Busts

A cast bust of Laocoön after the Hellenistic marble group in the Vatican Museums, taken from the central figure of the priest. The head is thrown back and turned, with the brow drawn...

Diskometal rabbit sculpture designed by Just Andersen in the early 1930s. * Rabbit sculpture in diskometal * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1515 * Year: 1933 * Condition: Fair vin...

A beautifully sculpted Italian solid white Carrara marble bust sculpture of a Grecian Lady wearing a floral garland, signed by Eugene Antoine Aizelin, and dating from circa 1850. Th...

Nguyen Thanh Le (Vietnamese, 1919-2006) Head of Young Vietnamese Woman, c.1950 bronze on wooden base Inscribed in Chinese, back of neck This is an original piece by the artist of...

A refined example of French Art Deco sculpture, this elegant terracotta bust by Jean-Charles Guéro was created in France during the 1920s. Depicting a graceful young woman with beautifully stylized features, the sculpture embodies the timeless elegance, balance, and modern refinement that define the finest French decorative arts of the Art Deco era. Signed "Guéro" on the reverse, it is an authentic work that will appeal to collectors seeking rare and original French sculptures. Expertly modeled in terracotta, the bust reveals the artist’s sensitivity to form through its flowing lines, delicate facial expression, and harmonious proportions. The warm natural color and finely textured surface enhance its sculptural presence, making it equally suitable for a sophisticated interior or an important Art Deco collection. Measuring 14.4 inches high (36.5 cm), 12.2 inches wide (31 cm), and 7.1 inches deep (18 cm), this sculpture offers an ideal display size for a console, pedestal, library, or mantel. It remains in excellent vintage condition, preserving the crisp modeling and elegant character intended by the sculptor. Jean-Charles Guéro is appreciated for blending classical inspiration with the clean, geometric aesthetic of the 1920s, producing works distinguished by their quiet sophistication and enduring appeal. This bust reflects the artistic transition toward modernity that made French Art Deco internationally influential. An exceptional acquisition for collectors of French Art Deco sculpture, 1920s terracotta...

Handcrafted by the artists of the Romanelli workshop, this stupendous bust is entirely fashioned of gypsum. A veritable work of art, it is a reproduction of Michelangelo's visage, or...

Absolutely stunning French chisel cast Patinated Bronze Classical standing scantily clad Cherub. First half of the Nineteenth Century. Seated on a square block of incredibly well...

Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Diana, Goddess of the hunt, the moon, wild animals, and chastity. 19th Century, Italy Grand Tour. Bust depicts a youthful classical maiden with h...

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 ...

Terracotta Bust of a Young Roman Ephebe, Signed “Amphora” — Neoclassical Style. This striking terracotta bust of a young Roman ephebe, signed “Amphora,” is a refined example of neoc...

A life-size carved marble bust of the Roman Emperor Otho (69 AD), dating from the second half of the 20th century. The face and body have been sensitively modelled in Carrara marble...

A small French Art Nouveau patinated bronze bust titled "Carmen", after a model by Emmanuel Villanis (1858–1914), circa 1900. The bust is signed "E. Villanis" in the bronze along the draped shoulder and carries the circular "Vrai Bronze Garanti Paris" foundry mark on the reverse of the socle. The sculpture The subject is a young woman with a composed, slightly downcast expression and a richly modelled upswept hairstyle, crowned by a tall decorative comb that gives the silhouette a theatrical, Spanish-inspired character fitting the name Carmen. Her shoulders are wrapped in a loose shawl with softly folded edges and tied drapery at the front. The integral tapered pedestal carries the title "Carmen" in relief. The dark brown patina shows warm bronze highlights on the face, shoulders, hair and raised details, and the contrast between the smooth skin and the textured hair, shawl and socle gives this small bronze real depth. About the artist Emmanuel Villanis was a French sculptor of Italian origin who worked in Paris and became known for his Belle Époque busts of women, often named after heroines from opera, literature and mythology. His models were cast in bronze and spelter in various sizes and remain popular with collectors of French decorative arts. Condition Good antique condition, with age-related wear, rubbing and small areas of patina loss to raised edges and drapery. No obvious restorations visible. Please see the photos for details. Dimensions: height 16 cm, width 9 cm, depth 6 cm. Display At 16 cm high, this is a charming cabinet-scale sculpture. Display it on a mantelpiece, a desk, a console or a bedside chest, on a bookshelf, or in a vitrine together with other French bronzes. It suits a Parisian apartment, a Belle Époque-inspired room, a collected interior or a contemporary setting where a single historic object provides focus. A companion bust by Villanis, "Cendrillon", is available in a separate listing in our storefront. Keywords: Emmanuel Villanis, Villanis bronze...

