What is a Parian bust?

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.

What is an Apollo bust?

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.

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.

What's a bust down Rolex?

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.

What is conceptual art in contemporary art?

In contemporary art, conceptual art is a movement that began in the 1960s. Artists producing conceptual art assign more importance to the idea behind the art than to the piece itself. An example is Joseph Kosuth’s One and Three Chairs, a piece consisting of a real chair, a photograph of a chair and the dictionary definition of the word chair. When the work was displayed, Kosuth included instructions for any chair to be photographed and then displayed beside its image. In this way, the chair itself is not the artwork. Rather, the art comes from examining the way the object, image and words provide competing and complementary definitions of what a chair is. Find a large selection of fine art on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between art and fine art?

Fine art is a category of art comprising works with purely aesthetic purpose, as opposed to applied art, which serves a practical function.

What kind of art is Western art?

Western art can reference art made in the American West, typically at the end of the 19th century. It can also reference any type of art that comes from the “west,” meaning a region that shares a European tradition, including the United States and Canada. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.

What type of art is KAWS’s art?

Many people consider KAWS’s art type to be Pop art. The style first emerged in the 1950s. In stark contrast to traditional artistic practice, Pop art’s practitioners drew on imagery from popular culture, using things like comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media to create original paintings, prints and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. In his work, KAWS similarly appropriates pop phenomena like Mickey Mouse, the Smurfs, the Simpsons and SpongeBob SquarePants. Shop a selection of KAWS art on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between fine art and decorative art?

Fine art denotes work of aesthetic value but no functional purpose, whereas decorative art is both visually appealing and functional.

What is the difference between contemporary art and modern art?

The term contemporary is applied to art by 21st-century artists; modern art refers to works created from the1880s and through the 1960s.

What is the difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco?

The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

Fossil art is a real fossil that has been mounted in a way that allows you to display it as a decorative accent. Some fossil art hangs on a wall, while others rest on tables like sculptures. Shop a selection of fossil art on 1stDibs.

What is figurative art?

Figurative art is representational, depicting subjects found in the real world.

What is a relief in art?

A relief, in art, is a sculptural form where sculpted patterns or images remain attached to a solid background. Reliefs give the illusion that the image was raised out of the background plane.

What is a reproduction in art?

A reproduction in art is a copy of another original work of art. This may be a painting, drawing, print, or other, but there is no creative process involved and they often have very little value unless they are limited.

What is Mosaic in art?

A mosaic in art is crafted by placing small pieces of stone, glass, or title together to form a design. This art form usts tiny parts to craft a whole image.

Prison art is art made by inmates in prison, often as part of a program to develop skills and reintegrate back into society. These art pieces can also help change society’s perception of prisoners. Shop a range of prison art pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Pop art is a movement, started in the 1950s, that uses imagery from popular culture.

Arte Murano refers to art from the Murano region of Italy, specifically Venetian glass. Murano is the worldwide leader in art glass and has been since 1291. This lovely glass is typically brilliantly colored and elaborately decorated with years of craftsmanship and style incorporated into each piece. Shop a range of antique and modern art glass from Murano, Italy on 1stDibs.

What is a diptych in art?

A diptych is a piece of art, either painting or relief, made up of two parts connected by hinges so they can be closed like a book. Diptychs are small in size, often used as an altarpiece for private prayers.

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French Art Nouveau Wax Young Girl Bust Sculpture, ca.1900

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Wax young girl bust sculpture by Mme Arondelle, 2 rue du Louvre, Paris, France, ca.1900

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Synthetic

French Art Nouveau Wax Young Girl Bust Sculpture, ca.1900

H 17.88 in W 13.19 in D 8.67 in

Art Deco Ceramic Bust, in 1938

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Ceramic Re-polished Labeled Original condition

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Busts

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Ceramic

Art Deco Ceramic Bust, in 1938

H 11.03 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in

Art Deco Plaster Bust Mannequin

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco plaster bust. Mannequin. They were owned by a Spanish designer that restaured. The

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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Busts

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Plaster

Art Deco Plaster Bust Mannequin

H 35.43 in W 16.92 in D 4 in

Art Deco Ceramic Bust Figurine, C1930

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this petite and very skillfully painted Art Deco ceramic head marked

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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Busts

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Ceramic

Art Deco Ceramic Bust Figurine, C1930

H 3.15 in W 2.76 in D 1.97 in

Art Nouveau Sculpture Bust by Anton Nelson

By Anton Nelson

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Art Nouveau sculpture Bust by Anton Nelson Circa 1949-1910 Origin France Material: zinc plated

