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Modern Animal Sculptures

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
20th century decorative leather model of a crocodile
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century decorative leather model of a crocodile circa 1990. Approximately half scale novelty item, depicting a crocodile with it's head raised in an aggressive stance.  Clad in...
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Late 20th Century English Modern Animal Sculptures

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Leather

Jaguar Sculpture in Wood
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Impressive sculpture of a female Brazilian jaguar made in a huge single wood block. This piece was exceptionally well-executed, made in the 1930/1940'...
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1930s Brazilian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Kenneth Breeze Studio Pottery Chess Sculpture Installation
By Kenneth Breeze
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and stylish Kenneth Breeze Studio Pottery chess pieces and board sculptural installation comprising of six chess pieces and a hand-painted cut-out board. The chess pieces ...
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Early 2000s Modern Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

C20th Bronze Sculpture of a Pair of Dogs possibly by Jules Moigniez
Located in London, GB
A Lovely Large Bronze Sculpture of two Hunting Dogs This Sculpture is like by Jules Moigniez It portrays two dogs possibly Pointers or Retriever
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20th Century Unknown Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Hand Carved Rosewood Hammerhead Shark
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine carved hammerhead shark executed in vividly grained exotic hardwood on naturalistic stand.
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1990s Canadian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Zebra Wood

"Little Green" Fluo Murano Glass Jellyfish, Venice, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. The speci...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Vintage Leather Gorilla Modern Sculpture Style of Dimitri Omersa, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A extra ordinary sculpture in leather in the style of Dimitri Omersa, Unmarked. Brown tones, Glass eyes leather over a sculpted form. Preowned original good vintage condition. A nic...
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1980s Austrian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Leather, Wood

Mid-Century L. Rosin (attr.) Murano Glass Stylized Woman s Body, Italy, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Delightful sculpture depicting a stylized woman's body in smoky green Murano glass on a cubic black glass pedestal. The artwork, created in the 1970s, can be attributed to the Murano...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

"Crystal Gold" Jellyfish, Murano Glass, Handmade Italy, 2025 Centerpiece
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. Glass fus...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Small Chinese Zodiac Head Busts
Located in Greenwich, CT
These small Chinese Zodiac head busts were handcrafted and designed from the Netherlands and feature sculptural busts of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodi...
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2010s Dutch Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Susan Rowland Modern Painted Bronze Horse Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in Miami, FL
Modern painted bronze horse sculpture hand-crafted by Susan Rowland (American, b. 1940). The horse has horsetail hair on its head and metal added to its...
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20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Pair of Pewter Dogs, Mother and Pup
Located in Warrenton, OR
Vintage Pair of Pewter Dogs, Mother and Pup We are told these are cast pewter but cannot be sure -- it's possible they are some sort of other metal? Please keep our uncertainty abou...
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Mid-20th Century English Modern Animal Sculptures

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Pewter, Metal

Daum Art Glass Buffalo Sculpture, France
By Daum
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end glass buffalo sculpture by Daum, France. The buffalo - made out of art glass - stands with one leg gently raised and its head tilted upward. A beautif...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Large Modernist Crystal Shark by Kristaluxus
Located in Fairfield, CA
A large vintage crystal shark sculpture by Krystaluxus. Great modernist shape. Marked on the base by the maker.
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Late 20th Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Modern Cast Bronz Dog Cat Sculpture, Style of Giacometti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern Cast Bronze Dog & Cat Sculpture, Style of Giacometti Signed illegibly and numbered 28/50 This modern cast bronze dog and cat sculpture, in the style of Giacometti, captures...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

2 Horses, Brown, Ceramic Centerpiece, Completely Handmade Without Mold, NEW 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Horse in a modern way. The animal is gently painted.. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are unique since they are done without any mold. Ha...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Romano Donà 1990s Multi-Color Murano Glass Toucan Sculpture Venice Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Romano Donà 1990s Multi-Color Murano Glass Toucan Sculpture Venice Italy. Behold a captivating masterpiece, a testament to the enchanting artistry of Murano, Italy. This remarkable t...
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1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Contemporary Penguin Sculpture in Copper and White Bronze by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Penguin sculpture Black copper White bronze Hand repoussé Limited edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique i...
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2010s Modern Animal Sculptures

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Copper

Bronze Lion Sculpture Statue, Nubian Lioness, in the style of Rembrandt Bugatti
By Rembrandt Bugatti
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bugatti is a masterpiece of natural grace and sculptural power. This lion statue captures the majestic stillness of a wild predator observed in nature. This sculpture combines anatom...
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Early 20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Small Brass "Bee" Sculpture on Marble Base by Gaston Lachaise Philadelphia MOA
Located in San Diego, CA
This very cool and stylish sculpture of a "Bee" in brass on a marble base is an authorized museum replica by Alva Studios and was produced in the late 1970s. The original by Gaston L...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

