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Modern Decorative Objects

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Luxury Heart Vase "Trophy". Porcelain. Handmade in Italy. Wall decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hand-Blown Murano Battuto Vase in Light Amaretto Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Battuto Vase in light amaretto, size small, is a masterclass in design and craftsmanship, brought to life through the renowned battuto technique. This traditional Venetian...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Baccarat Crystal Glass Collection of Bottles and Trays
Located in London, GB
Baccarat crystal glass collection of bottles and trays French, 20th Century Largest: Height 4cm, width 24.5cm, depth 9cm Smallest: Height 1...
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20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Medium Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Medium Dew Vase in Cast Bronze by Elan Atelier The Dew vase is made in our atelier utilizing the lost wax casting technique. Various sizes and custom finishes are available by reque...
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2010s European Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Riflessi High Pink Blown Glass Vase by Böijte–Bottari
Located in Milan, IT
Riflessi is a project by Böjte-Bottari for Paola C. presented in 2017. This vase is designed to accommodate all types of flowers, and it is made in pink blown borosilicate glass. Th...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Bronze Animal Sculpture of a Bull, Model by Pablo Picasso .
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bronze Animal Sculpture of a Bull, Model by Pablo Picasso . Bronze animal sculpture of a Bull, XXI century, lost wax casting, modern work, model by Picasso. Dimensions: h: 13.5cm, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Pair of Marcello Fantoni Etruscan Sgraffiti Vases with Covers
Located in Skanninge, SE
An outstanding pair of vases with covers in the sgraffiti technique by the Italian master Marcello Fantoni. These ceramic masterpieces are in perfect condition and they are both sign...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary American Modern Seashell Music Box / Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern music box / jewelry box with an exterior finished in beige and pink speckled seashells, which opens along a hinged edge to a red velvet interior, with a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral

Kähler - Tall Floor Vase
Located in Kastrup, DK
Tall stoneware floor vase with turquoise blue glaze manufactured by Kähler. H. 56 cm. Mouth opening 13 cm Signed with manufacturer’s mark HAK engraved under the base (Hermann A. Kähl...
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Early 20th Century Danish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Small ceramic Wildcat Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This small sculpture of an African serval cat captures the feline’s quiet elegance and elusive nature. Perched alertly on a sculpted log, the serval is hand-sculpted and hand-painted...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

21st Century Sombrero Magazine Holder Handmade in Italy with Regenerated Leather
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
We feel Mexican! Made with eco-friendly, washable, and resistant regenerated leather, the traditional Mexican Sombrero hat becomes a unique magazin...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Handmade Aquamarine Vertical Crystal Picture Frame by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2021 Collection of picture frames by Ghirò Studio. Vertical picture frame of excellent workmanship and artistic quality. The rounded edges give harmony and elegance. The high tran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Vintage Raku Fired Vessel
Located in Denton, TX
Organic modern Raku fired hand sculpted vessel with colors of green, red, gray and textured glaze that shimmers in the light. stamped at the bottom.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Vintage Raku Fired Vessel
Vintage Raku Fired Vessel
$360 Sale Price
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Contemporary Ceramic Vase Vessel Sculpture Shiny Metallic Luster made in Italy
Located in Recanati, IT
The sculptural vase 'Panoplia Titanium' is distinguished by its particular shape characterized by an alternance of voids and overlapping solids that make it a vase with 'a thousand f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

“Candle Collage” Candlestick in Bronze by Folkform, 2010
By Folkform
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
“Candle Collage” Candlestick in Bronze by Folkform, 2010 Additional Information: Material: Bronze Style: Contemporary, Scandinavia Produced by Folkform in Sweden Edition 17/25 Dimen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Formia Murano Art Glass Vase Vessel Venetian Italian Glass Green Blue Aventurine
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A dazzling murano art glass vase by Formia Murano hand made on the Venetian island of Murano. This large vase is made using blue, green and copper aventurine canes meticulously place...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Robyn Horn Modernist Iron Metal Sculpture
By Robyn Horn
Located in Oakland, CA
Exceptional modern iron & steel sculpture by Robyn Horn, c1980s. Horn (1951-) was born in Fort Smith Arkansas, and went to Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas. This is considered to ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel, Iron

Hand-Blown Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green is a sculptural marvel, embodying the essence of refined design and intricate craftsmanship. Its deep emerald green surface flows seamlessly i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

White Onyx Long Bowl Vessel Centerpiece Decoration Hand-Carved Sculpture, Italy
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural bowl hand-carved from a solid block of white onyx. A highly impactful centerpiece characterized by soft, harmonious lines. Each piece is carved and then hand-pol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx

