Poul Kedelv This is a beautiful Art Glass large abstract sculpture featuring a stylized flame holding a heavy glass sphere, reminding us of the "cradle of life." The flames are worked in double sommerso technique in yellow and orange glass...
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European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Maggie Barnes Carved Pierced Organic Sphere Stoneware Art Pottery Sculpture
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Exceptional, unique & one of a kind marked / signed masterwork stoneware pottery 'Sphere' by British artist Maggie Barnes, circa 1983. This is a relatively early work by the Artist a...
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English Organic Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic, Stoneware

1980s Signed Lucite Geometric Round Sculpture by Walter Prosper
Located in Doylestown, PA
Large 1980s round Lucite sculpture by Walter Prosper. This impressive piece displays a clean, modern aesthetic with a deeply cut beveled lattice pattern which captures light and a m...
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North American Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Lucite

Vasa Velizar Mihich Sphere Sculpture Signed, 1989
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Signed and dated spherical acrylic sculpture by Vasa Mihich, circa 1990. The 5 1/2" diameter piece displays evolving optical effects from the blue, green, and orange acrylics when ro...
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Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Mid-Century Modernist Untitled Terra-Cotta Head Sculpture signed Alexander Ney
Located in New York, NY
This "Untitled" terra-cotta head sculpture by Alexander Ney encapsulates the artist’s distinct and evocative Modernist style. Handcrafted in 1986, the piece showcases Ney’s fascinati...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Terracotta

Curtis Jere Bicycle - Bike "Highwheeler" Wall Art Sculpture - Signed 1983
Located in St. Louis, MO
Curtis Jere bicycle "Highwheeler" table or wall sculpture. This art can be mounted to the wall or can stand on a table. Model: 10023, signed c. j...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large John Bingham Handblown Glass Sculpture Centrepiece
Located in South Charleston, WV
John Bingham, Glassblower, Artist circa 1980 Handblown glass Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA Measures: 8 tall x 17 wide x 13 inches deep. One of 2 pieces by this artist we have liste...
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American Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Incredible Large Scale Foundry Mould Mounted on Steel base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Les Hommes de l’Hombre – Robin An arresting fusion of industrial history and artistic vision, this sculptural work features a large-scale foundry mold thought to have served as a c...
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French Industrial Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Andre Volten Attributed Large Brushed Steel Sculpture, 1980s, Netherlands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Brutalist sculpture, attributed to André Volten (1925–2002) who was one of the most important Dutch sculptors after 1945. He was co-founder of th...
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Dutch Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

"The Rust Three Sculptures by Japanese Artist Aijiro Wakita
By Aijiro Wakita
Located in Dallas, TX
Three sculptures from the series "The Rust" by renowned Japanese artist Aijiro Wakita, from a very prominent collection in Dallas The sculptures, were...
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Japanese Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Cut Steel

Architectural Studio Pottery Fountain by Piet Knepper
Located in London, GB
Fountain with two different tops by Piet Knepper for Mobach white glaze with copper oxide details and cracked surface, hand turned studio ceramic . This is an example of Modern Scho...
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European Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Abstrakter Kopf Sculpture by Massimo Iosa Ghini, 1980s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Spectacular abstract head sculpture in aluminum by the great architect and designer Massimo Iosa Ghini, pioneer and founder of the Bolidista Mo...
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European Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Peter Shire Anchorage Teapot for Memphis, 1982
By Peter Shire, Rossi Arcandi
Located in Kansas City, MO
This is a rare "Anchorage Teapot" by designer and artist Peter Shire. Rossi e Arcandi for Memphis, Milano, 1982. The teapot is completely original and shows signs of wear to be expec...
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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

"Sombra" Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff Grediaga, Number 1/6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the breathtaking Bronze Sculpture by Antonio Kieff Grediaga, Signed & Numbered 1/6. The piece is titled "Sombra" or Shadow. This extraord...
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Spanish Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1970s Lucio Del Pezzo Trigon Italian Design Neodada Framart Wood Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
Lacquered wood Limited edition of 100 pieces Original wood box Excellent condition.
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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Laddie John Dill Cement Glass Oxide Sculptural Coffee Table, c 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An intriguing sculptural art coffee table by Laddie John Dill, part of his 'Cement Glass Oxide' series. Can be used as a stand alone sculpture or as a coffee table with optional glas...
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American Organic Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Cement

