1950s Frederic Weinberg "Fencer" Wrought Iron Wall Sculpture

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1950s Frederic Weinberg Wrought Iron Wall Sculpture of a Fencer

Offered for sale is a wonderful wrought iron "Fencer" wall … Read more 1950s Frederic Weinberg Wrought Iron Wall Sculpture of a Fencer

Offered for sale is a wonderful wrought iron "Fencer" wall sculpture by Frederic Weinberg in the 1950s. The sculpture depicts a man in fencing gear and in a lunging stance. 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.

Although the piece is unmarked, the sculpture is well known and can be easily documented online. It is guaranteed to be a Weinberg original.


Although little is known about Weinberg’s design career, his pieces are highly sought by modern art collectors and interior designers.

Dimensions: Height: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)
Width: 43.5 in (110.49 cm)
Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm) See less