1980s Stoneware Pottery Brown Platter Artist Melching
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Speckled round brown stoneware pottery plate artist melching Signed by artist Measures: 13.38 Diameter x 1.25 D. Preowned original vintage condition. See images provided.  
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Sons of Marble Candle Holder, Double
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sons of Marble is a series of candleholders made of deep black marble, all with brass detailing. Sons of Marble are made to create a cosy atmosphere and can be mixed in different siz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Brass

Sons of Marble Candle Holder, Double
Sons of Marble Candle Holder, Double
$114 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Massimo Giacon Modern “Coniglieschio” Italian Sculpture
Located in Madrid, ES
Ceramic sculpture “Coniglieschio” from the series "The pop will eat himself" designed by Massimo Giacon, edition by Studio Superego. Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our te...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Lacquer

Venini Monofiore Apple Green Glass Vase by Laura de Santillana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini Monofiori glass vase in apple green by Laura de Santillana. “Monofiori” blown handmade glass with stoppers in various forms and colors. Item ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Modern Abstract Sculpture in Black Oak by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Embodying a seamless balance between fluidity and strength, the Thaddeaus sculpture by Patrick Coard Paris is a triumph in modern abstract art. Handcrafted from a luxurious black oak...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak, Fiberglass

Supernova Vase I, Hand-Blown Murano Glass, Available in Different Colors, Size L
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Supernova is a rare and magical visual phenomenon that manifests itself as a quick brightness. Exploding stars are the cause of this beauty in nature. SUPERNOVA was developed after a...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Gorgeous Double Terminated Topaz Crystal With Great Luste From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Product Information: Specimen Name: Topaz crystal Weight: 66 grams Dimensions: H: 4.4 x W: 2.5 x D: 2.2 cm Treatment: None Origin: Katlang Mine, Mardan District, KPK Province, P...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Other

René Lalique Nemours , 1929 , 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Rene Lalique Cup 'Nemours' (1929). In French glass of the 20th century, molded and relined. Sign 'Lalique, France'. This model was produced in the years 1940 to 1959. Only us...
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20th Century French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Luxury Heart Vase "Orazio". Porcelain. Handmade in Italy. Wall decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Ghidini 1961 Omini Pen and Cards Tray in Polished Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Pencils tray in brass Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Hand-Blown Murano Diamond Sculpture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisitely crafted in Murano, Venice, this hand-blown glass sculpture embodies timeless elegance and artisanal mastery. Its smooth, shiny surface reflects light beautifully, enhanci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Dora Maar Centerpiece Pedestal Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Serve Surrealism. Our larger-than-life Dora Maar Centerpiece Pedestal Bowl is the grand head-turner every dining experience deserves. Inspired by Dora Maar, the French photographer, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Untitled Sculpture #12, by Rosanne Sniderman
Located in New York, NY
Glazed stoneware sculpture. Hand built & artist-signed on underside.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Set of 3 Hand Blown Murano Faceted Vases in Amber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your home décor with the sublime elegance of our faceted amber vases, a masterpiece of Murano glass artistry. This exquisite trio, meticulously crafted by skilled artisans, c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Labuan Sabbiato Vase in Grey with Blown Opal Glass by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"A classical form inspired by faraway places, magically projected in the contemporary world by the new colours. Drawing inspiration from exotic destinations in the Far East, Paolo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Borrowed Form #6, Cast Silicon Bronze Vessel
Located in Vancouver, BC
Borrowed Forms takes on loan shapes of the natural world and translates them into domestic objects. Rocks, charred wood, and forest debris from the Pacific Northwest are selected for form and texture, and their impressions are captured in poured jewelers wax. The wax leaves no trace behind as it peels away—an impactless intervention, as if nothing ever occured. Each resulting cast bronze vessel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Supernova Vase I, Hand-Blown Murano Glass, Available in Different Colors Size XL
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Supernova is a rare and magical visual phenomenon that manifests itself as a quick brightness. Exploding stars are the cause of this beauty in nature. SUPERNOVA was developed after a...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Ceramic Moon Pot with Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 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 offered by us Tishu Gallery...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Blown Murano Sphere Vase in Clear with 24-Karat Gold Flecks Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning spherical vase, a masterpiece of Murano glass artistry, showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and intricate design that defines luxury. Meticulously handcrafted by mast...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Masterful Pair of Italian Horses in bronze 20th Century 1:1
Located in Madrid, ES
Masterful Pair of Italian Horses in bronze 20th Century 1:1 real height, lost wax casting. Origin Venice, private collection. Perfect for the outside or even for the inside. The dim...
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20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Daum Art Glass Shadow of the Couple Sculpture, France
By Daum
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Daum, France. The sculpture - made out of art glass - is called "shadow of the couple". Founded in 1878 in Nancy, France, Daum has...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Luxury Heart Vase "XXL". Porcelain. Handmade in Italy. Hall decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large White Happy Susto Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Geneve, CH
Large white happy susto vase by Jaime Hayon Dimensions: D 14 x W 33 x H 47 cm Materials: Glazed ceramic vase(s) in white or blue with decorations in wh...
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2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Luxury Heart Vase "Love Hurts". Porcelain. Handmade in Italy. Wall decor
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Picture Frame Large Vertical in Black Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Alfredo Barbini Signed Bi-Color Murano Glass Vase 1970s
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A striking example of Murano artistry, this signed Alfredo Barbini vase from the 1970s captures the refined elegance and technical brilliance that defines the best of mid-century Ita...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Barva Vase
Located in Grojec, PL
Barva vases collection is focused on combining abstract geometric forms of objects with the organic world of plants to offer endless possibilities and emphasize beauty based in oppos...
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2010s Polish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Barva Vase
Barva Vase
$459 / item
Collection of Twelve Art Glass Wrapped Candies by Murano Glass with Foil Label
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice collection of twelve art glass wrapped candies by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The pieces are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measure various dimensio...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Bottega Gatti Hand-Painted Polychrome Ceramic Vase 1980s Italy
Located in Palermo, IT
Sphere vase in polychrome glazed ceramic in dark shades with irregular copper plating and a crackle effect. Signed on the bottom "Bottega Gatti Faenza", Italian production from the 1...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Marble Bust Pedestal Middle Eastern Man in Turban
Located in Toledo, OH
Marble bust of a Middle Eastern gentleman with white marble turban sitting on a dark green pedestal with white veining. Some small chips to the backsid...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Black Armored Jewel Safe Chest with Swarovski Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry chest in black leather with Swarovski crystals. Drawers are covered with black leather, inside is lined for jewelry and watches w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Steel

