African Beaded Head
21st Century and Contemporary Cameroonian Tribal Art
Beads
Mid-20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Tribal Art
Wood
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art
Metal
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art
Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Cameroonian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Beads, Clay
Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Sculptures
Clay, Beads
21st Century and Contemporary South African Campaign Wall-mounted Sculpt...
Glass
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art
Metal
Late 20th Century Cameroonian Figurative Sculptures
Clay, Beads
Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Sculptures
Beads, Clay
21st Century and Contemporary Cameroonian Folk Art Busts
Clay, Beads
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art
Fabric, Beads
Late 20th Century Nigerian Masks
Crystal
Late 20th Century African Sculptures
Beads
Late 20th Century African Sculptures
Beads
Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
People Also Browsed
2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Ash
Mid-20th Century German Armchairs
Steel
20th Century Beninese Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel, Iron
Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Masks
Wood
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Pillows and Throws
Cotton
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Animal Sculptures
Soapstone
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Wood, Upholstery
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Masks
Wood
Antique Early 1900s German Jugendstil Jewelry Boxes
Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc
Early 20th Century Moroccan Other Armchairs
Bone, Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
2010s American Animal Sculptures
Feathers
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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.
Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There are varying traditional names for African head wraps, head ties or head scarves — the head wrap may be called “dhuku” (Shona), “duku” (Chichewa) or “gele” (Yoruba). It is worn for various reasons and has various functions. In Nigeria, head wraps can be quite ornamental and elaborate as compared to their conservative counterparts in South Africa. The motifs might include nagas and other mythological beings and are embedded in the textile to convey sacred themes, often including protection of the wearer from evil forces. On 1stDibs, you can find early 20th century tribal head wraps from different parts of Africa.
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