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Parian Bust of Confederate General Robert E. Lee on Carved Neoclassical Base
Parian Bust of Confederate General Robert E. Lee on Carved Neoclassical Base

Parian Bust of Confederate General Robert E. Lee on Carved Neoclassical Base

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Sculpture Bust of Confederate General Robert E. Lee Porcelain (Parian), 14” high, on carved wood neoclassical base Inscribed “General Lee/by Morris/J&TB 401.”

Category

Antique 19th Century English Busts

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Late 20th Century Hand Carved Alabaster Napoleon Bust Statue on Marble Base
Late 20th Century Hand Carved Alabaster Napoleon Bust Statue on Marble Base

Late 20th Century Hand Carved Alabaster Napoleon Bust Statue on Marble Base

Located in Lisse, NL

Good quality, handcrafted bust of Napoleon Bonaparte. If you are a collector of good quality sculptures having to do with (French) historical figures then this rare and wonderful ...

Category

Late 20th Century French Empire Busts

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Late 19th Century French Grand Tour Apollo Belvedere Bust on Marble Base - 10 In
Late 19th Century French Grand Tour Apollo Belvedere Bust on Marble Base - 10 In

Late 19th Century French Grand Tour Apollo Belvedere Bust on Marble Base - 10 In

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Inspired by the celebrated Apollo Belvedere, one of the most admired sculptures of classical antiquity, this finely modelled French bust was produced during the late 19th century, a ...

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Antique 19th Century Busts

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Mounted Sculpture Bust in Bronze on Stone Base Biblot Decorative LA
19th Century Mounted Sculpture Bust in Bronze on Stone Base Biblot Decorative LA

19th Century Mounted Sculpture Bust in Bronze on Stone Base Biblot Decorative LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Antiques dealer Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Beverly hills Melrose . Bust, inspired by Classic models. Bronze head mounted on a dark Stone base representing a bearded male character.

Category

Antique 19th Century European Busts

Materials

Stone, Bronze

19th Century Russian Bronze Bust of Tsar Alexander I on Marbleized Column Base
19th Century Russian Bronze Bust of Tsar Alexander I on Marbleized Column Base

19th Century Russian Bronze Bust of Tsar Alexander I on Marbleized Column Base

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

This gilt bronze bust of Tsar Alexander I wearing a laurel wreath and Roman toga dating to the late 19th century is unsigned and made after the original by the Felix Chopin Foundry i...

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Wood

Oversized the Sun King Louis XIV 3/4 Bust Carved Alabaster on Marble Base
Oversized the Sun King Louis XIV 3/4 Bust Carved Alabaster on Marble Base

Oversized the Sun King Louis XIV 3/4 Bust Carved Alabaster on Marble Base

Located in Big Flats, NY

Vintage and large carved alabaster 3/4 bust sculpture of the sun king, Louis XIV, seated on marble pedestal, 20th century. Measures: 55" H x 24" W x 14" D, overall;...

Category

20th Century French Busts

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Head Bust Stone Replica of Rameses I Egypt 1292-1290 BC on Ebonized Base
Head Bust Stone Replica of Rameses I Egypt 1292-1290 BC on Ebonized Base

Head Bust Stone Replica of Rameses I Egypt 1292-1290 BC on Ebonized Base

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

This head bust depicts the founder of the 19th Dynasty in ancient Egypt also known as Paramessu, 20th century. The original is held by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and there is re...

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Late 20th Century American Egyptian Busts

Materials

Composition

1980s Neo-Classical Greco-Roman Maitland-Smith Bronze Bust / Marble Base - David
1980s Neo-Classical Greco-Roman Maitland-Smith Bronze Bust / Marble Base - David

1980s Neo-Classical Greco-Roman Maitland-Smith Bronze Bust / Marble Base - David

By Maitland Smith

Located in Kennesaw, GA

It is a Neo-classical style bronze male bust on a marble base by Maitland-Smith. It is marked and in very good condition.