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Busts

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Zinc

Art Nouveau Sculpture Bust by Anton Nelson

H 26.78 in W 17.72 in D 10.63 in

Antique Art Nouveau Plaster Bust by Hochock

Located in London, GB

A stunning antique bust from the Art Nouveau period. We think this is French and dates from around

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

Antique Art Nouveau Plaster Bust by Hochock

H 12 in W 7 in D 4 in

Art Deco Female Mannequin Bust, c1940's

Located in Devon, England

Fabulous Art Deco display female shop mannequin. She's in good vintage condition with the usual

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Busts

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Plaster

Art Deco Female Mannequin Bust, c1940's

H 15.75 in W 10.24 in D 8.67 in

French Art Nouveau Style Bronze Bohemian Woman Bust

Located in New York, NY

French Art Nouveau-style bronze bust of woman with long wavy hair and hair bow in a dress with

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20th Century Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Style Bronze Bohemian Woman Bust

H 21 in W 13 in D 5 in

Art Nouveau Dante Alighieri Bust Antique Italy, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Art Nouveau bronzed colored plaster bust. Bust with lots of patina, damages, as found

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

Art Nouveau Dante Alighieri Bust Antique Italy, 1900s

H 14.75 in W 17.5 in D 7.5 in

Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Lucrece” by E Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in London, GB

A entrancing late 19th century French Art Nouveau bronze bust entitled ‘Lucrece’, of a beautiful

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Lucrece” by E Villanis

H 20.87 in W 0 in D 0 in

Venus Bust Wall Plaque in Plaster

Located in Buxton, GB

This beautiful antique sculpture depicts the Roman goddess Venus and is a true masterpiece of art

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Mid-20th Century French Classical Roman Busts

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Plaster

Venus Bust Wall Plaque in Plaster

H 18.9 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

French Art Deco Bust of Jean Mermoz, Aviator - Cast in Bronze by Lucien Gibert

By Lucien Gibert

Located in London, GB

of pioneering French character, Mermoz was the perfect subject for this dramatic bronze bust by

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Busts

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Bronze

French Art Deco Bust of Jean Mermoz, Aviator - Cast in Bronze by Lucien Gibert

H 21.66 in W 16.15 in D 10.24 in

Pr. Art Deco Busts by Kupur Aka Frederick Cooper

By Frederick Cooper

Located in New York, NY

Stunning pair of Art Deco busts by the artist formerly known as Kupur , aka Frederick Cooper. These

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Busts

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Composition

Pr. Art Deco Busts by Kupur Aka Frederick Cooper

H 12 in W 9.25 in D 4.25 in

Art Deco Bust On Stand, c1930 By Bohumil Rezl

Located in Devon, England

Superbly stylish is this 1930's Art Deco bust of a female, standing 32 cm high and made from

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Busts

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Terracotta, Wood

Art Deco Bust On Stand, c1930 By Bohumil Rezl

H 12.6 in W 8.67 in D 7.88 in

French Art Deco Ceramic Bust of a Young Faun

Located in Winter Park, FL

A French Art Deco craquelé ceramic bust of a young faun with pointed ears and a garland of leaves

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20th Century French Art Deco Busts

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Marble

French Art Deco Ceramic Bust of a Young Faun

H 11.25 in W 6.5 in D 5.5 in

Art Deco Albaster Plautilla Bust Neoclassic, Early 20th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

Arts deco neoclassic Plautilla alabaster bust, circa 1930 white alabaster marble Handcrafted in

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Busts

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Alabaster

Art Deco Albaster Plautilla Bust Neoclassic, Early 20th Century

H 11.42 in W 5.32 in D 4.53 in

Vintage Folk Art Slab Built Clay Bust of Man

Located in west palm beach, FL

A fabulous vintage Boho sculpture of man. A chic slab built composition of a charming man in a hat. Beautiful hand painted detail. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Busts

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Clay

Vintage Folk Art Slab Built Clay Bust of Man

H 21.25 in W 11.5 in D 8 in

Large sculpture Statue Woman Girl Lady Bust 1900 Art Nouveau

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

Superb and rare polychrome plaster sculpture representing the bust of a young woman wearing a bow

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

Large sculpture Statue Woman Girl Lady Bust 1900 Art Nouveau

H 20.48 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

French Art Nouveau White Marble Bust of a Woman

Located in Essex, MA

Woman in an almost pre Raphaelite dress and pose. Wood plinth.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

