Salvatore Melani Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Salvatore Melani Art Value Price Guide

Jan. 19, 2025
Salvatore Melani Art Deco Signed Monumental Bronze circa 1930
Est: $1,500 - $15,000
Keywords: Art Nouveau Deco naturalistic form, bronze sculpture, female form, expressive craftsmanship, Italian artistic tradition, intricate detailing, coastal theme, seagulls Salvatore Melani's monumental bronze sculpture depicts a nude figure soaring alongside seagulls, embodying fluid motion and freedom. Circa 1930's or 1940's Artist Bio: Salvatore Melani was an Italian sculptor born in Florence in 1901. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence and later worked in Paris, where he was influenced by the Art Deco movement. Melani was known for his Art Deco sculptures, which were often made of bronze and depicted human figures in stylized, geometric forms. He exhibited his work in Italy and abroad, including at the Venice Biennale. Melani died in Florence in 1972.
Collective Hudson, LLC
Nov. 17, 2024
Salvatore Melani Art Deco Signed Large Bronze Nude figure With Seagulls
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Keywords: Art Nouveau Deco naturalistic form, bronze sculpture, female form, expressive craftsmanship, Italian artistic tradition, intricate detailing, coastal theme, seagulls Salvatore Melani's large bronze sculpture depicts a nude figure soaring alongside seagulls, embodying fluid motion and freedom.1930's or 1940's Artist Bio: Salvatore Melani was an Italian sculptor born in Florence in 1901. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence and later worked in Paris, where he was influenced by the Art Deco movement. Melani was known for his Art Deco sculptures, which were often made of bronze and depicted human figures in stylized, geometric forms. He exhibited his work in Italy and abroad, including at the Venice Biennale. Melani died in Florence in 1972.
Collective Hudson, LLC
Nov. 17, 2024
Art Deco sculpture in painted plaster - signed Salvatore Melani
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MELANI SALVATORE (1902 - 1934) Art Deco sculpture in painted plaster - signed Salvatore Melani MELANI SALVATORE (1902 - 1934) sculptuur in beschilderde en gepatineerde gips : "Lopende panter" - hoogte en breedte : 23,5 en 64 cm getekend
DVC
Nov. 13, 2024
SALVATORE MELANI (1902-1934), ITA
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Salvatore Melani (1902-1934), Italian Art Deco sculptor, female nude swimming on a wave, accompanied by two seagulls, patinated bronze on marble plinth, signed on the reverse, overall dimensions 53 x 80 x 22 cm
Historia Auctionata
Oct. 09, 2024
Salvatore Melani Bronze Mussel Shell Lobster Tray
Est: $500 - $1,500
An antique silver-plated bronze centerpiece tray designed by Salvatore Melani, shaped in the form of a mussel shell. The teardrop-shaped tray features a highly detailed lobster motif, prominently placed at the narrow end, providing a striking marine-inspired design. The tray rests on three shell-shaped feet, adding stability and elegance to its form. The lobster is finely crafted, showcasing lifelike detailing, while the mussel shell surface texture enhances the naturalistic quality of the piece. The underside is marked "Melani." Created with SnapGenie Dimensions: 3 X 23.5 X 10 in. Condition: Good overall antique condition having average surface wear and patina. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery offers in-house ground contiguous USA domestic shipping, excluding New Mexico, for $95 plus insurance. Gallery will refer third party shippers for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Local Delivery: Florida door-to-door hand delivery service available for this lot; contact Toti@Zemaqua.com for an estimate.