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Plaster Bust of Roman Emperor Augustus on Wood Pedestal
Plaster Bust of Roman Emperor Augustus on Wood Pedestal

Plaster Bust of Roman Emperor Augustus on Wood Pedestal

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous bust of Roman emperor Augustus. USA, Circa mid-20th century Plaster bust on wood pedestal base Measures: 2.75"W x 2.75"D x 7.5"H.

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Mid-20th Century American Grand Tour Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Bronze Skull Head on Square Wooden Base
Bronze Skull Head on Square Wooden Base

Bronze Skull Head on Square Wooden Base

Located in Marbella, ES

Bronze Skull Head on Square Wooden Base

Category

Late 20th Century European Busts

Materials

Bronze

Italian Roman 'David' Sculpture on Black Marble Base
Italian Roman 'David' Sculpture on Black Marble Base

Italian Roman 'David' Sculpture on Black Marble Base

Located in New York, NY

A substantial mid-20th century classic Italian Roman statue of the 'David' on a black marble base, circa 1960s, Italy. Piece is a resin head/bust on a black marble base with slight w...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Marble

Midcentury Bronze Bust Sculpture
Midcentury Bronze Bust Sculpture

Midcentury Bronze Bust Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful unique bronze bust sculpture on wooden base.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Bronze

Sculpture Head or Bust
Sculpture Head or Bust

Sculpture Head or Bust

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Greek or Roman ancient replica sculpture head or bust on wood base, measuring 9.5 inches high. A very nice replica sculpture which includes purposeful design mark on scul...

Category

20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

20th century Plaster Greek Head on Wooden Base, 1950s
20th century Plaster Greek Head on Wooden Base, 1950s

20th century Plaster Greek Head on Wooden Base, 1950s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Greek head of a man in plaster on wooden base dating from the 1950s in very good condition. Ideal for decoration in a bibliotheque or on a column.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Busts

Materials

Plaster

Impressive Hand-Carved Wooden Buddha Head on Acrylic Base
Impressive Hand-Carved Wooden Buddha Head on Acrylic Base

Impressive Hand-Carved Wooden Buddha Head on Acrylic Base

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool and impressive hand carved wooden Buddha head on a large solid acrylic base. There are a couple of small wood gouges on the piece (see pictures), but they only add to the...

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Mid-20th Century Busts

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Small Male Torso Bronze Sculpture on Circular Marble Base
Small Male Torso Bronze Sculpture on Circular Marble Base

Small Male Torso Bronze Sculpture on Circular Marble Base

Located in Yonkers, NY

This small bronze male torso is modeled in the classical tradition, presenting a fragmented figure with well-defined musculature and a sculptural presence that evokes archaeological ...

Category

Late 20th Century Busts

Materials

Marble, Metal, Bronze

19th Century Italian Marble Bust
19th Century Italian Marble Bust

19th Century Italian Marble Bust

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Handsome white marble 19th century bust on black marble base, signed and dated by artist.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Busts

Parian Bust of John Milton
Parian Bust of John Milton

Parian Bust of John Milton

Located in Cheshire, GB

19th century John Milton Parian ware bust raised on a circular pedestal base. Dimensions: Height 15.5 inches Width 12 inches Depth 7.5 inches.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Busts

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Lucite Buddha Head / Bust
Midcentury Lucite Buddha Head / Bust

Midcentury Lucite Buddha Head / Bust

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool midcentury Lucite Buddha head or bust on a Lucite base, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Lucite

English Sculpture Head or Bust
English Sculpture Head or Bust

English Sculpture Head or Bust

By Alva Studios

Located in New York, NY

A small vintage English sculpture head or bust on wood base. This replica sculpture piece was made in England from an original featured at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston MA (as read...

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Mid-20th Century English Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Neoclassical Style Marble Bust Torso Sculpture
Neoclassical Style Marble Bust Torso Sculpture

Neoclassical Style Marble Bust Torso Sculpture

Located in San Francisco, CA

A beautifully carved neoclassical style marble bust torso figure on a wood base.

