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Antique 1870s French Gothic Revival Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique 1880s French Aesthetic Movement Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
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Late 20th Century British French Provincial Table Lamps
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Marble, Spelter, Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Ceramic, Majolica
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Busts
Carrara Marble
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Garniture
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Figurative Sculptures
Griotte Marble, Spelter
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Oil
1910s Barbizon School Landscape Paintings
Oil, Illustration Board
Antique 19th Century French Mannerist Figurative Sculptures
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Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Plywood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends
Marble, Silver Plate
Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Inkwells
Marble, Metal
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
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Antique 19th Century European Ceramics
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Antique Late 19th Century European Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
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Finding the Right figurative-sculptures for You
Figurative sculpture is a modern art form in which artists create work that is typically representative of the visible world. However, sculptures that are considered to be figurative in style can definitely be inclusive of abstract elements. A wide range of antique, new and vintage figurative sculptures has been made over the years by both well-known and emerging artists, and these pieces can prove striking and provocative as part of your home decor.
Realistic representation in visual art has a very long history. And while figurative artists, whether figurative painters or sculptors, find inspiration in humans, animals and real-life objects, good figurative sculptures can make us think differently about how the real world should look. Just as figurative paintings might include Photorealistic human likenesses, they can also include elements of Surrealism and can suggest a creative and alternative reality. Figurative sculptures aren’t always realistic impressions of our world — depictions of the human form in classical Greek sculpture, for example, might emphasize beauty and physical perfection.
There are a variety of figurative sculptures on 1stDibs created by artists working in a number of styles, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, mid-century modern and more. A large figurative sculpture can introduce an excellent focal point in a guest bedroom, while smaller works might draw the eye to spaces such as wall shelving or a bookcase that people may otherwise overlook.
When decorating your living room, dining room, home office and study areas with figurative sculptures, don’t be afraid to choose bold colors to inject brightness into neutral spaces. Texture is another factor to consider when purchasing figurative sculptures. A highly textural work of ceramics or wood will catch the eye in a sleek modern space, whereas a smooth, flat glass sculpture can offer an often much-needed contrast in a room that already has many textures.
On 1stDibs, find antique, new or vintage figurative sculpture or other kinds of sculpture for your home decor today.
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