Hill Auction Gallery
Sep. 01, 2024
Sculpture: Bronze and ivory Art Deco - Elegant - signed MELANI Salvatore
Est: €80 - €120
Sculpture: Bronze et ivoirine Art Déco -Elegante- signé *MELANI S.* (Salvatore) (1902-1934) circa 1930 H:41cm Sculpture : Bronze et ivoirine Art Déco - Elegante - signé MELANI Salvatore
Monsantic.com
Aug. 28, 2024
SALVATORE MELANI (1902-1934), ITALIAN
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Salvatore Melani (1902-1934), Italian Art Deco sculptor, female nude swimming on a wave, accompanied by two seagulls, patinated bronze on marble plinth, signed on the reverse, overall dimensions 53 x 80 x 22 cm
Historia Auctionata
Aug. 05, 2024
Salvatore MELANI (1902–1934) Diana and Cupid Bronze, in a green patina, on a black marble plinth base 49cm high, 80cm wide, 25cm deep
Est: $800 - $1,200
Salvatore MELANI (1902–1934) Diana and Cupid Bronze, in a green patina, on a black marble plinth base Cast with incised signature to the reverse: Bronze par S. Melani 49cm high, 80cm wide, 25cm deep
Leonard Joel
Jul. 10, 2024
PLASTER SCULPTURE LEDA AND THE SWAN BY SALVATORE MELANI
Est: €400 - €600
SALVATORE MELANI (Italia 1902 - 1934) Leda e il cigno, anni '20 Scultura in gesso patinato, cm. 28,5 x 63 x 15 Firma al retro Numero 3068 e timbro, al retro Difetti
Casa d'Aste Babuino
May. 29, 2024
SALVATORE MELANI BRONZE, MAN AND PANTHER.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Salvatore Melani (1902-1934) bronze sculpture, man with a spear being attacked by a panther, signed on man’s belt, S. Melani. Two separate pieces mounted on to black marble base. Overall 17”H x 37.5”L x 8.75”D.
William Smith Auctions
May. 08, 2024
Salvatore Melani, Italy, 1902-1934, Two Seagulls on the Wave
Est: €400 - €800
Salvatore Melani Italy, 1902-1934 Two seagulls on the wave Bronze Red marble base Height 45 cm, width 60 cm, depth 21 cm Signed "Bronze par S. Melani" and Provenance: Private collection from the Cologne area La Petite Fortune In private collection in Dresden since 2014
Tiberius Auctions
Mar. 24, 2024
Lady in black sculpture, Melani
Est: $400 - $600
Seated woman, bronze and paint sculpture on marble base, ca 1920, signed S. Melani on the back.
4th Meridian Fine Art
Dec. 11, 2023
SALVATORE MELANI (1902-1934) - Figurative table lamp
Est: €225 - €300
Italy, c.1930, table lamp with marble base, in patinated antimony depicting a female figure holding a book, spherical diffuser in marbled glass, electrified, signed. Signs of use. Dim.:24x44.5x12cm
Marques dos Santos
Nov. 19, 2023
Lady in black sculpture, Melani
Est: $400 - $600
Seated woman, bronze and paint sculpture on marble base, ca 1920, signed S. Melani on the back.
4th Meridian Fine Art
Nov. 15, 2023
Salvatore Melani, Italy, 1902-1934, Two seagulls on the wave
Est: €400 - €800
Salvatore Melani Italy, 1902-1934 Two seagulls on the wave Bronze Red marble base Height 45 cm, width 60 cm, depth 21 cm Signed "Bronze par S. Melani" b. Provenance: Private collection from Cologne area La Petite Fortune Since 2014 in Dresden private collection
Tiberius Auctions
Sep. 30, 2023
Salvatore Melani, Kneeling Archer Bronze
Est: $600 - $800
(Italian, 1902-34). Art deco green patinated bronze of archer, bow unscrews from figure, signed "S. Melani," on slate base, 15 in. H., 23 1/2 in. L.
Alex Cooper
Sep. 12, 2023
Art Deco Painted Plasterware Bust, Salvatore Melani (1902-1934)
Est: $400 - $800
Art Deco Painted Plasterware Bust, Salvatore Melani (1902-1934), signed. Size: 20'' x 10'' x 10'' (51 x 25 x 25 cm). Provenance: Ilene Wood Collection.
Material Culture
Jun. 27, 2023
Salvatore Melani (Italian, 1902-1934). An Art Deco bronze figure of a female archer, 57cm wide, 17cm deep, 38cm high
Est: £500 - £800
Salvatore Melani (Italian, 1902-1934). An Art Deco bronze figure of a female archer, kneeling upon a marble plinth, signed in the bronze,
Gorringes
Jun. 22, 2023
MELANI, SALVATORE (NACH) (1902 - 1934). ART-DÉCO-FIGURENGRUPPE: DAME MIT HUNDEN.
