Punta 2 by Mattia Bosco - Large Marble Sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Punta 2 is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of black Palissandro marble, dimensions are 138 × 90 × 40 cm (54.3 × 35.4 × 15.7 in).
Marble
MM2 by Mattia Bosco - Large Marble and Metal Sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
MM2 is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Palissandro marble, stainless steel, iron, dimensions are 168 × 69 × 30 cm (66.1 × 27.2 × 11....
Marble
MSA 04-2025 by Mattia Bosco - Monumental Marble Sculpture, Gold Leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
MSA 04-2025 is a monumental sculpture by contemporary Italian artist Mattia Bosco. It is made of black Palissandro marble and gold leaf.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$19,401
Untitled II, Palissandro by Mattia Bosco - Abstract stone sculpture, marble
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled II, Palissandro is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Palissandro marble, dimensions are 142 × 46 × 35 cm (55.9 × 18.1 × 13.8 ...
Marble
Untitled I, Palissandro by Mattia Bosco - Abstract stone sculpture, marble
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Untitled I, Palissandro is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Palissandro marble and granite, dimensions are 103 × 72 × 67 cm (40.6 × 2...
Granite, Marble
$13,501
Stonegate 8 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract sculpture, Palissandro marble, triangle
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Stonegate 8 is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of black Palissandro marble and iron, dimensions are 119 × 57 × 24.5 cm (46.9 × 22.4 × 9...
Marble, Iron
$29,953
Korè-Bardiglio by Mattia Bosco - Monumental sculpture, marble, Rome exposition
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Korè-Bardiglio is a unique monumental sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Bardiglio marble, dimensions are 173 × 52 × 66 cm (68.1 × 20.5 × 26 in)...
Marble
$6,921
SW25 by Mattia Bosco - Medium-size sculpture, Palissandro marble, grey tones
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
SW25 is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Palissandro marble, dimensions are 60 × 25 × 20 cm (23.6 × 9.8 × 7.9 in).
Marble
Punta 1 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract sculpture, black marble, rock
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Punta 1 is a sculpture made of Black Palissandro marble by Italian contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of black Palissandro marble, dimensions are 113 × 78 × 37 ...
Marble
Korè-Paonazzo by Mattia Bosco - 65 In High Marble Sculpture, Abstract
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Korè-Paonazzo is a unique monumental sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Paonazzo marble, dimensions are 165 × 41 × 85 cm (65 × 16.1 × 33.5 in).
Marble
$29,953
Korè-Elba granite by Mattia Bosco - Monumental sculpture, marble, Rome, Korai
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Korè-Elba granite is a unique monumental sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Elba granite, dimensions are 176.5 × 48 × 88.5 cm (69.5 × 18.9 × 34....
Granite
Sezione Aurea 2024-024 by Mattia Bosco - Marble and gold leaf sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sezione Aurea 55-2020 by Mattia Bosco - Marble and gold leaf sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$5,446
Sezione Aurea 78 by Mattia Bosco - Wall sculpture, marble, gold leaf, abstract
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sezione Aurea-C3 by Mattia Bosco - Monumental Marble Sculpture, Gold Leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$40,845
Sezione Aurea-C2 by Mattia Bosco - Monumental sculpture, marble, white, gold
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$20,422
Punta 1 by Mattia Bosco - Large-size sculpture, Palissandro marble, grey tones
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Punta 1 is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of black Palissandro marble, dimensions are 113 × 78 × 37 cm (44.4 × 30.7 × 14.5 in).
Marble
$6,694
Sezione Aurea 2024-017 by Mattia Bosco - Wall Sculpture, Marble and Gold Leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$6,240
Sezione Aurea 2024-015 by Mattia Bosco - Wall sculpture, marble, gold leaf, rock
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$5,843
Sezione Aurea 2024-001 by Mattia Bosco - Wall sculpture, marble, gold leaf, rock
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$7,760
Sezione Aurea 2024-023 by Mattia Bosco - Marble and gold leaf sculpture, rock
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$6,126
Sezione Aurea 2024-018 by Mattia Bosco - Wall sculpture, marble and gold leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$4,878
Sezione Aurea A7 by Mattia Bosco - Marble and gold leaf abstract wall sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$4,992
Sezione Aurea 2024-007 by Mattia Bosco - Wall sculpture, marble, gold leaf, rock
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$5,956
Sezione Aurea 59-2020 by Mattia Bosco - Marble and silver leaf sculpture, rock
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$6,523
Sezione Aurea 2024-006 by Mattia Bosco - Wall sculpture, marble, gold leaf, rock
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sezione Aurea-C1 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract sculpture, marble, gold leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Reflecting on the project, Mattia Bosco explains: “It was important for me to choose a location where the sculptures I envisioned could come to life in the best possible conditions.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$11,572
Sezione Aurea 2024-027 by M. Bosco - Abstract Sculpture, Marble and Gold Leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
$29,953
Korè-Michelangelo statuary, 69-in High Marble Abstract Sculpture, Outdoor Art
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Korè-Michelangelo statuary is a unique monumental sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Cave Michelangelo statuary marble, dimensions are 175.5 × 3...
