Bust Of Seneca
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts
Plaster
Antique 1880s Italian Grand Tour Busts
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Sicilian Neoclassical Busts
Terracotta
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts
Marble, Bronze
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Sculptures
Marble
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2010s Turkish Classical Greek Busts
Statuary Marble
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Side Chairs
Ormolu
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Mounted Objects
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Antique Late 19th Century Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Antique 19th Century Italian Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Empire Revival Urns
Slate, Granite, Bronze, Ormolu
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Busts
Statuary Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Busts
Statuary Marble
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Grand Tour Busts
Siena Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts
Bronze
2010s American Modern Side Tables
Maple
Vintage 1960s French Industrial Stairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Sycamore, Straw
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Antique 19th Century Italian Busts
Bronze
Antique 1850s Italian Busts
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 18th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts
Marble, Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Busts
Lead
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Plaster
Antique 1890s Italian Busts
Plaster, Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts
Alabaster, Marble
Antique 19th Century French Busts
Bronze
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Antique Late 19th Century Argentine Grand Tour Busts
Bronze
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts
Marble, Porphyry
Early 19th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
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.
- What is a Parian bust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Parian bust is a type of three-dimensional artwork made out of a certain material. Parian is a type of white porcelain, while a bust is a sculpture that depicts a human figure from the chest up. You'll find a range of bust sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an Apollo bust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The Apollo bust depicts the Greek god Apollo and is based on the Apollo Belvedere in the Vatican Museums. The presence of bust sculptures can add a necessary decorative layer to any interior. And just because a statue looks classical doesn't mean it has to be conventional. On 1stDibs you will find a wide variety of antique bust sculptures to choose from.
- What is a head bust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A head bust is a sculpted part of the human figure showing only the person’s head and neck. Sometimes sculptors may also include a portion of the chest and shoulders. It is considered by some to be the most intimate form of sculpture. On 1stDibs, you can find antique and vintage head busts.
- What's a bust down Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024A bust down Rolex refers to a luxury Rolex watch that has been disassembled by a jeweler or other industry professional in order to adorn it with gemstones. A bust down Rolex, which is also referred to as “iced out” or “fully flooded,” is a Rolex that has been heavily modified so that its dial, bracelet and bezel are set with diamonds or other stones. Find a collection of vintage Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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