1980 s Sommerso Murano Glass Bird Swan Statue Catchall Sculpture
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Murano glass sculpture depicting a swan in clear and green. A nice addition to any room. Made in Venice Italy in the 1980s. found at an Estate Sale in Vienna, Austria.
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20th Century Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Shyam Lal - Herd of Goats Bronze Sculpture, c.1990
Located in Savannah, GA
A bronze sculpture depicting a herd of goats by Delhi, India artist Shyam Lal, circa 1990. 16 inches wide by 15 inches deep by 10 inches tall
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1990s Indian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Beautiful Two Jellyfish Bag Murano Italian Art Glass Aquarium Statue Object
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful stunning Murano hand blown aquarium design Italian art glass sculpture. Showing two Jellyfish inside, in red and orange color, floating on controlled bubbles. A beautiful n...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Majestic Black Horse Sculpture in Blown Murano Glass Venice Italy 21st Century
Located in Villaverla, IT
Majestic Black Horse Sculpture in Blown Murano Glass Venice Italy 21st Century. This statue depicting a galloping horse is a beautiful collector...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass

Ceramic Monkey And Baby Sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Mother Monkey Sculpture" from Ardmore Ceramics, meticulously hand-sculpted and hand-painted by Sthabiso Hadebe, is a striking work of art that beautifully captures the essence o...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Oiva Toikka "Lakla" Hand-Signed Limited Green Annual Bird Egg Sculpture, 2015
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite hand-blown glass sculpture, titled "Lakla", is a creation by the celebrated Finnish artist Oiva Toikka. Released as part of the exclusive Annual Bird Egg Collection in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Modern Animal Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Steuben Koala Bear Figurine or Sculpture Model No. 8268 by Lloyd Atkins 1971
By Steuben Glass, Lloyd Atkins
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass koala bear figurine or sculpture. By Steuben. Model no. 8268. Designed by Lloyd Atkins. Simply a wonderful koala figurine from Steuben! Date: Mid-20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Steuben Pattern: Model no. 8268 Marks: With an etched Steuben...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Contemporary Black Lacquer Sea Lion Sculpture by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sea lion sculpture Black Lacquer Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Contemporary Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet met...
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2010s Modern Animal Sculptures

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Copper

Roberto Estevez Tall Polished Solid Brass Kudu Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Roberto Estevez 1980's tall polished solid brass kudu sculpture with circular pedestal base.
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Late 20th Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Contemporary Hand-Blown Glass Sculptural Bird Sacralità Façon de Venise Fly
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Hand-Blown Glass Goblet with Ornithomorphic Stem Artwork by Simone Crestani This refined goblet by Italian artist Simone Crestani is hand-blown from clear glass and distinguished by...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Blown Glass

French modern white ceramic greyhound dog sculpture by Roche Bobois, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
French modern white ceramic greyhound dog sculpture by Roche Bobois, 1980s Sculpture representing a greyhound dog in white ceramic with glossy finish. The dog appears seated, with a ...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Large 1980s Crouching Monkey Sculpture, In Black Gold
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large 1980s Crouching Monkey Sculpture in Black Gold This large 1980s crouching monkey sculpture in black is a striking representation of Pop Art from the era, blending playf...
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Late 20th Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Composition

Michael John Crook Hand Carved Wooden Heron Sculpture
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning modern hand carved figure of a heron by renowned British wood carver Michael John Crook and dating from the latter 20th or very early 21st Century. The figure stands mount...
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20th Century British Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Venini Fischione Glass Bird Sculpture by Toni Zuccheri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fischione glass sculpture, designed by Toni Zuccheri and manufactured by Venini, was originally designed in 1980. Numbered edition per year. Indoor use only. Dimensions: W 38 cm,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass

Lion by Gualverio Michelangeli
Located in Krefeld, DE
Nice small wooden sculpture by Gualverio Michelangeli.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Modern Frosted Lucite Kudu Sculpture David Fisher for Austin Sculptures
By David Fisher, Austin Sculptures
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Modern frosted Lucite kudu sculpture by David Fisher for Austin Sculptures. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage an...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Lucite

1980s Modernist Purple ZeleznyBrod Glass Figure of a Bird and a Fox by M. Janku
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The 1980s Figures of a bird and a fox exemplify the fusion of artistry and craftsmanship synonymous with Czech glassmaking traditions. Created in the 1980s, these pieces showcase the...
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Late 20th Century Czech Modern Animal Sculptures

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Glass

1930 Gino Cosentino Lithoceramics Piccinelli Italian Cat Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
Cat Gino Cosentino Lithoceramics Piccinelli Italy, 1930 Very good condiction No chips. No cracks
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1930s Italian Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Modern Terracotta Sculpture of a Roaring Baboon – Chen M.
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
This powerful terracotta sculpture by artist Chen M. is a striking example of modern animalier art. The baboon is not shown in a sweet or docile posture, but rather in a raw, primal ...
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Early 2000s Belgian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Macaque Handcrafted, Ceramic Centerpiece, Handmade Design in Italy, 2021
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a Lion in a modern way. The animal is gently painted with a cream colour. Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand.  
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Paint

