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Made after the African neck stretching tribe known as \"Long Neck tribe\". This originated from the Ndebele tribe group.. The women wore brass and copper rings, iindzila, around their necks after they got married around the age of 12. Once the young women were married, these neck rings were placed individually to provide intense spiritual power and to show the tribal wealth. It also became one of the ways that bonding between married couples was displayed and the rings could only be removed upon her husbands death.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sculpture will be shipped overseas insured in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to the US 1.150, is crate included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe ship worldwide. 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Meticulously assembled from sheet iron, the surface is unified with a matte black finish that enhances the strength and silhouette of the form, while retaining the raw character of the welded seams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a dynamic pose — head bowed and one leg raised — this sculpture captures a moment of movement and emotion, evoking both strength and grace. Whether viewed in profile or from an angle, the piece exudes sculptural tension and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLida Boonstra (Netherlands) is known for her robust and tactile sculptural works, often using metal as her primary medium. Her work is characterized by a bold formal language and an intuitive approach to volume and gesture. 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This one-of-a-kind piece was created in Italy in 1981 by the late artist, whose work is highly regarded among art collectors and enthusiasts alike. Pinna's artistic legacy was defined by his ability to transform natural materials into unique and expressive works of art that showcase his passion for organic forms and textures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDocumento No.7 is a true masterpiece of Pinna's work, showcasing the artist's technical mastery and deep understanding of the qualities of wood. The sculpture features intricate details and a stunning interplay of light and shadow, which bring the piece to life in a truly captivating way. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, this piece is sure to impress and captivate anyone who sees it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to its aesthetic value, Documento No.7 is also a wonderful investment opportunity. 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This urban vinyl figure is in great condition and comes with it's tape cutter, tape dispenser, misty square head, original paper and plastic bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Art Toy has been kept in storage since 2003 out of sunlight in a smoke free environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have two sealed P.E.T.E.R.S.' and one opened up but never displayed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Box 7 internal note)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrice is insured postage with track \u0026amp; trace included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehttps:\/\/crazysmiles.com\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMichael Lau\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(born 1970)\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an artist from\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hong Kong\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hong_Kong\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hong_Kong\"\u003eHong Kong\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho is known for his\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Painting\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Painting\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Painting\"\u003epainting\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sculpture\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sculpture\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sculpture\"\u003esculpture\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Designer toys\" class=\"mw-redirect\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Designer_toys\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Designer_toys\"\u003edesigner toy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efigures. Lau is widely credited as the founder of the urban vinyl style within the designer toy movement. His work has had a significant effect on toy manufacturers, as well as street culture, including artists and musicians, throughout the world. His style is particularly influential to\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Asia\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Asia\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Asia\"\u003eAsian\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"United States\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States\"\u003eAmerican\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hip-hop\" class=\"mw-redirect\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hip-hop\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hip-hop\"\u003ehip-hop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Skateboarding\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Skateboarding\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Skateboarding\"\u003eskateboarding\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eculture. Lau has won several awards for his work, including four from the Hong Kong-based Philippe Charriol Foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKnown as the “Godfather of the Designer Toys”, Michael Lau Kin-man 劉建文 (b.1970) is an acclaimed Hong Kong artist born in the 1970s when the city was at the peak of industrialization and exported various kinds of toys to leading chain stores around the world. Every toy was a rare treasure to young Michael and played a key role in his childhood. His growing passion for toys eventually led him to a career in toy design where he conceived as a form of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter graduating from the First Institute of Art and Design in Hong Kong in 1992, Michael held his first solo painting exhibition at the Pao Galleries of the Hong Kong Arts