French Art Nouveau White Marble Bust of a Woman

H 27 in W 18 in D 9 in

F. Goldscheider - large woman bust Polychrome Terracotta - Art Nouveau signed

By Friedrich Goldscheider

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Beautiful terracotta bust from the factory of Friedrich Goldscheider from the art nouveau period

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Terracotta

F. Goldscheider - large woman bust Polychrome Terracotta - Art Nouveau signed

H 21.26 in W 11.42 in D 7.09 in

French Antique Bust of a Young Girl in Plaster

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

French Antique Bust of a Young Girl in Plaster A pretty polychrome plaster bust of a young girl

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

French Antique Bust of a Young Girl in Plaster

H 13 in W 10.24 in D 6.7 in

Art Deco Hand Carved Female Flapper Girl Alabaster Bust, Unsigned

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original hand carved Art Deco bust of a young smiling Flapper woman. Worked out of Fine alabaster

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Busts

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Alabaster

Art Deco Hand Carved Female Flapper Girl Alabaster Bust, Unsigned

H 14 in W 8 in D 4 in

Outsider Art Fluorescent Papier-Mâché Bust Sculpture by Stephen Slomko

By Stephen Slomko

Located in Brooklyn, NY

For your consideration is this rare, one-of-a-kind bust by self-taught American outsider artist

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1990s American Folk Art Busts

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Paint, Polystyrene, Paper

Outsider Art Fluorescent Papier-Mâché Bust Sculpture by Stephen Slomko

H 22.75 in W 19.5 in D 15.25 in

Bust VISENTIN Gianni. for PORCELLANE D'ARTE RICHELIEU - 1980's

By Richelieu Art et Muebles de France

Located in Zandhoven, BE

BUSTE VISENTIN G - PORCELLANE D'ARTE RICHELIEU Porcelain buste with 18th Carat gold Original certificate still attached with the wax seal and it is signed by the designer Gianni Vi...

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Busts

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Gold Leaf

Bust VISENTIN Gianni. for PORCELLANE D'ARTE RICHELIEU - 1980's

H 7.88 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Large Antique Art Nouveau Austrian Porcelain Female Sculpture or Bust

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

in circa 1890 in the period Art Nouveau style. The bust does have a very faint and illegible

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Busts

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Porcelain

Large Antique Art Nouveau Austrian Porcelain Female Sculpture or Bust

H 24 in W 19 in D 10 in

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Esmerelda" by Emmanuel Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in London, GB

A beautiful patinated Art Nouveau bronze bust of a young Art Nouveau beauty with excellent

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Esmerelda" by Emmanuel Villanis

H 4.73 in W 2.37 in D 1.97 in

20th Century French Art Nouveau Terracotta Bust, A Gory, c.1900

By Affortunato Gory

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early-20th Century French Art Nouveau terracotta sculpture of a female bust. This sculpture

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Terracotta

20th Century French Art Nouveau Terracotta Bust, A Gory, c.1900

H 26.38 in W 15.36 in D 6.11 in

French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture “Bust of Thais” by Emmanuel Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in Shippensburg, PA

EMMANUEL VILLANIS French, fl. 1880-1920 "Bust of Thais" Cast signature to shoulder "E. Villanis

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture “Bust of Thais” by Emmanuel Villanis

H 11 in W 10.13 in D 6.25 in

French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture “Bust of Diana” by Emmanuel Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in Shippensburg, PA

EMMANUEL VILLANIS French, fl. 1880-1920 "Bust of Diana the Huntress" Signed in cast along

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture “Bust of Diana” by Emmanuel Villanis

H 22.75 in W 12 in D 5.88 in

Emmanuel Villdnis, ‘Nelly’, French Art Nouveau Patinated Bronze Bust, ca. 1890

By Emmanuel Villdnis

Located in New York, NY

inches Depth: 2.25 inches ABOUT THE SCULPTURE This portrait bust is of Nelly Faner, famous

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Emmanuel Villdnis, ‘Nelly’, French Art Nouveau Patinated Bronze Bust, ca. 1890

H 4.32 in W 2.32 in D 2.25 in

French Antique Terracotta Bust

Located in Austin, TX

Sculptural bust from France hand-crafted in terracotta. This finely detailed vintage work of art

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Busts

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Terracotta

French Antique Terracotta Bust

H 21.5 in W 13 in D 9 in

Art Nouveau Self Illuminating Female Bust Bronze Sculpture by Micael Levy

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Art Nouveau sculpture by in gilded bronze representing a young girl holding an illuminating casket