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MELANI, Salvatore (nach)(1902 - 1934) Art-déco-Figurengruppe: Dame mit Hunden Metallguss patiniert/gefasst, Bein, verschiedenfarbige Marmor-Plinthe. Bezeichnet. H 41 cm, gesamt 44 x 70 x 17 cm. 13,1 kg. Zwischen den beiden Windhunden stehende junge Frau im Etuikleid Kopf der Frau geklebt, Frau jünger gefasst, Risse in den Händen, Kratzer am Hund, Abplatzer am Marmor. MELANI, Salvatore (after)(1902 - 1934) Art deco figural group: lady with dogs Cast metal patinated / set, bone, different colored marble plinth. Inscribed. H 41 cm, total 44 x 70 x 17 cm. 13.1 kg. Between the two greyhounds standing young woman in sheath dress Head of the woman glued, woman younger set, cracks in the hands, scratches on the dog, chipping on the marble. *This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.
Auktionshaus Wendl
May. 19, 2023
Salvatore Melani, bronze Art Deco sculpture
Est: $700 - $1,000
Salvatore Melani (Italian, 1902-1934), Athlete, dark patinated cast bronze, inscribed "S. Melani / 1st Prix de Rome" on marble base, 17"h x 27.5"w x 9"d (total)
Millea Bros Ltd
May. 07, 2023
Lady in black sculpture, Melani
Est: $400 - $600
seated woman, bronze and paint sculpture on marble base, ca 1920, signed S. Melani on the back.
4th Meridian Fine Art
Mar. 05, 2023
Lady in black sculpture, Melani
Est: $400 - $600
Seated woman, bronze and paint sculpture on marble base, ca 1920, signed S. Melani on the back.
4th Meridian Fine Art
Feb. 11, 2023
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934)
Est: €400 - €600
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) Bronze Ballerina on marble base, signed. Brons Ballerina op marmeren voet, getekend.
Maison Jules Veilinghuis
Jan. 19, 2023
Salvatore Melani (1902-1934), Itali
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Salvatore Melani (1902-1934), Italian sculptor of the Art Deco, sitting African boy, painted ceramic on stone plinth, attribute in the raised hand missing, minimally bumped, signed u. inscribed ''Deposée B.B.'' on the reverse, 28 x 38 x 13,5 cm
Historia Auctionata
Dec. 10, 2022
FRENCH ART DECO BRONZE PHEASANT BIRD SCULPTURE
Est: $100 - $150
A vintage early 1930s bronze sculpture depicting a pheasant bird with a splayed tail. This piece seems to be an unsigned work by Salvatore Melanien (1902 to 1934), aka S Melani. The figure is installed on a black marble base. The style of the sculpture refers to the Art Deco imagery with its interest in geometrical design and exotica. Similar items were often produced in France and Austria in the beginning of the 20th century when the art of bronze flourished across Europe. Collectible Bronze Items For Interior Decor.
Antique Arena Inc
Oct. 19, 2022
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934)
Est: €300 - €500
Ballerine Bronze signé sur le pied Repose sur un socle en marbre Ht totale: 42 cm
Hotel des Ventes Mosan
Sep. 22, 2022
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) 'Lady with greyhounds' an art deco statue. (L: 16 x W: 75 x H: 44 cm)
Est: €240 - €340
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) 'Lady with greyhounds' an art deco statue. Signed. Dimensions: (L: 16 x W: 75 x H: 44 cm)
Flanders Auctions
Sep. 04, 2022
Sculpture: Art Deco Metal - Archer - in the style of MELANI SALVATORE
Est: €150 - €250
Sculpture Métal Art Déco -Archer- dans le style de *MELANI S.* (SALVATORE) (1902-1934) 42x55x13cm sur socle en marbre (écl) circa 1930 Sculpture: Art Deco Metal - Archer - in the style of MELANI SALVATORE
Monsantic.com
Jun. 26, 2022
Sculpture: Brown patina bronze - Panther hunter - signed MELANI Salvatore
Est: €400 - €600
Sculpture en bronze patine brune -Chasseur de panthère- signé *MELANI S.* (Salvatore) (1902-1934) sur socle en marbre 43x108x19.5cm Sculpture: Brown patina bronze - Panther hunter - signed MELANI Salvatore
Monsantic.com
Apr. 05, 2022
SALVATORE MELANI (1902-1934) BRONZE PHEASANT SCULPTURE - 20th Century, Italian. Gold painted bronze of golden pheasant on grey marble base. Signed on tip of the tail. H. 9” X W. 21” sculpture, H. 1” X W. 29” base. Condition: Possibly legs repaired.
