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Alabaster Sculpture by Emilio Fiaschi, Art Nouveau, Italy, Circa 1900
Alabaster Sculpture by Emilio Fiaschi, Art Nouveau, Italy, Circa 1900

Alabaster Sculpture by Emilio Fiaschi, Art Nouveau, Italy, Circa 1900

By Emilio Fiaschi

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Italian alabaster sculpture by Emilio Fiaschi (1858-1941) depicting a lady hanging in a hammock between palm trees with a companion. Both are wearing turbans and draperies. Italy, c...

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Art nouveau Sculpture"Child Couple" alabaster, signed Eugenio Battiglia, Italy
Art nouveau Sculpture"Child Couple" alabaster, signed Eugenio Battiglia, Italy

Art nouveau Sculpture"Child Couple" alabaster, signed Eugenio Battiglia, Italy

By Eugenio Battiglia

Located in Valladolid, ES

An exceptional, finely carved white alabaster sculpture depicting a young couple, signed by the Tuscan artist Eugenio Battiglia. It rests on an exquisite oval wooden base, also ornam...

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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Large Italian Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Cleopatra by Giuseppe Gambogi
Large Italian Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Cleopatra by Giuseppe Gambogi

Large Italian Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Cleopatra by Giuseppe Gambogi

By Giuseppe Gambogi

Located in London, GB

Gambogi's oeuvre spans from classical subjects to orientalist and romantic subjects, often of idealised female figure with Art Nouveau influences. His sculptures combine several medi...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Woman Sculpture or Bust
Art Nouveau Woman Sculpture or Bust

Art Nouveau Woman Sculpture or Bust

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Beautiful alabaster sculpture of an Art Nouveau lady resting on a marble plinth.

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of Young Lady, Marble Base, ca. 1900
French Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of Young Lady, Marble Base, ca. 1900

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of Young Lady, Marble Base, ca. 1900

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Nouveau Alabaster and Marble Bust of a Young Lady, France, ca. 1900 A beautiful French Art Nouveau sculpture dating from circa 1900, this elegant bust of a young lady is ...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

La Perla Alabaster Birth of Venus Table Lamp by Umberto Stiaccini
La Perla Alabaster Birth of Venus Table Lamp by Umberto Stiaccini

La Perla Alabaster Birth of Venus Table Lamp by Umberto Stiaccini

Located in New York, NY

La Perla; The Pearl  A mesmerizing alabaster table lamp depicting the birth of venus by Umberto Stiaccini. Three winged putti stand on a piece of coral as they carry a scallop shell...

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19th Century Art Nouveau Nude Sculptures

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Marble

Alabaster Bust Young Girl by Gustave Van Vaerenbergh, Belgian Art Nouveau, 1900s
Alabaster Bust Young Girl by Gustave Van Vaerenbergh, Belgian Art Nouveau, 1900s

Alabaster Bust Young Girl by Gustave Van Vaerenbergh, Belgian Art Nouveau, 1900s

By Gustave van Vaerenbergh

Located in Benalmadena, ES

This alabaster bust was carved by the Belgian sculptor Gustave Van Vaerenbergh (1873–1927) in the 1900s, during the Art Nouveau period in which he built his reputation. Van Vaerenber...

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Antique Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Bust of a Young Lady Sculpture 1900 Latour
Art Nouveau Bust of a Young Lady Sculpture 1900 Latour

Art Nouveau Bust of a Young Lady Sculpture 1900 Latour

Located in Berlin, DE

-Art Nouveau bust - Alabasta with marble pedestal - Signed latour - Good condition

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

C1920s Bust of a Woman, Alabaster Carving
C1920s Bust of a Woman, Alabaster Carving

C1920s Bust of a Woman, Alabaster Carving

Located in London, GB

Lovely Hand Carved Alabaster Bust of a Woman Very Finely Crafted. Dates Circa 1900 Artist Unknown

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Alabaster

Monumental Italian Carved Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust, by A. Cipriani & Pedestal
Monumental Italian Carved Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust, by A. Cipriani & Pedestal

Monumental Italian Carved Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust, by A. Cipriani & Pedestal

By Adolfo Cipriani

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Adolfo Cipriani, active in Florence, was known for his idealized portrait busts and genre figures in marble and alabaster. His work, rooted in academic realism, bridged the late Neoc...

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Early 20th Century Italian Romantic Busts

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Alabaster

Guglielmo Pugi Alabaster Sculpture of Young Girl with Tambourine
Guglielmo Pugi Alabaster Sculpture of Young Girl with Tambourine

Guglielmo Pugi Alabaster Sculpture of Young Girl with Tambourine

By Guglielmo Pugi

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Guglielmo Pugi (1858–1941) – Tall Alabaster Sculpture of a Young Girl with Tambourine, Florence, 1880s. Discover an elegant 19th-century Italian sculpture by Guglielmo Pugi, a renow...

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Antique 1880s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Stone, Alabaster

Alabaster sculpture signed G. Gambogi. Italy, early 20th century.
Alabaster sculpture signed G. Gambogi. Italy, early 20th century.

Alabaster sculpture signed G. Gambogi. Italy, early 20th century.

