Elisabeth Frink Furniture

British, 1930-1993

Dame Elisabeth Jean Frink was an influential English sculptor and printmaker whose work captured the complexities of the post-war era. Born in Thurlow, Suffolk, she studied at Guildford School of Art (1946–1949) under Willi Soukop, and at Chelsea School of Art (1949–1953). Frink emerged as a key figure among the Geometry of Fear sculptors, a group of post-war British artists including Reg Butler, Bernard Meadows, Kenneth Armitage, and Eduardo Paolozzi. Her oeuvre encompassed themes of masculinity, strength, and struggle, frequently depicting men, birds, dogs, and horses but rarely female forms. Her powerful sculptures and prints evoke the raw emotional aftermath of war. Frink's early years in wartime Suffolk left a profound impression on her art. She gained international recognition at the 1952 Venice Biennale, where Herbert Read hailed her as "the most vital, the most brilliant and the most promising" artist of the event. Her early success, such as Bird (1952, Tate, London), showcased her distinctive approach, blending menace and grace in avian forms. Her innovative bronze sculptures, characterised by rugged, worked surfaces, broke with traditional modelling techniques. The 1960s and 1970s marked a period of experimentation. While living in France, she produced the monumental Goggled Heads, haunting male figures exuding threat and alienation. Returning to England, her focus shifted to male nudes with powerful, barrel-chested forms and textured surfaces, exemplified by Running Man (1976, Carnegie Museum of Art). In the 1980s, Frink's career reached new heights. A retrospective at the Royal Academy in 1985 cemented her legacy, despite a demanding schedule that included major commissions like Dorset Martyrs in Dorchester. She continued to work tirelessly, contributing to public art projects, mentoring students, and serving on advisory committees. Even after being diagnosed with cancer in 1991, Frink persisted in her creative endeavors, producing her final monumental work, Risen Christ for Liverpool Cathedral, installed just days before her death on April 18, 1993. Frink's impact on sculpture extends beyond her life. Notable works like Warhorse and Walking Madonna are displayed at Chatsworth House, while Desert Quartet (1990) earned Grade II* listing in 2007, a rare honor for a contemporary piece. Her commitment to figurative art inspired the creation of the Frink School of Figurative Sculpture in 1996, a tribute to her artistic vision. David Bowie counted her among his favorite artists, owning several of her works. As Frink herself believed, sculpture transcends function, existing as an independent and sacrosanct object, harmonising with its environment while commanding a profound presence—a philosophy vividly embodied in her enduring legacy.

Creator: Elisabeth Frink

'Horse in the Rain V' Bronze Sculpture by Elisabeth Frink

$342,949

'Horse in the Rain V' Bronze Sculpture by Elisabeth Frink

By Elisabeth Frink

Located in Basildon, GB

'Horse in the Rain V' bronze sculpture by Dame Elisabeth Frink Created in 1985 Signed on the base 'Frink 5/8' Includes signed copy of 'Elisabe...

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1980s British Vintage Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

Bronze Horses Sculpture by Curtis Jere

$5,500

H 23.25 in W 11 in D 9 in

Bronze Horses Sculpture by Curtis Jere

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful 1970s cast bronze horses sculpture by renowned designers Curtis Jerè. The sculpture has a beautiful patina and its mounted on a wooden lacquer base. The sculpture is s...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

Horse Sculpture In Antique Bronze Finish On Granite Base

$1,691

H 22.64 in W 23.63 in D 7.88 in

Horse Sculpture In Antique Bronze Finish On Granite Base

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Horse Sculpture In Antique Bronze Finish On Granite Base The horse sculpture is a premium decorative item crafted from high-quality aluminium and finished in a sophisticated antique...

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2010s French Modern Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Granite, Bronze

Vintage Bronze Asian Horse Sculpture

$780Sale Price|25% Off

H 10.5 in W 11 in D 14.5 in

Vintage Bronze Asian Horse Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, TX

Elevate your home decoration with this this Stunning of vintage Dynasty style horse. Standing as a testament to intricate craftsmanship, A superb piece of folk art, featuring elegant...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

Bronze Sculpture of a Conquered Bucking Horse

$1,000Sale Price|60% Off

H 16.5 in W 20 in D 9 in

Bronze Sculpture of a Conquered Bucking Horse

By (after) Frederic Remington

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a rare and very well done bronze sculpture depicting a cowboy who is standing in the soil and has finally conquered a bucking horse in a rodeo. T...