1980s Heavy Bronze Wall Sculpture L Chaim
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Heavy Bronze Wall Art Sculpture abstract L'Chaim La Chaim Made in solid bronze Unmarked. 9 x 14 w x .75 Preowned original unrestored vintage condition No hardware is included....
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Mexican Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Yaacov Agam — Abstract Kinetic Silkscreen on Glass, Signed and Numbered 25/27
Located in Weesp, NL
Yaacov Agam — Abstract Kinetic Silkscreen on Glass, Signed and Numbered 25/27 Dimensions: W 33 × H 23 × D 4 cm (W 12.99 × H 9.06 × D 1.57 in) This striking kinetic artwork by Yaaco...
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Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Crystal Faceted Tall Obelisk
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1214 French faceted crystal obelisk.
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Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

20th Century Charles Rennie Mackintosh Vase "HouseHill" by Colle, Glossy
Located in Turin, Turin
The original design of this gorgeous Vase is by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Scottish architect, designer and painter. He was an exponent of the so-called Glasgow movement, at least th...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

XL Peter Bramhall Glass Sculpture.
Located in New York, NY
Extra large Peter Bramhall glass sculpture with Black, white and grey internal glass threads. Signed and dated on the bottom.
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American Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

1980s Post Modern Art Copper Table Sculpture signed Organic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a post-modern table art sculpture. Sculpture in copper. Signed "I U Arte". Organic modern form. Dimensions: 13.25" H x 9" W x 10" D Please visit take a l...
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Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Peter Bramhall, Glass Orb Sculpture, 1985
Located in New York, NY
Large Peter Bramhall glass Orb sculpture, titled "Woodlands in Snow" 1985 The hand blown glass Orb has internal glass threads in shades of e...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

1980 s Curtis Jere Brass And Onyx Table Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
1980's Curtis Jerè brass with onyx base table sculpture, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use, there is some wear and a few chips to the base.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Eric James Mellon Studio Pottery Raku Glazed Horse Head, 1982
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine stoneware small horse head sculpture raku glazed in bright blue and white glazes with a black craquelure finish by renowned ceramic artist Eric James Mellon...
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English Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Italian Venetian Flame Table Lamp in blown Murano Glass yellow orange 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Very Unique, and Elegant, Italian Venetian, Flame Table Lamp, blown Murano Glass, yellow orange black in pasta, composed by a black basement with a white line finishes, followed by ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Italian Industrial Style Ceramic Vase / Sculpture by Alessio Tasca circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
Modern, industrial-style ceramic vase (circa 1980s) by Alessio Tasca. Minimalist, abstract, u-shaped ceramic vase in a light brown-coloured glaze with bold line motif. Combining an i...
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Italian Industrial Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Glass Sculpture, Ananke by Ettore Sottsass (1917-2007)
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
Ettore Sottsass (1917-2007) for Toso Vetri d'Arte "Ananke" sculptural vase in multicolored blown glass Memphis Milano edition Signed with a stylus. Circa 1986 Height: 50 cm Designed...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Sculpture by Jean Claude Farhi
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Signed by the French artist Jean Claude Farhi lucite sculpture. Transparent and then red plain tube fixated on a black plastic pedestal.
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French Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Sculpture by Jean Claude Farhi
Sculpture by Jean Claude Farhi
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Abstract Bronze Sculpture Reminiscent of Naturally Emerging Rocks
Located in Chicago, IL
This bronze very dark patinated bronze sculpture by a talented unknown artist reminiscent of remerging natural rock formations. The relation to the natural world is evident. Perhaps ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Abstract Industrial Found Object Metal Table Sculpture, Post Modern Sottsass Era
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great Industrial material sculpture including a huge crescent wrench among other various mechanical parts. Extremely heavy and well made. Made by a local Philadelphia artist, unsig...
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American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Monumental skyhook Sculpture by Peter Shire, late 1980s. Indoors or Outdoors
Located in Kansas City, MO
Large, over 8 feet tall and 5 feet wide, sculpture by artist Peter Shire. One of the original designers/artists in the Memphis Milan Group started by Ettore Sottsass, this is from S...
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American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Steel, Stainless Steel