Marble
Sold
H 66.34 in W 27.17 in D 11.03 in
Untitled III by M. Bosco - large sculpture (marble, stainless steel), abstract
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
In his contemporary sculpture, Italian artist Mattia Bosco seeks to create a synthesis between concept and form.
Marble, Stainless Steel, Iron
Untitled II - large-size marble sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
In his contemporary sculpture, Italian artist Mattia Bosco seeks to create a synthesis between concept and form.
Marble
Sezione Aurea - A2 - marble wall sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
In his contemporary sculpture, Italian artist Mattia Bosco seeks to create a synthesis between concept and form.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 17.72 in W 15.36 in D 8.67 in
SW3 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract marble sculpture, gold leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 32.49 in W 5.91 in D 3.75 in
Sezione Aurea - A13 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract sculpture, gold leaf & marble
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 21.66 in W 11.23 in D 8.27 in
SW1 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract marble sculpture, gold leaf, black Palissandro
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 32.49 in W 17.13 in D 1.78 in
Sezione Aurea A1 by Mattia Bosco - Marble and gold leaf wall sculpture
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
In his contemporary sculpture, Italian artist Mattia Bosco seeks to create a synthesis between concept and form.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 26.58 in W 21.86 in D 1.38 in
Sezione Aurea 77 by Mattia Bosco - Wall sculpture, marble, gold leaf, abstract
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 19.1 in W 13 in D 8.67 in
SW5 by Mattia Bosco - Black Palissandro marble and gold leaf sculpture, abstract
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 24.81 in W 6.7 in D 3.15 in
Sezione Aurea - A11 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract marble wall sculpture, gold leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
Gold is compared to light in its solid state by Mattia Bosco, who sees stone as the solid manifestation of time.
Marble, Gold Leaf
Sold
H 18.31 in W 8.27 in D 8.67 in
SW9 by Mattia Bosco - Abstract sculpture, black Palissandro marble and gold leaf
By Mattia Bosco
Located in Paris, FR
SW9 is a unique sculpture by contemporary artist Mattia Bosco. This sculpture is made of Black Palissandro marble and gold leaf, dimensions are 46.5 × 21 × 22 cm (18.3 × 8.3 × 8.7 in...
Marble, Gold Leaf
Abstract Sculpture, Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Abstraction. Marble sculpture. Abstract sculpture is non-figurative, it is based on three-dimensionality and relies on texture and geometric shapes, with color as the protagonist ...
Marble
Abstract Marble Sculpture by Emile Gilioli
By Émile Gilioli
Located in Stamford, CT
This beautiful marble sculpture by Emile Gilioli is made of rose veined marble (white/pink). The sculpture is signed and dated on wooden base. "Emile Gilioli was born to a family...
Marble, Bronze
$7,500
H 79 in W 16.6 in D 2 in
Reliefes Wall Sculpture, Abstract Geometric, Resin and Pigment
By Carla Gimbatti
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Bark and Reliefs, 2018 By Carla Gimbatti From the Series Reliefs Aquaresin and Pigment Overall size: 79 H x 16.6 W in. Individual size:79 H x 8.3 W in. each _____ After graduating ...
Resin, Pigment
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Abstract Stone Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Evoke rustic charm with this Vintage Boho Abstract Stone Sculpture, a timeless piece that captures the essence of American craftsmanship. With its organic forms and artistic allure, ...
Stone
Mid Century Modern Abstract Marble Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
1970s Abstract marble sculpture mounted on a steel base.
