20th Century Sculptures

This is a vintage decorative prayer figure. An Oriental, gilt bronze statue of a Thai deity, dating to the late Art Deco period, circa 1940. Presenting a...

French Art Deco Walkyrie sculpture by Henri MOLINS-BALLESTE, France, ca.1920. Spelter, marble and onyx. Width : 21.3"(54cm), Height : 14"(35.7cm), Depth: 5.1"(13cm). Engraved "Balles...

Midcentury Lucite abstract sculpture by Hivo Van Teal, circa 1960s. This beautiful three dimensional sculpture is in great condition with no chips, cracks or crazing. The sculpture m...

Leather pig ottoman. Piggy measures 30" wide, 13" deep and 17" high. Great patina and all original. This pig is oversized compared to the ones made by Dimitri Omersa, United Kingd...

An oak wood and paper color wheel, German Bauhaus design, circa late-20th century, Made in Switzerland. Piece was originally designed by German, Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack, early-20th ce...

A gorgeous neoclassical style white porcelain sculpture of a reclining man holding a cornucopia Italy, Circa 1960s Measures: 11.25"W x 4.25"D x 10...

Shark Sculpture in Black Murano glass with Silver details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 21 cm x H 33 cm x D 21 cm ( L 8.2" x H 12.9" x D 8.2") We recently came across the untouched...

Vintage Large Hatching Fish Egg Sculpture Figuring, Nine Colorful Fish Figuring Sticking out of an Egg with Cracks by the Artist Sergio Bustamente, c...

Rare Bing & Grøndahl porcelain figurine. Lying cat. Model number 2236. Early 20th century. Measures: 18 x 9.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 2n...

Classic early-20th century hand blown Deer Figurine, made probably in the Lauscha Thuringia Area in Germany. Excellent vintage condition, consistent with age and use. A nice addition...

Abraham Palatnik Lucite Optic Art Swan Sculpture

A fabulous limited edition cold painted bronze figure of an elegant beauty dressed in a full length gown looking into her pocket mirror with excellent colour and very fine hand finished detail. Signed Erté, numbered 179/375, dated 1986 and with foundry mark. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 46 cm Circa: 1985 Foundry: Fine Art Acquisitions Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Erté The Last Works by Eric Estorick Page no. 104 SKU: 9104 ABOUT Erté La Coquette Erté Sculpture Erté La Coquette – Sculpture as such has been a rather late arrival in Erté’s life, but his three-dimensional creativity began long before he started to work with Paul Poiret in Paris in 1913. It began at his house in St. Petersburg in 1897, when he was five years of age and created a little theatre using his mothers empty perfume bottles...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Obsidian Lapis Horse An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt rock-crystal, obsidian and lapis lazuli jeweled sculpture "Bucéphale, Chevaux de légende", "Bucephalus, A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1998. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock crystal slab is finely applied with a lapis lazuli half-horse with harness mounted in 18k gold and brilliant cut diamonds, between two crystal and lapis lazuli columns adorned with gold and diamonds, insert with 7 ruby cabochons and 1 emerald cabochon, the obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5029 DIV Bucephalus (c355-326 BC) is among the most famous horses in history, and it was said that this he could not be tamed. The young Alexander the Great, of course, tamed him – and went on to ride his beloved equine companion for many years and into many battles. The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10" high x 9" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

A stunning neoclassical Grand Tour style solid marble pink & cream obelisk Late 20th Century Measures: 2.88"W x 2.88"D x 7.75"H. Good original vintage condition. Minor surface wea...

BRIAND, Alexandre Joseph DERENNE dit "Marcel André Bouraine"(1886-1948, France) : "Discus dancer" Green patinated metal sculpture on a marble base representing a dancer holding disc...

This is a beautiful ornately decorated Vintage life size bronze sculpture of a heavily armored Roman Cavalry officer on horseback, riding triumphantly into battle, dating from the l...

Jean Bulio, bronze statue of Léon Gambetta, Prime Minister, France, 1930. Work signed on the back by the artist. Small signs of the time. We guarantee adequate packaging and will sh...

