Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
American
Avid collectors of 1950s sculpture, table lamps and decorative objects have no doubt encountered the quirky mid-century modern creations of Frederic Weinberg, even if they didn’t know his name. Weinberg is best known for his extensive range of wall-mounted sculptures, clocks, lighting and semi-abstract paintings that bring playful figurative art into the home.
Weinberg, a Philadelphia-based artist and industrial designer, trained at the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. Throughout the 1950s, he designed, produced and sold a wide variety of functional and decorative items under his company, Frederic Weinberg Co.
Working with wire, iron and gilded bronze, Weinberg crafted furniture and furnishings for use in homes, businesses and institutions. His most notable pieces included swivel stools with a wrought-iron base and seats made with leather, sheepskin or woven wicker; Atomic Age–style clocks; and sculptural table lamps constructed with paper shades and metal frames shaped like lutes and guitars.
Weinberg also made figurative wall sculptures depicting everything from ancient Roman gladiators and Etruscan-style horses to musicians and dancers to fencers and football players. Figuration also features heavily in his bent iron, brass and fiberglass sculptures, many of which he based on his semi-abstract paintings.
Although little is known about Weinberg’s design career, his pieces are highly sought by modern art collectors and interior designers. Philadelphia designer Ron Rowe and his partner Glenn Nadeau even mounted an extensive showcase of Weinberg’s rarest works in their Cherry Hill, New Jersey, home.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage Frederic Weinberg wall decorations, decorative objects and seating.
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Creator: Frederic Weinberg
Pair of Frederic Weinberg Backlit Wall Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Frederic Weinberg backlit wall sculpture.
Weinberg had his factory and Showroom in Philadelphia, first on Arch Street and later in his ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
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Clay, Plaster
Mid Century Modern Frederic Weinberg Abstract Bronze Libra Zodiac Wall Sculpture
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Troy, MI
A rare Frederic Weinberg zodiac series wall mounted sculpture circa 1950s
Cast bronze modernist Libra figure with brutalist texture and subtle holes f...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
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Patinated Giraffe and Gazelle Bronze Sculptures by Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of simple and elegant figurative patinated bronze sculptures of a giraffe and gazelle by Frederic Weinberg, circa 1950s. The Minimalist and modern sculptures have a wonderful vi...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
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Bronze
Pair of Bronze Figurative Table Sculptures by Frederic Weinberg, Each is Signed
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare complementing bronze figurative sculptures by Frederic / Frederick Weinberg. Beautiful patina. Both are signed with F. W. on the underside of a foot.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
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Bronze
Pair Mid Century Frederic Weinberg Bronze Sculptures Giraffe and Gazelle Form
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Troy, MI
A pair of modernist tables sculptures by Frederic Weinberg circa 1950s
Cast bronze giraffe and gazelle
Both signed to leg interior
giraffe
3.5 x 3 x 11.5 inches
gazelle
6 x 2.5 x 6...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Frederic Weinberg Bucking Zebra Table Lamp Set, Midcentury, Signed
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Extremely rare bucking zebra plaster table lamps by iconic midcentury Philadelphia based designer - Frederic Weinberg. With manufacturers label. These are the real deal.
Philadelphia based artist and Industrial designer Frederic Weinberg produced and sold a wide variety of striking decorative and functional pieces items under a company bearing his name.
More then 50 years after ceasing production, Weinberg’s designs remain as fresh and vital as ever. His extremely stylized figures and masterfully playful use of line and negative space to convey form are an absolute delight.
Very little else is known about the man and his company. The majority of pieces attributed to him lack his signature / label. His table lamps and horse figures are thought to be earlier productions, circa 1946-1950, and marked examples are extremely rare and highly coveted.
Ruffled lampshades and vintage Chanel satin bows...
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Mid-20th Century American Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Monumental and Rare Frederick Weinberg Iron Horse Themed Wall Sculptures
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental and rare 60" Frederick Weinberg Iron Horse's on hind legs wall sculptures, truly amazing design, iron structure with enamel painted squares and rectangles, Classic midcent...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frederic Weinberg Sculptures
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Metal, Wrought Iron
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Frederic Weinberg sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Frederic Weinberg sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Frederic Weinberg sculptures, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures by Frederic Weinberg were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Herman Miller, Bob Bennett, and Charles Eames. Prices for Frederic Weinberg sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,000 and can go as high as $9,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,850.