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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Self Illuminating Female Bust Bronze Sculpture by Micael Levy

H 10.5 in W 11 in D 9 in

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust Entitled "Lola" by Emmanuel Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in London, GB

Stunning Art Nouveau bronze bust depicting the character "Lola" modelled in the midst of an

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust Entitled "Lola" by Emmanuel Villanis

H 28 in W 18 in D 12 in

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust entitled "Silvia" by Emmanuel Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in London, GB

A very fine late 19th century French bronze bust of an attractive classical maiden modelled in the

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust entitled "Silvia" by Emmanuel Villanis

H 11.03 in W 6.3 in D 3.94 in

A 1900s Art Nouveau Patinated Wood Italian Bust of a Young Boy

Located in Catania, Sicilia

This Art Nouveau Italian bust embodies the movement's hallmark features and also incorporating

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Fruitwood

A 1900s Art Nouveau Patinated Wood Italian Bust of a Young Boy

H 18.51 in W 10.63 in D 9.45 in

French 19th-20th Century Art Nouveau Polychromed Terracotta Bust of "Crépuscule"

By Salesio Lugli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French 19th-20th century Art Nouveau polychromed terracotta bust of "Crépuscule" (Twilight

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Terracotta

French 19th-20th Century Art Nouveau Polychromed Terracotta Bust of "Crépuscule"

H 22 in W 14.38 in D 8.5 in

19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Entitled "Bohémienne" by Emmanuel Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in London, GB

Captivating late 19th century French bronze bust of a beautiful woman, enhanced by the variegated

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Entitled "Bohémienne" by Emmanuel Villanis

H 13 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in

Antique Carved Marble Bust in the Neoclassical Taste

Located in London, GB

A male portrait bust in the Roman manner by Lawrence MacDonald (1799-1878) Carved in Carrara marble

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Antique 1840s British Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Antique Carved Marble Bust in the Neoclassical Taste

H 25.6 in W 19.3 in D 10.24 in

Bust of a young woman in Carrara marble, 19th century

Located in Paris, FR

Direct carving of a portrait of a smiling young woman in white Carrara marble from the Art Nouveau

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Carrara Marble

Bust of a young woman in Carrara marble, 19th century

H 9.85 in W 13 in D 7.88 in

Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Signed Georges van der Straeten (1856-1941)

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in Petaluma, CA

This luscious bronze bust was done by the noted artist of his time - Georges van der Straeten

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Signed Georges van der Straeten (1856-1941)

H 12.5 in W 7 in D 6 in

Cleopatra Art Nouveau bronze bust woman with snake by Isidore De Rudder

By Isidore De Rudder

Located in Antwerp, BE

Cleopatra, Art Nouveau bronze bust woman with snake by Isidore De Rudder With foundry seal Luppens

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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Cleopatra Art Nouveau bronze bust woman with snake by Isidore De Rudder

H 22.05 in W 11.03 in D 10.24 in

French Art Nouveau Woman Bust “Fraises au Champagne” by Alfred Jean Foretay

By Alfred Jean Foretay

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Polychromed cast aluminium “Art Nouveau” bust of a young woman dressed in a ruffled bustier

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Aluminum

French Art Nouveau Woman Bust “Fraises au Champagne” by Alfred Jean Foretay

H 16.15 in Dm 8.27 in

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bust entitled “Brigitte” by Van Der Straeten

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in London, GB

A delightful Art Nouveau Bronze bust of an Art Nouveau beauty with rich red/brown patina and fine

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20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bust entitled “Brigitte” by Van Der Straeten

H 12.6 in W 0 in D 0 in

French Art Deco Modernist Bronze Sculpture, Bust of Young Man, Alfredo Pina

By Alfredo Pina

Located in Shippensburg, PA

" Item # 301MXO27P An exquisite casting of Alfredo Pina's "Bust of a Young Man" from the Art Deco

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20th Century French Art Deco Busts

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Marble, Bronze

French Art Deco Modernist Bronze Sculpture, Bust of Young Man, Alfredo Pina

H 19.25 in W 9.63 in D 6 in

Antique Portrait Bust, French, Decorative, Female Figure, Victorian, Art Nouveau

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

portrait bust, with Art Nouveau taste. Delivered polished and ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width

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Antique Late 19th Century French Busts

