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Item Ships From: South Coast
Fang Male Reliquary Figure (Bieri Style), Fang-Betsi Subgroup, Gabon
Located in Encino, CA
Tribal Art - African Art Fang Male Reliquary Figure (Bieri Style), Fang-Betsi Subgroup, Gabon, Circa 1950s Carved from dense hardwood, this 19-inch-tall figure with dark, very beautiful patina, stands in a composed stance, holding a small box-like object close to the chest—a gesture associated with protection or ritual offering. Height: 19 in. (48.3 cm) x Width: 5 in. (12.8 cm) x Depth: 5 in. (12.8 cm) without base. Height: 21 in 1/4 (54 cm) x Width: 5 in 7/8. (15 cm) x Depth: 5 in 1/2 (14 cm) with base. Provenance: Multiple successive collections, France. According to the previous owner, this sculpture was originally brought from Gabon to France during the colonial period and passed through several private collections thereafter. While we have no documentation to verify the original import date, we conservatively date the piece to the mid-20th century, corresponding to the period it remained in the collection of the prior owner. This powerful male figure exemplifies the classical aesthetic and spiritual principles of the Fang Bieri tradition, specifically aligned with the Betsi subgroup. Standing in a rigid frontal stance, the figure clutches a small object close to its chest, a gesture commonly associated with ritual offering, protection, or ancestral invocation. Carved from an exceptionally hard and heavy wood, the figure is marked by a rich, dark patina acquired through age and possible ritual handling. The anatomical emphasis—particularly the pronounced musculature, exaggerated genitalia, and the expressive weight of the limbs—evokes the Fang ideals of vitality, fertility, and ancestral potency. The oversized head, with its serene, meditative expression and stylized features, conveys a sense of introspective calm and spiritual authority. The schematic coiffure, carved in ridged vertical bands, further confirms its alignment with traditional depictions of respected male elders. The figure belongs to the Bieri tradition, an ancestral cult that functioned as the cornerstone of Fang spiritual and social identity for centuries. As the Fang people migrated southward through Equatorial Africa—from present-day Cameroon into northern Gabon—they carried bark containers (called nsek bieri) holding the skulls of revered ancestors. These containers were typically surmounted by carved guardian figures like this one, which both protected the sacred...
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1950s Gabonese Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Incredible Massive Giant Perfume Bottle by Pierre Cardin Display Sculpture
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Authentic incredible large display perfume bottle by Pierre Cardin France, made of glass with liquid in excellent condition.
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20th Century French Post-Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Vintage Pair of Native American Profile Onyx Stone Bookends
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of onyx bookends. These beautiful pieces are carved in the profiles of native american characters.. The onyx veining and translucent beauty comes thru while the carvin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx

Vintage Art Deco Pewter Trophy Cup 1930s
By Tiffany Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly minimal and sculptural trophy that emerges as sculpture. This classic piece presents art deco style and chic. The minimal lines thru the cup are enhanced by the semi-cir...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Pewter

Antique Italian Elaborately Decorated Ceramic Sculpture by Eugenio Pattarino
By Eugenio Pattarino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Italian Elaborately Decorated Ceramic Sculpture by Prof. Eugenio Pattarino, features form of a Woman in Venetian Mask and Colorful Drapery Embellished with Gold, Blue and Red...
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1970s Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Gold

1925 Chrome Female Bookends, "The Soul of The Book" by Arturo Levi
Located in San Diego, CA
Timeworn chrome female bookends; spine reads "The Soul of the Book." by Arturo Levi, 1925. These ladies photographed well and we could not resist taking mo...
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1960s North American Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Vintage Art Nouveau “Eve” Bookends 1930s by Verona
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of vintage Art Noeveau bookends by Verona. This set in beautifully aged cast iron reminiscence of the art noeveau era with its use of arches and curved forms. In this ...
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1930s American Art Nouveau Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

American Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Madona Wood Sculpture
By Erich Bolinger
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful modernist hand-carved solid walnut Madona virgin sculpture, circa 1960's great condition.
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20th Century American Scandinavian Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Walnut