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Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble

Grand Tour Style Female Bronze Bust
Grand Tour Style Female Bronze Bust

Grand Tour Style Female Bronze Bust

Located in Atlanta, GA

Grand Tour style female bronze bust on lacquered wood base, artist unknown, Italy, circa early 20th century.

Category

20th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Four-Sided Carved Soapstone Brahma Head Sculpture on Marble Base
Vintage Four-Sided Carved Soapstone Brahma Head Sculpture on Marble Base

Vintage Four-Sided Carved Soapstone Brahma Head Sculpture on Marble Base

Located in San Diego, CA

A finely carved four-sided Asian sculpture depicting a serene multi-faced deity, likely inspired by representations of Brahma in Southeast Asian tradition. Executed in mottled green-...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Marble, Soapstone

Hermes, Greek God Bronze Sculpture with Verde Patina on Custom Base
Hermes, Greek God Bronze Sculpture with Verde Patina on Custom Base

Hermes, Greek God Bronze Sculpture with Verde Patina on Custom Base

Located in Yonkers, NY

A bronze sculpture of the Greek God Hermes in verde patina, on custom base. This exquisite bronze sculpture captures the Greek God Hermes in a state of serene majesty. The verdant gr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greco Roman Busts

Materials

Bronze

Lillian Katznelson Head of a Young Boy Bronze on Marble Base
Lillian Katznelson Head of a Young Boy Bronze on Marble Base

Lillian Katznelson Head of a Young Boy Bronze on Marble Base

Located in Montreal, QC

This study is clearly by one who knows and loves children and looks with a sensitive eye. It is not easy to cast in bronze the fugitive nature of childhood but she succeeds admirably...

Category

Mid-20th Century Busts

Materials

Bronze

1880s Small  Dore Bronze Bust Of Shakespeare
1880s Small  Dore Bronze Bust Of Shakespeare

1880s Small Dore Bronze Bust Of Shakespeare

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Small 1890s dore bronze bust of Shakespeare on a marble base.

Category

Antique 1890s Busts

Materials

Bronze

Asian Early 20th Century Burnished Bronze Woman Head on Ebonized Wood Base
Asian Early 20th Century Burnished Bronze Woman Head on Ebonized Wood Base

Asian Early 20th Century Burnished Bronze Woman Head on Ebonized Wood Base

Located in Firenze, IT

This Indo-Chinese sophisticated sculpture of a woman with hair up and jewelry has a very graceful facial expression, this sculpture of narrow proportion rests on a squared black wood...

Category

Early 20th Century Thai Busts

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Grand Tour Neoclassical Bust of Apollo
Stunning Grand Tour Neoclassical Bust of Apollo

Stunning Grand Tour Neoclassical Bust of Apollo

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A wonderful polished bronze bust on a marble base, perfect for a curio cabinet, desk or bookshelf. so many places this would look stunning.

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Antique 1890s Italian Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Frosted Glass Bust, Schlevogt-Hoffmann
Art Deco Frosted Glass Bust, Schlevogt-Hoffmann

Art Deco Frosted Glass Bust, Schlevogt-Hoffmann

By Heinrich Hoffmann, Henry Schlevogt

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This is an Art Deco "Ingrid" frosted glass bust. Raised on a geometric base of 3.5" height, the entire piece is frosted except the faceted edges of the base.

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Busts

Materials

Glass

19th Century Italian Marble Base Spelter of Napoleon on Horse Signed R. Nannini
19th Century Italian Marble Base Spelter of Napoleon on Horse Signed R. Nannini

19th Century Italian Marble Base Spelter of Napoleon on Horse Signed R. Nannini

By Raphaël Nannini

Located in Dallas, TX

Mounted on a variegated black and grey marble base, the elegant piece exudes a timeless elegance and solidity, reflecting the historical significance of its subject.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Busts

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Bronze Naked Lady on Marble Base Signed L Art Bronze Qualite, France, 1965s
Bronze Naked Lady on Marble Base Signed L Art Bronze Qualite, France, 1965s