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Plaster

Antique Portrait Bust, French, Decorative, Female Figure, Victorian, Art Nouveau

H 12.6 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in

Early 20th Centrury French Bronze Entitled Art Nouveau Bust by Alexandre Caron

By A. Caron

Located in London, GB

An excellent French early 20th Century Art Nouveau bronze bust of a beautiful young woman waering

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Early 20th Centrury French Bronze Entitled Art Nouveau Bust by Alexandre Caron

H 6.89 in W 5.12 in D 1.97 in

“Femme Au Levrier” Art Deco Statue Bust by Raymond Leon Rivoire Sevres France

By Raymond Rivoire

Located in Oakland, CA

“Femme au Levrier” Art Deco statue bust by Raymond Leon Rivoire Sevres France circa 1937. Rare and

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Busts

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Porcelain

“Femme Au Levrier” Art Deco Statue Bust by Raymond Leon Rivoire Sevres France

H 9.5 in W 5.5 in D 7.5 in

Amelia Earhart Marble Bust Flight

Located in Oakland, CA

Amelia Earhart Marble Bust is ready to take flight. Rare original one-of-a-kind hand-carved marble

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Vintage 1950s Argentine Art Deco Busts

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Marble

Amelia Earhart Marble Bust Flight

H 18.5 in W 15 in D 8.5 in

Auguste Henri Carli Bust in Terracotta, France, Belgium, Early 20th Century

By Auguste Carli

Located in Verviers, BE

Auguste Henri Carli (1868-1930)-bust in terracotta, France, Belgium, early 20th century Signed A

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Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

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Terracotta

Auguste Henri Carli Bust in Terracotta, France, Belgium, Early 20th Century

H 9.44 in W 7.87 in D 3.93 in

Art Deco Neapolitan 'Scugnizzo' Bust by De Martino, Gilt and Burnished Bronze

By Neapolitan Craftsman

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Neapolitan "Scugnizzo" bust, Street boy, in gilt and burnished bronze, circa 1920 by Giovanni De

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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Neapolitan 'Scugnizzo' Bust by De Martino, Gilt and Burnished Bronze

H 9.85 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Early 20th Century Art Deco Terracotta Bust of Cleopatra by G. Carli

By Giuseppe Carli

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

An Art Deco sculpture depicts Cleopatra. Beautiful polychrome green patina. On a Black Belgian

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Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Busts

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Belgian Black Marble

Early 20th Century Art Deco Terracotta Bust of Cleopatra by G. Carli

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H 13.39 in W 10.24 in D 6.7 in

E Villanis, The Sibyl, Bronze Bust, Art Nouveau, Late 19th Early 20th Century

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Large bronze bust with polychrome patina (brown and gold), entitled La Sibylle Epreuve signed by

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

E Villanis, The Sibyl, Bronze Bust, Art Nouveau, Late 19th Early 20th Century

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H 27.56 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in

Antique George van der Straeten Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Woman with Cherries

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in Hampstead, QC

Georges Van Der Straeten (Belgian, 1856-1941) created this lovely bronze bust sculpture of a young

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Antique George van der Straeten Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Woman with Cherries

H 9 in W 4.25 in D 3.5 in

Julien Caussé, Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Young Beauty, France, circa 1900

By Julien Causse

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Julien Caussé, a well listed French sculptor. Art Nouveau bronze bust of a young beauty "Cigale

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

Julien Caussé, Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Young Beauty, France, circa 1900

H 12.21 in Dm 5.91 in

Early 20th C French Art Nouveau Bronze Bust “Brigitte” by Van Der Straeten

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in London, GB

A delightful Art Nouveau Bronze bust of an Art Nouveau beauty with rich red/brown patina and fine

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Early 20th C French Art Nouveau Bronze Bust “Brigitte” by Van Der Straeten

H 12.6 in W 0 in D 0 in

French Art Nouveau bronze bust of Diana Signed by Alexandre Falguiere

Located in London, GB

A fine Art Nouveau period patinated bronze bust of Diana, signed A. Falguiere, for Jean Alexandre

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Antique 1890s French Busts

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Marble, Bronze

French Art Nouveau bronze bust of Diana Signed by Alexandre Falguiere

H 6.3 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in

19th CENTURY PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL BUSTS IN TERRACOTTA AND PLASTER

Located in Firenze, FI

realism to the busts. The circular pedestal bases add elegance to the composition. These works of art date

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Busts

Materials

Pottery, Gesso

19th CENTURY PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL BUSTS IN TERRACOTTA AND PLASTER