By Giuseppe Gambogi

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Alabaster sculpture signed G. Gambogi. Italy, early 20th century. Giuseppe Gambogi (1862 - 1938).

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Alabaster sculpture “The Two Sisters” by S. Bianchini, Florence, Italy
Alabaster sculpture “The Two Sisters” by S. Bianchini, Florence, Italy

Alabaster sculpture “The Two Sisters” by S. Bianchini, Florence, Italy

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Marble sculpture “The Two Sisters” by S. Bianchini, Florence, Italy This delicate Italian sculpture, carved in white marble, is the work of S. Bianchini, a Florentine master sculptor...

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20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Bust Sculpture, Hand-Carved White Marble, Italian, 1890
Art Nouveau Bust Sculpture, Hand-Carved White Marble, Italian, 1890

Art Nouveau Bust Sculpture, Hand-Carved White Marble, Italian, 1890

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Hand curved Art Nouveau white marble bust of a young woman. Her elaborate hat framing a beautiful face. The style of clothing of the late 19th century Art Nouveau period. The bust r...

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Antique 1890s Italian Busts

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Alabaster

Alabaster Table Lamp Sculpture Attributed to Bastiani, Italy, Late 19th Century
Alabaster Table Lamp Sculpture Attributed to Bastiani, Italy, Late 19th Century

Alabaster Table Lamp Sculpture Attributed to Bastiani, Italy, Late 19th Century

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Alabaster table lamp sculpture attributed to Bastiani. Italy, late 19th century Attributed to Ildebrando Bastiani.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Alabaster Table Lamp Sculpture Attributed to Dante Zoi, Italy Early 20th Century
Alabaster Table Lamp Sculpture Attributed to Dante Zoi, Italy Early 20th Century

Alabaster Table Lamp Sculpture Attributed to Dante Zoi, Italy Early 20th Century

By Dante Zoi

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Alabaster table lamp sculpture attributed to Dante Zoi. Italy, early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Sculpture in white alabaster 1910 with a child sitting on a wall thinking
Sculpture in white alabaster 1910 with a child sitting on a wall thinking

Sculpture in white alabaster 1910 with a child sitting on a wall thinking

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Sculpture in white alabaster 1910 with a child sitting on a wall thinking

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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Rare Signed Dante Zoi Alabaster Sculpture of Two Children, Italian, Circa 1920s
Rare Signed Dante Zoi Alabaster Sculpture of Two Children, Italian, Circa 1920s

Rare Signed Dante Zoi Alabaster Sculpture of Two Children, Italian, Circa 1920s

By Dante Zoi

Located in Lisse, NL

Handcarved, endearing and remarkable Classical Realism / Figurative work of art, weighing 23.15 pounds. A tender and exquisitely hand-carved alabaster sculpture by Italian artist Da...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Italian 19th Century Hand Carved Alabaster Bust Sculpture of a Young Girl Holdin
Italian 19th Century Hand Carved Alabaster Bust Sculpture of a Young Girl Holdin

Italian 19th Century Hand Carved Alabaster Bust Sculpture of a Young Girl Holdin

By Adolfo Cipriani

Located in Firenze, IT

A stunning Italian late 19th early 20th century hand carved alabaster bust sculpture depicting a young baby girl cradling a dove.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Art Deco Carved Alabaster Figure of a Posing Nude Lady, circa 1920
Art Deco Carved Alabaster Figure of a Posing Nude Lady, circa 1920

Art Deco Carved Alabaster Figure of a Posing Nude Lady, circa 1920

Located in Tarzana, CA

Art Deco carved alabaster figure of a posing nude lady France, circa 1920 Hand-carved depicting a nude lady wearing a necklace and head band on the original carved marble base.  

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

19th Century Antonio Frill Carved Alabaster Bust
19th Century Antonio Frill Carved Alabaster Bust

19th Century Antonio Frill Carved Alabaster Bust

By Antonio Frilli

Located in Nashville, TN

Wonderfully detailed Art Nouveau style alabaster carved bust of a woman with a sheer dress wearing a head band by famous Italian artist Antonio Frilli. Signed “A. Frilli Firenze" ...

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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Late 19th-Early 20th C. French Alabaster Statue
Late 19th-Early 20th C. French Alabaster Statue

Late 19th-Early 20th C. French Alabaster Statue

Located in San Francisco, CA

Stunning alabaster statue depicting a maiden selling flowers in the style of Ada Cipriani. Late 19th-early 20th Century - France No visible signature 16" W x 14" D x 49.5" H

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Ant Nelson, Bust Of A Woman, Alabaster, Late 19th Century
Ant Nelson, Bust Of A Woman, Alabaster, Late 19th Century

Ant Nelson, Bust Of A Woman, Alabaster, Late 19th Century

By Anton Nelson

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Beautiful alabaster bust of an elegant woman with a hat and a ribbon in her hair; the base is decorated with flowers/leaves This bust is signed on the back Ant Nelson: this is the p...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Maiden Seated in Bronze Chair, by E. Fiaschi
Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Maiden Seated in Bronze Chair, by E. Fiaschi

Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Maiden Seated in Bronze Chair, by E. Fiaschi

By Emilio Fiaschi

Located in Petaluma, CA

This lovely young girl seated in a chair is a fine example of the work of Emilio Fiaschi, Italian b.1858-d.1941. Known mostly for his alabaster carvings, this is a nice example of hi...