Centre in the following year. In 1999, Lau merged his creativity and passion in art, toy and action figure and created the “Gardener” series that juxtaposed his favorite G.I. Joe action figures and street culture. A total of 99 12-inch action figures was featured in his solo exhibition held at the Hong Kong Arts Centre. His unique artistic expression in action figures and remarkable achievements garnered global attention and brought him the opportunity to showcase his works in different cities in Japan, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Taipei, London and Paris, leading the global trend of collectible designer toys as an independent artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdditionally, Michael Lau has been seen as the godfather of urban vinyl, being largely recognized as the pioneer who launched the trend in the 90s. He was prominently featured in the article “20 Trends Sweeping the Globe” by Forbes Magazine in the January 2008 issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn recent years, Michael Lau has returned to his roots in painting. In 2016, his painting Wall of Jordan was presented by Christie's and was auctioned off for charity for a total sum of HKD$1,375,000. Michael's practice focuses not on one particular media but rather, utilizes diverse styles and techniques that he has experimented with over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt Lau's exhibition titled 'Collect them All!' at Christie's Hong Kong in 2018, with over 20 years in the creative field and as someone named as Godfather of the Designer and Art toy movement, Michael Lau has declared \"All art are toys, all toys are art.\" As Michael believes that a meaningful collection should not be assessed based on its monetary value, but should more importantly evoke feelings of nostalgia and sentiment. A prized collection allows one to delve into memories of the past, provides consolation in times of emptiness, and enriches and elevates the spirit. Michael believes that in the eyes of the collector objects – whether they be paintings, jewelry, watches, sneakers, or furniture – have an ability to provide emotional value, in the same way that toys can provoke wonder and curiosity. Lau's further his exploration on the notion with his second 'Collect them All!' exhibition at Christie's Shanghai in 2019 following the success from the Hong Kong show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLau's numerous collaborations with brands such as Nike, Jordan, Puma, Carhartt, Porter and Maharishi has made him a household name amongst kids in the street scene, while his painting and sculpture works continued to be favored by art collectors local and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA collaboration took also place in 2005 with Casio for a series of 1000 copies of the G-SHOCK DW-6900SA-1JF 'Michael Lau NY FAT GARDENER' which will be distributed in limited quantities of 100 watches by previously chosen country, including France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Michael Lau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42945280901279,"sku":"3","price":850.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/products\/fullsizeoutput_25aa.jpg?v=1675713915"},{"product_id":"exquisite-brass-and-copper-mid-century-modern-african-female-sculpture","title":"Exquisite Brass and Copper Mid Century Modern African Female Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevate your living space with this exquisite mid-century modern sculpture, standing at an impressive 118 cm in the style of Karl Hagenauer. Crafted from a harmonious blend of brass and copper, this piece encapsulates the timeless elegance and cultural richness of the African \"long neck tribe,\" inspired by the Ndebele tribe group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sculpture features an elegant African beauty, adorned with traditional elongated neck rings that symbolize grace and beauty. The combination of brass and copper not only ensures durability but also adds a warm, sophisticated glow to any setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for art collectors and enthusiasts of mid-century design, this sculpture is more than a decorative piece—it's a celebration of cultural heritage and a testament to the enduring allure of handcrafted artistry. Make it the centerpiece of your collection and let its beauty and history captivate your space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight 118 x Diameter 24 cm - H. 46.456 x D. 9.448 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick-up by appointment only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are a 1stDibs Platinum 5 Star Dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eImporting Art into the United States is exempt from all U.S. tariffs but please, do check!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Vintage Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48745059516759,"sku":"","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/files\/DSC_0013_0f6774d1-a136-46a7-a567-376a93122fd6.jpg?v=1750093503"},{"product_id":"mid-century-modern-brass-copper-female-sculpture-of-the-ndebele-tribe","title":"Mid Century Modern Brass \u0026 Copper Female Sculpture of the Ndebele tribe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaptivating Mid-Century Modern Sculpture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevate your space with this stunning 168 cm brass and copper sculpture, a mid-century modern masterpiece inspired by the timeless elegance of Karl Hagenauer's works. This exquisite piece captures the grace and beauty of an African woman in an extraordinary display of artistic craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding at 168 cm, this sculpture commands attention and adds a touch of sophistication to any room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from high-quality brass and copper, each detail is meticulously crafted to showcase the intricate beauty of the subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture reflects the iconic mid-century modern style, blending sleek lines with an organic form that evokes a sense of timeless elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Celebrating the beauty of African heritage, this piece features traditional elements like the woman's elongated neck adorned with rings and a gracefully poised stance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for art collectors, interior designers, or anyone looking to add a touch of refined elegance to their home or office.