French Modern Stoneware Abstract Erotic Decor Sculpture by Barocco, 1984
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
French Modern Stoneware Abstract Erotic Decor Sculpture by Barocco 1984 Barocco, is the name of a duo of French artists, Richard Tarone makes and turns...
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French Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware

Postmodern Abstract Welded Steel and Enameled Sculpture, circa 1980s
Located in Peabody, MA
Postmodern welded steel and enameled sculpture in the manner of the Memphis School designs of the 1980s.
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American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Alan Wallwork Studio Pottery Split Pod Sculpture
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Stoneware studio pottery 'split pod' form designed by Alan Wallwork (British, 1931-2019) and dating from around 1980. The heavily made sculptural pod sta...
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English Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Post Modern Table Top Sculpture "Couple at the Fair" by Artist Nathan Kuhn, 1981
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Couple at the Fair", 1981 by Artist Nathan Kuhn Painted Welded Steel Pencil Signed on the top of the Base Artist Card and Art Information on the Underside "a very colorful sculptu...
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American Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Factory by Don Harvey Industrial Iron Art Sculpture Steampunk Expressionism
Located in Dayton, OH
"Factory by Don Harvey measure: 74" Don Harvey is an American Postwar & Contemporary artist who was born in 1941 Don Harvey’s artwork explores the tensions between opposites: s...
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American Industrial Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

1980 Lucio Del Pezzo Metalart Sculpture Italian Neodada Postmodern Design
Located in Brescia, IT
Metal sculpture Excellent condition.
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Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Terracotta Sculpture by Yves Rhayé, Belgium, 1985
Located in Brussels, BE
Terracotta Sculpture by Yves Rhayé, Belgium, 1985
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Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Jean Mahie Bronze Cubist Head Sculpture Titled Veneration
By Jean Mahie
Located in St. Louis, MO
Artist and jewelry designer Jean Mahie signed and numbered bronze head titled" Veneration", circa 1987 from her collection I series of sculptures. Signed and numbered 3/8. An example...
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French Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Marcello Morandini Plexiglass Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
Plexiglass sculpture 20/250 Perfect condition.
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Italian Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plexiglass

Neoclassical Greek Revival White Bisque Porcelain "Bacchus" Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This refined modernist neoclassical sculpture was realized in Germany. The piece depicts a bacchanal featuring Greek goddesses; young cherubic children; and even a bear, executed in ...
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German Neoclassical Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Victor Vasarely "Holle" Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A great example of optic sculpture Signed and numbered Acrylic.
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French Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Plaster of Paris and Resin Red Abstract Totem Floor Indoor Sculpture
Located in North Miami, FL
This monumental and arresting abstract tall life-size floor sculpture is a mixed-media of plaster of pairs over molded fiberglass with red rub paint. It rotates and pivots from side ...
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American Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Fiberglass, Plaster, Paint

Heather Jansch Signed British United Kingdom Sculptor Abstract Wood Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful and engaging organic natural elements sculpture by renowned UK/United Kingdom artist Heather Jansch (1948-2021). Jansch was widely recognized in the British artworld for...
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British Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Driftwood