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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

1940s Alabaster Bust Of A Young Woman On A Marble Base
1940s Alabaster Bust Of A Young Woman On A Marble Base

1940s Alabaster Bust Of A Young Woman On A Marble Base

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1940s Art Nouveau Style Bust Of A Young Woman On A Marble Base The sheaf of wheat represents fertility No signature found Small knick on the top of hat (as shown)

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Vintage 1940s Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

GUSTAVE VAERENBERGH (1873-1927) Bust in Alabaster and Gilt Bronze "JEANNE D'ARC"
GUSTAVE VAERENBERGH (1873-1927) Bust in Alabaster and Gilt Bronze "JEANNE D'ARC"

GUSTAVE VAERENBERGH (1873-1927) Bust in Alabaster and Gilt Bronze "JEANNE D'ARC"

By Gustave van Vaerenbergh

Located in Ixelles, BE

Van Vaerenbergh is known for his busts of young women, statues of children, animals, and his chryselephantine sculptures in ivory, representing the Art Nouveau style

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Bronze

A fine original hand carved sculpture of a woman signed F. Vichi
A fine original hand carved sculpture of a woman signed F. Vichi

A fine original hand carved sculpture of a woman signed F. Vichi

By Ferdinando Vichi

Located in New York City, NY

An exquisite example of a late 19th early 20th century hand carved sculpture of a semi -robed nude signed F. Vichi. The statue portrays a coy yet sensuous female figure, bare breaste...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

« Shepherdess and her sheep », Charles Korschann, Paris, France, circa 1900
« Shepherdess and her sheep », Charles Korschann, Paris, France, circa 1900

« Shepherdess and her sheep », Charles Korschann, Paris, France, circa 1900

By Charles Korschann

Located in Paris, FR

He is best known for his many Art Nouveau works in gilded bronze created with the Louchet foundry.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Alabaster

Cesare Lapini
Cesare Lapini

Cesare Lapini

By Cesare Lapini

Located in New York, NY

La Sorpresa by Cesare Lapini (Italian, (1848 - 1910) Alabaster H 35 in. (88.9 cm) Cesare Lapini was a sculptor of allegorical and genre subjects modeled after Antiquity. He contri...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

"The Source" Illuminating Sculpture, Italian School, circa 1900
"The Source" Illuminating Sculpture, Italian School, circa 1900

"The Source" Illuminating Sculpture, Italian School, circa 1900

Located in PARIS, FR

Signed on the base Prof. G. Ca...? Charming illuminating alabaster sculpture representing a young naked woman leaning on rocks, and seated at the edge of a source concealing a lig...

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Alabaster, Marble

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Early 20th C Alabaster Sculpture of a Seated Female Bather.
Early 20th C Alabaster Sculpture of a Seated Female Bather.

Early 20th C Alabaster Sculpture of a Seated Female Bather.

Located in San Antonio, TX

Early 20th C Italian Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of a young female bather.

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Nude Sculptures

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Alabaster

Italian Art Nouveau Nude Lady Fountain Sculpture by Del Lungo
Italian Art Nouveau Nude Lady Fountain Sculpture by Del Lungo

Italian Art Nouveau Nude Lady Fountain Sculpture by Del Lungo

Located in Tulsa, OK

This is an absolutely wonderful Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture gazing into fountain Fountain (lamp) that lights up!

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

An Art Nouveau Hand Carved Marble Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italy, Circa 1910
An Art Nouveau Hand Carved Marble Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italy, Circa 1910

An Art Nouveau Hand Carved Marble Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italy, Circa 1910

Located in Pasadena, CA

An Art Nouveau Hand Carved Marble Alabaster Figural Lamp.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Group of Romance, circa 1920
Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Group of Romance, circa 1920

Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Group of Romance, circa 1920

Located in Redding, CA

A wonderful romantic carved alabaster group very decorative and versatile for placement. The carving expertly rendered the subject matter compelling.

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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

20th Century Alabaster and Silver Italian Duck Basket, 1950s
20th Century Alabaster and Silver Italian Duck Basket, 1950s

20th Century Alabaster and Silver Italian Duck Basket, 1950s

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H 5.32 in W 10.63 in D 6.89 in

20th Century Alabaster and Silver Italian Duck Basket, 1950s

Located in Florence, IT

Alabaster and silver duck, Italy, circa 1950s. The head of the duck is in gilded silver and the body is made by a very beautiful piece of polished alabaster. Measures: Width 27 cm,...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

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Alabaster, Silver

Italian Marble Alabaster Carved Busts
Italian Marble Alabaster Carved Busts

Italian Marble Alabaster Carved Busts

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H 19 in Dm 7 in

Italian Marble Alabaster Carved Busts

Located in Stamford, CT

Art Nouveau bust of maiden on pedestal, circa 19th century. Flowing hair and florals. Hand carved. Outstanding quality.  

