Black Americana Sculptures
Early 20th Century High Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Aluminum
1990s Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Metal, Other
1990s Steampunk Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Metal, Other
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Iron
Antique 1810s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
People Also Browsed
Early 20th Century Austrian Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Toys and Dolls
Leather, Bakelite
Antique 1890s American Victorian Toys and Dolls
Wood
Early 20th Century English Toys and Dolls
Metal
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Toys and Dolls
Fabric, Fur, Wool, Glass, Wood
Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Tin
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Fabric
Early 20th Century Toys and Dolls
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Toys and Dolls
Ceramic, Leather, Plastic
Early 20th Century European Expressionist Toys and Dolls
Silk, Plexiglass
Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Iron
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Tin
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Toys and Dolls
Metal
Antique 1890s French Romantic Toys and Dolls
Silver
Recent Sales
Antique 19th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures
Vintage 1940s American Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Early 20th Century American Industrial Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Sculptures
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Brass
Late 20th Century American Wall-mounted Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Animal Sculptures
Iron
Late 20th Century American Classical Abstract Sculptures
Fabric
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Wood
20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Wood, Gesso, Pigment
Antique 19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
Finding the Right sculptures for You
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
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