Marble, Steel
$25,868
H 11.03 in W 20.87 in D 11.03 in
Kairos by Romain Langlois - Rock-like bronze sculpture, golden, abstract
By Romain Langlois
Located in Paris, FR
Kairos is a bronze sculpture by contemporary artist Romain Langlois, dimensions are 28 × 53 × 28 cm (11 × 20.9 × 11 in). The sculpture is signed and numbered, it is part of a limite...
Bronze
Abstract Marble Scupture by Silvia Jaffe
By Silvia Jaffe
Located in New York, NY
Large and substantial piece by Florida sculptor Silvia Jaffe. Jaffe is a winner of multiple awards for her sculpture from the Norton Guild as well as others. Her work can be seen at ...
Marble
$12,934
H 31.5 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in
Large Abstract by Yann Guillon - Contemporary Bronze Sculpture
By Yann Guillon
Located in Paris, FR
Limited edition of 8 + 4 artist's proofs. Each cast is signed and numbered. Sold with a brass base. Dimensions of the bronze sculpture: 67 H x 37 L x 18 D cm Dimensions of the base:...
Bronze, Brass
$1,800
H 12.13 in W 11.63 in D 8.75 in
Abstract Stone Modern Black Sculpture Minimal Contemporary Signed African Artist
By Jezifous Jang (Van Damn)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Windows of Opportunity" is an original serpentine sculpture by Van Damn. The artist signed the piece "Vandee" on the back bottom right of the sculpture. Sculpture Size: 9 5/8" x 9...
Stone
$20,282
H 28.15 in W 22.05 in D 9.45 in
Becoming-Sculpture, Abstract, Marble, Italian Carrara, contemporary, statement
By Ian Thomson
Located in Knowle Lane, Cranleigh
Becoming is a contemporary abstract sculpture, hand-carved from Italian Carrara marble. British sculptor Ian Thomson possesses the skill and expertise required for this slow and pain...
Marble
$1,123
H 4.34 in W 2.76 in D 0.99 in
1980 Italy Abstract Bronze Sculpture Ottorino Tonelli Giulietta Juliet
Located in Brescia, IT
This artwork was created by the Italian artist Ottorino Tonelli. Ottorino Tonelli was born in 1948 in Carrara, where he lives and works. After having completed his studies at the Flo...
Bronze, Aluminum
$23,826
H 13.39 in W 17.33 in D 10.63 in
Alchemy by Romain Langlois - Rock-like bronze sculpture, golden, abstract
By Romain Langlois
Located in Paris, FR
Alchemy is a bronze sculpture by contemporary artist Romain Langlois, dimensions are 34 × 44 × 27 cm (13.4 × 17.3 × 10.6 in). The sculpture is signed and numbered, it is part of a l...
Bronze
1980's Modernists Marble Sculpture
Located in Denton, TX
Beautifully carved out of one piece of beige marble it seems to have curved steps to a higher level, with some sharp angles plunging into the abyss. Unknown artist 1985.
Marble
Modern Carved Marble Abstract Sculpture
Located in Norwood, NJ
Beautiful geometric form carved marble abstract form sculpture. A gray and white marble, with a faint green hue is beautifully sculpted with a feel of movement in its geometric abstr...
Marble
$9,500
H 8.5 in W 12 in D 4.5 in
Untitled III, Unique White Marble Modern Sculpture by Domenico Casasanta
By Domenico Casasanta
Located in Long Island City, NY
A white marble sculpture by Domenico Casasanta from 1972. A pristine, minimalist object of modernist, architectural features. Artist: Domenico Casasanta, Italian (1935 - ) Titl...
Marble
$3,750
H 21 in W 17 in D 8 in
Another World Minor I - geometric abstract, modern, polished aluminum sculpture
By Philippe Pallafray
Located in Bloomfield, ON
This contemporary indoor metal sculpture was hand forged by Philippe Pallafray. The provocative abstract work of Philippe Pallafray has found an international audience. The Quebec-b...
Metal
$113,118
H 111.03 in W 47.25 in D 43.31 in
Monolith by Franck K - Large stainless steel sculpture, outdoor, reflection
By Franck K
Located in Paris, FR
Monolith is a unique mirror-polished stainless steel sculpture by contemporary artist Franck K, dimensions are 282 × 120 × 110 cm (111 × 47.2 × 43.3 in). The sculpture is signed and...