Bronze Naked Lady on Marble Base Signed L Art Bronze Qualite, France, 1965s

By Le Art Bronze France

Located in Verviers, BE

Bronze naked lady very nicely made and signed. With very nice patina. A beautiful addition to any collector Measure: Weight 81 ounce.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Baroque Grey Sandstone Head of a Woman on Marble Base, Around 1780
18th Century Baroque Grey Sandstone Head of a Woman on Marble Base, Around 1780

18th Century Baroque Grey Sandstone Head of a Woman on Marble Base, Around 1780

Located in Berlin, DE

Dating back to around 1780, this 18th-century Baroque Grey Hand-Carved Sandstone Head of a Woman is a remarkable testament to the artistry of its era. The intricately crafted piece, ...

Category

Antique 1780s French Baroque Busts

Materials

Sandstone, Marble

Classic Roman Sculpture Bust of David by Ruggeri Italy
Classic Roman Sculpture Bust of David by Ruggeri Italy

Classic Roman Sculpture Bust of David by Ruggeri Italy

By G. Ruggeri

Located in Antwerp, BE

Classic Roman Bust on black marble base after the Statue of David in ivorine (faux-ivory celluloid) On black marble base.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Marble

Young Alabaster Woman Sculpted in Late 19th Century Bust
Young Alabaster Woman Sculpted in Late 19th Century Bust

Young Alabaster Woman Sculpted in Late 19th Century Bust

Located in Marseille, FR

Young woman sculpted in a late 19th century bust on a portor marble base measuring 26 cm high by 12 cm wide by 7 cm deep.

Category

Antique 19th Century Busts

Materials

Marble

Large Pair of Faux Marble Busts of Apollo and Diana
Large Pair of Faux Marble Busts of Apollo and Diana

Large Pair of Faux Marble Busts of Apollo and Diana

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large Pair of Faux Marble Busts of Apollo and Diana After the Antique, the plaster busts on a circular base.

Category

20th Century Busts

Materials

Coating

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".

Category

Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Marble, Alabaster

Hand Carved Wooden Bust Sculpture of Dantes, Early 20th Century
Hand Carved Wooden Bust Sculpture of Dantes, Early 20th Century

Hand Carved Wooden Bust Sculpture of Dantes, Early 20th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

A finely carved solid mahogany (almost life-size) shoulder bust of Dantes on a plinth base. Origin unknown, early 20th century.   

Category

Early 20th Century Busts

Materials

Mahogany

20th Century Large Plaster Library Bust of Julius Caesar Grand Tour
20th Century Large Plaster Library Bust of Julius Caesar Grand Tour

20th Century Large Plaster Library Bust of Julius Caesar Grand Tour

Located in Lowestoft, GB

After the antique, an imposing and highly decorative plaster bust of Julius Caesar on socle base. 20th century, with age related discolouration and wear 80cm in height 62cm...

Category

20th Century European Busts

Materials

Plaster

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

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Classical Greek Hard Stone Portrait Bust Sculpture, Elio Caesar, circa 1940
Classical Greek Hard Stone Portrait Bust Sculpture, Elio Caesar, circa 1940

Classical Greek Hard Stone Portrait Bust Sculpture, Elio Caesar, circa 1940

Located in Big Flats, NY

A vintage classical sculpture offers cast hard stone construction and depicts portrait bust of Elio Caesar, signed on base as photographed, circa 1940 Measures: 29" H x 2" W x 11"...

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Mid-20th Century European Classical Greek Busts

Materials

Cast Stone

Pair or Set of French Grand Tour Terra Cotta Busts on Fluted Pine Bases
Pair or Set of French Grand Tour Terra Cotta Busts on Fluted Pine Bases

Pair or Set of French Grand Tour Terra Cotta Busts on Fluted Pine Bases

Located in Nashville, TN

The bases 9 inches tall each . Female bust on base 26.5 inches tall due to wig Male bust on base 25 inches tall.  

