Bis Pole
20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Tribal Art
Wood
People Also Browsed
Antique 19th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Decorative Art
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Chinese Han Ceramics
Earthenware
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Islamic Tapestries
Cotton
Antique 18th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Sycamore
Antique Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Pillows and Throws
Wool
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Vintage 1950s Italian Other Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Pillows and Throws
Wool
Antique Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Pillows and Throws
Wool
Antique 19th Century Japanese Taisho Decorative Art
Wood
Vintage 1920s British Books
Paper
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Shell, Beads
Early 20th Century French Collectible Jewelry
Tortoise Shell
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Glass, Wood
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.