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20th Century Unknown American Classical Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

1990s Stylized Horse Sculpture in Patinated Bronze on Base

$2,100

H 16.93 in W 17.33 in D 3.75 in

1990s Stylized Horse Sculpture in Patinated Bronze on Base

Located in Marbella, ES

A decorative sculpture in patinated bronze depicting a stylized horse with elegant lines and elongated proportions, clearly influenced by Art Nouveau. The figure is presented in a dy...

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1990s Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

Carl Milles Horse's Head Bronze Sculpture

$6,995

H 6.3 in Dm 9.26 in

Carl Milles Horse's Head Bronze Sculpture

By Carl Milles

Located in Malmö, SE

Carl Milles (1875-1955), after, bronze sculpture of a horse's head. Marked Millesgården. Great condition. Born in Uppsala, Sweden, Carl Milles, whose origi...

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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

French Large Bronze Horse Sculpture on Bronze Base

$2,400

H 15.5 in W 24 in D 7 in

French Large Bronze Horse Sculpture on Bronze Base

Located in Montreal, Quebec

A majestic trotting horse cast in bronze. The wind blows through its mane and tail to create the striking impression that the horse is in movement. This sculpture is mounted on a rou...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

Bronze Thoroughbred Horse Sculpture

$1,450

H 9.5 in W 11.5 in D 2.5 in

Bronze Thoroughbred Horse Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

This American cast bronze thoroughbred stands exactly as every great racehorse should: collected, disciplined, muscles quiet beneath the skin, every ounce of energy held in reserve. ...

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20th Century American Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

1990s Bronze Horse Sculpture in the Style of the Trojan period

$2,100

H 16.93 in W 13 in D 4.73 in

1990s Bronze Horse Sculpture in the Style of the Trojan period

Located in Marbella, ES

This impressive bronze sculpture depicts a horse with stylized lines and an abstract design, emphasizing curved shapes and geometric patterns on its body. Its engraved base, featurin...

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Late 20th Century European Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

1980s Bronze and Glass Horse Sculpture

$373Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.15 in W 3.15 in D 1.19 in

1980s Bronze and Glass Horse Sculpture

Located in Marbella, ES

1980s bronze and glass horse sculpture.

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Late 20th Century Italian Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

Bronze Horse Sculpture by the Mexican Artist Heriberto Jaurez

$1,350

H 17.5 in W 15 in D 8 in

Bronze Horse Sculpture by the Mexican Artist Heriberto Jaurez

By Heriberto Juárez

Located in North Miami, FL

Offered for sale is a bronze sculpture of a rearing horse by the Mexican artist Heriberto Jaurez. Heriberto Juárez (March 16, 1932-August 26, 2008) was a self-taught Mexican sculptor...

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20th Century Mexican Modern Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Marble

Life Size Antique Bronze Carousel Horse Sculpture

$17,775

H 73 in W 65 in D 17 in

Life Size Antique Bronze Carousel Horse Sculpture

Located in West Hartford, CT

Magnificent antique carousel horse sculpture, all original. All dimensions are below. This is a large and heavy sculpture. The weight is approx...

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Early 20th Century Elisabeth Frink Furniture

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Bronze

Previously Available Items

Elisabeth Frink '1930-1993', Corrida Five, Lithograph, 1973, Signed And Numbered

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H 28.55 in W 36.42 in D 1.58 in

Elisabeth Frink '1930-1993', Corrida Five, Lithograph, 1973, Signed And Numbered

By Elisabeth Frink

Located in London, GB

Dame Elisabeth Frink RA (1930-1993), Corrida Five, lithograph, 1973, signed and numbered by the artist in pencil 19 of 72. Produced by Curwen Studio in London. Published by Leslie...

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