The Leopard and Baboon rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Leopard & Baboon Rider Sculpture Handcrafted Ceramic – One of a Kind An irresistibly playful and detailed ceramic piece, this sculpture features a baboon confidently riding atop a r...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

"Wrapped in Blue" Fluorescent Jellyfish, Murano Glass, Handmade in Italy, 2024
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. The speci...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Terracotta Gorilla Sculpture - made by the Belgian Artist CHEM M
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A powerful and expressive modern animalier sculpture by Belgian ceramist Chen M, featuring a gorilla posed with striking intensity and anatomical realism. Hand-sculpted in terracotta...
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Early 2000s Belgian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Rhinoceros Statue – Resting Rhino
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bring strength and serenity to your space with this bronze rhinoceros statue. Every detail of the animal is meticulously crafted to capture a rare and powerful moment of rest, showca...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Green set of unique handcrafted fish handmade in Italy, ceramic and enamels.
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The fish is a unique representation in a modern way. The animals are gently painted with a may different colors. All the pieces from Mosche Bianche are unique since they are done wit...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

1970s Large Scale Molded Resin Boxer Dog Statue / Sculpture Style of Marwal Ind
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Marwal Industries style large scale molded resin boxer dog statue or sculpture. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vinta...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

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Resin

"Lemon!" Fluorescent Murano Glass Jellyfish, Venice, Handmade in Italy, 2025
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. The speci...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass

Cast Bronze Tortoise Sculpture
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This solid brass tortoise is a finely crafted decorative object that celebrates patience, longevity, and enduring craftsmanship. Cast entirely in brass, the piece features a rich, da...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Roberto Camozzo for Wyland, Hunting Shark on a Base, Murano Glass 1990s, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
When I saw these pieces I was so happy to have found them as I knew the history of these wonderful pieces very well. There are great maestros and artist from Murano, some are very well known Seguso, Barbini, Tagliapietra. Roberto Camozzo is instead one that very few know. He and his partner Elio Raffaelli...
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1990s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Rembrandt Bugatti Proud Bird in Taste – Bronze Sculpture on Marble
By Rembrandt Bugatti
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This bronze sculpture in the style of Rembrandt Bugatti is a remarkable example of 20th-century animal art, capturing elegance, vitality, and emotional depth in a single form. Measu...
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20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

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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1980s English Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Stoneware

Kay Bojesen Monkey Small Model In Teak Limba - DBU Men s National Team
Located in Lejre, DK
Kay Bojesen monkey, small model in teak and limba. DBU Herrelandsholdet limited edition. Classic Danish design icon. — Origin: Denmark — Designer: Kay Bojesen — Model: Monkey, small...
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2010s Danish Modern Animal Sculptures

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Teak

Labrador Dog Ceramic centerpiece with silver collar Handmade in Italy New 2025
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This small family-run contemporary artisan workshop is housed in a historic 19th century building, formerly the site of an old bread oven, renovated at the beginning of the twentieth...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Rhinoceros Sculpture – Authentic Bronze Statue – Signed Milo
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bring strength and wild elegance into your space with this magnificent Rhinoceros Sculpture in solid bronze, signed Milo. Crafted with precision and sensitivity, it captures the quie...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Modernist Polished Aluminum Gazelle Wall Sculpture Pair by Pendergrast
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Highly detailed, polished aluminum Gazelle wall sculptures featuring two Gazelle bust profiles. Their sleek, stylized forms capture the gazelles' graceful essence with clean lines an...
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1960s Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Leather Elephant Sculpture
Located in Denton, TX
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Mid-20th Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Leather

Large Eagle Bronze Sculpture by Mogens Bøggild
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large eagle bronze sculpture by Mogens Bøggild, Denmark, 1930-1950. Dark patinated bronze. Signed with monogram 'MB'. Mogens Kruse Bøggild (11 June 190...
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20th Century Danish Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

1980s Hippopotamus Head Bronze Skull Sculpture after Giacometti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s abstract bronze sculpture -hippopotamus head skull. In the style of Alberto Giacometti Unsigned 25 H x 12 W x 3 D. Preowned good original vintage unrestored condition. Original...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Crocodile Sculpture by Richard Orlinski, 2006.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Crocodile sculpture by Richard Orlinski, 2006. Gold crocodile sculpture by Richard Orlinski, resin, 2006. H: 38cm. W: 109cm. D: 47cm.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold

Bug Bunny Ceramic Sculpture by Massimo Giacon for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Limited edition ceramic part of "The Pop Will Eat Himself" designed by Massimo Giacon and produced by superego Editions. Signed and numbered. Biography Massimo Giacon was born in P...
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2010s Italian Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Modern animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage animal sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern animal sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original animal sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Mosche Bianche, VG design and laboratory department, Stefano Giovannoni, and Superego Editions. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for animal sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $53 and tops out at $6,718,000 while the average work can sell for $1,745.