Stainless Steel
$8,509
H 66.93 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Outdoor Italian Stone Sculpture of Classical Torso with Base
Located in Rome, IT
This reproduction of a classical Hellenistic sculpture, a timeless piece for interior and a garden decoration. Measurement: Torso cm 100 base cm 70.
Limestone
$29,000
H 16 in W 15 in D 14 in
Rare Carved Limestone.Art Deco. W P A, Cubist Sculpture by William Slattery
By Bill Zuro
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Carved Limestone.Art Deco. W P A, cubist sculpture by William Slattery Included original printed brochure from exhibit,, see photo of sculpture (upper left),, G. (Bill...
Limestone
$4,650
H 60.24 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
Madeleine by Nando Kallweit. Bronze Sculpture, Edition of 7
By Nando Kallweit
Located in Coltishall, GB
Madeleine by Nando Kallweit. Bronze sculpture, edition of 7 Dimensions: 153cm tall
Bronze
$19,500
H 64 in W 42 in D 42 in
Corpheum XVII - contemporary, geometric abstract, Corten steel outdoor sculpture
By Claude Millette
Located in Bloomfield, ON
This contemporary, geometric abstract, Corten steel outdoor sculpture is by Quebec artist Claude Millette. Millette has been creating compelling sculptures for more than four decades...
Steel
$8,849
H 21.26 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in
Couple by Delphine Brabant - Abstract bronze sculpture, diptych, column
By Delphine Brabant
Located in Paris, FR
Couple is a bronze sculpture by contemporary artist Delphine Brabant, dimensions are 54 × 22 × 16 cm (21.3 × 8.7 × 6.3 in). The sculpture is signed and numbered, it is part of a lim...
Bronze
20th Century White Stone Sculpture by Bertrand Créac'h, 1996
By Bertrand Créac'h
Located in London, GB
" Tour de Force " sculpture by Bertrand Créac'h, 1996 Important work comprising a beautiful twist carved in the solid material creating a vivacious and breathtaking visual effect in...
Stone
$4,650
H 51.97 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Eileen III by Nando Kallweit. Tall, elegant bronze sculpture of human figure.
By Nando Kallweit
Located in Coltishall, GB
Eileen III is a tall, elegant bronze sculpture of a human figure. Nando Kallweit is a German sculptor working in bronze and oak. Kallweit carves the original piece from a piece o...
Bronze
$12,253
H 16.93 in W 10.63 in D 9.45 in
The Passage by Martine Demal - Contemporary bronze sculpture, abstract, harmony
By Martine Demal
Located in Paris, FR
The Passage is a bronze sculpture by French contemporary artist Martine Demal, dimensions are 43 × 27 × 24 cm (16.9 × 10.6 × 9.4 in). The sculpture is signed and numbered, it is par...
Bronze
$50,000
H 46 in W 14 in D 10 in
Abstract Figure, Unique White Marble Sculpture by Mario DeNoto
By Mario DeNoto
Located in Long Island City, NY
A white marble sculpture by Mario DeNoto. A modern abstract figure of subtly human-like features and slight gray veining. Artist: Mario DeNoto Title: Abstract Figure Medium: White...
Marble
$12,593
H 18.9 in W 7.88 in D 8.67 in
Duo by Martine Demal - Contemporary bronze sculpture, diptych, couple
By Martine Demal
Located in Paris, FR
Duo is a bronze sculpture by French contemporary artist Martine Demal, dimensions are 48 × 20 × 22 cm (18.9 × 7.9 × 8.7 in). The sculpture is signed and numbered, it is part of a l...
Bronze
$7,461
H 65.75 in W 11.82 in D 11.03 in
The Guardian by Nando Kallweit 167cm Elegant bronze sculpture of human figure
By Nando Kallweit
Located in Coltishall, GB
The Guardian, or Wächter, is an elegant figurative bronze sculpture by Nando Kallweit. This sculpture exudes elegance through its elongated, slender form, capturing attention with i...
Bronze
$4,650
H 59.85 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Edward III by Nando Kallweit. Tall, elegant bronze sculpture of human figure.
By Nando Kallweit
Located in Coltishall, GB
Edward III is a tall, elegant bronze sculpture of a human figure. Nando Kallweit is a German sculptor working in bronze and oak. Kallweit carves the original piece from a piece o...