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sculpture is more than just a decorative piece; it's a statement of style and cultural appreciation. Its unique design and impressive stature make it a perfect centerpiece, transforming any space into a gallery of art and elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t miss the opportunity to own this extraordinary work of art. Add it to your collection today and experience the timeless beauty and sophistication it brings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight 168 x Width 50 x Depth 28 cm - 66.141 x 19.685 x 11.023 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to the US, Euro 850, is crate included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick-up by appointment only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are a 1stDibs Platinum 5 Star Dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eImporting Art into the United States is exempt from all U.S. tariffs but please, do check!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Vintage Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48777592734039,"sku":"","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/files\/DSC_0110_70195a1a-ed98-46f1-9553-842041c5d990.jpg?v=1750094213"},{"product_id":"omni-wood-sculpture-italy-1990","title":"\"Omni\" Wood Sculpture Italy 1990","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmbrace the Bold Elegance of Italian Artistry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroducing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Omni,\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a striking wooden sculpture crafted in Italy during the 1990s. Painted in a deep, elegant black, this piece stands as a bold statement of minimalist design and exceptional craftsmanship. With a diameter of 40 cm and a height of 58 cm, \"Omni\" is a versatile work of art that can transform any space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture’s smooth, oval form is both captivating and serene, drawing the viewer in with its flawless, matte black finish. 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Quarried in the picturesque region of San Gottardo, Colli Berici, Zovencedo, within the province of Vicenza, Veneto, Italy, this limestone embodies the essence of Italian craftsmanship and timeless elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlberto Cabiddu, born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1966, discovered his passion for art at just 10 years old, thanks to a teacher who saw his talent. Though his teenage years were more focused on music than art, his love for drawing returned full force around age 18, leading him to Paris and back to Geneva for drawing courses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1987, Alberto moved to the province of Vicenza, where he fell in love with sculpture, experimenting with local \"Vicenza stone,\" marble, wood, and clay. He learned from artists like sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramicist Antonio Visentin, but mostly, he's a self-taught artist. 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This timeless work, cast in Italy, captures Mendini’s vision of design as both a functional and metaphysical pursuit. It bears the authentic AM initials stamped on the back—a hallmark of its provenance and exclusivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMendini, a pioneer of postmodern design, approached \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLassù\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as more than just a sculptural object—it’s a philosophical statement. The title, meaning “Up There” in Italian, suggests a dialogue between earthly existence and transcendence. The angular, geometric form—evoking both a throne and a temple—encourages contemplation of ascension and the infinite. 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This freestanding, three-dimensional piece is an early example of Jeré’s iconic work and captures the timeless elegance of a sailboat in full splendor. Measuring an impressive 118 cm in length and nearly 105 cm in height, this piece doubles as both a tabletop sculpture and a wall-mounted display, offering versatile placement options. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery detail in this brass sailboat showcases the craftsmanship Curtis Jeré is renowned for, from the precise geometry of the sails to the graceful curvature of the hull. Signed and dated, it is a testament to its authenticity and historical significance. Remarkably preserved, this sculpture remains in excellent condition, embodying the refined aesthetics of the 1970s. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurtis Jeré is the collaborative pseudonym for American artists Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, founders of Artisan House in 1963. Known for their innovative metalwork, they revolutionized modern sculpture by combining fine art with high-quality craftsmanship. Their creations, celebrated for their bold forms and use of materials, became synonymous with mid-century modern design. 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Measuring an impressive 55 cm (21.65 inches) in diameter, this sculptural piece is composed entirely of reclaimed wood, meticulously assembled and artistically detailed. The surface features an expressive patchwork of wooden segments, joined with industrial-style metal staples, showcasing visible wear, grain variation, and traces of original use—including subtle remnants of paint and printed text.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth raw and refined, the bowl seamlessly blends utilitarian materiality with conceptual artistry. 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Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Art work will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. 