Outstanding Benin Oba and his Queen, Lost Wax 'Bronze' Sculptures from the late 20th century Superbly cast and highly decorative contemporary pieces, not historical The centuries ol...

Finest quality 19th century Italian Grand Tour white marble bust sculpture of a beautiful Bacchante (follower of Bacchus) distinguished by its gilt bronze base and mounts. Apparently...

A classic decorative bust statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal on a Marble base. Very decorative and nice to display in your library or any room.

Large French Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Sculpture of Diane / Artemis by Paul Gasq (1860–1944), France, circa 1900. An exceptional and large French Art Nouveau bronze bust sculpture dep...

A stupendous representation of Ares, half-brother of Athens, son of Zeus and Hera, and the God of War, this sculpture will make a unique and sophisticated addition to a personal coll...

Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault

This entirely made-by-hand sculpture presents a mixture of plaster and cement mortars. It can be hung to the wall through a special recess at the back, which allows the sculpture to ...

Deftly handmade of gypsum rendered with the marbling technique, which dates back to Ancient Roman times especially typical of the Pompeian paintings,...

Inspired by the internationally-celebrated sculpture of Venus found in 1820 in the Greek Island of Milos and nowadays exhibited at the Louvre Museum of Paris, this gorgeous bust will...

Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamun Bust Sculpture, Decorative Ancient Egyptian Revival Figure Bring the timeless mystique of Ancient Egypt into you...

A finely modeled vintage plaster bust depicting Hermes, the classical messenger god, with tightly curled hair, a contemplative expression, and the elegant fragmented form associated ...

Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba. The Bronze Head from Ife, or Ife Head, is one of eighteen copper alloy sculptures that were unearthed in 1938...

This is an Amber resin bird sculpture, specifically doves, by Dorothy Thorpe made circa the 1970s. The sculpture is perfectly translucent which makes the birds glow in the light!

This plaster sculpture is a reproduction inspired by different Roman originals depicting the renowned Roman Emperor Marco Aurelio. The Emperor is dressed...

This exceptional piece meticulously reproduces Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen's oeuvre realized in 1806 and preserved at the Thorvaldsen Museum ...

Stunning classical style display column with a wonderful and warm patina. This marvelous piece of early 20th century workmanship is another fine example of the quality that was made in those days. All handcrafted out of oak and beautifully patinated from top to bottom this antique stand is a real eyecatcher and over the many decades the patina has only made this antique more attractive. This highly stylish, strong and very stable stand will easily take one of your heavier sculptures as well. The combination of the circular, heavy stem with its classical carvings and cannelures and the square base and table top make this stylish antique an absolute joy to own and look at. Apart from a few minor imperfections, this antique display stand...

A finely sculpted terracotta head of a goddess, probably Demeter. Her soft, subtle smile and almond-shaped eyes are characteristic of the Late Archaic style and suggest a date of pro...

Beautiful Male Bust, Italy, began 20th century Height x width x depth: 45 x 34 x 16 cm in white statuary Carrara marble with a Portoro marble base. Good condition

Contemporary black tattooed bust inspired by the ancient sculpture of the Discophore and the story of Odysseus, this sculpture combines an aged classical appearance with intricate ta...

Spectacular Italian Sculpture, early 19th century "Male Bust" featuring draped attire and a *lorica musculata* (muscled cuirass), surmounted by the head of a young man rising above...

A widely celebrated model of human aesthetic inspiring Renaissance artists like Michelangelo, this plaster bust of Gaddi Torso is handcrafted by skilled ar...

Exceptional antique (19th century) Italian Grand Tour white marble bust of the Greek god, Hermes, after the ancient, measuring 19 1/2 by 12 1/2 by 7 inches. 65 lbs. Apparently unsi...