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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Marble Giuseppe Bessi (1857-1922) Bust LAST PRICE
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Marble Giuseppe Bessi (1857-1922) Bust LAST PRICE

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Marble Giuseppe Bessi (1857-1922) Bust LAST PRICE

By Giuseppe Bessi

Located in Toledo, Castilla La Mancha

To create his highly detailed sculptures, Bessi predominantly utilized alabaster and marble and combined Neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of Dancing Lady 19th Century
Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of Dancing Lady 19th Century

Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of Dancing Lady 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique French Art Nouveau snow-white and red alabaster sculpture of a graceful dancing lady in classical dress, circa 1890 in date.

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture Dancing Lady on Pedestal, 19th Century
French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture Dancing Lady on Pedestal, 19th Century

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture Dancing Lady on Pedestal, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique French Art Nouveau snow-white and red alabaster sculpture of a graceful dancing lady in classical dress on a striking Verde Antico marble pedestal, circa 1...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

Art Nouveau Alabaster & Marble Bust Sculpture of Dante’s Beatrice
Art Nouveau Alabaster & Marble Bust Sculpture of Dante’s Beatrice

Art Nouveau Alabaster & Marble Bust Sculpture of Dante’s Beatrice

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

Art Nouveau Alabaster & Marble Bust Sculpture of Dante’s Beatrice (Italian 19th/early 20th century “Dante’s Beatrice” Anonymous Multi-color Marble & Alabaster Size: Hight 20 ¼” x ...

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1890s Pre-Raphaelite Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

Art Nouveau Italian Alabaster Lamp Sculture , Girl reading
Art Nouveau Italian Alabaster Lamp Sculture , Girl reading

Art Nouveau Italian Alabaster Lamp Sculture , Girl reading

Located in Valladolid, ES

Amazing and Exquisite Art Nouveau sculpture, finely carved in white alabaster, depicting a young woman reading while seated on a rock beside a lamppost.

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Carved Alabaster & Bronze Art Nouveau Figural Sculpture
Carved Alabaster & Bronze Art Nouveau Figural Sculpture

Carved Alabaster & Bronze Art Nouveau Figural Sculpture

By G. None

Located in Bronx, NY

This vintage patinated bronze & hand carved alabaster figural sculpture dates from the early 20th century. The sculpture depicts a shapely semi nude young woman in a draped skirt des...

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

Art Nouveau Italian Alabaster Lamp Sculpture, Girl Reading
Art Nouveau Italian Alabaster Lamp Sculpture, Girl Reading

Art Nouveau Italian Alabaster Lamp Sculpture, Girl Reading

Located in Valladolid, ES

Amazing and Exquisite Art Nouveau sculpture, finely carved in white alabaster, depicting a young woman reading while seated on a rock beside a lamppost.

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Female Bust in Alabaster
Art Nouveau Female Bust in Alabaster

Art Nouveau Female Bust in Alabaster

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H 20.08 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in

Art Nouveau Female Bust in Alabaster

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Art Nouveau female bust in alabaster, Socle composed of two blocks of alabaster, unsigned. Measures: H 51 cm, W 30 cm, D 16 cm.

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Large Sculpture in Alabaster by Alberto Saccardi, circa 1920, Art Nouveau Period
Large Sculpture in Alabaster by Alberto Saccardi, circa 1920, Art Nouveau Period

Large Sculpture in Alabaster by Alberto Saccardi, circa 1920, Art Nouveau Period

By Alberto Saccardi

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Large sculpture in alabaster by Alberto Saccardi, circa 1920, Art Nouveau period.

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20th Century European Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

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Alabaster

Antique Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Sculpture Statue of a Flapper Woman, 20th C
Antique Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Sculpture Statue of a Flapper Woman, 20th C

Antique Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster Sculpture Statue of a Flapper Woman, 20th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Italian Art Nouveau statue offers carved alabaster portrait sculpture of a woman in a flapper dress, c1920 Measures- 20.5''H x 6.5''W x 6.5''D.

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20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Fiorucci Italian Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of a Child
Fiorucci Italian Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of a Child

Fiorucci Italian Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of a Child

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A stunning Italian Art Nouveau alabaster bust of a child signed Fiorucci and dating from circa 1910. The bust is mounted on a variegated red marble base with the child’s head carved ...

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust of a Women, circa 1890
Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust of a Women, circa 1890

Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust of a Women, circa 1890

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H 23.63 in W 13.39 in D 8.67 in

Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust of a Women, circa 1890

Located in London, GB

A charming and finely carved Alabaster bust of an Art Nouveau woman with demurely downcast cast eyes. Her casually elegant hairstyle is adorned with an entwined leaf wreath and she i...

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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

French Art-Nouveau female sand colour alabaster Bust, circa 1900
French Art-Nouveau female sand colour alabaster Bust, circa 1900

French Art-Nouveau female sand colour alabaster Bust, circa 1900

Located in Valladolid, ES

Exquisite French school Art-Nouveau sand colour alabaster bust" Young woman". Great quality and exquisite details in the carving , face of great beauty . Unique piece. From a Frenc...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Bust Alabaster, Italy circa 1900
Art Nouveau Bust Alabaster, Italy circa 1900

Art Nouveau Bust Alabaster, Italy circa 1900

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H 13.4 in W 13.4 in D 5.9 in

Art Nouveau Bust Alabaster, Italy circa 1900

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Lovely Art Nouveau Bust of a young woman made in Italy at the beginning of the 20th century. Worked out of fine alabaster the sculptor took greatest attention on details. Just watch ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Busts

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Alabaster, Carrara Marble

Art Nouveau Alabaster Figure 'Jolie Jeune Femme' by Georges Laurent
Art Nouveau Alabaster Figure 'Jolie Jeune Femme' by Georges Laurent

Art Nouveau Alabaster Figure 'Jolie Jeune Femme' by Georges Laurent

By Georges Laurent

Located in London, GB

A very beautiful hand-carved alabaster sculpture of a young woman in period dress with excellent hand finished detail, raised on integral naturalistic base and signed Laurent.