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Created during a deeply introspective period in which Cabiddu struggled to devote time to his practice, this work stands as both a personal manifesto and a universal reminder: make time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubtle yet resolute, the surface of the totem reveals an engraved inscription—“Trova Tempo,” meaning Find Time. These words are not merely decorative, but an integral part of the sculpture’s identity, inviting reflection and intimacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarved from Pietra di Vicenza, a historic limestone known for its warm tonality and enduring strength, the piece bridges contemporary abstraction with Italy’s classical sculptural tradition. Standing at just over 1.5 meters tall, “Trova Tempo” carries a quiet monumentality that works beautifully in both indoor and sheltered outdoor spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts vertical form and minimalist aesthetic make it an exceptional focal point for a contemplative garden, entry hall, or curated gallery setting. As sculptural art becomes increasingly personal and symbolic, this piece offers both narrative depth and timeless material beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor collectors of soulful modernism and Italian craftsmanship, “Trova Tempo” is more than an object—it’s a message carved in stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlberto Cabiddu, born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1966, discovered his passion for art at just 10 years old, thanks to a teacher who saw his talent. Though his teenage years were more focused on music than art, his love for drawing returned full force around age 18, leading him to Paris and back to Geneva for drawing courses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1987, Alberto moved to the province of Vicenza, where he fell in love with sculpture, experimenting with local \"Vicenza stone,\" marble, wood, and clay. He learned from artists like sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramicist Antonio Visentin, but mostly, he's a self-taught artist. Today, Alberto focuses on abstract sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"So far, he has never been interested in promoting or sharing his work, but with time, things change...\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight 157 x Width 28 x Depth 25 cm - H.61.811 x W.11.023 x D.9.842 inches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Totem will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to the US, Euro 875, is crate included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. 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Evoking the language of machinery and industrial design, this work plays with the tension between man-made precision and timeless materiality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStructured like a mechanical monolith, “Makina” balances void and volume, rhythm and pause. It appears at once ancient and futuristic—a relic of imagined civilizations or a model for a yet-to-be-built utopia. The organic warmth of the wood contrasts with the cool, tactile stone, emphasizing the artist’s sensitivity to material and form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlberto Cabiddu is a contemporary Italian sculptor whose work bridges architecture, industrial aesthetics, and fine art. Deeply rooted in Italian material traditions, Cabiddu often works with stone such as Pietra di Vicenza, a limestone famously used in the buildings of Andrea Palladio. His sculptural vocabulary reflects a profound interest in the mechanical world, filtered through the lens of abstraction and minimalism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabiddu’s pieces are known for their quiet intensity and spatial intelligence—each one an object of contemplation and a meditation on structure. His work appeals to collectors of postmodern design, contemporary minimalism, and those drawn to the intersection of art, craft, and architecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eImporting Art into the United States is exempt from all U.S. tariffs but please, do check!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Collect “Makina”?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique combination of historic stone and minimalist design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtistically significant work from early 2000s contemporary Italian sculpture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact yet monumental — ideal for collectors with an eye for form and material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking conversation piece in any modern interior or architectural space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: Pietra di Vicenza and wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions : \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e47 cm (H) x 14 cm (W) x 12 cm (D) - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18.5 in (H) x 5.5 in (W) x 4.7 in (D)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlberto Cabiddu, born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1966, discovered his passion for art at just 10 years old, thanks to a teacher who saw his talent. Though his teenage years were more focused on music than art, his love for drawing returned full force around age 18, leading him to Paris and back to Geneva for drawing courses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1987, Alberto moved to the province of Vicenza, where he fell in love with sculpture, experimenting with local \"Vicenza stone,\" marble, wood, and clay. He learned from artists like sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramicist Antonio Visentin, but mostly, he's a self-taught artist. Today, Alberto focuses on abstract sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"So far, he has never been interested in promoting or sharing his work, but with time, things change...\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakina will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to the US, Euro 375, is crate included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePick-up by appointment only.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe are a 1stDibs Platinum dealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50752488243543,"sku":"","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/files\/GLS_7529.jpg?v=1748109644"},{"product_id":"xyz4-by-alberto-cabiddu-a-harmonic-dialogue-in-stone-1999","title":"“XYZ4” by Alberto Cabiddu – A Harmonic Dialogue in Stone (1999)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“XYZ4” by Alberto Cabiddu, 1999 – Signed Sculpture in Pietra di Vicenza\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eArtist: Alberto Cabiddu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: XYZ4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1999\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: Pietra di Vicenza (Vicenza Stone)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 50 W x 31 H x 26 D cm (approx. 