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta, Pine

Classic Greek or Roman Bust on Black Marble Base
Classic Greek or Roman Bust on Black Marble Base

Classic Greek or Roman Bust on Black Marble Base

Located in New York, NY

Resin bust on black marble, with white veins, base.

Category

20th Century Italian Classical Roman More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Marble

Neoclassical Bust Statue in Neon Green on Black Base
Neoclassical Bust Statue in Neon Green on Black Base

Neoclassical Bust Statue in Neon Green on Black Base

Located in New York, NY

A neoclassical female bust statue in neon green on a black glass base.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Composition

Alberto Giacometti Bronze Bust Sculpture on a Stone Base
Alberto Giacometti Bronze Bust Sculpture on a Stone Base

Alberto Giacometti Bronze Bust Sculpture on a Stone Base

By Alberto Giacometti

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

An exquisite bronze bust sculpture crafted by the renowned artist Alberto Giacometti.

Category

20th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Granite, Bronze

Late 19th Century Bust of Burmese Buddha on Acrylic Base
Late 19th Century Bust of Burmese Buddha on Acrylic Base

Late 19th Century Bust of Burmese Buddha on Acrylic Base

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bust of lacquered metal Burmese Buddha on an acrylic base.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Small Alabaster Bust on Marble Base by Fritz Kochendorfer, 1891
Small Alabaster Bust on Marble Base by Fritz Kochendorfer, 1891

Small Alabaster Bust on Marble Base by Fritz Kochendorfer, 1891

Located in Delft, NL

A small alabaster bust on marble base by Fritz Kochendorfer (1871-1942) A bust of a female with curly hair, made of alabaster Under the marble is a small medal of F.

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Antique Late 19th Century German Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base
Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base

Vintage Decorative Nefertiti Egyptian Queen Bust Statue on Marble Base

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A classic decorative bust statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Polished Brass Kudu or Impala Sculpture Bust on Black Lucite Base
Polished Brass Kudu or Impala Sculpture Bust on Black Lucite Base

Polished Brass Kudu or Impala Sculpture Bust on Black Lucite Base

By Karl Springer

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Polished brass kudu or impala sculpture bust on black Lucite base.

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Small Alabaster Bust on Marble Base by German Daniel Greiner, 1900
Small Alabaster Bust on Marble Base by German Daniel Greiner, 1900

Small Alabaster Bust on Marble Base by German Daniel Greiner, 1900

Located in Delft, NL

A small alabaster bust on marble base by German Daniel Greiner (1872-1943), circa 1900, a bust of a boy made of alabaster Daniel Greiner a German sculptor Singed, reverse body ...

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Early 20th Century German Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Vintage Decorative Roman or Greek Bust Statue on Marble Base, 1960s
Vintage Decorative Roman or Greek Bust Statue on Marble Base, 1960s

Vintage Decorative Roman or Greek Bust Statue on Marble Base, 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A classic decorative Bust statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models

Materials

Stone

Bronze Sculpture / Bust on Marble Base "The Savage" by Frederic Remington
Bronze Sculpture / Bust on Marble Base "The Savage" by Frederic Remington

Bronze Sculpture / Bust on Marble Base "The Savage" by Frederic Remington

By Frederic Remington

Located in San Diego, CA

Bronze sculpture / bust on 8" D round marble base entitled "The Savage" by Frederic Remington, circa 1960s. #1383 Remington created "The Savage," copyrighted in 1908, as a pendant t...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Giuseppe Garibaldi Antique Italian Bronze Bust or Sculpture on a Wooden Base
Giuseppe Garibaldi Antique Italian Bronze Bust or Sculpture on a Wooden Base

Giuseppe Garibaldi Antique Italian Bronze Bust or Sculpture on a Wooden Base

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique bronze sculpture may be signed on the back by an unknown artist and presumed to date to approximately 1900 and originate from Italy. The well executed bronze sculpture d...

