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Style: Mid-Century Modern
1970 s Porcelain Bull - Pablo Zabel, Chile
Located in Bern, CH
1970s Pablo Zabal Chile decorative porcelain bull. With insert for use as a candle holder. Signed on base: Pablo Zabal Chile. Diameter: ca. 28cm. Height:...
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1970s Chilean Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic, Porcelain

20th Century, Ettore Sottsass for Mirabili EAD Totem
Located in Turin, Turin
Ettore Sottsass grew up in Turin, and graduated in architecture from the Turin Polytechnic in 1939. In 1947, he founded his own studio in Milan. In 1956, Sottsass moved to New York w...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Walter Bosse Brass Monkey Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse Brass Monkey Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder Original condition
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Donkey Sculpture in Solid Gold Brass Mid-Century Italian Design, 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Donkey sculpture in solid gold brass mid-century Italian design.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Murano Vase Masterpiece, Blooming Field with Poppies and Lavender, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
The vase made with the same technique of the tumblers in another listing. After the success of the tumbler group, I asked the maestro to make a vase that would keep the design and t...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Antique German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue with Wheelbarrow, 1910s or older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue - attributed to Griebel in Germany, a well known manufacturer of this kind of figures. This character statue has been made in German...
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1910s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Earthenware, Wood

Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement Manufactured in France by unknown artist, circa 1990. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, pre...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Metal

MidCentury Fine Carved Gilded Wooden Bamboo Style Wall Mirror w. Beveled Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking Italian faux bamboo hand carved frame with a thick beveled mirror. Via one of our foreign contacts we recently purchased this practical and handcrafted wall mirror from the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Roberto Vivas Abstract Bronze Sculpture on Bronze Base, Brazil 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian modern abstract bronze sculpture on bronze base signed by Roberto Vivas circa 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Bronze

V Nason C. Murano Sommerso Large Amber Glass Duck Sculpture
Located in Torquay, GB
Monumental chunky glass duck by V Nason & Co Murano. Solid amber glass duck sculpture weighing approximately 3.5kg prepackaged. Still retains its original silver foil label. No damage.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Figurative sculpture in aged metal of a Roman warrior Gladiator 1950
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Figurative sculpture in aged metal of a Roman warrior Gladiator 1950
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Lino Tagliapietra for Effetre, Magia, Opaline Cased Amber, Filigrana Incalmo
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This suspension is a bit of history of glass making. It's the enfancy of Lino Tagliapietra, made when he was at Effetre International. The shape is known as Magia and was produced in...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Archimede Seguso Murano Silver Flecks Orange Glass Duck Figure, Italy, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Small hand blown Murano glass open wings duck / bird figurine with silver flecks. Attributed to Archimede Seguso, Italy 1950s. Cute open wings sta...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Silver Leaf

Murano Vase Masterpiece, Doppio Ritorto Amazing Technique, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This vase is a true work of art. It features a bold color palette and creates a beautiful interplay with the light. During its creation, the glass is heated again before blowing to a...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Seguso Murano Large Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Duck Bird Figurine
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, extra large, vintage Murano hand blown green and gold flecks Italian art glass duck bird figure / sculpture. Documented to designer Archimede Seguso. Similar ones are publ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Tom Bennett Bronze Abstract Sculpture, 1980s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tom Bennett bronze abstract sculpture from the 1980s. American. Bronze free-form on a black marble base. Signed edition 21/100. Patina to the bronze...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement Manufactured in France by unknown artist, circa 1990. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, pre...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Murano Multicolor Art Glass Fish Sculpture Paperweight with Gold Flecks, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern hand blown Murano glass fish figure with multicolor murrine and gold flecks, Italy 1950s. This fish sculpture has multicolor spots in brown, orange, red, green, ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Set of 10 Signed Vasa Mihich Lucite Laminated Op-Art Cube Sculptures Dated 1991
Located in St. Louis, MO
Faceted colorful & playful set of ten Lucite Vasa Mihich cube sculptures, one is signed Vasa and dated '91. 2" square blocks of colors, change at angles of play of light into differe...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Lucite

Rare Hertwig Katzhutte Germany Pair Parakeet Porcelain Figurine Ornament
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage Ceramic Pair Budgerigars by Hertwig Katzhütte Colorful ceramic pair of budgerigars or parakeets, made by german manufacturer Hertwig Katzhüt...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Livio Seguso, Heavy Murano Glass Bowl, Rainbow Design and Glass Orb, 80s Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Exceptional historical piece. It has the rainbow patter. A sequence of canes that Livio loved to place in sculptures where the play with the lens effect of the other clear massiccio ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