19.7 x 12.2 x 10.2 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSigned: Yes, signed by the artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCondition: Excellent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: From the artist’s personal collection; exclusive to Vintage Objects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eImporting Art into the United States is exempt from all U.S. tariffs but please, do check!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“XYZ4” is a signed, museum-quality sculpture by Italian artist Alberto Cabiddu, crafted in 1999 from Pietra di Vicenza, a refined limestone historically used in Renaissance architecture. This work features a rhythmic composition of intersecting curved planes, evoking movement, balance, and tension in space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabiddu’s sculptural language merges architectural clarity with organic minimalism, inviting comparisons to Barbara Hepworth and Constantin Brâncuși. With its quiet, meditative presence, this piece is both a visual anchor and a conversation piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes “XYZ4” exceptionally rare is its provenance: for nearly 30 years, Cabiddu declined to sell any of his sculptures, choosing instead to develop his oeuvre in solitude. Only in 2024, through a unique collaboration with Vintage Objects, did a small number of his works become available to collectors for the first time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned original by a reclusive, critically respected sculptor\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted from Pietra di Vicenza, a historically significant and sculpturally rich material\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExclusive provenance – formerly held in the artist’s private collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for collectors of modern and contemporary stone sculpture, interior designers, or curators seeking museum-quality abstraction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXYZ4 will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to the US, Euro 450, is crate included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick-up by appointment only.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are a 1stDibs Platinum dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50763801330007,"sku":"","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/files\/GLS_7409.jpg?v=1748250307"},{"product_id":"andrea-casella-for-alessi-narciso-sculpture-1974","title":"Andrea Casella for Alessi – “Narciso” Sculpture, 1974","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndrea Casella for Alessi – “Narciso” Sculpture, 1974\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the “D’Après” Collection – Alessi Arte\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner: Andrea Casella\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: Narciso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Alessi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries: D’Après, 1974\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Mirror-polished stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 17 cm \/ 6.7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 22 cm \/ 8.7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 15 cm \/ 5.9 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkings: Signed on base, stamped “ALESSI ITALY”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn iconic sculptural object from the groundbreaking “D’Après” series launched by Alessi Arte in the 1970s, Narciso is a gleaming work of futurist abstraction designed by Andrea Casella in 1974. It features twin polished spheres and a series of graduated, radiating fins—all in mirror-finish stainless steel—recalling the myth of Narcissus through its literal and metaphorical reflections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth elegant and enigmatic, the work embodies the dialogue between industrial process and artistic form. Narciso is not merely a sculpture—it is a conceptual object, engaging the viewer in themes of duality, symmetry, and perception.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the “D’Après” Series by Alessi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaunched in the early 1970s, the D’Après series was a bold initiative by Alessi Arte to bridge the divide between industrial design and fine art. Under the curatorial vision of Alberto Alessi, the company invited a select group of artists and architects to reinterpret classical themes through modern material and production. The name D’Après—meaning “after” or “inspired by”—emphasized the intention: a reinterpretation of artistic legacy through contemporary industrial craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis series marked Alessi’s transition from traditional housewares to design-led, collectible objects. Produced in very limited quantities, these works have become highly sought-after icons of Italian 20th-century design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Andrea Casella\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndrea Casella is an Italian sculptor and designer whose work in the 1970s reflects a sharp interest in optical play, reflection, and minimalist geometry. Narciso is perhaps his most well-known contribution, emblematic of his ability to merge narrative with spatial and material experimentation. Casella’s contribution to the D’Après series stands as a testament to his conceptual depth and elegant restraint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Alessi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1921 by Giovanni Alessi in Omegna, Italy, Fratelli Alessi quickly established itself as one of the premier manufacturers of metal housewares in Europe. By the 1970s, under the visionary leadership of Alberto Alessi, the company evolved from a quality metalware producer into a design laboratory, collaborating with renowned artists, architects, and designers such as Ettore Sottsass, Achille Castiglioni, and Philippe Starck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe D’Après series represents an early and radical phase in Alessi’s development—long before it became synonymous with global design culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent vintage condition with light wear appropriate to age. Retains original mirror-polish finish; signed and stamped to underside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Collect This Piece?