A beautifully crafted statue of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, I believe it is Ramses the 2nd however I am not completely sure. The statue appears to be made of copper or white metal. ...

Nineteenth Century Italian bust of a young child with wavy, voluminous hair. From the Renaissance Revival period. The face has a downward, gazing expression.

Vintage Grand Tour Bronze Bust of Emperor Caesar Augustus on Sienna Marble, circa early 1900s. A piece of imperial history with this classic Grand Tour bronze bust of Augustus Caesar...

Bronze Reduction Bust of Molière by F. Barbedienne, after Caffieri, circa 1870s Measurements: 5.25" high x 3.25" wide x 2.25" deep Base: 2" square white marble Description A finely...

Magnificent Bust of Ares Ancient Greek God of War His Head slightly turned to his Right Antique white finish Plaster

Italian Neoclassical Grand Tour Carved Marble Bust of a Young Woman. The figure is presented in an introspective pose, her head gently inclined downward, evoking a sense of contempla...

A Greco-Roman sculpture head or bust, England, 1965. A reproduction piece made of chalkware or plaster with a dark bronze-like finish. Marked on side as show in image #17. Vintage st...

Garden sculpture depicting the Capitoline Antinous, later reinterpreted as a representation of the Greek god Hermes. The bust shows traces of earlier restorations and a natural weat...

The elegant features of the young Antinous, a favorite of beloved Roman emperor Hadrian, are masterfully captured with exceptional richness in this plaster bust of the ancient Greek hero...

3-649 ceramic Roman Bust market Italy.

Rare Polish Vanitas Memento Mori Bronze Bust of Teofil Lenartowicz, Late 19th Century An unusual and highly evocative Vanitas Memento Mori bust depi...

Set of Diskometal Birds made by Just Andersen in the early 1940s. * Set (2) birds in diskometal * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D2295 (stamped 'Just D2295’) * Condition: Very go...

A fine, small-scale antique Art Nouveau cabinet bronze. In the form of a half-naked young woman in three-quarter profile. Likely an allegory to Summer or The Harvest (or possibly a...

Elegant 19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust of a Vestal Virgin A superb example of a 19th Century Italian craftsmanship, this finely carved alabaster bust depicts a serene veiled wom...

A good scale and form composition marble bust of David mounted on a Black socle. David inscription to base. Very probably by Anthony Redmile London.

This magnificent bust of Apollo, the Greek god of art, medicine, and music is directly inspired by the Classic marble statues in the Roman tradit...

Statuette "Suzanne" made in deep butterscotch glass by René Lalique in 1925. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Exceptional and extremely rare color. height : 23 cm width : 18 ...

An academic cast. Over the fruit wooden black painted base is set the cast of Costanza Bonarelli head by Bernini. Cast for drawing teaching in Academy. Italy circa 1890.

An exquisite ancient Egyptian hardstone bust of a female deity, with tripartite wig and Usekh collar, displaying all the hallmarks of early Nineteenth Dynasty art. Described by the d...

Bust of Alexandre Brongniart, After Jean Antoine Houdon, first half of 20th century, painted plaster in faux terracotta finish on white circular waisted socle, some retouching to the...

A reproduction ceramic phrenology bust / head by L.N. Fowler, circa 1980s. Amaze your friends by "reading their heads" through phrenology, a 19th century science claiming that the bu...

Bronze bust of a young lady in a Louis XV era costume, Alphonse Henri Nelson, foundry Pinédo Brozier Paris, France, Paris Additional Information: Materials: Bronze, patina Vinta...

A decorative sculpture that will imbue both classic and contemporary interiors with timeless sophistication, this stupendous bust is handcrafted of gypsum by Romanelli's artisans. Mo...

Bust of Beethoven in onyx base from the 1960s. This bust Beethoven's essence of classicism and style on an onyx base. This piece was created in Mexico by ARTEMETALICA, a manufactur...

This reproduction of a classical sculpture, of Apollo . T timeless piece for interior and a garden decoration. Measurement: Torso cm 100 base cm 80. We will deliver professionally ...

A finely cast French patinated bronze bust depicting Menelaus, the legendary King of Sparta and one of the principal heroes of Homer's Iliad, executed after an important classical pr...