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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
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Finding the Right animal-sculptures for You
Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.
Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.
In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.
Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.
Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The most famous animal sculptor of all time is arguably Antoine-Louis Barye. The French artist was acclaimed not only for his skill but also as the founder of what became known as the French Animalier School. Barye's specialty was wild game such as lions, tigers and elephants, but he also created equestrian groups and mythological figures, typically in bronze. In order to realistically depict animal anatomy, he spent much time at the Jardin des Plantes menagerie in Paris. Explore a variety of Antoine-Louis Barye sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Rosa Bonheur painted animals because she had a deep love for them. The French artist also produced realistic sculptures depicting various animals. Animals were a part of her daily life, as she had many pets, including lions, sheep, horses and gazelles. You'll find a range of Rosa Bonheur art on 1stDibs.
- What is a metal sculpture?1 AnswerGlenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021A sculpture created from materials made of metal. This is a broad category. Metal sculptures can be made by fabrication, meaning assembled by hand or machine. Cast metal sculpture like bronze or steel is made from a complex casting process.
- What are sculptures in art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In art, sculptures are three-dimensional works of art made by hand or with various tools and machinery. Bronze, marble, plaster, wood and stone are among the most traditional materials for sculptures. However, artists may also incorporate found objects, paper, fabric and other items into their work. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of sculptures.
- What is a figurative sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A figurative, or representational, sculpture depicts a recognizable person or object.
- What is additive sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
In additive sculpture — as opposed to subtractive sculpture, such as statues carved from stone — materials like clay or wax are built up to create a form.
- What is abstract sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Abstract sculptures do not depict real objects.
- What is contemporary sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When referring to artwork, contemporary simply means “the art of today”, or artwork that was produced in the second half of the 20th century onward. This term extends to all art, including sculptures. You’ll find a variety of contemporary sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are illusion sculptures?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Illusion sculptures are pieces of art that the artist has crafted in a certain way so that it seems to come alive. Illusion art is also referred to as trompe l’oeil, which is a French term meaning “to fool the eye.” See the magic for yourself and shop a collection of illusion sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is geometric sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Geometric sculpture is a style of art that emphasizes mathematical shapes in an artistic way.
- What is an alabaster sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An alabaster sculpture is one that is made out of alabaster, which is a soft white or translucent stone. A variety of gypsum, alabaster is described as fine-grained and marble-like. On 1stDibs, find a collection of alabaster sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sculpture series?2 AnswersLa ChrysomeleFebruary 23, 2021For bronze sculptures, a series is the limited number (eight plus four artist's proofs, in French legislation) of numbered specimens which qualify as original editions.Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021A sculpture series can mean a body of work created by an artist that is similar in design, style and media. A limited edition bronze sculpture or casting in another material (resin, concrete, plaster, etc.) are made from the same mold. The patina or color may differ but each work has been assigned a number in the series.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In sculpture, perspective refers to how a piece fits into the space around it and what a viewer sees when they look at it from different angles. This differs from perspective in painting and drawing, which describes how to add depth to make two-dimensional objects seem three-dimensional. Find a wide variety of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- What is organic sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Organic sculptures have irregular forms derived from nature.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A freestanding sculpture is one capable of standing on its own. It differs from reliefs and installed works, which are attached to a wall or other surface. Some famous examples of freestanding sculptures include Michelangelo's David, Rodin's The Thinker and Bernini's Apollo and Daphne. On 1stDibs, find a selection of freestanding sculptures.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A plaster cast sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art produced by pouring liquid plaster into a mold that the artist carves. In some cases, the resulting cast is the finished artwork. Other times, the artist uses the cast as a reference for carving stone or marble. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of sculpture art.
- Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 25, 2021An artist who creates sculpture is called a sculptor.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022If a sculpture is kinetic, it moves and that movement is part of how the artist conveys the meaning of the work. Kinetic sculptures may feature motors, electronic displays and other components that create the movement. Find a selection of kinetic sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are three types of relief in sculpting: high, sunken and bas. The difference between the type of reliefs is how deeply carved the figures are on the surface. Shop a wide range of collectable sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Inuit sculptures are made out of soapstone or serpentine. These deposits are found in the Arctic and range from black to light green. You can shop a collection of Inuit art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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