$78,500
H 42.5 in W 14.5 in D 13 in
19th Century White Carrara Sculpture, Signed Chauncey Bradley Ives
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An American mid 19th century solid white Carrara sculpture of a winged cupid, signed Chauncey
Carrara Marble
$124,500Sale Price|32% Off
H 66 in W 38 in D 31.5 in
Italian 19th Century Life Size Marble Group "Hebe and Eagle" by Aristide Fontana
By Aristide Fontana 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Mozier, and Chauncey Bradley Ives. Ives's example, modeled in Rome in 1854, in fact became his most
Carrara Marble
$142,800
H 62.6 in W 78.75 in D 1.58 in
Psyche at Her Bath: Unique Museum-Grade Hand-Embroidered Silk Tapestry, 1/1
By Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
"Psyche at Her Bath": A Neoclassical 1/1 Masterpiece. This Statement Piece defines Quiet Luxury. Unique Contemporary Fiber Art, hand-embroidered in silk. VIP White-Glove delivery fro...
Silk
$26,512Sale Price|20% Off
H 50.4 in W 42.52 in
Equestrian portrait of Louis XIV, workshop of René-Antoine Houasse, French 17th
Located in PARIS, FR
Equestrian portrait of Louis XIV, Workshop of René-Antoine Houasse, (Paris, c. 1645 - Paris, 1710) Late 17th century French school, c. 1690 Oil on canvas, h. 100 cm, w. 80 cm Importa...
Canvas, Oil
Georgian Blue John and Silver Urn
By Sir William Chambers
Located in New Orleans, LA
This important George III blue John urn is attributed to famed Swedish architect Sir William Chambers. The solid piece is carved entirely from rare Blue John Derbyshire spar, taken f...
Stone, Marble
$84,500Sale Price|41% Off
H 40.5 in W 45.5 in D 14 in
Italian 19th-20th Century Marble Group "Allegory to Music" Children's Orchestra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and large Italian 19th-20th century Carrara marble group "Allegory to Music" depicting five Bacchic putti musicians playing various instruments. The finely carved Palatia...
Carrara Marble
$1,919,231
H 59.45 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Antique French Marquetry, Ormolu and Jasperware Bureau du Roi by Beurdeley
By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley
Located in London, GB
Antique French marquetry, ormolu and jasperware Bureau du Roi by Beurdeley French, c. 1890 Height 151cm, width 190cm, depth 100cm The Bureau du Roi, also known as the secrétaire à ...
Ormolu
$171,359
H 74.81 in W 40.16 in D 10.24 in
Pair of George II Style English Giltwood ‘Rococo’ Wall Mirrors
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Magnificent Pair of George II Style English Carved Giltwood ‘Rococo’ Wall Mirrors After A Design By Thomas Johnson. Of large proportions, each mirror having a cartouche-shaped pla...
Gesso, Giltwood
$191,923
H 64 in W 62 in D 2 in
Manor House with Cottages - British 18thC Old Master art oil painting VG prov.
By George Lambert
Located in Hagley, England
This stunning British Old Master landscape oil painting, with excellent provenance, is by George Lambert. Lambert was a pioneer of British landscape in art for its own sake. Painted ...
Oil
$329,870 / set
H 38.98 in W 70.08 in D 35.04 in
Pair of Palatial Giltwood Console Tables with Marble Tops, circa 1870
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A magnificent and important pair of Palatial giltwood console tables with Verde Antico marble tops. Italian or French, circa 1870. This exceptional pair of giltwood console ta...
Marble
Indian Engraved Silver Table Fountain by Oomersi Mawji & Sons
By Oomersi Mawji & Sons
Located in London, GB
Indian engraved silver table fountain by Oomersi Mawji & Sons Indian, late 19th century Measures: Height 40cm, width 23cm, depth 21cm This exceptional table fountain is by the c...
Silver
19th Century Russian Silver Samovar
Located in London, GB
19th century Russian silver samovar Russian, 1875 Height 42cm, width 28cm, depth 31cm This elegant silver samovar was crafted by Russian craftsmen in 1875. Samovars are a very impo...
Silver
Large Quartz Crystal and Vermeil Bird Model by Asprey
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
Large quartz crystal and vermeil bird model by Asprey Swiss, c. 1975 Height 40cm, width 33cm, depth 40cm This phenomenal piece of sculpture depicts an eagle in motion, taking off fr...
Quartz, Pyrite, Vermeil
$138,500
H 38.13 in W 27.25 in D 13.5 in
Isabella d'Este and Francesco II Gonzaga Majolica Busts by Angelo
By Angelo Minghetti
Located in New Orleans, LA
These two busts, monumental in both their size and artistry, come from the renowned Italian majolica workshop of the famed Angelo Minghetti. Depicted are the Renaissance political an...
Enamel
Thomas Webb & Sons Cameo Luna Vase by George Woodall
By Thomas Webb & Sons
Located in New Orleans, LA
Of all the glassworks created in the second half of the 19th century, the most difficult to perfect were those done in cameo. Very few artisans ever achieved success in hand-crafting...
Glass
$285,000
H 148 in W 62 in D 12 in
French Mid-19th Century Louis XIV Style Marble Console and Matching Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and palatially scaled French mid 19th century Louis XIV st. ormolu, giltwood, Campan Rubané, Rose Vif and Fleur de Pêcher marble console and matching mirror. Standing over...
Marble, Ormolu
Ducklings And A Mother Hen
Located in New Orleans, LA
Alexander Koester 1864-1932 German Ducklings and a Mother Hen Signed "A. Koester" (lower left) Oil on canvas Esteemed German artist Alexander Koester was known for his charming p...
Canvas, Oil
$28,500 / set
H 18.25 in W 15 in D 7 in
A Pair 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved Carrara Marble Busts of Apollo & Artemis
By Ferdinando Vichi
Located in New York, NY
An Outstanding Pair 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved Carrara Marble Busts of Apollo & Artemis, One Bust is Signed on the Back, "F Vichi". This pair of stunning marble busts, hand-car...
Carrara Marble
Figurative sculpture is a modern art form in which artists create work that is typically representative of the visible world. However, sculptures that are considered to be figurative in style can definitely be inclusive of abstract elements. A wide range of antique, new and vintage figurative sculptures has been made over the years by both well-known and emerging artists, and these pieces can prove striking and provocative as part of your home decor.
Realistic representation in visual art has a very long history. And while figurative artists, whether figurative painters or sculptors, find inspiration in humans, animals and real-life objects, good figurative sculptures can make us think differently about how the real world should look. Just as figurative paintings might include Photorealistic human likenesses, they can also include elements of Surrealism and can suggest a creative and alternative reality. Figurative sculptures aren’t always realistic impressions of our world — depictions of the human form in classical Greek sculpture, for example, might emphasize beauty and physical perfection.
There are a variety of figurative sculptures on 1stDibs created by artists working in a number of styles, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, mid-century modern and more. A large figurative sculpture can introduce an excellent focal point in a guest bedroom, while smaller works might draw the eye to spaces such as wall shelving or a bookcase that people may otherwise overlook.
When decorating your living room, dining room, home office and study areas with figurative sculptures, don’t be afraid to choose bold colors to inject brightness into neutral spaces. Texture is another factor to consider when purchasing figurative sculptures. A highly textural work of ceramics or wood will catch the eye in a sleek modern space, whereas a smooth, flat glass sculpture can offer an often much-needed contrast in a room that already has many textures.
On 1stDibs, find antique, new or vintage figurative sculpture or other kinds of sculpture for your home decor today.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.