Walter Bosse Monkey Salt and Pepper Shakers Set, Herta Baller, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming Austrian midcentury shaker set from the 1950s, displaying a cute monkey holding salt and pepper shakers. A humorous design by Walter Bosse, manufactured by Hertha Baller i...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Glass

Blue Vintage Decorative Mannequin Glass Head Sculpture, 1970s, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Life-size glass head in a unique blue color. Produced in a German steelworks in the 1970s. Perfect condition. A perfect addition to the interior, photo prop, display or headphone stand.
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Lagardo Tackett Happy White Ceramic Egg Head Stash Jar Condom Holder 1959
By Schmid International, Lagardo Tackett
Located in Troy, MI
Rare 8.5 inch 1959 Lagardo Tackett Happy Ceramic Egghead Stash Jar Sculpture Ceramic egghead vessel designed by Lagardo Tackett for Schmid International circa 1959 Rare smaller size...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Downhill Skier Bronze Sculpture on Onyx Base by C. Jere
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool bronze downhill skier sculpture on a solid block of white onyx by C. Jere, circa 1970s. The piece is signed "C. Jere" on the skis and has a wonderful patina. A very hard ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Quartz, Bronze

Large Danish Mid-Century Carved Teakwood Bison, 1950s.
Located in Malmö, SE
A stunning Danish mid-century carved teakwood bison. Reportedly purchased from Den Permanente, Copenhagen, in the early 1950s. Excellent condition. Den Permanente was a Co-operativ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Teak

Italian Whippet Greyhound Terracotta Dog Statue Figurine Vintage, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An outstanding Italian Greyhound statue in glazed and hand painted terracotta. Perfectly placed on a pedestal stylized as a cushion, lifelike ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Majolica, Terracotta

1950s Cast Brass Mouse Figurine Sculpture
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Mid 20th Century brass mouse. The beautiful vintage cast brass mouse, features oversize ears and sweeping lines giving the figurine great style. Perfect to add dimension to any table...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Nuremberg Water Fountain Souvenir Statue Pewter Figure Vintage German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful pewter figurine of the goose man, a statue in the middle of a water fountain in Nuremberg, Germany. Some wear with a nice patina, but this ...
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1930s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Pewter

Still Stand No13: Tall Wooden Totem Sculpture by NONO, Escalona Design
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the power of the material...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vibrant Motion: Kinetic Sculpture - Iron, Paint, Movement Manufactured in France by unknown artist, circa 1990. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, pre...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Porcelain Sculpture of a Leopard by Ronzan, Italy
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This porcelain sculpture of a Leopard is made by the Italian artist Ronzan. It can be dated in the 1950s. Giovanni Ronzan and his brother founded the Ronzan factory circa 1940s short...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Porcelain

Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Elephant, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Elephant, 1960s The proportions are wonderfully genuine, the horse amazingly high and the eye-catcher par excellence. One ear is partially missi...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Leather

Italian Midcentury Rimini Blu Ceramic Lion by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
Located in Vienna, AT
This charming iconic lion ceramic sculpture from the Rimini Blue series is designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy in the 1960s. The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo Londi from Montelupo...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Set of 3 Brass Giraffe Figurines, Mid Century Modern set #2
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of 3 vintage sculptural brass figurines features 1 large giraffe bending down to 2 smaller giraffes, depicted with their heads held up. The highly detailed, textured figurines ca...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Giovanni de Simone Ceramic Tile Italian Design Multi-Color Swordfish Marlin 1970
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Giovanni de Simone ceramic tile Italian design multi-color swordfish marlin.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Two Mid Century brass cats as ring holders by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller
Located in München, DE
Two original mid-century modern brass cat ring holders by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller. Beautiful, great design. Made in Austria. Manufactured in the 1950s. Very good condition with...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Hedgehog by Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Hedgehog by Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller around 1950s Original condition
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Large ceramic sculpture of Zebra from Bassano, Italy 2000s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The stunning large hand painted ceramic animal sculpture of Zebra made in Bassano Italy in the 2000s. A very beautiful sculpture. In great condition. The perfect addition to any surf...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Italian Midcentury Rimini Blu Ceramic Cat by Aldo Londi for Bitossi
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming iconic and Huge Italian modern ceramic cat sculpture from the Rimini Blue series designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Italy. The Italian Ceramic Artist Aldo Londi from Montel...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Op-Art Lucite Cat Sculpture by Artist Abraham Palatnik Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
Tall cat animal sculpture by Brazilian Artist Abraham Palatnik, Lucite bold graphic details. In very nice condition. Retains made in Brazil label, plus artist initials inside sculptu...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Lucite