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

French Art Nouveau  Bust of a “Breton woman”  alabaster wood
French Art Nouveau  Bust of a “Breton woman”  alabaster wood

French Art Nouveau Bust of a “Breton woman” alabaster wood

By French House & Garden

Located in Valladolid, ES

Title: “Breton Woman” Materials: Alabaster and wooden base Author / School: French School Style: Art Nouveau Period: Around 1900 Country of origin: France Overall dimensions: 50 x 34...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Sculpture of a Merveilleuse in Alabaster
Sculpture of a Merveilleuse in Alabaster

Sculpture of a Merveilleuse in Alabaster

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H 19.69 in W 13 in D 9.06 in

Sculpture of a Merveilleuse in Alabaster

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Sculpture of a Merveilleuse in alabaster, 19th century, signed JMB. Measures: H: 50 cm, W: 33 cm, D: 23 cm.

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Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Alabaster Sculpture End of 19th Century
Alabaster Sculpture End of 19th Century

Alabaster Sculpture End of 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Alabaster sculpture end of 19th century Italian sculpture in white alabaster representing Eros and Psyche Very nice execution End of the 19th century Signed E. BATTIGLIA Measure...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Large Antique Art Deco Carved Alabaster Portrait Sculpture Signed Cipriani
Large Antique Art Deco Carved Alabaster Portrait Sculpture Signed Cipriani

Large Antique Art Deco Carved Alabaster Portrait Sculpture Signed Cipriani

By Adolfo Cipriani

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Art Nouveau carved alabaster portrait sculpture 3/4 bust of young woman in Roaring 1920s dress and head scarf, en verso signed A.

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20th Century Italian Art Deco Busts

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Marble and Bronze Bust Young Maiden Sculpture Arts & Crafts
Art Nouveau Marble and Bronze Bust Young Maiden Sculpture Arts & Crafts

Art Nouveau Marble and Bronze Bust Young Maiden Sculpture Arts & Crafts

By Gustave van Vaerenbergh

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

Marble & Bronze bust young Maiden Art Nouveau sculpture arts & crafts A French arts and craft bust signed on the base representing a young elegant woman wearing a hat Her face is ...

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Antique 19th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

Meditazione
Meditazione

Giuseppe BessiMeditazione, Circa: 1880

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H 9.25 in W 9.5 in D 5 in

Meditazione

By Giuseppe Bessi

Located in Saint Augustine, FL

He was one of the most important representatives of Italian salon sculpture. In his works, he combined forms of neoclassicism and art nouveau .

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1880s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

19th Century Orientalist Sculpture in Alabaster Woman Carrying a Jar
19th Century Orientalist Sculpture in Alabaster Woman Carrying a Jar

19th Century Orientalist Sculpture in Alabaster Woman Carrying a Jar

Located in Paris, FR

Late 19th century orientalist sculpture featuring a beautiful young woman carrying a jug of water. Her flowing dress and the embroideries that adorn it are exquisitely detailed. This...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Sculpture in Alabaster of a Woman, Signed A. Del Perugia
Sculpture in Alabaster of a Woman, Signed A. Del Perugia

Sculpture in Alabaster of a Woman, Signed A. Del Perugia

Located in Paris, FR

Italian sculpture in alabaster representing a young naked woman in the antique style. The female figure is standing on a sculpted rock. A flowing drapery resting on her shoulder and ...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Bust of a Young French Lady
Bust of a Young French Lady

Bust of a Young French Lady

Located in Saint Augustine, FL

An original unsigned carved alabaster bust supported by a carved base. A young lady with a bonnet, Paris School, France, c. 1880-90. Some light handling wear, wear consistent with ag...

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Polychrome Alabaster Sculpture of a Woman's Bust by a. Gory, Late 19th Century
Polychrome Alabaster Sculpture of a Woman's Bust by a. Gory, Late 19th Century

Polychrome Alabaster Sculpture of a Woman's Bust by a. Gory, Late 19th Century

By Affortunato Gory

Located in Paris, FR

The visible veining of the alabaster gives a unique character to this charming sculpture of a woman.

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Stunning Art Nouveau Bust of Young Lady by Jef Lambeaux
Stunning Art Nouveau Bust of Young Lady by Jef Lambeaux

Stunning Art Nouveau Bust of Young Lady by Jef Lambeaux

By Jef Lambeaux

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning alabaster Art Nouveau bust of young lady by Jef Lambeaux. Jef Lambeaux (Antwerp 1852 - Brussels 1908) was a famous and very talented Belgian sculptor born in Antwerp. He ...