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare and early edition from Alessi’s seminal D’Après series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1970s Italian design collectible with strong sculptural presence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned work by Andrea Casella, merging myth, form, and reflection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMuseum-worthy object from Alessi’s pre-design-icon era\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for collectors of postmodern, minimalist, or conceptual design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture will be shipped insured overseas. Cost of transport to the US is Euro 175,00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. 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The work explores the tension between geometric order and interruption, where clean linear planes are dramatically broken by sharp angular cuts. Raised on a wooden plinth, the piece exudes both sculptural solidity and dynamic rhythm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerbeek’s oeuvre, though less widely known internationally, is firmly rooted in the late 20th-century Dutch sculptural tradition that balanced Minimalism and Constructivism. 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Hand-crafted in wood and retaining its vivid original paint, the figure stands proudly with the Dannebrog flag and the classic bearskin shako.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall height with flag: 168 cm \/ 66.1 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Figure without flag is approx. monumental display size)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth with flag: generous presentation footprint; suitable for floor display and windows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry: Denmark, 1950s\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: hand-turned and carved wood, painted; fabric flag\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Presents beautifully with rich original surface; minor age traces consistent with careful display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Designer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKay Bojesen (1886–1958) trained as a silversmith with Georg Jensen before becoming one of Denmark’s most beloved designers. 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Known as “Passi”, this piece is part of Aarikka’s beloved zodiac series and symbolizes vasthoudendheid (perseverance) and positiviteit (positivity).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture captures Aarikka’s signature design language: playful yet sculptural, organic yet disciplined. 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Today, her designs are considered icons of Finnish modernism, sought after by collectors worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA delightful addition to any Scandinavian design collection, this Aries “Passi” embodies the warmth and optimism at the heart of Aarikka’s work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aries will be shipped insured overseas. 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Created in 1998, the work juxtaposes an open latticework of welded metal rods with a subtle ceramic base, softened by earthy brass accents. Rising vertically like an abstract architectural fragment, the piece conveys both monumentality and lightness, its form at once skeletal and precise. Two small brass flags crown the top, introducing a poetic note of whimsy to an otherwise geometric structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZwetsloot’s practice often explores the dialogue between architecture, structure, and symbolism, translating everyday materials into sculptural compositions that hover between object and model, fragility and permanence. 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Executed as a silkscreen on two layers of movable glass, the piece invites the viewer to engage physically and visually with its shifting geometric forms and vibrant palette. The layered construction allows the composition to transform as the viewer’s perspective changes, creating a mesmerizing interplay of color and form. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe work is signed by the artist and numbered 25\/27, marking it as part of a rare and limited edition. It remains in excellent condition, presented in its original wooden frame, and was acquired directly by its first and only owner—an Italian collector—from the renowned Meissner Galerie in Hamburg, Germany. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYaacov Agam (b. 1928) is an internationally acclaimed Israeli artist, widely regarded as a leading figure in the Kinetic and Op Art movements. His works explore movement, perception, and viewer interaction, often incorporating lenticular or layered elements to create dynamic, ever-changing images. Agam’s pieces are held in major public and private collections worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art (New York), Centre Pompidou (Paris), and the Guggenheim Museum. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeissner Galerie, Hamburg \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in the mid-20th century, Meissner Galerie became a respected venue for contemporary European and international art. 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Their elongated silhouettes, beautifully engraved neck detailing, and golden surfaces with beautiful patina embody the glamorous sculptural language of European brass ateliers active in Italy, France, and Spain during this era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stag, with its dramatic multi-branch antlers and elegant posture, forms a commanding centerpiece, while the doe offers a poised and graceful counterpart. Together, they create a sculptural duet ideal for entry halls, boutique interiors, hotels, luxury retail spaces, or sophisticated residential settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese pieces are typical of the refined brass craftsmanship produced for the high-end decorative market in the 1960s–70s, where artisan workshops executed designs for major design houses. 