Sitting Mother and Child Brass-Plated Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Petite sculpture of mother and child. Brass-plated, not signed or dated.
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20th Century North American South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Whimsical Postmodern Torch Cut Solid Iron Candle Holder Sculpture Signed
By (after) Keith Haring
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare candle holder Stamped M 1994, fire torch welded iron figurines after Keith Haring, each holder takes a 3/4" diameter candle.
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Set of Eight Hand-Painted Porcelain Figurines–Herend-Hungary, Late 20th Century.
By Herend
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and vibrant set of eight hand-painted porcelain figurines by Herend, Hungary, each adorned in the iconic fish scale pattern and finished with 24-karat gold accents. This beaut...
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20th Century Hungarian South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Pair of Postmodern Ikebana Vase/Vessel by Studio Nova Japan
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible pair of postmodern Ikebana vases by Studio Nova Japan. This rare and beautiful vintage piece is an original from which current styles are derive...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Early 20th C Neoclassical Bisque Roman/Greek Figurine
Located in Malibu, CA
Early 20th C Neoclassical Parian porcelain bisque cast Roman/Greek Figurine Neoclassical figurine of a draped Roman or Greek male.
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20th Century European Neoclassical South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Early 20th C Neoclassical Bisque Roman/Greek Figurine
Located in Malibu, CA
Neoclassical Parian porcelain bisque figurine of a female muse. Male figurine is available on a separate listing.
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Sculpture of Hands , Bronze Casting after Rodin, Impressionism style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Larger than life-size sculpture of Hands in stress in stress made from a rare find > One of his most popular sculptures. Lost wax process and with e...
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1990s American Other South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Model Nude Archer Mounted Sculpture Bust Bronze Stone Base Art Deco Antiques CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Model Nude Archer mounted sculpture bust bronze stone base Art Deco antiques CA . Excellent color and details decorative Sculpture on a desk as garniture on a mantle fireplace, on a ...
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20th Century European South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Stone, Marble, Bronze

Pair 19th Century Of French Gilt Bronze Female Figures Science Art Decorative
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair 19th Century Of French Gilt Bronze Female Figures Science Art Decorative . Early to Mid-19th Century Sculptures of Women in Science / Math and the Art fields raised on sq...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

German Foundry NeoClassical Grand Tour Bronze of the Neapolitan Dancing Faun
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely and well cast example of the Pompeian Dancing Faun. This grand tour bronze stands approx 12 inches tall on it’s marble base and is about half size of the original unearthed...
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Early 20th Century German South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Wood Crucifix
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice midcentury wood crucifix with a brass Jesus on the cross, circa 1970s. Nice detail and patina. #1285.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Wood Crucifix
Midcentury Wood Crucifix
$100 Sale Price
20% Off
Whimsical Italian ceramic Clown Coin Saver Signed Italy
By Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical Italian ceramic Clown Coin Saver Signed Italy , circa 1950's unique collectible piece charming hand painted .
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Vintage Cast Bronze Cambodian Dancer Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage cast bronze Cambodian dancer sculpture, circa 1950s. The piece is in very food vintage condition with a rich patina with and measures 7.5"W x 4.5"D x 12.75"H. #3320   
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20th Century Cambodian South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Hammered Pewter Gourd Lamp by Leon Provins, Belgium
Located in San Diego, CA
Belgian Art Nouveau hammered pewter gourd shape lamp by artist Leon Provins (Belgium, 1873-1943). Signed L. Provins on lower half of lamp structure. Stam...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pewter

Set of Three Midcentury Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool set of three small (4" tall) bronze Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1960s. The cast iron with gold gilt pieces are very heavy and solid an...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Whimsical Nail Brass Sculpture Cowboy Cactus on a Fence circa 1970 s
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool whimsical welded Brutalist cowboy and cactus sitting on a fence metal sculpture, made of railroad nails. circa 1970's
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mid Century /Modern/Deco Style Bronze Girl Dancer, England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very popular Art Deco Sculpture made after art Deco listed Artist ( Preiss ) Cast in bronze with fine details . Finished in a dark bronze patina and with hand painted details . She...
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1990s English Art Deco South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Set of Three Vintage Industrial Porcelain Glove Molds
Located in San Diego, CA
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 ...
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Late 20th Century American Industrial South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Italian Polish Bronze Sail Boat Sculpture by Emilio Lancia
By Emilio Lancia
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful polish bronze sculpture design by renowned Italian designer Emilio Lancia in the 1960s. The sculpture depicts two sail boats sailing in the ocean. The sculpture is constr...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Ceramic Lotus Sculpture Incense Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and sculptural vintage ceramic piece that is full of detail. This piece functions as an incense holder or could double as a candle holder. Bea...
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1970s American Bohemian Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Interesting Set of 5 Sculptural Cypress Knees, Organic Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 5 interesting sculptural cypress knees, organic art.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Adirondack South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Cypress