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Antique 1890s Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Bust Italian in marble andalabaster Giuseppe Bessi Signed "Modestia"
Art Nouveau Bust Italian in marble andalabaster Giuseppe Bessi Signed "Modestia"

Art Nouveau Bust Italian in marble andalabaster Giuseppe Bessi Signed "Modestia"

By Giuseppe Bessi

Located in Valladolid, ES

Magnificent bust in made combining two types of alabaster, one that shades broken white for the face and base of the piece and another with a reddish finish to contrast the dress tha...

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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Bust Of A Young Woman In Polychromed Alabaster
Bust Of A Young Woman In Polychromed Alabaster

Bust Of A Young Woman In Polychromed Alabaster

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H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 5.91 in

Bust Of A Young Woman In Polychromed Alabaster

Located in BARSAC, FR

Bust of a Young Woman in Polychromed Alabaster French or Italian work circa 1900 Good condition (patina and wear from use)

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau bronze nude sitting in a chair by E. Tadolini, 1918.
Art Nouveau bronze nude sitting in a chair by E. Tadolini, 1918.

Art Nouveau bronze nude sitting in a chair by E. Tadolini, 1918.

Located in Antwerp, BE

Bronze nude sitting in a chair. Signed Enrico Tadolini and dated 1918. The artist was born in Rome in 1888. Fedex priority shipping: $ 275. Literature: “The dictionary o...

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Early 20th Century Italian Sculptures

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Alabaster, Bronze

Flower Witch Mineral Figurine Teschner Viennese Jugendstil 1913 Art Nouveau
Flower Witch Mineral Figurine Teschner Viennese Jugendstil 1913 Art Nouveau

Flower Witch Mineral Figurine Teschner Viennese Jugendstil 1913 Art Nouveau

By Richard Teschner

Located in Klosterneuburg, AT

marked and dated on the bottom Bib.: Max Eisler, Österreichische Werkkultur, Vienna 1916, p. 176; Arthur Roessler, Richard Teschner, Vienna 1947, p. 55 Keywords: alabaster - opa...

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Figurative Sculptures

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Opal, Alabaster, Gold Leaf

Victorian Carved Alabaster Bust of a Young Woman on a Terra Verde Marble Plinth
Victorian Carved Alabaster Bust of a Young Woman on a Terra Verde Marble Plinth

Victorian Carved Alabaster Bust of a Young Woman on a Terra Verde Marble Plinth

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple and very elegant hand carved Alabaster Bust of a young woman on a terra verde marble plinth. From the Art Nouveau period apparently unsigned. In excellent antique condition w...

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Antique 1880s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Late 19th Century Marble and Alabaster Woman Bust by Cesar Ceribelli 1841-1918
Late 19th Century Marble and Alabaster Woman Bust by Cesar Ceribelli 1841-1918

Late 19th Century Marble and Alabaster Woman Bust by Cesar Ceribelli 1841-1918

By Cesare Ceribelli

Located in Paris, FR

Late 19th century marble and alabaster bust featuring a young woman, her curly hair in a bun topped with a headdress, on which is placed a flower. Signed C. Céribelli. circa 1900...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Carved Alabaster Lady Seated in a Bronze Chair, Artist Signed, Italian, ca. 1900
Carved Alabaster Lady Seated in a Bronze Chair, Artist Signed, Italian, ca. 1900

Carved Alabaster Lady Seated in a Bronze Chair, Artist Signed, Italian, ca. 1900

By Antonio Frilli

Located in Petaluma, CA

This most impressive example of what an artist can do with 2 mediums, is all here. The young lady is delicately hand carved in alabaster and showing off the artist's ability to creat...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Alabaster, Bronze

Pugi Guglielmo The thorn puller
Pugi Guglielmo The thorn puller

Pugi Guglielmo The thorn puller

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H 14.18 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in

Pugi Guglielmo The thorn puller

By Guglielmo Pugi

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pugi Guglielmo The thorn puller Pugi Guglielmo The thorn puller in alabaster, signed, Art Nouveau style, early 20th century. H: 36 cm, W: 22 cm, D: 17 cm ref 3111

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Gugliermo Pugi, "Woman with a Headdress"
Gugliermo Pugi, "Woman with a Headdress"

Gugliermo Pugi, "Woman with a Headdress"

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H 23.63 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in

Gugliermo Pugi, "Woman with a Headdress"

By Guglielmo Pugi

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gugliermo Pugi, "Woman with a headdress". Marble and alabaster bust of Gugliermo Pugi, "Woman with a headdress". Measures: H: 60 cm, W: 35 cm, D: 20 cm Ref 3118.

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Signed Gaspar Mascagni Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italian, c. 1900
Signed Gaspar Mascagni Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italian, c. 1900

Signed Gaspar Mascagni Alabaster Figural Lamp, Italian, c. 1900

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Art Nouveau, Grand Tour, Neoclassical, Italian School Italian alabaster sculpture Signed figural lamp, 19th century carved lamp Neoclassical table lamp, Carved marble and alabaster ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

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Alabaster, Marble, Metal

Hand Carved Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of a Striking & Serene Young Lady
Hand Carved Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of a Striking & Serene Young Lady

Hand Carved Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of a Striking & Serene Young Lady

Located in Lisse, NL

If you like this stylish Art Nouveau sculpture as much as we do then you will love our price.