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He discovered a passion for art at age ten, encouraged by a teacher who noticed his talent, though music dominated his teenage years before drawing pulled him back around eighteen, leading him through courses in Paris and Geneva. In 1987 he settled in the province of Vicenza, where he fell for sculpture and began experimenting with the local stone alongside marble, wood, and clay. Largely self-taught, he studied informally with sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramicist Antonio Visentin. Cabiddu’s practice today centers on abstract, architecturally-minded stone sculpture — modular, geometric forms that draw comparisons to Brancusi, Nevelson, and Noguchi, while remaining rooted in the specific material culture of Vicenza’s quarries, the same stone Palladio built with centuries earlier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrammenti will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. 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The piece stages a dialogue between raw, deliberately fractured stone at its crown and precisely faceted planes below — a stepped profile, a punched rectangular void, and a deep, sweeping arc carved into the block’s face. That contrast between the untouched, quarry-like edge and the crisp geometry beneath is the sculpture’s central tension: nature interrupted by intention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding 32 cm (12.6 in.) high, 15 cm (5.9 in.) wide, and 10 cm (3.9 in.) deep, on a custom walnut base measuring 35 cm (13.8 in.) by 17 cm (6.7 in.) by 17 cm (6.7 in.), the sculpture reads differently from every angle — a quality Cabiddu builds into his totems, rewarding viewers who walk around the piece rather than fixing it to a single silhouette. The soft, warm tone and fine grain of the limestone catch light unevenly across its planes, animating the surface throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePietra di Vicenza is a prized Italian limestone quarried in the Colli Berici near Vicenza, in the Veneto — the same stone historically used in the region’s Renaissance architecture, including buildings by Andrea Palladio. Its soft, creamy palette and workable, medium-grain texture have made it a favored material for both classical construction and contemporary sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the artist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alberto Cabiddu was born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1966 and discovered his artistic talent at age ten. After a youth more focused on music, his interest in drawing resurfaced in his late teens, taking him briefly to Paris before he returned to Geneva to study. In 1987, he relocated to the province of Vicenza, where he began working with local Vicenza stone, marble, wood, and clay — learning from sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramicist Antonio Visentin, though he remains largely self-taught. Cabiddu spent decades developing his practice in relative privacy before beginning to share his sculptural work more widely, and today focuses on abstract, architecturally-inflected stone forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compelling addition for collectors of postmodern sculpture, Italian stone-carving traditions, or architectural abstraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrammenti IV will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. 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Composed of stepped, interlocking volumes — a tall vertical mass notched by a smaller cubic form at its base — the work reads like several fragments assembled into one composition, though nothing is actually joined. Carved entirely by subtraction from one continuous mass, “Frammenti II” creates the illusion of separate, interlocking parts — the cube at its base appears almost detached from the main body, despite being carved from the same stone. The title points to this optical fragmentation: forms that seem pieced together, part monument, part machine, though none are separate at all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabiddu carves each plane with a sculptor’s patience, letting the stone’s own fossilized texture and warm ochre inclusions do part of the work — the surface is never smoothed for smoothness’s sake, but left slightly porous and sun-baked in character, echoing the material’s centuries-long use on the façades and staircases of the Veneto. The piece is mounted on a fitted walnut base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt just 21 cm tall, “Frammenti II” is one of Cabiddu’s more intimate works — ideal for a console, shelf, or desk, where its shifting planes and shadow-play reward close viewing. It sits comfortably alongside collections of postmodern and mid-century sculpture, and among admirers of Brâncuși, Hepworth, or Noguchi’s more architectural output.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Pietra di Vicenza\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Also known as Nanto stone, Pietra di Vicenza is a soft, warm-toned limestone quarried from the Berici hills near Vicenza. A sedimentary stone flecked with fossils and shells, it has been prized since the Renaissance by architects including Andrea Palladio, Falconetto, and Sansovino for villas, staircases, and garden sculpture across the Veneto. 