Vintage Maitland-Smith Green Faux Stone Obelisk
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful green faux marble obelisk. The four-sided tapered obelisk has a turtle shaped brass tone metal finial and feet. It sits on a matching pedestal that is lined to the undersid...
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1990s Philippine Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Metal

Vintage Hand Carved, Handcrafted Sandstone Primitive Sculpture by Timor Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Hand Carved and Handcrafted Sandstone Primitive Decorative Design Stone Sculpture by Timor Island Design, the Sculpture Mounted on a Black Iron Stand Detail Dimensions: Top: ...
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1880s Indonesian Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Stone, Sandstone, Metal

Large Brutalist Bronze Ballerina Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A very large Brutalist midcentury bronze ballerina sculpture on an black marble base (6.75" x 8.5"), circa 1970s. The piece is 44.5" high and has a wo...
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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Polished Cast Bronze Shoe Knekt
Located in San Diego, CA
solid cast bronze cricket boot shoe knet, circa 1950's some patina very unique and rare piece can be used as doorstopper or sculpture.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Small Bronze Mother Child Sculpture by Nobe Babayan
By Nobe Babayan
Located in San Diego, CA
Small bronze "Mother & Child" sculpture by Nobe Babayan, circa 2000s. The piece has a great look and patinated finish and is signed and marked "AP" (artis...
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Mid-20th Century American South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Grand Tour Neo Classical Bronze of Dancing Faun with Cymbals
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautifully cast Grand Tour Neo Classical Bronze of a Dancing Faun or Satyr holding cymbals. The sculpture has wonderful detail and the hands and feet are beautifully cast and fini...
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19th Century Italian Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Stepped Obelisk Fossil Stone Tower
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Egyptian/ Greek Influence
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Late 20th Century Classical Greek South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Sandstone

Whimsical Mid Century Kinetic Spider in Web Sculpture, Metal
Located in San Diego, CA
Unique kinetic sculpture of a hand painted stone and metal spider in her web. Mounted to a rustic wood base.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Italian Murano Whimsical Glass Hat with Lobster Detail by Badiolli
By Badioli
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical unique Italian glass Hat by Badiolli with lobster decor, many peaplo use this piece as a centerpiece of a table and put fruit arround it or just as sculpture.
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Blown Glass

Kneeling Figurative Mesh Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
This sculpture invokes so many feelings and confirm why no day is ever the same. We enjoy how artists are able to transport us and make us reach deep within with their representation...
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20th Century South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Kneeling Figurative Mesh Sculpture
Kneeling Figurative Mesh Sculpture
$1,350 Sale Price
28% Off
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Set of Japanese Women Awa Odori Dancers
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 4 bronze dancer figures. This group of 4 petite figures have graceful lines and a beautiful golden finish with patina. Circa 1950s. These abstract figures with a variegated gold patina depict female Japanese Awa Odori...
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1950s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Old Siam / Thai Cast Bronze Ayuttaya Buddha
Located in San Diego, CA
Old Siam / Thai cast bronze Ayuttaya Buddha, circa 1960s. The piece has a rich patina with handpainted eyes and measures 4"W x 4"D x 15"H The Buddha’s austere countenance seems to smolder and glow, highlighting the Ayutthaya royal attire of the Siamese kingdom that existed from 1350-1767, when an independent tradition arose that defined Thai art...
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Late 19th Century Thai Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bruce Houston Saxophone Players Miniature 1997
By Bruce Houston
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful miniature by the noted California Artist Bruce Houston. It is signed and dated on the bottom 1997. It depicts two Saxophones musicians. Beautifully detailed and painted. ...
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1990s American South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Petite Mid-Century Turquoise Blue Ceramic Foo Dog Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
Excellent pair of petite mid-century turquoise blue ceramic foo dog sculptures, circa 1960s. These symbolic guardians present a beautiful turquoise hue and are in very good vintage c...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Vintage Pair Blenko Amoeba Tangerine Glass Candleholders
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of vintage Blenko Amoeba Glass Candleholders in Tangerine. The beautiful freeform and color of these catapults them to sculptures. The joyo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Vintage Brass Seashell Cachepot Jardinière Plant Holder
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in San Diego, CA
Sculptural and incredibly chic plant holder. This beautiful piece is rendered as a seashell. This mid-century piece is completed in brass and brings old Hollywood style...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