Bronze Stylise Jackrabbit Sculpture by Santi’s
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Cast bronze stylise jackrabbit sculpture by Santi’s This one is not signed but we sold a different one stamped @Santi’s 1985. The finish is a oil rubbed aged. In beautiful or...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Glass Sculptural Bust "Adonis" by Dino Rosin Murano
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous glass sculpture of Adonis in bust form on a black glass plinth by Dino Rosin. Murano, Venice Italy. Signed in numerous places. In excellent condition.
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Hardwood, Paint

Vintage MIchel Dumas Lucite Sculptural Chess Players Aubergine And Clear French
Located in North Miami, FL
The designer of these amazing vintage French lucite modernist chess players from the 1970s are by Michel Dumas who is related to the Hermes family. They ...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Lucite

Monumental sculpture in double-patinated metal, wooden base. 1980s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Monumental sculpture in double-patinated metal, wooden base. From the 1980s. In very good condition with minor signs of use. Dimensions: H 82.0 cm x W 38.0 cm x D 19.0 cm.
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Hand Carved brutalist Decorative Nankong Totem Sculpture #3 Large
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
All our totem sculptures are hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable African alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair tra...
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2010s South African Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Steel

Hand-Blown Murano Ashtray in Grey
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite hand-blown Murano ashtray in grey is a true testament to the artistry of Venetian glassmaking. Featuring a faceted geometric design, it captures and reflects light wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Guylaine Guy 1929 , Metal Assembly, circa 1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guylaine Guy (1929) metal assembly. Height 143 Cm. Guylaine Guy, whose real name is Guylaine Chailler, is a Quebec singer and painter / sculptor born i...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Gemme Triangular Glass Vase in Red by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with shaped body and neck in red designed in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in other colors on 1st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Contemporary Ceramic Ninfea Corteccia Texture Beige and White Footed Bowl
Located in Porcia, IT
This versatile vase features a classical, two-tiered silhouette turned on its head: the base is a small, narrow cylinder superimposed by a second, larger cylindrical tier that seemin...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Divine Decadence Multifunctional Object in Rose Aurore Marble by Richard Yasmine
Located in Geneve, CH
Divine Decadence Multifunctional Object in Rose Aurore Marble by Richard Yasmine Dimensions: Vase: Ø 40 x H 18 cm. Base: Ø 18 x H 10,5 cm. Head: Ø 10,5 x H 25 cm. Candleholder: Ø 5 x...
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2010s Lebanese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Other

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