Large Joan de Bethel papier-mache, glass eyed, cat made in Rye Sussex July 1977

A highly visual and striking silver and enamel cold painted Art Deco bronze figure of a particularly rare subject from this famous artist's oeuvre. The bronze has a wonderful deep co...

Michael Cutler was an American Artist from California. Trained as an electronic technician, he turned to kinetic sculpture in the 1970s. The sculpture 3 precision balanced elements...

Beautiful sand and ground glass wall sculpture. Lively biomorphic imagery. similar to the work of Edris Eckhardt.   

we present this pair of very rare and unique table lamps in the world, these are two totally restored lamps from the 1950s, wicker dome, lead sculptures...

Vintage Murano Glass Figure Titled "Omaggio To Picasso" (Homage to Picasso) by renowned Italian artist Sandro Frattin. Heavy Murano art glass depicting a woman's stylized head wearin...

Shoehorn Shows a Cat by Walter Bosse Around, 1950s Original condition

A striking vintage black ceramic pottery female face bust sculpture, circa 20th century. A great piece for a column pedestal as shown, shelf, mantle, cocktai...

A stunning neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble onyx green & brown obelisk Measures: 3.18"W x 3.18"D x 10"H. Very good original vintage condition. Minor surface wear expec...

Pair of Large Metal Italian Greyhound Dogs This Super pair of Dogs has a good patina they have a Grey Green colour and are set on black plinths They are in very good condition with ...

A tremendous early 20th century Art Deco bronze group of a strong athletic man holding the leashes of four powerful hounds as they strain to be released. The bronze exhibiting a rich green patinated surface with excellent hand finished surface detail, signed ?Kelety ?and numbered '10' Alexandre Kéléty...

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Painted terracota, very good original vintage condition. Beautiful and unique decorative sculpture. Dalmatian dog sculpture was produced in Italy. Only one dog available.

One of a kind sculpture by renowned artist Boris Lovet-Lorski, depicting a majestic horse in a completely stylized pose, with elongated shapes and gentle curves. The legs are simple...

Duckling Sculpture in Turquoise and Gold Murano glass , Italy in stock Dimensions: L 14 cm x H 20 cm x D 14 cm ( L 5.5" x H 7.8" x D 5.5") We recently came across the untouched inv...

This rhinoceros statue is a bronze sculpture in the style of Rembrandt Bugatti. The sculpture captures the monumental presence of the rhino with thick folds of skin, a sturdy stance,...

Beautiful Art Nouveau bronzed colored plaster bust. Bust with lots of patina, damages, as found condition, this adds lots of character to the item. A nice addition in every living ro...

Small Signed Early 20th century Bronze of Reclining Whippet dog Signature located on back of dog, unable to read artist's name Measures: 1.5" H, 2.5" W, ...

Composition faux painted wood horse head sculpture

This nice sculpture representing a woman's face is made of terracotta on a square blackened wood base (slight shine on the chin and hair). Work signed by Austin Prod. 1980

Kyriakos Rokos (b 1945) Bronze sculpture on stone base 1971 Abstract bronze sculpture by renowned Greek artist Kyriakos Rokos Cast relief with perpetual faces and a protruding finge...

Striking vintage Lancome lipstick display dating to the 1970's, originally created for in-store cosmetic counters. Sculptural in form, the oversized lipstick features a vivid red bul...

Pair of Fitz and Floyd Whippet dog figurines beautifully crafted in ceramic with a crackled glaze finish. The figurines depict two whippets sitting regally on green, grassy bases with black and gold trim, Each dog is hand painted in warm brown and cream tones with gold accents on the collars. They sit on a green, textured grassy platform with black and gold trim, This is a hard to find colorway in terms of the dogs, the base and the level of hand painted detail. These whippet figurines...

Sounding sculpture by Val Bertoia (marked B2398). Made from bronze and brass. United States, 20th century. Dimensions: 51.5"H x 11"W x 11"D.

Full bodied 3D running horse with applied verdigris weather vane on wood base. Mid 20th Century. 18"H x 31"L Including Base PERIOD: Mid 20th Century ORIGIN: United States SIZE: 18"...

Rustic French Majolica Brown Hen Tureen circa 1950 signed Caugant.