The Hand, White Fiberglas Sculpture inspired by August Rodin
By Auguste Rodin
Located in Pasadena, CA
This sculpture of a hand, crafted in fiberglass, aligns directly with Rodin’s legacy. Shaped in a closed volume, it strips the gesture of any superfluous expression, concentrating a ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Fiberglass

Midcentury Brass Crucifix with Copper Jesus
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice brass crucifix with a copper Jesus on the cross, circa 1960s. Nice weight and detail.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Brass, Copper

Midcentury Figurative Woman in Bronze Entitled "Pondering" by Harriet Hochberg
By Harriet Hochberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury figurative nude woman in bronze on wood base entitled "Pondering" by Harriet Hochberg, circa 1979. The piece has a wonderful von...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Mid Century Large Fat Lava Op Art Vase by Bay Ceramics, Germany
By Bay Keramik
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning mid-century large fat lava vase. This beautiful piece is glazed in a deep ocean blue with a red glaze band around it in the middle. The en...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks
Located in San Diego, CA
A very fun pair of hand carved wooden folk art masks circa 1940s. The set is in very good vintage condition and has a hanger on the reverse side; the larger mask...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks
Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks
$280 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Chinese Art Glass Figurine by Dino Rosin for Murano Glass
By Dino Rosin, Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous art glass Chinese figurine in green swirl, black and clear Murano glass, circa 1970s. The pieces is signed "Rosin Murano" and has incredibly vibrant color and great texture!...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Late 19th Century Italian Carrara Marble Statue of a Young Lady.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A delicate and beautifully carved Carrara marble statue depicting a young semi-nude girl, holding a bouquet of roses in one hand and a vase in the other. This late 19th century Itali...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Sylvia Weiss Bronze Chicago Modern Dancer Figure on Wood Base
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hand sculpted bronze dancer sculpture created by listed artist Sylvia Weiss of Chicago, Illinois. Sculpture measures 9.5" by 6" by 3.5" and is signed S. Weiss on the base. In very g...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Hand Carved Stone Column Base Pedestal Sculpture Doorstop Decorative Element LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Column Base pedestal Sculpture Doorstop Decorative Element LA . Nicely hand carved 17th century Renaissance stone column base appli...
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17th Century French Renaissance Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

Lucite Sculpture Piano and Hands
By Memphis Group
Located in San Diego, CA
Lucite piano and hands sculpture, circa 1980s. Similar style to Eugene Brignola exquisite details. Measures: 8” long, 8” tall, 1.5” wide signed by artist...
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1980s American Neoclassical Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Lucite

Lucite Sculpture Piano and Hands
Lucite Sculpture Piano and Hands
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of 17th Century Italian Baroque Giltwood Putti Figures
Located in Cypress, CA
Magnificent and enormous pair of 17th century Italian Baroque period carved giltwood putti wall figures. The pair maintained its original gilding and co...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Giltwood, Wood

Figurative Bronze Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Figurative bronze sculpture of two lovers embracing. The sculpture has a coarse texture, a dark patina, and wood base. Measures Sculpture: 7.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" D Base: 1.75" H x...
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20th Century Unknown South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Figurative Bronze Sculpture
Figurative Bronze Sculpture
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
French Art Deco A.G. Rigault Silvered Bronze Sculpture
By A.G. Rigault 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An amazing Art Deco silvered bronze sculpture of a female nude holding two parrots. Mounted on a black and green marble piece. Signed on back s...
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1920s French Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Set of Three "See No, Speak No, Hear No Evil" Steampunk Heads / Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique set of three "See No, Speak No, Hear No Evil" steampunk heads / sculptures by southern California artist Steve Artz, circa 1980s. The Industrial looking pieces...
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Late 20th Century American Steampunk South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Copper

Art Deco Egyptian Dancer in the Manner of Chiparus
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A topless dancer in Egyptian style dress in a dance pose. Hi cast bronze with fine details and multi patina finish. Mounted on a Pyramid design Black marble base. The base with a gold finished plaque with a musician playing a harp. Has marked name in bottom RH corner. Will require special packing and shipping for safe delivery. Title is ( The Egyptian Dancer...
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2010s American Art Deco South Coast Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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