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Raro busto Art Nouveau in alabastro e micromosaico
Raro busto Art Nouveau in alabastro e micromosaico

Raro busto Art Nouveau in alabastro e micromosaico

Located in Firenze, IT

"Raro busto Art Nouveau in alabastro e micromosaico. " Il busto di una giovane ragazza. Epoca Art Nouveau, con un rarissimo lavoro in alabastro e micromosaico. Firenze, circa 1900. U...

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19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

Italian Art Nouveau Period Carved Alabaster Figurative Sculpture of a Nude Lady
Italian Art Nouveau Period Carved Alabaster Figurative Sculpture of a Nude Lady

Italian Art Nouveau Period Carved Alabaster Figurative Sculpture of a Nude Lady

Located in Firenze, IT

The opalescence of the alabaster and the crouching pose of the young nude lady give even more elegance to this Italian early 20th century Art Nouveau period hand-carved sculpture sta...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Large Signed Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster and Bronze Female Sculpture or Bust
Large Signed Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster and Bronze Female Sculpture or Bust

Large Signed Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster and Bronze Female Sculpture or Bust

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

We presume this sculpture was done in Europe, possibly Austria in the period and style of Art Nouveau.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Alabaster Girl Bust, 1890s, Italy
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Alabaster Girl Bust, 1890s, Italy

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Alabaster Girl Bust, 1890s, Italy

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Art Nouveau white marble (Alabaster) girl bust, on a black marble base. "Bust of a young woman with a scarf in her hair". Signed on the back of the shoulder with Date and N...

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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble, Alabaster

Antique Carved Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust of Carmen, Signed Villanis, c1900
Antique Carved Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust of Carmen, Signed Villanis, c1900

Antique Carved Alabaster Art Nouveau Bust of Carmen, Signed Villanis, c1900

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Art Nouveau sculpture signed Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914) offers carved alabaster portrait bust of carmen, sated on marble base, signed as photographed, c1900 Measures...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Portrait Bust 19th C
Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Portrait Bust 19th C

Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Portrait Bust 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is beautiful antique French Art Nouveau alabaster shoulder length bust of a beautiful maiden, Circa 1890 in date. The stylized Art Nouveau face and body has been sensitively ...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Art Nouveau 3-D Alabaster Sculptural Panel with Foliage and Daffodils / Jonquils
Art Nouveau 3-D Alabaster Sculptural Panel with Foliage and Daffodils / Jonquils

Art Nouveau 3-D Alabaster Sculptural Panel with Foliage and Daffodils / Jonquils

Located in Verviers, BE

Large decorative alabaster panel with Art Nouveau design. Dramatic high-relief sculpture of daffodils (Jonquils) with leaves and flower heads in 3-D.

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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Late 19th Century Italian Sculpture in Alabaster
Late 19th Century Italian Sculpture in Alabaster

Late 19th Century Italian Sculpture in Alabaster

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H 19.69 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Late 19th Century Italian Sculpture in Alabaster

Located in Paris, FR

Art Nouveau Italian statue beautifully carved of alabaster.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Italian Art Nouveau Alabaster Marble and Bust of a Beautiful Young Woman
Italian Art Nouveau Alabaster Marble and Bust of a Beautiful Young Woman

Italian Art Nouveau Alabaster Marble and Bust of a Beautiful Young Woman

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Exceptional hand carved Art Nouveau bust of a young woman. Her elaborate hat framing a beautiful face. The style clothing of the late 19th century Art Nouveau period. The bust rests ...

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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

Alabaster Bust of a Woman by Guglielmo Pugi
Alabaster Bust of a Woman by Guglielmo Pugi

Alabaster Bust of a Woman by Guglielmo Pugi

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H 13.78 in W 9.45 in D 3.15 in

Alabaster Bust of a Woman by Guglielmo Pugi

By Guglielmo Pugi

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Alabaster bust of a woman by Guglielmo Pugi Alabaster bust of a woman by Guglielmo Pugi (1850 - 1915). Measures: H: 35 cm, W: 24 cm, D: 8 cm.  

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Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Alabaster Woman Bust with Marble Base, Firenze, circa 1890
Alabaster Woman Bust with Marble Base, Firenze, circa 1890

Alabaster Woman Bust with Marble Base, Firenze, circa 1890

By Ferdinando Vichi

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Alabaster woman bust with marble base. Firenze, circa 1890. Siena marble base.

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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Siena Marble

Marble and Alabaster Bust "Young Woman with a Laurel Crown"
Marble and Alabaster Bust "Young Woman with a Laurel Crown"

Marble and Alabaster Bust "Young Woman with a Laurel Crown"

By Affortunato Gory

Located in Paris, FR

Bust in white Carrara marble representing a "Young woman with a laurel wreath" on an alabaster pedestal with cut sides in the Art Nouveau style. The young woman with an expressive fa...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Early 20th Century Alabaster Girl Bust by Gino, Italy Vintage, 1900s
Early 20th Century Alabaster Girl Bust by Gino, Italy Vintage, 1900s

Early 20th Century Alabaster Girl Bust by Gino, Italy Vintage, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Art Nouveau white marble (Alabaster) girl bust with bronze fittings, on a red marble base. Bust of a girl with averted gaze and her hair tied up. Signed "Gino" on the back ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble, Alabaster, Bronze

Large Figure of Naked Woman in Alabaster on Marble Base, Early 20th Century
Large Figure of Naked Woman in Alabaster on Marble Base, Early 20th Century

Large Figure of Naked Woman in Alabaster on Marble Base, Early 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Large figure of naked woman in alabaster on marble base. Early 20th century unknown artist. Signed: Sinter, EH. Measures: 32.5 cm. x 9 cm. In perfect condition.

