1988 House of Hatten Wooden Santa Elf
Located in Bradenton, FL
A 1988 House of Hatten wooden Santa Elf figure designed by Denise Calla. Hand painted with a green pointed hat and gloves, gold boots, a red striped jacket, and red, white and green ...
Wood
Very Fine Detailed Burl Wood Carving of an Elf or Gnome Face Wall Sculpture MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very Fine Detailed Burl Wood Carving of an Elf or Gnome Face Wall Sculpture MINT. Artist dated and signed.
Walnut, Burl
Two Cheerful Santa Gnome or Elf Christmas Decoration Sweden 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A charming pair of Swedish Christmas figurines from the 1970s, beautifully crafted in bisque porcelain. These whimsical figures capture the nostalgic spirit of traditional Scandinavi...
Porcelain
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Elf girl with braided basket and honey heart.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Elf girl with braided basket and honey heart. Late 20th century. In perfect condition. Signed. Dimensions: W 11.0 cm x H 14.0 cm.
Ceramic
Elf Doby from Harry Potter series in real life size
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Elf Doby from Harry Potter series hand carved from a walnut tree in real life size.
Walnut
Cheerful Santa Gnome or Elf Riding atop a delightful Pink Pig Germany 1920s
By Hertwig & Co.
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A charming early 20th-century German Christmas figurine Candlestick depicting a cheerful Santa gnome or elf riding atop a delightful pink pig. Beautifully crafted in bisque porcelain...
Porcelain
Fine Bronze Sculpture of a Little Elf, German Artist
By Bruno Friedrich Emil Kruse
Located in Eltville, DE
Bronze on marble base signed total height 21.5 cm bronze 13.5 patina has small scratches marble base insignificant small chips. Bruno Friedrich Kruse was born 1855 in Hamburg and die...
Bronze
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H 5.52 in Dm 4.34 in
Lisa Larson, Gustavsberg, Sweden. Elf girl with braided basket and honey heart.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Elf girl with braided basket and honey heart. Late 20th century. In perfect condition. Signed. Dimensions: W 11.0 cm x H 14.0 cm.
Ceramic
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H 1.63 in W 1.25 in D 1 in
Dutch Blue Gnome Elf Trio Tiny Porcelain Bearded Figurines Made in Holland 1950s
By AK Dutch Delftware
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Set of 3 colorful and tiny figurines in Porcelain. Stamped made in Holland. Trio of gnome elves in blue. Measures: 1.63 H x 1.25 W x 1 D inches Original preowned unrestored vinta...
Porcelain
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H 2.25 in W 2.25 in D 1.13 in
Beautiful Lot of Three Gnome Elf Snowbaby Bisque German Antique Christmas 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely set of three Santa Gnomes or Elves, made in Germany in the early 20th Century. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. They are made of Bisque Porcelain and are not m...
Porcelain
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.