Est: $300 - $500
SALVATORE MELANI (1902-1934) BRONZE PHEASANT SCULPTURE - 20th Century, Italian. Gold painted bronze of golden pheasant on grey marble base. Signed on tip of the tail. H. 9” X W. 21” sculpture, H. 1” X W. 29” base. Condition: Possibly legs repaired.
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Mar. 31, 2022
Salvatore Melani (1902-1934), Ita
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Salvatore Melani (1902-1934), Italian sculptor of the Art Deco, seated lady with a greyhound, metal casting polychrome patinated, hands and head of plastic, oblong black marble plinth, incised signature in the plinth, overall - h. 30 cm, w. 58 cm
Historia Auctionata
Feb. 09, 2022
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) 'Lady with greyhound' an art deco statue made of spelter. (H:31cm)
Est: €150 - €250
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) 'Lady with greyhound' an art deco statue made of spelter. (22 x 61 x 31 cm)
Flanders Auctions
Nov. 17, 2021
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) a statue of 2 greyhounds made of bronze in art deco.
Est: €300 - €500
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) a statue of 2 greyhounds made of bronze in art deco. Marked. Measurements without base. (8 x 55 x 20 cm)
Flanders Auctions
Sep. 25, 2021
Melani, Salvatore (1902-1934) nach
Est: €100 - €120
Athletischer Männerhalbakt als Bogenschütze (ohne Bogen). Bronzierter Gips (best., Kratzer, li. Oberschenkel mit Riss). Auf Felssockel bez. und dat. 2005. Auf ebonisierten Holzsockel (Farbverluste). L. 52 cm.
Dannenberg
Sep. 11, 2021
SALVATORE MELANI, SITZENDE DAME MIT EINEM WINDHUND
Est: €150 - €300
SALVATORE MELANI 1902 - 1934 tätig in Frankreich Sitzende Dame mit einem Windhund Régule, dunkel patinier, Bakelit (?), schwarzer Marmor. Ges.- H. 30 cm, B. 57 cm. Auf dem Sockel bezeichnet 'S. Melani'. Part. stark besch. und rest.
Hargesheimer Kunstauktionen Düsseldorf
Sep. 13, 2020
Melani Art Deco Bronze Woman with Dogs Sculpture
Est: $800 - $1,200
Salvatore Melani (Italian 1902 - 1934) Art Deco bronze woman running with two greyhounds, on black marble base, stamped "Melani." 18.5" H x 31.75" W x 8.75" D. Chip to corner of base.
Auctions at Showplace
Sep. 06, 2020
Salvatore Melani
Est: -
(1902 - 1934. Italienisch-französischer Bildhauer) /T/Schleichender Panther// Gips, gefasst. Sign. bzw. bez. "S. MELANI". Ger. best.; L. 63,5 cm. /V/Painted plaster figure. Signed or inscribed "S. MELANI". Minor chips.// $P#
Kunstauktionshaus Schloss Ahlden
Jul. 24, 2020
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) La Chasse à la Panthère.
Est: €200 - €300
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) La Chasse à la Panthère. Bronze à patine brune sur un socle en marbre. Signé. L. : 102 cm.
MaisonRC
May. 07, 2020
Fred PAILHES (1902-1991), Eglise Saint François, huile sur isorel, signée en bas à gauche - 39 cm x
Est: €150 - €200
Fred PAILHES (1902-1991), Eglise Saint François, huile sur isorel, signée en bas à gauche - 39 cm x 31 cm
Le Havre Encheres
May. 04, 2020
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) - Quatre enfants rieurs terre cuite peinte en blanc - Signée - H. 23 cm
Est: €60 - €80
Salvatore MELANI (1902-1934) - Quatre enfants rieurs terre cuite peinte en blanc - Signée - H. 23 cm, L.52 cm, P. 12 cm (egrenures)
Le Havre Encheres
Apr. 25, 2020
Salvatore Melani, "Sitzende Dame mit Windhund"
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italienischer Bildhauer des Art Déco (1902 - 1934), Zinkspritzguss geschwärzt, Art Déco, rückseitig signiert, junges Mädchen mit langem Kleid, daneben sitzender Windhund, Kleid mit Golddekor, auf ovalem Marmorsockel, Gesicht und Hände aus geschnitztem Elfenbein, Restaurationsobjekt, eine Hand fehlt, Kopf mit Spannungsrissen und verwittert, leicht berieben, 30 x 58 cm (HxL); Young woman with greyhound on a marble plinth, zinc, ivory carved hand and head, one hand is missing, head with stress cracks and surface corrosion, restoration object
Kunst- und Auktionshaus Quedlinburg
Mar. 10, 2020
Salvatore Melani (1902-1934). An Art Deco bronze figure of an archer, W.24in.