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Detailed and Stylized Image of Venus Victus Drawn by G Ruggeri
Detailed and Stylized Image of Venus Victus Drawn by G Ruggeri

Detailed and Stylized Image of Venus Victus Drawn by G Ruggeri

By G. Ruggeri

Located in Verviers, BE

1975, Italy in good condition Beautifully detailed and stylized image of Venus Victus to Canova, drawn by G. Ruggeri. Made from a combination of resin or Alabaster. The image is...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture, Woman on a Rock
Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture, Woman on a Rock

Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture, Woman on a Rock

Located in Brussels, BE

Art Nouveau alabaster sculpture, woman on a rock, late 19th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Artist Signed Carved Alabaster Sculpture, Italian, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Artist Signed Carved Alabaster Sculpture, Italian, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Artist Signed Carved Alabaster Sculpture, Italian, circa 1900

Located in Redding, CA

This beautiful sculpture is very well executed and so decorative, the art nouveau influence style is lovely, the modeling of the figure and the presence of the peacock also typical ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Sculptures

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Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of art nouveau alabaster sculpture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of art nouveau alabaster sculpture — often made from stone, alabaster and marble — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of art nouveau alabaster sculpture — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of art nouveau alabaster sculpture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of art nouveau alabaster sculpture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Antonio Frilli, Giuseppe Bessi and Adolfo Luchini are consistently popular.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture?

Prices for a piece of art nouveau alabaster sculpture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $356 and can go as high as $22,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,684.

A Close Look at Art-nouveau Furniture

In its sinuous lines and flamboyant curves inspired by the natural world, antique Art Nouveau furniture reflects a desire for freedom from the stuffy social and artistic strictures of the Victorian era. The Art Nouveau movement developed in the decorative arts in France and Britain in the early 1880s and quickly became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States.

ORIGINS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Sinuous, organic and flowing lines
  • Forms that mimic flowers and plant life
  • Decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals 
  • Use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood

ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Art Nouveau — which spanned furniture, architecture, jewelry and graphic design — can be easily identified by its lush, flowing forms suggested by flowers and plants, as well as the lissome tendrils of sea life. Although Art Deco and Art Nouveau were both in the forefront of turn-of-the-20th-century design, they are very different styles — Art Deco is marked by bold, geometric shapes while Art Nouveau incorporates dreamlike, floral motifs. The latter’s signature motif is the "whiplash" curve — a deep, narrow, dynamic parabola that appears as an element in everything from chair arms to cabinetry and mirror frames.

The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking, and Japonisme — a term used to describe the appetite for Japanese art and culture in Europe at the time — greatly informed Art Nouveau. 

The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own variants.

In Scotland, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed a singular, restrained look based on scale rather than ornament; a style best known from his narrow chairs with exceedingly tall backs, designed for Glasgow tea rooms. Meanwhile in France, Hector Guimard — whose iconic 1896 entry arches for the Paris Metro are still in use — and Louis Majorelle produced chairs, desks, bed frames and cabinets with sweeping lines and rich veneers. 

The Art Nouveau movement was known as Jugendstil ("Youth Style") in Germany, and in Austria the designers of the Vienna Secession group — notably Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann and Joseph Maria Olbrich — produced a relatively austere iteration of the Art Nouveau style, which mixed curving and geometric elements.

Art Nouveau revitalized all of the applied arts. Ceramists such as Ernest Chaplet and Edmond Lachenal created new forms covered in novel and rediscovered glazes that produced thick, foam-like finishes. Bold vases, bowls and lighting designs in acid-etched and marquetry cameo glass by Émile Gallé and the Daum Freres appeared in France, while in New York the glass workshop-cum-laboratory of Louis Comfort Tiffany — the core of what eventually became a multimedia decorative-arts manufactory called Tiffany Studios — brought out buoyant pieces in opalescent favrile glass. 

Jewelry design was revolutionized, as settings, for the first time, were emphasized as much as, or more than, gemstones. A favorite Art Nouveau jewelry motif was insects (think of Tiffany, in his famed Dragonflies glass lampshade).

Like a mayfly, Art Nouveau was short-lived. The sensuous, languorous style fell out of favor early in the 20th century, deemed perhaps too light and insubstantial for European tastes in the aftermath of World War I. But as the designs on 1stDibs demonstrate, Art Nouveau retains its power to fascinate and seduce.

There are ways to tastefully integrate a touch of Art Nouveau into even the most modern interior — browse an extraordinary collection of original antique Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs, which includes decorative objects, seating, tables, garden elements and more.

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.