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Early 20th Century Italian Late Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Early 1900s Signed Alabaster Sculpture / Bust of Jesus Christ on a Marble Base
Early 1900s Signed Alabaster Sculpture / Bust of Jesus Christ on a Marble Base

Early 1900s Signed Alabaster Sculpture / Bust of Jesus Christ on a Marble Base

Located in Lisse, NL

The perfectly geometrical and flat Art Deco base makes this sculpture stand very strong and stabile.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Religious Items

Materials

Alabaster, Carrara Marble

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Find many varieties of an authentic bust on base available at 1stDibs. Each bust on base for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, metal and marble. If you’re shopping for a bust on base, we have 111 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bust on base, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A bust on base made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made bust on base over the years, but those crafted by Adriatico Froli, Demetre Chiparus and F. Barbedienne Foundry are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Bust On Base?

Prices for a bust on base start at $350 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $1,800.

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.

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Questions About Bust On Base
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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.
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    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A lamp base is the lighting element of the lamp which attaches to the lamp body. They are traditionally made up of nickel-plated brass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sled base, most commonly seen on chairs, is a type of base that provides better weight distribution than a four-legged chair. Modeled after sleds, sled base legs feature a connection between the front and back legs. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary sled base chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The base of a lamp is usually just called the lamp base. Manufacturers and artisans produce lamp bases out of a wide range of materials, including metal, wood, glass and pottery. Find a selection of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Naeem Khan is a fashion designer who is based in the fashion district of New York City. Born in Mumbai, Khan learned about textiles from his father and grandfather who both designed clothing for Indian royal families. After moving to the United States as a teen, he began his foray into the fashion business. You’ll find a variety of Naeem Khan products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The Scream painting was based on artist Edvard Munch's own emotional experiences. Munch recalled his inspiration in a January 22, 1892, diary entry: “I was walking along the road with two friends — the sun went down — I felt a gust of melancholy — suddenly the sky turned a bloody red. I stopped, leaned against the railing, tired to death — as the flaming skies hung like blood and sword over the blue-black fjord and the city — my friends went on — I stood there trembling with anxiety — and I felt a vast infinite scream through nature.” Many people associate the image with a feeling of anxiety, interpreting it as representing how the world appears to someone experiencing this emotion. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Edvard Munch art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In the collections of most cabinetmakers, the narrowest base cabinet is 9 inches. However, manufacturers' offerings vary. Some may only design base cabinets as small as 10 or 11 inches, while others may have narrower options. Find a variety of cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Famed American photographer Edward Weston was based in California, where he moved when he was 21 from his native Illinois. From there, he developed his trailblazing career that has won him dedicated fans worldwide. Shop a collection of expertly-vetted Edward Weston photography from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A sink base cabinet is a cabinet designed to be used in combination with a sink. The type of sink installed will influence the cabinet's design. Because the cabinet has no back panel, there is plenty of room to reach the plumbing. There are no drawers in a sink base cabinet, as that might hinder water lines, but the exterior of the cabinet typically features false drawer fronts.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A table base should be roughly two-thirds of the size of the tabletop. So a top with a 60-inch diameter should be paired with a 40-inch base.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Blue Dog painting by George Rodrigue was inspired by the artist’s dog, a spaniel-terrier blend named Tiffany, as well as the legendary Cajun creature called the Loup-garou. Browse an array of artist George Rodrigue’s pieces and prints from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The watch that the Cartier Crash may have been based on is the Cartier Maxi Oval, also known as the Baignoire Allongée. One theory is that the watch's creators, Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson, became inspired to create the Crash after seeing a damaged Maxi Oval that a customer brought in after he was involved in a car accident. Another theory is that the designers drew inspiration from Salvador Dalí's famous work, The Persistence of Memory. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cartier watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Armin Hofmann based his design philosophy on the traditional elements of design. He built the compositions for his graphic designs on points, lines and shapes. He is well known for his theater posters. On 1stDibs, find a range of Armin Hofmann art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The bases of Arne Jacobsen chairs are mounted in different ways. In some pieces, artisans bolt or screw the base into the seat. Other designs have a pedestal base driven into a hole on the seat bottom with a mallet. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Arne Jacobsen chairs.