Bronze
$24,819
H 82.68 in W 13.78 in D 15.75 in
Chorus III Acacia Wooden Sculpture Big In Stock
By Thomas Junghans
Located in Utrecht, NL
Chorus III Acacia Wooden Sculpture Big In Stock Junghans (1956, Recklinghausen) creates abstract sculptures in stone, wood and bronze, mostly torsos and primal portraits, in a primi...
Wood
$4,650
H 57.09 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Antonio III by Nando Kallweit. Tall, elegant bronze sculpture of human figure.
By Nando Kallweit
Located in Coltishall, GB
Antonio III is a tall, elegant bronze sculpture of a human figure. Nando Kallweit is a German sculptor working in bronze and oak. Kallweit carves the original piece from a piece ...
Bronze
$35,000
H 104 in W 10 in D 8 in
"Flash" Abstract, Cast Bronze Metal Sculpture by John Ruppert
By John Ruppert
Located in New York, NY
"Flash" by John Ruppert Cast bronze, stainless steel, from a fragment of a tree struck by lightning Edition of 3 Over the past 35 years, John Ruppert has been working in cast metals...
Metal, Bronze
Beginning in the early 20th century, abstract art became a leading style of modernism. Rather than portray the world in a way that represented reality, as had been the dominating style of Western art in the previous centuries, abstract paintings, prints and sculptures are marked by a shift to geometric forms, gestural shapes and experimentation with color to express ideas, subject matter and scenes.
Although abstract art flourished in the early 1900s, propelled by movements like Fauvism and Cubism, it was rooted in the 19th century. In the 1840s, J.M.W. Turner emphasized light and motion for atmospheric paintings in which concrete details were blurred, and Paul Cézanne challenged traditional expectations of perspective in the 1890s.
Some of the earliest abstract artists — Wassily Kandinsky and Hilma af Klint — expanded on these breakthroughs while using vivid colors and forms to channel spiritual concepts. Painter Piet Mondrian, a Dutch pioneer of the art movement, explored geometric abstraction partly owing to his belief in Theosophy, which is grounded in a search for higher spiritual truths and embraces philosophers of the Renaissance period and medieval mystics. Black Square, a daringly simple 1913 work by Russian artist Kazimir Malevich, was a watershed statement on creating art that was free “from the dead weight of the real world,” as he later wrote.
Surrealism in the 1920s, led by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Meret Oppenheim and others, saw painters creating abstract pieces in order to connect to the subconscious. When Abstract Expressionism emerged in New York during the mid-20th century, it similarly centered on the process of creation, in which Helen Frankenthaler’s expressive “soak-stain” technique, Jackson Pollock’s drips of paint, and Mark Rothko’s planes of color were a radical new type of abstraction.
Conceptual art, Pop art, Hard-Edge painting and many other movements offered fresh approaches to abstraction that continued into the 21st century, with major contemporary artists now exploring it, including Anish Kapoor, Mark Bradford, El Anatsui and Julie Mehretu.
Find original abstract paintings, sculptures, prints and other art on 1stDibs.
If you’re thinking about decorating your space with abstract sculpture, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.
You don’t have to look for a piece that demands attention. Find a work of abstract sculpture that speaks to you. As is the case with any abstract art, whether it’s sculpture, an abstract painting or a grouping of prints, you can select a work for your living room or dining room, for example, that will either casually fade into the background or serve as a focal point. When you’re thinking about how to arrange your furniture and decor, consider color, texture and what kind of energy you’d like a specific room or corner to evoke. Abstract sculpture can go a long way in elevating a home, and its history is interesting if you’re shopping for a new piece today.
As a pioneer in naturalistic forms and figures that vividly express emotion, Auguste Rodin is often called the father of modern sculpture. His work in the 19th and early 20th century broke with artistic conventions and inspired modernism, leading to a new period of avant-garde abstraction.
Among the first artists to push abstract sculpture into the mainstream were Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque. They helped define the movement of Cubism, which focused on deconstructing the world abstractly.
Later in the 20th century, the artistic movements of Italian Futurism, Dadaism, Neo-Dadaism, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and minimalism all contributed to the advancement of new and more abstract sculpture designs. Italian Futurism, for example, celebrated movement, dynamics and technology in abstract sculpture. These movements passed down ideas that continue to inform abstract sculpture today.
Browse a range of modern abstract sculptures, postmodern abstract sculptures and other kinds of sculpture on 1stDibs.