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Standing nearly a meter tall, the work presents two ebonized wood columns in quiet conversation — one gouged with a rhythmic, hand-tooled bark-like texture and punctuated by a pair of sculpted spheres, the other a smooth, undulating form that curves like a worn river stone. Wedged between them, a raw, unstained oak element pierced with circular voids breaks through the blackened surface, its warm grain the only note of natural color in an otherwise monochrome composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece reads as a study in fraternity and contrast: rough versus smooth, dark versus light, concealment versus exposure. Cabiddu, self-taught and largely uninterested in exhibiting his work, developed his sculptural vocabulary after settling near Vicenza in 1987, drawing on the region’s stone and woodworking traditions while studying informally alongside sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramicist Antonio Visentin. His totemic, architectonic forms recall the carved wood assemblages of Louise Nevelson and the organic minimalism of Brâncuși, yet remain distinctly his own — built from an intuitive, private practice rather than academic training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly in recent years has a small body of Cabiddu’s work become available to collectors. “Fratelli” is a striking, gallery-scale example, equally at home as a freestanding sculptural statement in a contemporary interior or as an architectural anchor in a collector’s grouping of postmodern Italian design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e H 92 x W 25 x D 25 cm (approx. 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The rough, unfinished crown of the head contrasts beautifully with the smoothly worked torso, a signature move that lets the natural, pitted texture of the stone read as both ancient artifact and modern gesture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlberto Cabiddu, born in Geneva in 1966, discovered sculpture after relocating to the Vicenza countryside in 1987, where he became immersed in local materials — Pietra di Vicenza limestone, marble, wood, and clay. Largely self-taught, with only informal guidance from sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramist Antonio Visentin, Cabiddu has spent decades quietly developing a personal language of abstraction rather than promoting his work commercially, giving his pieces a rare, unmediated authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitled to evoke the small votive idols of prehistoric and archaic cultures, this piece channels that same totemic stillness. Its dating to 1996 places it early in Cabiddu’s mature abstract period, when he was refining the pared-down, monolithic vocabulary that now defines his practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiccolo Idolo will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden case. Cost of transport to the US, Euro 295, is case included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. 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Standing 35 x 17 x 17 cm (13.8 x 6.7 x 6.7 in) on a fitted walnut base, the piece is built from a stack of interlocking planes, stepped notches, and one deep, spiraling void that curls through the block like a carved initial. Viewed from each side, the composition shifts entirely — a hallmark of Cabiddu’s practice, where a single stone yields several distinct silhouettes depending on the angle of approach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe title, meaning “Fragments,” speaks to Cabiddu’s method: rather than modeling a single continuous form, he builds his totems from interrupted, abutting volumes, giving the piece the feel of an artifact assembled from broken pieces. The result sits at the crossroads of Cubist fragmentation and the pierced, biomorphic abstraction associated with Barbara Hepworth — the same interplay of solid mass and negative space that made her stone carvings so radical — while the blocky, stepped verticality recalls Constantin Brâncuși’s studio totems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabiddu, born in Geneva in 1966, settled in the province of Vicenza in 1987 and is largely self-taught, having studied briefly under sculptor Agostino Gallio. For decades he worked in near-total privacy, uninterested in exhibiting; only in recent years has his output — carved almost exclusively from local Vicenza stone, marble, wood, and clay — begun reaching collectors. That scarcity, combined with the hand-worked immediacy of his surfaces, makes an early, dated piece like this a rare find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fitting centerpiece for a console, plinth, or shelf, “Frammenti III” rewards rotation — no two views are the same.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrammenti III will be shipped insured overseas in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to the US, Euro 325, is crate included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick-up by appointment only.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are a 1stDibs Platinum dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alberto Cabiddu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54195818004823,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/files\/DSC_9691.jpg?v=1785499291"},{"product_id":"massa-continua-interlocking-abstract-sculpture-by-alberto-cabiddu-pietra-di-vicenza-1999","title":"“Massa Continua” – Interlocking Abstract Sculpture by Alberto Cabiddu, Pietra di Vicenza, 1999","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImporting Art into the United States is exempt from all U.S. tariffs but please, do check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlberto Cabiddu “Massa Continua” Modernist Stone Sculpture, Italy, 1999\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Massa Continua,” carved in 1999 by Italian sculptor Alberto Cabiddu, distills mass and movement into a single continuous gesture. Two interlocking volumes twist through one another in soft, biomorphic curves, opening a square negative space at their center — the sculpture’s title, “continuous mass,” speaks directly to this sense of unbroken flow between solid and void. Worked from Pietra di Vicenza, the honey-toned Italian limestone historically used in Palladian architecture, the piece pairs an almost architectural monumentality with an intimate, tabletop scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact and self-possessed at H. 17 x W. 24 x D. 24 cm (H. 6.7 x W. 9.4 x D. 9.4 in.), “Massa Continua” reads as a maquette for a much larger public work, while standing entirely on its own as a sculptural object — equally at home on a console, plinth, or shelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlberto Cabiddu, born in Geneva in 1966, found his way to sculpture after relocating to the province of Vicenza in 1987, where he began working the local stone alongside marble, wood, and clay, studying under sculptor Agostino Gallio and ceramicist Antonio Visentin. 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