A stunning large pheasant bird sculpture designed by Oiva Toikka for Iittala, part of his renowned Birds by Toikka series. Handcrafted in Finland, this unique glass bird features a striking iridescent lustre finish, shifting between shades of deep blue, green, and silver with a subtle metallic sheen. The sleek form is enhanced by delicate horizontal striping, adding depth and elegance to the design. Oiva Toikka’s bird...

Milo (1955), Spanish sculptor. Bronze sculpture of a giraffe. Signed Milo and stamped by a foundry in Paris. Late 20th century. In perfect condition. Dimensions: H 26.0 cm x L 16.0 cm.

Early 20th Century classical plaster Hermes foot model impressed "D Brucciani & Co London" and numbered "2504". Signed "P.J. Hone" on the underside. Thi...

Swan Sculpture in Crystal Murano glass with Silver decorations, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 16 cm x H 28 cm x D 16 cm ( L 6.2" x H 11.0" x D 6.2") We recently came across the unto...

Vintage ceramic sculpture features tabby cat or kitten, resting on the pillow with its head slightly lifted and turned to a side. The figurine is decorated with majolica glaze with h...

Signed by Italian ceramicist Ceccarelli, this vintage sculpture captures the affectionate charm of two cats resting together on a tasseled cushion. The larger long-haired cat gazes o...

This exquisite sculpture is a splendid celebration of the wonders of the sea. Mediterranean red coral branch on lava rock base

Bronze sculpture. 2/3 multiple and artist sign.

Striking black and yellow Tigris cat vase designed by Anneleise Beckh for West German company Schmider Keramik Inscrutable expression on this strong design pi...

Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Rudolph Lorber (1873-1952); Weller Pottery Co. Marking(s); no marking(s) apparent Materials: ceramic Dimensions (H, W, D): 4"h, 4.5"w, 4"d Additional I...

Handmade sculptural iron, copper, bronze 4 piece railings, by Larry Griffis Jr. Stunning artistic railings originally commissioned for downtown Buffalo N...

Emil Milan Teak Bissilon Bird Sculpture.

Stunning 1970's Mid-Century Modern large floor steel Brutalist sculpture designed by Silas Seandel, in vintage original condition with some wear and patina due to age and use.

Whimsical Vintage Mexican Ceramic Sculpture of Parakeets Hatching from Egg, in the Style of Sergio Bustamante, Circa 1980s A large, fantastical ceramic sculpture depicting a group of vividly colored parakeets emerging from a cracked egg. This imaginative and surreal piece draws strong stylistic inspiration from the work of celebrated Mexican artist Sergio Bustamante, known for his whimsical and surreal interpretations of nature and mythology in ceramic, papier-mâché, bronze, and wood. Hand-sculpted and hand-painted in Mexico in the 1980s, the sculpture captures a moment of animated emergence, with lifelike parakeets rendered in rich, saturated hues and finely detailed textures. The surface features carefully painted cracks and openings that heighten the illusion of the birds hatching from within the egg. This clay-based ceramic piece is bursting with character and movement, making it a striking example of Mexican folk-inspired surrealism. Unsigned by the artist, yet clearly created by a skilled hand, this one-of-a-kind piece would make a bold addition to any collection of Mexican folk art, ceramic sculpture, or Bustamante-style works. Dimensions: Height: 10 in (25.4 cm) Diameter: 9 in (22.86 cm) Condition: Good vintage condition, with typical patina and surface wear consistent with age. No visible chips or repairs. A true conversation piece that captures the spirit of surrealist folk art. Sergio Bustamante style sculpture * Mexican folk art animal sculpture * Ceramic sculpture * 1980s surrealist ceramic * Whimsical Parakeets animal figurine * Vintage Mexican pottery...

Art Deco cold-painted bronze sculpture after "Kamorna" by Demetre Chiparus. Depicting a Russian dancer in the iconic "Kamorna" pose, this sculpture captures the grace, energy, and pa...

Set of three vintage industrial porcelain glove molds, circa 1980s. The molds have a great look and make a wonderful modern sculpture. They are in very good vintage condition with ...

Rare large Terracotta Majolica Pig Bavent Normandy.