Est: £600 - £800
Salvatore Melani (1902-1934). An Art Deco bronze figure of an archer, on variegated marble plinth, W.24in.
Gorringes
Oct. 19, 2019
Salvatore Melani, "Sitzende Dame mit Windhund"
Est: -
italienischer Bildhauer des Art Déco (1902 - 1934), Zinkspritzguss geschwärzt, Art Déco, rückseitig signiert, junges Mädchen mit langem Kleid, daneben sitzender Windhund, Kleid mit Golddekor, auf ovalem Marmorsockel, Gesicht und Hände aus geschnitztem Elfenbein, Restaurationsobjekt, eine Hand fehlt, Kopf mit Spannungsrissen / verwittert, leicht berieben, 30 x 58 cm (HxL); Young woman with greyhound on a marble plinth, zinc, ivory carved hand and head, one hand is missing, the head has surface corrosion, restoration objet
Kunst- und Auktionshaus Quedlinburg
Jul. 21, 2018
CHAMAILLERIE FELINE BY SALVATORE MELANI (ITALIAN, 1902-1934).
Est: $600 - $900
CHAMAILLERIE FELINE BY SALVATORE MELANI (ITALIAN, 1902-1934). Bronze, early 20th century, signed "Bronze - par S. Melani", on beige marble, laid on black slate. Two panthers playing. Sculpture: 11"h. 27"l. Base: 35.5"l. 8.5"w.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jun. 19, 2018
SALVATORE MELANI (1902 - 1934)"PANTERA NERA"ART DÈCO SCULPTURE. FRANCE, 1930CA. BLACK AND GRAY PATINATED PLASTER. SIGNED "S. MELANI" AT THE BASE AND "S.A.P 3136 DEPOSÉ" INSCRIBED. (32X87X19 CM.) (MAJOR DEFECTS AND RESTORATIONS)"PANTERA NERA"SCULTURA ART DÉCO. FRANCIA, 1930CA. GESSO PATINATO NERO E GRIGIO. RECANTE FIRMA "S. MELANI" ALLA BASE E INSCRITTO "S.A.P. 3136 DEPOSÉ". (CM 32X87X19) (GRAVI DIFETTI E RESTAURI)
Est: €1,100 - €1,200
Salvatore Melani (1902 - 1934)"Pantera nera"Art dèco sculpture. France, 1930ca. Black and gray patinated plaster. Signed "S. Melani" at the base and "S.A.P 3136 Deposé" inscribed. (32x87x19 cm.) (major defects and restorations)"Pantera nera"Scultura Art déco. Francia, 1930ca. Gesso patinato nero e grigio. Recante firma "S. Melani" alla base e inscritto "S.A.P. 3136 Deposé". (cm 32x87x19) (gravi difetti e restauri)
Il Ponte Auction House
May. 15, 2018
Salvatore Melani (Italian 1902-1934)/An Art Deco bronze of a nymph with seagulls jumping from a wave, signed verso, on on oval marble plinth, 80cm wide
Est: £800 - £1,200
Salvatore Melani (Italian 1902-1934)/An Art Deco bronze of a nymph with seagulls jumping from a wave, signed verso, on on oval marble plinth, 80cm wide
Chorley's
Apr. 29, 2018
19th c. Italian Art Deco signed bronze nude swimmer
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Salvatore Melani (Italian 1902-1934) Art Deco patinated bronze depicting a nude swimmer frolicking with seagulls amidst waves. resting on a black marble base, marked impressed in cast 'Bronze par S. Melani', 21"h x 31.5"l x 8.5"d.
Great Gatsby's Auction Gallery, Inc.
Mar. 06, 2018
Salvatore Melani. A 1930's gilt bronze figure of a dancer, height 19in.
Est: £600 - £800
Salvatore Melani. A 1930''s gilt bronze figure of a dancer, modelled poised on one leg, raised on a stepped oval antic-verdi marble base, signed ''S.Melani'' to bronze plinth, height 19in.
Gorringes