Arthur Gibbons Abstract Sculpture "Motet" 1984
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large signed and very heavy Arthur Gibbons metal sculpture. It is quite lovely. It is titled "motet" 84. It sits on black pedestal which is a bit scuffed up. The measurements below are for the sculpture on the pedestal. The actual sculpture itself measures as follows: 64.75 inches tall, 39 inches wide and 20 inches wide. Dimensions given below are for the sculpture on the pedestal. This sculpture can be used indoors or outdoors. A biography of the artist follows from his website: Director: The Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts at Bard college, bard edu/mfa. Professor of sculpture, Bard college. Education: B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University. B.F.A., M.F.A., University of Pennsylvania. Solo Exhibition: Carlton Gallery, NYC, 1976. Robert Freidus Gallery, NYC. 1977, 1979, 1980 and 1982. Dayton Art Institute, Dayton, Ohio, 1978. Grimaldis Gallery, Baltimore, 1986. Lafayette College, Easton, PA, 1987. Andre´ Emmerich Gallery, NYC, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1990 and 1992. Art Academy of Cincinnati, 2001. Incident Report, Hudson, NY, 2007 and 2014. Articles/Reviews: New York Times. Village voice. Art news. Arts magazine. International sculpture. Group exhibitions: Artist space, NYC. Davis and Long Company, NYC. Rosa Esman Gallery, NYC. Union College. Kingston Biennial. Art OMI. Guild Hall, East Hampton. Storm King Art Center, Mountainville. Neuberger Museum of Art, SUNY Purchase. Hofstra University. Center for Curatorial Studies, Bard College. Diane Brown...
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American Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Architecural Stoneware Brown Ceramic House Form by Laroussinie La Borne, 1980
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Jacques Laroussinie, La Borne, circa 1980. Architectural stoneware ceramic sculpture. Elegant brown pottery effects. Excellent original condition. Measures: Height 30 cm ...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Small John Bingham Handblown Glass Sculpture Centrepiece
Located in South Charleston, WV
John Bingham, glassblower, artist, circa 1980 Handblown glass Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA Measures: 6 tall x 10 wide and 11 inches deep. One of 2 pieces by this artist we have li...
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American Organic Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Large Postmodern Abstract Freeform Lucite / Acrylic Table Sculpture Signed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful and impressive Lucite table sculpture in yellow and red colored acrylic. The table sculpture features two abstract forms on a thick base. Large substantial piece. Signed ...
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American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

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Acrylic, Lucite

Henri Delanne, "Silhouettes Front and Back", Bronze, France, 1980
By Henri Delanne
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb sculpture by Henri Delanne (1940-2003), artist proof (E.A.) of the "Silhouettes" patinated bronze sculpture representing a deconstructed forme-libre modernist women's bust. Si...
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French Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

An early fine art ceramic by Robert Milnes, late 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
« Cenote », an early fine art ceramic by Robert Milnes (b. 1948). Late 20th century. A museum piece in tones of turquoise, brick, blue, and moss, and certainly taking cues from the I...
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American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Bronze "Sail Boat" Art Sculpture Mounted On Marble Base Signed McLean 1986
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Bronze "Sail Boat" Art Sculpture Mounted On Marble Base Signed McLean 1986 Used, Good condition, View all photos for the most accurate details on condition and appearance. Dimensio...
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American Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Sculptural Pair of Mercury Mirrored Cloches
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and sculptural pair of mirrored mercury cloches. Generous in size, these pieces reflect light beautifully bringing together the different elements of your decor via reflec...
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American Industrial Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Sculptural Sconces by Marc D haenens
Located in Brussels, BE
An important 1980s brass Agate inset illuminating wall sculpture. By Marc D'haenens.  
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Belgian Brutalist Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Brass

Ed Haugevik “UNION” Monumental Abstract Sculpture, 188
Located in Chicago, IL
Ed Haugevik “UNION” Monumental Abstract Steel Sculpture, 1988. Ed Haugevik has established a career as professional sculptor placing his work at numerous private and public sites thr...
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American Post-Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Abstract Mid century Red Lacquer Aluminum Table Sculpture, Jane Manus Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in this stunning Modern Abstract Red Lacquer Aluminum Table Sculpture, in the manner of Jane Manus. This sculpture is all hand welded and lacquered in a beautiful Red color. No...
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American Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Elio Ortiz ( b.1944-), a large brutalist ceramic sculpture , 1985
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A large and stunning modernist glazed ceramic sculpture featuring a double sided face by Argentinian sculptor Elio Ortiz. Inscribed 'E Ortiz, 85' at the base. Born in Los Palacios, L...
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Argentine Organic Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modernist Hand Carved Walnut Oak Dowel Pierced Amorphic Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This unusual and sophisticated modernist sculpture was realized in France circa 1985. It features a demilune formed base suggestive of a sickle in oak pierced through with a cylindrical dowel in burnished...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Oak, Walnut

20th Century Charles Rennie Mackintosh Vase "HouseHill" by Colle, Matte
Located in Turin, Turin
The original design of this gorgeous Vase is by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Scottish architect, designer and painter. He was an exponent of the so-called Glasgow movement, at least th...
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1980s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

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