Set of 52 Animal Sculpture in Travertine Fratelli Mannelli, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing set of 52 animal sculptures paperweights in travertine marble attributed to Fratelli Mannelli. Comprising different types of animals in different sizes , including giraff...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Travertine, Marble

Alessandro Pianon Pulcini Bird Sculpture Vistosi Murano Mid Century Modern Italy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Iconic, rare mid century modern masterpeice Alessandro Pianon Pulcini bird sculpture designed by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi Murano c...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Copper

Extremely Rare, Huge Lifelike Horse Made of Leather, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Extremely rare, very decorative and lifelike horse made of leather. Probably from the house "Liberty's London" in England. The proportions are wonderf...
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1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Leather, Wood

Violet Purple Vintage Decorative Mannequin Glass Head Sculpture, 1970s, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Life-size glass head in a unique purple violet color. Produced in a German steelworks in the 1970s. Perfect condition. A perfect addition to the interior, photo prop, display or head...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Glass

Pair of Extra Large Brass Deer by Sarreid ltd, Spain 1970s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of Extra Large Brass Deer by Sarreid, Spain 1970s
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Art Glass Sommerso Murano Swan Bird Figurine
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning Murano Art glass swan bird figurine. This bird figurine was made using the sommerso technique and features purple and blue tones. “somme...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Graceful Wallendorf Ice Skater Figurine, Germany, 1950s – Large Model
Located in Antwerp, BE
Graceful Wallendorf Ice Skater Figurine, Germany, 1950s – Large Model A beautifully detailed large Wallendorf porcelain figurine of an elegant female ice skater, produced in Thuring...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Porcelain

Franco Albini Midcentury Rocking Horse
Located in New York, NY
Franco Albini midcentury rocking horse. Midcentury rattan and wicker rocking horse sculpture, Italy, circa 1960. Dimensions: H 24 in. x W 30 in. x...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Rattan

Mid-Century Antiqued Brass Glass Owl Sculpture signed Curtis Jere
Located in New York, NY
This captivating Mid-Century Modernist owl sculpture, signed by the renowned design firm Curtis Jere, is a striking example of artistic innovation from the era. Crafted in America ar...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Mid Century Brass and Marble Obelisk by Maitland-Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout vintage obelisk crafted in brass and rouge marble in a modern stylized form on ball feet. Signed Maitland-Smith on the bottom.
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20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Marble, Brass

Italian Mid Century Marble Sculpture of Grapes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Mid Century Marble Sculpture of Grapes Italy, 1970s A Italian mid-century marble sculpture of grapes from the 1970s is a striking example of craftsmanship and natural beauty...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Marble

Pair of Vintage Geode Quartz Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Admired since ancient times, natural quartz is prized for its extraordinary natural design. These vintage 1970s gems are polished and present the beautiful array of tan and brown col...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Stone, Quartz

Walter Bosse Cat Figurine with Thermometer, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse cat figurine with thermometer, 1950s Austrian desk thermometer, cat figurine and a lantern-shaped thermometer. Designed by Walter Bosse...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Bulldog Sculpture Figurine in Ceramic by Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Lisa Larson Gustavsberg Bulldog Sculpture Figurine Ceramic bulldog sculpture from the Large Zoo series Designed by Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg Sweden c. 1960s Labeled to underside ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Ceramic

Standing Serene Totem Still Stand No22: Crafted by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the power of the material...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Hardwood

Vintage Curtis Jere Large Brutalist Brass Owl Sculpture Mid Century Modern 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Highly sought after brutalist owl sculpture by Curtis Jere 1967 Oversized abstract modern form with drip texture brass finish and tripod feet Signed and dated to lower back 13 inche...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Brass

Acrylic Cube Sculpture Paperweight with Clock Parts by Pierre Giraudon, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Cube sculpture with clock parts immersed in acrylic by Pierre Giraudon. Made in France, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Metal

Large Vintage Bakelite Buddha Head
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool large vintage bakelite Buddha bust / head, circa 1970s. The carved figure is a representation of Gautama Buddha, also known as the enlightened or awakened one. The piece ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Bakelite

Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 17
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Biomorphic Carved Wood Sculpture in the style of Isamu Noguchi, Unseen Force 17 by Joel Escalona This monolithic sculpture, designed by the talented Artist Joel Escalona, is a towering example of beauty in craftsmanship. Hand and digital machine made; the standing sculpture stands...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Hardwood

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