H 26.38 in W 15.75 in D 9.06 in

Goddess of Fortune Bust

By Raffaello Romanelli

Located in Milan, IT

A splendid decorative object that will embellish any home or office, this magnificent work of art

Category

2010s Italian Busts

Materials

Other

Goddess of Fortune Bust

H 20.08 in W 11.82 in D 10.63 in

Stress by Deborah Ballard Art Sculpture Figural Head Bust 1986 Contemporary

Located in Dayton, OH

Stress by Deborah Ballard Art sculpture figural head bust 1986 contemporary 24" "Stress bust art

Category

Vintage 1980s Expressionist Busts

Materials

Clay

Stress by Deborah Ballard Art Sculpture Figural Head Bust 1986 Contemporary

H 24 in W 20 in D 14 in

Fred Press, American Art Deco, Painted Plaster Bust of a Faun, ca. 1930s

By Fred Press

Located in New York, NY

four years in the 1930’s. He studied, and later taught at the Vesper George School of Art in Boston. He

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Busts

Materials

Plaster

Fred Press, American Art Deco, Painted Plaster Bust of a Faun, ca. 1930s

H 12.75 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

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Questions About Busts In Art

What is a Parian bust?
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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.
What is an Apollo bust?
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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.
What is a head bust?
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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.
What's a bust down Rolex?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
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.
What is conceptual art in contemporary art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
In contemporary art, conceptual art is a movement that began in the 1960s. Artists producing conceptual art assign more importance to the idea behind the art than to the piece itself. An example is Joseph Kosuth’s One and Three Chairs, a piece consisting of a real chair, a photograph of a chair and the dictionary definition of the word chair. When the work was displayed, Kosuth included instructions for any chair to be photographed and then displayed beside its image. In this way, the chair itself is not the artwork. Rather, the art comes from examining the way the object, image and words provide competing and complementary definitions of what a chair is. Find a large selection of fine art on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between art and fine art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Fine art is a category of art comprising works with purely aesthetic purpose, as opposed to applied art, which serves a practical function.
What kind of art is Western art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Western art can reference art made in the American West, typically at the end of the 19th century. It can also reference any type of art that comes from the “west,” meaning a region that shares a European tradition, including the United States and Canada. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
What type of art is KAWS’s art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Many people consider KAWS’s art type to be Pop art. The style first emerged in the 1950s. In stark contrast to traditional artistic practice, Pop art’s practitioners drew on imagery from popular culture, using things like comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media to create original paintings, prints and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. In his work, KAWS similarly appropriates pop phenomena like Mickey Mouse, the Smurfs, the Simpsons and SpongeBob SquarePants. Shop a selection of KAWS art on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between fine art and decorative art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Fine art denotes work of aesthetic value but no functional purpose, whereas decorative art is both visually appealing and functional.
What is the difference between contemporary art and modern art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The term contemporary is applied to art by 21st-century artists; modern art refers to works created from the1880s and through the 1960s.
What is the difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
What is fossil art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Fossil art is a real fossil that has been mounted in a way that allows you to display it as a decorative accent. Some fossil art hangs on a wall, while others rest on tables like sculptures. Shop a selection of fossil art on 1stDibs.
What is figurative art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Figurative art is representational, depicting subjects found in the real world.
What is a relief in art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A relief, in art, is a sculptural form where sculpted patterns or images remain attached to a solid background. Reliefs give the illusion that the image was raised out of the background plane.
What is a reproduction in art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A reproduction in art is a copy of another original work of art. This may be a painting, drawing, print, or other, but there is no creative process involved and they often have very little value unless they are limited.
What is Mosaic in art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A mosaic in art is crafted by placing small pieces of stone, glass, or title together to form a design. This art form usts tiny parts to craft a whole image.
What is prison art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Prison art is art made by inmates in prison, often as part of a program to develop skills and reintegrate back into society. These art pieces can also help change society’s perception of prisoners. Shop a range of prison art pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Pop art is a movement, started in the 1950s, that uses imagery from popular culture.
What is Arte Murano?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Arte Murano refers to art from the Murano region of Italy, specifically Venetian glass. Murano is the worldwide leader in art glass and has been since 1291. This lovely glass is typically brilliantly colored and elaborately decorated with years of craftsmanship and style incorporated into each piece. Shop a range of antique and modern art glass from Murano, Italy on 1stDibs.
What is a diptych in art?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A diptych is a piece of art, either painting or relief, made up of two parts connected by hinges so they can be closed like a book. Diptychs are small in size, often used as an altarpiece for private prayers.